Evangelical
Sisterhood of Mary

When suffering is about to get you down, remember that you are not at the mercy of blind fate. Remember, rather, that your suffering comes from the hand of your heavenly Father. Begin to praise God the Father for sending you suffering that will achieve eternal glory. Suffering is meant to make us like Christ and to help us reap a great harvest. So say to the Father, ‘I’ll suffer gladly. This will prepare me to dwell in glory for ever.’ Then blessing and comfort will flow into your heart.
 

Taken from Father of Comfort by M. Basilea Schlink