The problem of sanctity and salvation is in the problem of finding out who I am and of discovering my true self. (pg. 31)
We do not know clearly beforehand what the result of this work (the work of our calling) will be. The secret of my full identity is hidden in God. God alone can make me who I am, or rather who I will be when at last I fully begin to be. (pg. 33)
God’s infinite simplicity admits no division and no distinction. (pr. 35)
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