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Perfection consists in a constant perseverance to acquire the virtues and become proficient in their practice, because on God's road, not to advance is to fall back since man never remains in the same condition.

Vincent de Paul

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Vincent de Paul
Age: 79 †
Born: 1581
Born: April 24
Died: 1660
Died: September 27
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The works of God are not accomplished when we wish them, but whenever it pleases Him.
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[I]t is the maxim of the saints that when a matter has been decided in the presence of God after many prayers and the seeking of advice, we must reject and consider as a temptation whatever is suggested to the contrary.
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...Omit nothing which can advance his work, and not blame others for the delay.
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I have made to God the offering you made to me of your heart and have asked him to unite mine with yours in that of Our Lord.
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