Quotemeal: Aug. 8th, 2019

Thursday, August 8, 2019

"Do not desire crosses, unless you have borne well those laid on you; it is an abuse to long after martyrdom while unable to bear an insult patiently."
— François de Sales

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Illustration of François de Sales — "Do not desire crosses, unless you have borne well those laid on you; it is an abuse to long after martyrdom while unable to bear an insult patiently."

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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.