Thomas Merton's distinction between a saint and a sinner is interesting. It basically sums up the whole inner attitude and dilemma within an individual and provides one with a clear idea of where one stands with regard to one's sinful state or state of grace.
He says a saint is like the son before the father and a sinner is like a slave before a master. The saint who enjoys the presence of his father has no fear or anxiety. He actually does not have to satisfy his father or 'bribe' him. He just is himself. He is his son and therefore free from within. Nothing to fear nothing to hide. He is 'at home'!
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