The Lord waits for us to respond day by day to his holy counsels by our actions. In fact the days of this life are given us as a respite to correct our errors, as the Apostle Paul says: ‘Do you not know that God’s kindness is meant to lead you to repentance?’ (Romans i..4). And in his loving-kindness the Lord says, ‘Have I any pleasure in the death of the wicked … and not rather that he should turn from his way and live?’ (Ezekiel 18.i.3)

Prayer Is Powerful And Necessary For Salvation | St. John Vianney Quote
"My dear brothers and sisters, not only is prayer very powerful; even more, it's of the utmost necessity for overcoming the enemies of our salvation. Look at all the saints: They weren't content with watching and fighting to overcome the enemies of their salvation and...