Dear Philothea!
Our father Saint Francis de Sales possessed great trust in the provident
love of the Heavenly Father, and asked his spiritual children to cultivate the
same. This is one of his well-known teachings on the subject:
“Do not look forward to what may happen
tomorrow; the same everlasting Father who cares for you today will take care of
you tomorrow and every day. Either He will shield you from suffering, or He
will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then, put aside all
anxious thoughts and imaginations, and say continually: The Lord is my strength
and shield; my heart has trusted in Him and I am helped. he is not only with
me, but in me and I in Him” (Saint Francis de Sales).
Jesus our Lord and God said: “Think of the ravens.
They do not sow or reap; they have no storehouses and no barns; yet God feeds
them. And how much more you are worth than the birds! Can any of you, however
much you worry, add a single cubit to your span of life?
Wish you a trustful week.
Peace!
Fr. George
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