As for certain lesser faults, we must believe that, before the Final Judgment, there is a purifying fire. He who is truth says that whoever utters blasphemy against the Holy Spirit will be pardoned neither in this age nor in the age to come. From this sentence we understand that certain offenses can be forgiven in this age, but certain others in the age to come.
–Saint Gregory the Great (c. 540-604)
Have confidence in the compassion of our Creator. Reflect well on what you are now doing, and keep before you the things you have done. Lift up your eyes to the overflowing compassion of heaven, and while He waits for you, draw near in tears to our merciful Judge. Having before your mind that He is a Just Judge, do not take your sins lightly; and having also in mind that He is compassionate, do not despair. The God-Man gives man confidence before God.
–Saint Gregory the Great (c. 540-604)
Prayer is a cry of gratitude and love in the midst of trial as well as joy.
— Saint Therese Lisieux (1873-1897)
Jesus, because He is Eternal, regards not the time but only the love.
–Saint Therese of Lisieux (1873-1897)
Believe me, don’t wait until tomorrow to begin becoming a saint.
–Saint Therese of Lisieux (1873-1897)
We can lean on nothing but our Lord, for he alone is immutable.
–Saint Therese of Lisieux (1873-1897)
