Daily Thought For Aril 11, 2021

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 Divine Mercy & The Importance of Forgiveness

"He who knows how to forgive prepares for himself many graces from God. As often as I look upon the cross, so often will I forgive with all my heart" 

St. Faustina Diary, 390

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