Just as stinginess is blameworthy, so is facility in paying more for things than they are worth...

God's affairs are accomplished gradually and almost imperceptibly and His spirit is neither violent nor tempestuous.

[L]et us work to rid ourselves of our attacks of over-zealousness especially when it offends against respect, esteem, and charity.

Practice humility and patience.

All of you desire to belong entirely to God, and God also wants all of you to belong to Him

So, we pray well when we remain in this way in the presence of God, with no exertion of the understanding or will. Therefore, you will do well to listen to God in the urge you feel to return to us.

...Omit nothing which can advance his work, and not blame others for the delay.