Do not think that humility prevents me from acknowledging God's gifts. I know that He has done great things in me, and I happily sing about it daily. I remember that one who has been forgiven much loves much, so I try to make my life an act of love and no longer worry that I am just a small soul. On the contrary, I take joy in it. Therefore, I dare to hope that "the veil of faith will soon be torn away," but not because I am prepared. I feel that I will never be prepared unless the Lord Himself transforms me. He can do it in an instant. After all the graces He has showered upon me, I still await the grace of His infinite mercy.
(Therese of Lisieux, letter 224, to Abbé Belliére, April 25, 1897)
