If we make poor use of God's graces by neglecting our primary duties, God will take these graces from us (XI:12).

The first step for a person who wants to acquire virtue is to become the master of his mouth (XI:8).

What a great thing a good priest is! What is there that a good priest can't do? (XI:6)

Would we want to be in this world without pleasing God and procuring for Him His greater glory? (XI:2)

As soon as we empty ourselves of self, God will fill us with Himself (XI:2).

Charity is the paradise of communities and the soul of the virtues and it is humility that attracts and preserves them (XI:1).

Let us strive for humility, especially since the more humble we are, the more charitable we will be toward our neighbor (XI:1).

How long will we be so tender-hearted as not to dare to declare the happiness we have of being visited by God? (VIII:515)

Our rule prescribing one hour of mental prayer daily makes no exception for days of rest (VIII:442).

Happy will you be to be crucified with Our Lord for the glory of His Father and the salvation of the people, for you will also reign with Him for all eternity (VIII:414).