Quotemeal: Aug. 8th, 2019

Thursday, August 8, 2019

Blessed Christmas!

Our prayer is that the presence of Jesus be with you and fill you with hope, peace, and love!

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"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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"It is easier to renounce worldly possessions than it is to renounce the love of them."
"I have so much to do (today) that I should spend the first three hours in prayer."
"I tell you, if you are serious about wanting to be like Christ, He is going to put you in circumstances where your only true choice is to become like Him."
"Talk happiness. The world is sad enough without your woe. No path is wholly rough."

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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.