Category: <span>Daily Thoughts</span>

“Be who you are and be that well.” Saint Francis de Sales

“To live according to the spirit is to love according to the spirit.” Saint Francis de Sales

“Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.”  Saint Francis de Sales

“The thoughts of those moved by natural human love are almost completely fastened on the beloved, their hearts are filled with passion for it, and their mouths full of its praises.” Saint Francis de Sales

“By turning your eyes on God in meditation, your whole soul will be filled with God. Begin all your prayers in the presence of God.” Saint Francis de Sales

“Friendships begun in this world will be taken up again, never to be broken off.” Saint Francis de Sales

“There are no galley-slaves in the royal vessel of divine love – every man works his oar voluntarily!” Saint Francis de Sales

“Retire at various times into the solitude of your own heart, even while outwardly engaged in discussions or transactions with others, and talk to God.” Saint Francis de Sales

“Make friends with the angels, who though invisible are always with you. Often invoke them, constantly praise them, and make good use of their help and assistance in all your temporal and spiritual affairs.” Saint Francis de Sales

“The bee collects honey from flowers in such a way as to do the least damage or destruction to them, and he leaves them whole, undamaged and fresh, just as he found them.” Saint Francis de Sales