**Turn, then, to God with all your heart. Forsake this wretched world and your soul shall find rest. Learn to despise external things, to devote yourself to those that are within, and you will see the kingdom of God come unto you, that kingdom which is peace and joy in the Holy Spirit, gifts not given to the impious.**
Wise, wise, wise, wise words.
Did you know that St. Therese had the Imitation of Christ memorized? I can’t help but suspect that had a lot to do with her sanctity.