Blessed Consequences

Added: 2026-05-17

[00:00:00]Do not despond in the time of violent temptations, afflictions, or sicknesses, or at any obstacles arising from the disturbance of the enemy.

[00:00:15]All this is the reproof and chastisement of the righteous Lord, who trieth the hearts and reins for your cleansing, arousing, and correction, for burning out the thorns of carnal passions.

[00:00:36]And therefore, do not complain if you sometimes suffer greatly.

[00:00:43]Do not think of the suffering, but of the blessed consequences of this chastisement and the health of the soul.

[00:00:54]St. John of Kronstadt.