Acquire Quote by Paul of the Cross
“God sends such purgations to you, directors of consciences, that you may acquire the science of the saints and the art of directing souls. You will suffer also in another way. Love will be your executioner. Let it do its work; it knows how. In this martyrdom we have need of extraordinary grace and strength; but God will bestow it. Without this divine help it would be impossible to bear up.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Spiritual Exercises, 1665
Divine trials purify conscience, granting saintly insight and the power to guide others; love becomes a transformative force, but requires God's grace to endure.
In simple terms: Suffering teaches and love transforms, but needs divine help.
Key Takeaway
Seek grace, embrace love’s discipline.
Themes
spirituality
purification
leadership
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious ministry
- personal crisis
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
divine grace
conscience
martyrdom
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one balance love’s pain with its purpose?
- What practices cultivate the needed grace?
A Different Perspective
Without divine assistance, the burden may become unbearable.
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