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1 " Act in such a way that all those who come in contact with you will go away joyful. Sow happiness about you because you have received much from God; give, then, generously to others. They should take leave of you with their hearts filled with joy, even if they have no more than touched the hem of your garment. "
― Maria Faustyna Kowalska
2 " Jesus loves hidden souls. A hidden flower is the most fragrant. I must strive to make the interior of my soul a resting place for the Heart of Jesus. "
― Maria Faustyna Kowalska , Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska: Divine Mercy in My Soul
3 " Suffering is the greatest treasure on earth; it purifies the soul. In suffering, we learn who our true friend is. "
4 " Truth wears a crown of thorns "
5 " If the angels were capable of envy, they would envy us for two things: one is the receiving of Holy Communion, and the other is suffering. "
6 " Some day, we will know the value of suffering, but then we will no longer be able to suffer. "
7 " The Holy Spirit does not speak to a soul that is distracted and garrulous. He speaks by His quiet inspirations to a soul that is recollected, to a soul that knows how to keep silence. "
8 " And fear nothing, dear soul, whoever you are; the greater the sinner, the greater his right to Your mercy, O Lord. "
9 " Love endures everything, love is stronger than death, love fears nothing. "
10 " The past does not belong to me; the future is not mine; with all my soul I try to make use of the present moment. "
11 " Pure love is capable of great deeds, and it is not broken by difficulty or adversity. As it remains strong in the midst of great difficulties, so too it perseveres in the toilsome and drab life of each day. It "
12 " Now, rest your head on My bosom, on My heart, and draw from it strength and power for these sufferings because you will find neither relief nor help nor comfort anywhere else. "
13 " It is a great thing to know how to make use of the present moment. "
14 " Help me, O Lord, that my eyes may be merciful, so that I may never suspect or judge from appearances, but look for what is beautiful in my neighbors’ souls and come to their rescue. "
15 " O my Lord, inflame my heart with love for You, that my spirit may not grow weary amidst the storms, the sufferings and the trials. You see how weak I am. Love can do all. 95 + A Deeper Knowledge "
16 " prepare for great battles. Know that you are now on a great stage where all heaven and earth are watching you. Fight like a knight, so that I can reward you. Do not be unduly fearful, because you are not alone. "
17 " Get to know God by contemplating His attributes. "
18 " Have great confidence; God is always our Father, even when He sends us trials. "
19 " But as for you, fear nothing; I am always with you. And know this, too, My daughter: all creatures, whether they know it or not, and whether they want to or not, always fulfill My will. "
20 " I promise that the soul that will venerate this image will not perish. I also promise victory over [its] enemies already here on earth, especially at the hour of death. I Myself will defend it as My own glory. "
