Carlo Borromeo Professions : Cardinal Born : October 2, 1538 Died : November 3, 1584 Browse All Authors Top 6 quotes by Carlo Borromeo If we wish to make any progress in the service of God we must begin every day of our life with new eagerness. We must keep ourselves in the presence of God as much as possible and have no other view or end in all our actions but the divine honor. Carlo Borromeo honor views wish If a tiny spark of God's love already burns within you, do not expose it to the wind, for it may get blown out.... Stay quiet with God. Do not spend your time in useless chatter.... Do not give yourself to others so completely that you have nothing left for yourself. Carlo Borromeo inspiration faith wind Be sure that you first preach by the way you live. If you do not, people will notice that you say one thing, but live otherwise, and your words will bring only cynical laughter and a derisive shake of the head. Carlo Borromeo cynical laughter people We must meditate before, during and after everything we do. The prophet says: "I will pray, and then I will understand." This is the way we can easily overcome the countless difficulties we have to face day after day, which, after all, are part of our work. In meditation we find the strength to bring Christ to birth in ourselves and in others. Carlo Borromeo meditation prayer overcoming Behold Jesus Christ crucified, Who is the only foundation of our hope; He is our Mediator and Advocate; the victim and sacrifice for our sins. He is goodness and patience itself; His mercy is moved by the tears of sinners, and He never refuses pardon and grace to those who ask it with a truly contrite and humbled heart. Carlo Borromeo sacrifice heart jesus The best way not to find the bed too cold is to go to bed colder than the bed is. Carlo Borromeo catholic bed way Similar Authors George Pell cardinal Francis Arinze cardinal Keith O'Brien cardinal Jean-Marie Lustiger cardinal Jaime Sin cardinal William Levada cardinal All Authors
