OF A PURE MIND AND SIMPLE INTENTION “By two wings is man lifted above earthly things, even by simplicity and purity. Simplicity ought to be in the intention, purity in the affection. Simplicity reaches towards God, purity apprehends Him and tastes Him. No good action will be distasteful to you, if you be free within, [...]
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the imitation of Christ, the 1st book: chapter xix (the exercises of a religious man)
OF THE EXERCISES OF A RELIGIOUS MAN “The life of a Christian ought to be adorned with all virtues, that he may be inwardly what he outwardly appears unto men. And verily it should be yet better within than without, for God is a discerner of our heart, Whom we must reverence with all our [...]
The Mark Of God: Understanding Your "I AM Presence" 