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St. Alphonsus Rodriguez

The most important thing upon which to concentrate in order to mortify it and eradicate it entirely is our predominant passion, that is, that affection, desire, inclination, vice or bad habit which drags us down and most frequently causes us to fall into sin. Once this king of our faults has been conquered, the battle will be won.

St. Ambrose

When we find ouselves in some grave danger we must not lose courage but firmly trust in God, for where there is the greatest danger, there is also the greatest help from Him who wants to be called our 'Help' in times of peace and in times of tribulation.

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St. Bernard

Lord what wilt Thou have me do? Behold the true sign of a totally perfect soul: when one has reached the point of giving up his will so completely that he no longer seeks , expects or desires to do ought but that which God wills.

Blessed Mary McKillop

" ...from early childhood as far back as I can remember, He gave me such a sense of His watchful presence that I would feel myself reproved for my smallest faults..." 1873

"To me the will of God is a dear book which I am never tired of reading, which has always some new charm for me... I cannot tell you what a beautiful thing the will of God seems to me."

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St. Catherine of Bologna

Without a doubt, obedience is more meritorious than any other penance. And what greater penance can there be than keeping one's will continually submissive and obedient?

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St. Dorotheus

A great means to preserve continual peace and tranquillity of soul is to receive everything from the hands of God, both great and small, and in whatever way it comes.

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St. Elizabeth

(On the death of her husband)

"You well know that I preferred his company to all the delights of the world. But since it has pleased You to take him from me, I accept Your will completely."

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St. Francis de Sales

(Perfection)

Act as though all the past were nothing and with David say: "Now I will begin to love my God."

St. Faustina

Diary of a Mystic Saint - A Collection of Inspirational Words given to St. Faustina by Our Lord, and the reflections they inspired, under subject headings. God's infinite Mercy. Do you doubt God's Love and forgiveness? This is for you.

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St. Gabriel the Archangel

And he came to her and said, "Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you!" But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and considered in her mind what sort of greeting this might be. And the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus. And Mary said to the angel, "How shall this be, since I do not know man?" And the angel said to her, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God. (St. Luke's Gospel)

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Blessed Henry Susone

A soul who is really resigned to God's will does not become attached to any created thing because he sees clearly that all things are nothing except God.

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St. Ignatius Loyola

If God sends you many sufferings, it is a sign that He has great plans for you and certainly wants to make you a saint.

J - K

St. John of the Cross.

The road is narrow. He who wishes to travel it more easily must cast off all things and use the cross as his cane. In other words, he must be truly resolved to suffer willingly for the love of God in all things.

(Perfection)

I would like to persuade spiritual persons that the way to perfection does not consist of many methods nor much thinking, but in denying oneself in everything and suffering for the love of Jesus Christ.

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St. Louis Gonzaga

There is no surer way to know that one is a saint than to see him lead a holy life and yet suffer desolation, trials and tribulations.

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St. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi

"I do not desire to die soon, because in Heaven there is no suffering. I desire to live a long time because I yearn to suffer much for the love of my Spouse."

N - P

St. Philip Neri

(Prayer and a Strong Spirit)

During mental prayer, it is well, at times, to imagine that many insults and injuries are being heaped upon us, that misfortunes have befallen us, and then strive to train our heart to bear and forgive these things patiently, in imitation of our Saviour. This is the way to acquire a strong spirit.

Q - R

St. Rose of Lima

I, with [Jesus] Who is always by my side and in my heart, should I be afraid?

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St. Stephen

As they were stoning him, Stephen said in invocation, "Lord Jesus, receive my spirit...Do not hold this sin against them." (Acts 7)

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St Thomas of Villanova

(Humility)

Humility is the mother of amny virtues because from it obedience, fear, reverence, patience, modesty, meekness and peace are born. He who is humble easily obeys everyone, fears to offend anyone, is at peace with everyone, is kind with all.

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St. Vincent de Paul

if we only knew the precious treasure hidden in infirmities, we would receive them with teh same joy with which we receive the greatest benefits, and we would bear them without ever complaining or showing signs of weariness.