Not only that, but we even boast of our afflictions, knowing that affliction produces endurance, and endurance, proven character, and proven character, hope, and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the holy Spirit that has been given to us. (Romans 5:3-5 NABRE)
The persecutions that attend Christian commitment are to teach believers patience and to strengthen this hope, which will not disappoint them because the holy Spirit dwells in their hearts and imbues them with God’s love.*
Today, on this Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, I will remember gratitude--not disappointment--in all things, including my afflictions, because of the hope they produce and the Spirit through whom I know God's love.
Saint Rita of Cascia, patron of difficult marriages, impossible causes, infertility, and parenthood, pray for us.
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