Bless Quote by St. Francis de Sales
““Never does our good God leave us save to hold us better; never does He let go of us save to keep us better; never does He wrestle with us save to give Himself up to us and to bless us.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Introduction to the Devout Life, 1609
Divine providence continually supports and challenges believers, offering both protection and growth through trials.
In simple terms: God guides and tests us for improvement.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine guidance in hardship.
Themes
faith
divine providence
spiritual growth
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
religious
spiritual
When to use this quote
- prayer
- life challenges
- spiritual development
Key Concepts
theology
suffering
trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How do trials shape faith?
- What does “wrestle” imply about divine involvement?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of suffering vary.
![“We must unceasingly ask for [perseverance] by making use of the means which God has taught us for obtaining it: prayer, fasting, almsgiving, frequenting the sacraments, association with good companions, and hearing and reading Holy Scripture.” quote by St. Francis de Sales](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/68f/st-francis-de-sales-12228_patience_we-must-unceasingly-ask-for-perseverance_71119.jpg)
