Don't judge without having heard both sides. Even persons who think themselves virtuous very easily forget this elementary rule of prudence.
Josemaria EscrivaSay the Holy Rosary. Blessed be that monotony of Hail Mary's which purifies the monotony of your sins!
Josemaria EscrivaBefore, by yourself, you couldn't. Now, you've turned to our Lady, and with her, how easy!
Josemaria EscrivaChristian optimism is not a sugary optimism, nor is it a mere human confidence that everything will turn out all right. It is an optimism that sinks its roots into an awareness of our freedom, and the sure knowledge of the power of grace. It is an optimism that leads us to make demands on ourselves, to struggle to respond at every moment to God's call.
Josemaria Escriva