No one is as good and merciful as the Lord. But even He does not forgive the unrepentant.

As water and fire oppose one another when combined, so are self-justification and humility opposed to one another.

Because God's justice is inexorable, it is hard to obtain forgiveness for sins committed with complete deliberation.

It is better to pray with good will for our neighbor, rather than to denounce him for every sin.

The sign of sincere love is to forgive wrongs done to us. It was with such love that the Lord loved the world.

Do not think about or do anything without a spiritual purpose, whereby it is done for God. For If you travel without purpose, you shall labor in vain.

Every sin that is left without repentance is a sin unto death, for which if even a saint shall pray, he shall not be heard.

Whoever prays for those who hurt him lays the demons low; but he who opposes his affronter is bound to the demons.

Every affliction tests our will, showing whether it is inclined to good or evil. That is why an unforeseen affliction is called a test, because it enables a man to test his hidden desires.

If someone falls into any sin and is not sincerely grieved about it, it is easy for him to fall into the same thing again.

One who has sinned cannot escape retribution in any other way than by repentance corresponding to his sin.

You will give to those whom don't appreciate you, until you've had enough of accepting less than you deserve

A mythological image that has to be explained to the brain is not working.

Good, bad, I'm the guy with the gun

It sometimes takes days, even weeks, before a dog's nerves tire. In the case of terriers it can run into months.

Jet was very busy. I've been inspired by a lot of his movies.

The ultimate step in taking responsibility is making sure our actions line up with our words.

That larger vision is certain to make clear the value in our own lives of service to others.

Since governmental quotas expand bureaucratic power, provoke a backlash and are unfair to individuals, we need to find a better way to increase minority opportunities.

God is so committed to your ultimate joy that he was willing to plunge into the greatest depths of suffering himself for you.