They were strangers to the world, but to God they were dear and intimate friends. In the world's eyes and in their own they were despised as nothing; but in the eyes of God and His Saints they were beloved and precious indeed. True humility, simple obedience, charity, patience - in fact all the virtues shone forth in them.
This is why they grew spiritually every day, gaining great grace from God. They were given as an example to all who desire to be holy; how much more, therefore, should they inspire us to advance spirituall than the number of the lukewarm influence us to grow lax. - Thomas a Kempis
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