The Saints On Affliction

The more we are afflicted in this world, the greater is our assurance in the next; the more sorrow in the present, the greater will be our joy in the future.

-St. Isadore of Seville

Whenever anything disagreeable or displeasing happens to you, remember Christ crucified and be silent.

-St. John of the Cross

Many would be willing to have afflictions provided that they not be inconvenienced by them.

-St. Francis de Sales

Holy Writ tells us that the afflictions we endure here are not worthy to be even mentioned when compared to the glory that awaits us!  “For eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor ever has it entered the heart of man what God has prepared for those who love Him!”  Remember that God loves you with an everlasting love and that He wants you to live with Him for all eternity in bliss.  Pray for yourself and especially for everyone who is suffering.  By praying we open ourselves to inspiration that would not be available without this opening of the spirit.  Where the precious Holy Spirit is present, all evil spirits and influences flee.  Starve your doubts to death by feeding your faith with prayer and the reading of good literature and holy conversation.  In this way Christ increases in the world by increasing His presence in our own little worlds.

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