As to the aridity you are suffering from, it seems to me…
“As to the aridity you are suffering from, it seems to me our Lord is treating you like someone He considers strong: He wants to test you and see if you love Him as much at times of aridity as when He sends you consolations. I think this is a very great favor for God to show you.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Suffering is a divine test of love, showing that true devotion persists in hardship as well as comfort.
In simple terms: Hardship tests love for God.
Key Takeaway
Stay faithful through trials.
Themes
faith
suffering
divine testing
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
mystical
devotional
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- illness
- loss
- spiritual retreat
Key Concepts
spiritual resilience
theodicy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your faith interpret hardship?
- What practices help maintain love during trials?
A Different Perspective
Suffering may not always be purposeful; it can be random.