Understand two thoughts, and fear them.
One says, "You are a saint," the other, "You won't be saved."
Both of these thoughts are from the enemy, and there is no truth in them. But think this way: I am a great sinner, but the Lord is merciful. He loves people very much, and He will forgive my sins.
St. Silouan the Athonite
St. Silouan the Athonite
