God’s providence

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  Word of God  
 
It is good that one should wait quietly
for the salvation of the Lord.
Lamentations 3:26
 


Let us meekly recognize our weakness,
knowing that we cannot stand for the twinkling of an eye
except with the protection of grace.

 
Bl. Julian of Norwich, 15th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
Lead me along the path
of everlasting life.
Psalm 139: 24
 


Father, I am seeking: I am hesitant and uncertain,
but will you, O God, watch over each step of mine
and guide me.

 
St. Augustine, 5th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
Ask and you will receive.
John 16:24
 


God always gives more than we ask.

 
St. Marie-Victoire Couderc, 19th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
The Lord is holy in all his works.

Psalm 145:17
 


God’s providence is in all things;
it is always present.

 
St. Gianna Beretta Molla, 20th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
My ways are not your ways,
says the Lord.
Isaiah 55:8
 


Every trial is permitted by God
as the means whereby we can best ensure our salvation.

 
Bl. Sebastian Valfre, 17th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
It is the Lord!
John 21:7
 


All that takes place within us, around us, or through us
contains and hides God’s divine action.

 
'Abandonment to Divine Providence', Jean Pierre de Caussade, 18th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me.
Psalm 23:6
 


Those who love the Lord shall lack no good thing.

 
St. Columban, 6th century

 
 
  Word of God  
 
The Lord will never leave you
nor forsake you.
Deuteronomy 31:8
 


Leave the future to God’s providence.

 
St. Francis de Sales, 17th century

 

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