When the concentration camp at Ravensbröck, Germany, was liberated by the Allies after World War II, a piece of torn wrapping paper was found on which an unknown prisoner had scribbled these lines:

Oh Lord, remember not only the men and women of good will, but also those of ill will. But do not remember all the suffering they have inflicted on us; remember the fruits we have brought forth, thanks to this suffering--our comradeship, our loyalty, our humility, our courage, our generosity, the greatness of heart which has grown out of all this. And when they come to judgment, let all the fruits that we have borne be their forgiveness.

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If you haven't yet received Jesus and His gifts of forgiveness and eternal life, you can right now by praying the following:

Thank You, Jesus, for Your wonderful love that is love enough to forgive all the wrongs I have ever committed. I open the door of my heart to You now and accept Your free gift of salvation. Help me to love and be merciful to others, even as You have loved and been merciful to me. Amen.