St. John of the Cross

Whoever does not seek the cross of Christ doesn’t seek the glory of Christ. — St. John of the Cross

The soul that is united with God is feared by the devil as though it were God himself. — St. John of the Cross

At the evening of life, we shall be judged on our love. — St. John of the Cross

Contemplation is nothing else but a secret, peaceful, and loving infusion of God, which, if admitted, will set the soul on fire with the Spirit of love. — St. John of the Cross

The more lofty the degree of loving union to which God destines the soul, so much more profound and persistent must be its purifications. — St. John of the Cross

At the end of our life, we shall all be judged by charity. — St. John of the Cross

Good works are the most perfect when they are wrought in the most pure and sincere love of God, and with the least regard to our own present and future interests, or to joy and sweetness, consolation or praise. — St. John of the Cross

The more lofty the degree of loving union to which God destines the soul, so much more profound and persistent must be its purifications. — St. John of the Cross

Live in faith and hope, though it be in darkness, for in this darkness God protects the soul. Cast your care upon God for you are his and he will not forget you. — St. John of the Cross

In the evening of life, we will be judged on love alone. — St. John of the Cross