There is an organic affinity between joyousness and tenderness, and their companionship in the saintly life need in no way occasion surprise.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Tenderness is a virtue.
The joy which answers to prayer give, cannot be described; and the impetus which they afford to the spiritual life is exceedingly great.
In this world, full often, our joys are only the tender shadows which our sorrows cast.
Few delights can equal the presence of one whom we trust utterly.
It is the chief joy of all holy beings to witness the joy and happiness of those around them.
We reveal our joys and successes, we conceal our pain.
Shared joys make a friend, not shared sufferings.
There is inestimable blessing in a cheerful spirit. When the soul throws its windows wide open, letting in the sunshine, and presenting to all who see it the evidence of its gladness, it is not only happy, but it has an unspeakable power of doing good.
All true happiness, pure joy, sweet bounties, and unclouded pleasure are contained within the knowledge and love of God.
A real pleasure is a pleasure that one enjoys by one's self, without a companion, and without a single argument.