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I believe that if those who are seriously striving after holiness were instructed as to the conduct they ought to follow they would be spared a good deal of trouble. I speak as much of lay persons as of religious. If the former (i.e., lay persons) could realize the merit concealed in the actions of … Read more
The will of God gives a supernatural and divine value to everything for the soul submitted to it. All the duties His will imposes, all those contained in it, all the matters it touches, become holy and perfect, because the will of God is unlimited in power and it makes everything it touches divine. But … Read more
Fire Within: St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and the Gospel – On Prayer by Father Thomas Dubay Fire Within by Father Thomas Dubay, S.M. is a fantastic and engaging work synthesizing and systematizing the thought of St. Teresa of Avila (Teresa of Jesus) and St. John of the Cross on mystical … Read more
The soul who is not committed solely to the will of God will find neither its satisfaction nor sanctification in the various methods – not even in the most excellent devotional exercises. If that which God Himself chooses for you does not satisfy you, from whom do you expect to receive what you desire? If … Read more
The Fulfillment of All Desire: A Guidebook for the Journey to God Based on the Wisdom of the Saints By Ralph Martin The Fulfillment of All Desire discusses the spiritual journey that results from serious spiritual progress through what is termed the purgative, illuminative, and unitive ways, ultimately ending with the beatific vision. This journey, unique … Read more
“I Will Exalt You” Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity “O Lord, what is it to me whether I feel or do not feel, whether I am in darkness or in light, whether I have joy or suffering, when I can be recollected in the light created in me by Your words? I feel … Read more
The mind with all its powers would like to hold first place among all the instruments employed by God, but it must, like a dangerous slave, be reduced to the lowest place. It might be of great service if made use of in a right manner, but it can do much injury if it is … Read more
Seeking Spiritual Direction – How to Grow the Divine Life Within By Father Thomas Dubay, S.M. Seeking Spiritual Direction: How to Grow the Divine Life Within by Father Thomas Dubay, is a book which has been written as a practical guide for Christians who are considering spiritual direction or who are already engaged in the spiritual … Read more
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