Strengthen in us, O God, the work You have begun in us.

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Preach by example of your lives rather than by words. Example is the very best sermon.

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There are no difficulties except for those who worry too much about tomorrow.

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It fills me with joy to realize that I can lay down my life daily for God, that I can sacrifice it willingly for Him. I may not be a martyr for the f…

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Let us never lose courage or despair of God's mercy. We have only to humble ourselves before God in order to obtain grace to become all that we ought…

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Strength of character is certainly needed to face life in the world and to stand by right principles, especially in the age in which we live.

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Do not look back to the past, nor forward to the future. Claim only the present, for it holds God's will.

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We cultivate a very small field for Christ, but we love it, knowing that God does not require great achievements but a heart that holds back nothing …

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I am where God wills me to be, and so I have found rest and security. His wisdom governs me, His power defends me, His grace sanctifies me, His mercy…

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