It is good for us that sometimes we have some weariness and crosses,for they often call a man back to his own heart,that he may know that he is here banishment,and may not set his trust in any worldly thing,.It is good that we sometimes endure contradictions,and that men think ill of us,and this although we do and intend well.These things help often to humility,and defend us from vainglory.For then we the more seek God for our inward witness,when outwardly we are condemned by men and when no good is believed of us.Therefore we should settle ourselves in God,and that we need not seek consolations of men.When a man of good will is afflicted,tempted or troubled with evil thoughts,then he understands better the great need he has of God,without whom he perceives he can do nothing that is good.Then also he sorrows,laments,and prays by reasons of the miseries he suffers.........Eveyone therefore ought to be full of care about about his own temptations.....
Posted on: Sat, 21 Sep 2013 20:04:34 +0000
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