January 3 ~ Daily wisdom from the writings of St. Paul of the Cross

Softening Sharpness

Keep alive in your memory that most holy precept of love which Jesus gave to his disciples before going to his death, “Love one another as I love you” (Jn 15:12).
Let there be no dissension among you. If, occasionally, you let slip a sharp word, soften it as quickly as possible. “Do not keep on speaking that way and do not let anger take hold of your heart.”