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Take my yoke upon you,
and learn from me,
for I am gentle and lowly in heart. |
| Jesus; Matthew 11:29 |
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Love makes easy
whatever is difficult in the Lord's commands.
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St. Augustine, 5th century
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| Father, not my will, but yours be done. |
| Jesus, Luke 22:42 |
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Since God ordains things differently
from what we have in mind,
we must conform ourselves to his will.
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St. John of the Cross, 16th century
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For a little while
you may have to suffer various trials. |
| 1 Peter 1:6 |
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The cross is the way to paradise,
when it is born willingly.
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St. Paul of the Cross, 18th century
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At night there are tears,
but joy comes in the morning. |
| Psalm 30:5 |
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In serenity,
look forward to the joy that follows sadness.
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St. Peter Damien, 11th century
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The Lord has heard my prayer;
the Lord takes up my plea. |
| Psalm 6:10 |
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It is not in our nature to bear the cross;
But if you confide in the Lord,
He will give you heavenly strength.
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'The Imitation of Christ', 15th century
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In the world you have tribulation;
but be of good cheer,
I have overcome the world. |
| Jesus; John 16:33 |
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Jesus did not say:
you will not be troubled, you will not be distressed;
but he said, you will not be overcome.
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Bl. Julian of Norwich, 14th century
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This slight momentary affliction
is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory
beyond all comparison. |
| 2 Corinthians 4:17 |
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Everything that is suffered with love is healed again.
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St. Teresa of Avila, 16th century
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| Christ...suffered for you. |
| 1 Peter 2:21 |
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Let us fix our eyes on the crucifix in every difficult moment
and that gaze will renew our courage.
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St. Madeleine Sophie Barat, 19th century
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