Suffering

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  Word of God  
 
We are struck down,
but not destroyed.
2 Corinthians 4:8,9
 


Place all your cares about the future in Gods hands
and let yourself be guided by the Lord.

 
St Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, 20th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
Have mercy on me, O God,
in your kindness.
Psalm 50:1
 


You have entered upon a time of trial
but you will come to no harm,
God’s help will bring you through it safely.

 
St. Augustine, 5th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
We are afflicted in every way,
but not crushed.
2 Corinthians 4:8
 


Pain is never permanent.

 
St. Teresa of Avila, 16th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
This present burden of our trial
earns for us an eternal weight of glory.
2 Corinthians 4:17
 


In the next life,
when this body of ours has become immortal and incorruptible,
all trials will be over.

 
St. Augustine, 5th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
This is my Son, my beloved;
listen to him.
Luke 9:35
 


When it comes to enduring adversity,
these words uttered by the Father
should always ring in our ears.

 
St. Leo the Great, 5th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
Lord, relieve the troubles of my heart.
Psalm 25:17
 


Do not be depressed.
Do not let your weakness make you impatient.

 
St. Peter Damian, 11th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
Is anyone among you suffering?
Let him pray.
James 5:13
 


If there's a true way
that leads to the everlasting Kingdom,
it's that of suffering, patiently endured.

 
St. Colette, 15th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
O God, come to my assistance.
Psalm 70:1
 


Christ will never fail you.
He will help you in all your trials.

 
St. Teresa of Avila, 16th century

 

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