I have noticed that every time I have indulged myself, my appetite especially, for no matter what reason, I have always had …
Self-conquest
September 25, 2025
A fierce temptation during Mass and thanksgiving to break my resolution and indulge my appetite at breakfast. The thought of a breakfast …
September 18, 2025
I have felt strongly urged again to give myself entirely to the guidance of the Holy Spirit and to follow His inspirations. …
September 12, 2025
How many deceive themselves in thinking sanctity consists in the holy follies of the saints! How many look upon holiness as something beyond …
August 20, 2025
Four Dangers to be Feared after a Retreat: 1 . Dissipation: There, it is over; amuse yourself. 2. Toning Down: Too much, …
August 3, 2025
My poor orderly has nearly emptied the well, of course leaving the six dead Germans behind, in his efforts to make enough …
July 31, 2025
During a visit our Lord seemed to urge me not to wait till the end of the war, but to begin my …
July 26, 2025
I do not want, in fact I forbid you, to be imprudent in the matter of corporal penances. But, my dear child, …
July 22, 2025
I gave way today to indulgence, with the usual result. Jesus seemed to reproach me bitterly, reminding me that He seeks a …
July 18, 2025
Lord, give me grace and strength of character to tear myself away promptly from what, if not bad, is less good, and …
July 7, 2025