“The more humble and obedient to God a man is, the more wise and at peace he will be in all that he does.”
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“The more humble and obedient to God a man is, the more wise and at peace he will be in all that he does.”
“In the Cross is salvation; in the Cross is life; in the Cross is protection against our enemies; in the Cross is infusion of heavenly sweetness; in the Cross is strength of mind; in the Cros...”
“Love is a mighty power, a great and complete good; Love alone lightens every burden, and makes the rough places smooth. It bears every hardship as though it were nothing, and renders all bit...”