St. Pio combines a sort of St. Jerome quality with a gentle side. My suspicion is that those who need harshness will flock to his softer side while those who need gentleness will seek his severity. Life is like that, and certainly that is the constant temptation with Christ. We emphasize the words which confirm Him in our image rather than vice-versa.
A few St. Pio quotes I like:
Be tranquil as far as your soul is concerned. Make every effort to unite yourself always and in everything to God's divine will, and don't worry about the future.
Walk cheerfully, and with a sincere and open heart as much as you can, and when you cannot always maintain this holy joy, at least do not lose heart or your trust in God.
Pray, hope and don't worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer. Prayer is the best weapon we have; it is the key to God's heart.
You must speak to Jesus not only with your lips but with your heart; in fact on certain occasions you should speak to Him only with your heart.
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