Earth Quote by Anonymous

Suffering is the greatest treasure on earth. It purifies the soul. True love is measured by the thermometer of suffering.

— Anonymous

Suffering can serve us. Suffering tests our trust in God's promises. And we have a great interest in knowing the truth about our trust…

— Mark Dever

Suffering is nothing by itself. But suffering shared with the passion of Christ is a wonderful gift, the most beautiful gift, a token of…

— Mother Teresa

“Suffering is universal; how we react to suffering is individual. Suffering can...be a strengthening and purifying experience combined with faith, or it can be…

— Robert D. Hales

Suffering is a great grace; through suffering the soul becomes like the Saviour; in suffering love becomes crystallised; the greater the suffering, the purer…

— Mary Faustina Kowalska

“Suffering creates a vivid contrast illuminating joy, happiness, and satisfaction. It is a harsh lesson on the other side of sublime. We all must…

— Brent Green

To the extent that our experience of suffering reminds us of what everyone else also endures, it serves as a powerful inspiration to practice…

— Dalai Lama

Suffering brings your heart to bear. It gets you where you are!

— Ram Dass

“Suffering has its place in the scheme of things. It serves a purpose even though the sufferer may be entirely free from the taint…

— Joseph F. Merrill

Suffering is how we test our love especially our love for God.

— Gregory David Roberts

Suffering is a great favor. Remember that everything soon comes to an end . . . and take courage. Think of how our gain is eternal.

— Teresa of Avila

“Suffering often draws us closer to God. Instead of being a sign of God's punishment or distance, suffering can purify us, lead us into…

— Allen R. Hunt