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Inspirational Quotes From Our Lord to Saint Faustina and Other Divine Mercy Devotions.

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Post by josephw » Sat Jul 20, 2013 6:25 am

Our Lord said: "The prayer that pleases me most is for the conversion of sinners. This prayer is always answered" (Diary, 1397).

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Post by KarlB » Sat Jul 20, 2013 1:38 pm

As much as the Divine Mercy image is rich in meaning — i.e., it speaks of baptism and reconciliation and Jesus as the High Priest — Christ makes it clear it was never meant merely as a doctrinal curiosity. Rather, He had it created to awaken mankind's deepest yearnings. In the image, Jesus doesn't merely beckon us to return to Him; rather, He is shown taking the initiative, stepping forward from the darkness as if to rescue us. Moreover, He doesn't point fingers; rather, He blesses us, whether we're ready to repent or not.
right.. :)
pax lux,
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Post by Denise » Sat Jul 20, 2013 10:13 pm

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Devotion to the souls in Purgatory contains in itself all the works of mercy, which supernaturalized by a spirit of faith, should merit us Heaven. de Sales

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