The Name of God Is Mercy

By Pope Francis

I read this book in March 2016. It's an easy and quick read. Start to finish it took about 4 hours. But it was worth it. It really challenges you to look at yourself and to put on the heart and character of Jesus.

"We need to ask for the grace not to get tired of asking for forgiveness, because he never gets tired of forgiving."
― Pope Francis - The Name of God Is Mercy

"I never trust myself in part because my first reaction is usually wrong. I have learned to wait, to trust in the Lord, to ask for his help, so I can discern better and receive guidance."
― Pope Francis - The Name of God Is Mercy

".. a shattered heart is the most pleasing gift to God. It is a sign that we are conscious of our sins, of the evil we have done, of our wretchedness, and of our need for forgiveness and mercy."
― Pope Francis - The Name of God Is Mercy

"When a person begins to recognize the sickness in their soul, when the Holy Spirit — the Grace of God — acts within them and moves their heart toward an initial recognition of their own sins, he needs to find an open door, not a closed one. He needs to find acceptance, not judgement, prejudice, or condemnation. He needs to be helped, not pushed away or cast out."
― Pope Francis - The Name of God Is Mercy