This is the true reason for our existence,
to be the sunshine of God's love
to be the hope of eternal happiness.
That's all.

 
Bl. Teresa of Calcutta, 20th century

Try to fulfill each day's task steadily and cheerfully.
The life of a true Christian should be a perpetual jubilee,
a prelude to the festivals of eternity.

 
St. Theophane Venard, 19th century

In God alone is there true delight,
and in all our delights
it is this delight that we are seeking.

 
St. Bonaventure, 13th century

Joy is a sign of our generosity.

 
Bl. Teresa of Calcutta, 20th century

We must give God what we have, generously and with joy.

 
St. Elizabeth of Hungary, 13th century

Happiness, whether for us or for our children,
is not the result of earthly riches,
which must either be lost by us in our lifetime
or pass after our death into the possession of others.
It is God who gives happiness,
for He is the true wealth of our souls.

 
St. Augustine, 5th century

The soul of one who loves God always swims in joy,
always keeps holiday,
and is always in the mood for singing.

 
St. John of the Cross, 16th century

Joy is prayer, joy is strength, joy is love.

 
Bl. Teresa of Calcutta, 20th century