“In the day when I cried Thou answeredst me, and strengthened me with strength in my soul.” Psalm cxxxviii. 3
”It is not that I feel less weak, but Thou
Wilt be my strength; it is not that I see
Less sin; but more of pardoning love with Thee,
And all-sufficient grace. Enough!
And now all fluttering thought is stilled;
I only rest, and feel that Thou art near, and know that I am blest.” F.R. Havergal
From the soul’s tears comes growth. Tears of pain and sorrow mingle in the swirling depths of despair but are held in the Light. He holds each tear and knows the source of every pain. I am held, you are held, we are held in the Light of His Love. In my turmoil I feel His strength and I am able to look with compassion on my sins, weaknesses, faults, and imperfections. The mercy He offers me I can offer to others. Glimpses of Light give hope and encouragement. With a contrite heart the power of being forgiven by Him who forgave all, helps me forgive myself and others.
“We have only to be patient, to pray, and to do His will, according to our present light and strength, and the growth of the soul will go on. The plant grows in the mist and under clouds as truly as under sunshine. So does the heavenly principle within.” W. E. Channing
Growth can be painful and requires hard work, like the plant that needs a good pruning and the weeds removed in order to grow to its full potential. Also, the inner workings of a seed under the earth cannot be seen until it bursts through the soil and stretches towards the heavens. So it is with the soul. Trust in the process and help things along with patience and love.
(quotes from Daily Strength for Daily Needs by Mary Tileston pg. 163)
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