When some external work distracts me from thoughts of God, God reminds me of Himself in the depths of my soul, quietly, yet very powerfully. It ignites and captivates me so deeply that it is hard to hide it outwardly.
In my daily work, I feel more connected to God than when I retreat to the hours reserved for prayer. Usually, I return from those hours with a greater dryness of spirit.
(St. Lawrence of the Resurrection, 3rd conversation, November 22, 1666)
