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My thoughts are not your thoughts,
neither are my ways your ways, says the Lord. |
Isaiah 55:8 |
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Every trial is permitted by God
as the means whereby
we can best ensure our salvation.
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Bl. Sebastian Valfre, 17th century
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The Lord is near. |
Philippians 4:4 |
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God is touched by our sorrows
and does not allow them to last forever.
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St. Claude de la Colombiere, 17th century
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O God, come to my assistance;
O Lord, make haste to help me. |
Psalm 69:2 |
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In tribulation, immediately draw near to God in trust,
and you will receive strength, enlightenment and instruction.
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St. John of the Cross, 16th century
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I am with you to deliver you. |
Jeremiah 1:8 |
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No one knows themself except through trial,
or received a crown except after victory,
or strived, except against an enemy or temptations.
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St. Augustine, 5th century
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Lord, save us, we are perishing. |
Matthew 8:25 |
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In trials, immediately draw near to God in trust,
and you will receive strength, enlightenment and instruction.
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St. John of the Cross, 16th century
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Be patient in affliction. |
Romans 12:12 |
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Our pilgrimage on earth cannot be exempt from trial.
We progress by means of trial.
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St. Augustine, 5th century
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After you have suffered a little while,
the God of all grace…will himself,
restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. |
1 Peter 4:10 |
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Every drop of earthly bitterness
will be changed into an ocean of heavenly sweetness.
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Bl. Henry Suso, 14th century
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In the world you will have tribulation. |
Jesus; John 16:33 |
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Let us understand that God is a physician,
and that suffering is a medicine for salvation,
not a punishment for damnation.
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St. Augustine, 5th century
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