prove all things; hold fast that which is good. i thess. 5:21
a Hasidic tale describes a rabbi who told people that if they studied the Torah it would put Scripture on their hearts. when someone asked him why he always used the word "on" instead of "in" he said, "only God can put Scripture inside. but reading sacred text can put it on your hearts, and when your hearts break the holy words will fall inside."
"the steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and He delighted in his way. though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholdeth him with His hand". psalm 37:23,24
"o that there were such an heart in them, that they would fear Me, and keep all My commandments always, that it might be well with them, and with their children for ever!" deuteronomy 5:29.
"Let your love be like the misty rains, coming softly, but flooding the river." - malagasy proverb
A Prayer to Help You Comfort Others - Your Daily Prayer - April 25
Have you ever wondered if there is any purpose in your suffering? We certainly don’t go looking for suffering—it comes to us because life is a journey through difficulties and triumphs. Sufferings are a reminder of what Jesus Christ went through and it is a way for us to encourage others.