"For what would it profit us to know the whole Bible by heart and the principles of all the philosophers if we live without grace and the love of God?"

Thomas à Kempis

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"To think of oneself as nothing, and always to think well and highly of others is the best and most perfect wisdom. Wherefore, if you see another sin openly or commit a serious crime, do not consider yourself better, for you do not know how long you can remain in good estate. All men are frail, but you must admit that none is more frail than yourself. "

Thomas à Kempis

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"Lord, take from me everything that hinders me from going to You. give me all that will lead me to You. Take me from myself and give me to Yourself."

St Nicholas Flue

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FROM THE "PENNY CATECHISM"
     

re Article 11 of Apostles' Creed
128.

What is the eleventh article of the Creed?
 

The eleventh article of the Creed is, 'the resurrection of the body'.
 
129. What do you mean by 'the resurrection of the body'?

 

By the resurrection of the body I mean that we shall all rise again with the same bodies at the day of judgment.
 
 

re Article 12 of Apostles' Creed
  130. What is the twelfth article of the Creed?
 
 

The twelfth article of the Creed is, 'life everlasting'.
 
  131. What does 'life everlasting' mean?
 
 

'Life everlasting' means that the good shall live forever in the glory and happiness of heaven.
 
132. What is the glory and happiness of heaven?
 

The glory and happiness of heaven is to see, love, and enjoy God forever.
 
133. What does the Scripture say of the happiness of heaven?
 

The Scripture says of the happiness of heaven: 'That eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither hath it entered into the heart of man, what things God hath
prepared for them that love him'. 1 Cor. 2:9
 
134. Shall not the wicked also live forever?
 

The wicked also shall live and be punished forever in the fire of hell.