“In that day every trial borne in patience will be pleasing and the voice of iniquity will be stilled; the devout will be glad; the irreligious will mourn; and the mortified body will rejoice far more than if it had been pampered with every pleasure. Then the cheap garment will shine with splendor and the rich one become faded and worn; the poor cottage will be more praised than the gilded palace. In that day persevering patience will count more than all the power in this world; simple obedience will be exalted above all worldly cleverness; a good and clean conscience will gladden the heart of man far more than the philosophy of the learned; and contempt for riches will be of more weight than every treasure on earth.”
Quote by Thomas à Kempis
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The Imitation of Christ
Written by Thomas à Kempis, this classic Christian text offers profound insights into the spiritual journey, emphasizing the importance of humility, self-denial, and the pursuit of divine grace. The book is divided into four books, each focusing on different aspects of spiritual growth and the imitation of Christ's character. more
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