Strength for the Journey
“Oh gentle Jesus, it is really true that you are our peace, our tranquility, our serenity of conscience. No bitterness or sadness or poverty can touch the soul in whom you live by grace.”
It stands to reason that such a soul should have perfect happiness and ample wealth, for God is happiness itself without a trace of sadness or bitterness, and God is wealth itself, never failing, safe from any thievery.
So I beg you tenderly, be conscientious in the bit of time left to you, for it is a very consoling thing to live well and virtuously. This is why I told you that I want you to be a true knight, never abandoning the holy task you have undertaken, armed with true solid virtue and supported by the pillar of the holy cross, which will protect you against being bitten by the devil or anyone else who would seduce you away from virtue. Give no attention or credence to the advice of people who would turn you aside from your holy purpose. Go to confession often, and seek the company of people who will help you possess God in grace. I’ll say no more. Bathe your memory in his overflowing blood.
Saint Catherine of Siena
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