Santo Cura de Ars: Puedo borrar mis pecados...

The Curé of Ars, Saint John Mary Vianney, recommended doing penance for sins as an act of justice and love for God. For him, penance was a form of reparation for offenses committed against God, not only out of love for God, but also out of love for others. Here are some of the main reasons why he considered it fundamental: Reparation and Justice: Saint John Vianney viewed sin as an offense against God's justice, so penance was necessary to restore the altered moral order. Penance helped repair the spiritual damage that sin had caused. Conversion of Heart: Doing penance is a way of sincerely repenting, changing one's life, and demonstrating a desire to abandon sin. It was not just about asking for forgiveness, but also about taking concrete actions to improve spiritually. Imitation of Christ: Jesus himself suffered and sacrificed himself for the sins of humanity, and the Curé of Ars taught that Christians should imitate Christ, humbly accepting suffering and offering acts of penance in union with him. Purification and Spiritual Strength: Penance also served as a way to purify the soul and strengthen the will. By mortifying the senses and mastering desires, one gains greater control over one's passions and grows in virtue. Solidarity with other sinners: Saint John Vianney saw the value of offering sacrifices and penance not only for one's own sins, but also for the sins of others, especially those who do not repent.