Apostles Quote by St. Francis de Sales
““Be patient, you are in good company. Our Lord Himself, our Lady, the apostles, and countless saints, both men and women, have been poor.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Letter to a Friend, 1622
Patience is valued because even holy figures endured poverty, showing that modest means are shared by the virtuous.
In simple terms: Even saints were poor, so patience in hardship is noble.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and patience.
Themes
humility
patience
poverty
spirituality
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily struggles
- financial hardship
- spiritual growth
- community support
Key Concepts
Christianity
virtue
sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing shared poverty affect your outlook?
- What can you learn from saints' humility?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone does not solve material need.
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