Quotes about Devotion

A godly man spiritualizes duty; he is not only for the doing of holy things but for the holy doing of things.

Worldly business often crowds into our duties, and while our mouths are speaking to God, our hearts are thinking of the world:

Be often among the godly. They are the salt of the earth—and will help to season you. Their counsel may direct you; their prayers may enliven you. Such holy sparks may be thrown into your breasts as may kindle devotion in you. It is good to be among the saints, to learn the trade of godliness: "He who walks with wise men shall be wise" (Proverbs 13:20).

The more you lose yourself in something bigger than yourseld, the more energy you will have.

It is always there for the person who will surrender his life to the Lord and keep on doing so when difficulties arise.

Get interested in something! Absolutely enthralled in something! The more you lose yourself in something bigger than yourself, the more energy you will have.

Any place you love is the world to you.

Love is a sacrament that should be taken kneeling, and Domine non sum dignus should be on the lips and in the hearts of those who receive it.

How long could you love a woman who didn't love you, Cecil? A woman who didn't love me? Oh, all my life!

you will always love, and you will always be loved

The aim of Love is to love: no more, and no less.

There is nothing in the world like the devotion of a married woman. It is a thing no married man knows anything about.