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“he expected after the pleasant days GOD had given him, he should have his turn of pain and suffering; but that he was not uneasy about it, knowing very well, that as he could do nothing of himself, GOD would not fail to give him the strength to bear it.” quote by Brother Lawrence
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““he expected after the pleasant days GOD had given him, he should have his turn of pain and suffering; but that he was not uneasy about it, knowing very well, that as he could do nothing of himself, GOD would not fail to give him the strength to bear it.””

Brother Lawrence

About This Quote

Source Letter: Spiritual Correspondence, 17th century

Suffering is inevitable, but faith assures divine strength to endure it.

In simple terms: Faith gives strength in hardship.

Key Takeaway

Trust that higher power will support you.

Themes

faith suffering trust

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • illness
  • loss
  • personal crisis
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

theology resilience divine providence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you find strength in hardship?
  • What can you do when faith feels absent?
A Different Perspective

Assumes belief in a deity; non‑believers may find it unhelpful.

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