Would that men might come at last to see that it is quite impossible to reach the thicket of the riches and wisdom of God except by first entering the thicket of much suffering, in such a way that the soul finds there its consolation and desire. The soul that longs for divine wisdom chooses first, and in truth, to enter the thicket of the cross.
John of the CrossThe eternal tide flows hid in Living Bread. That with its Heavenly Life too be fed.
John of the CrossIn tribulation immediately draw near to God with confidence, and you will receive strength, enlightenment, and instruction.
John of the CrossAbide in peace, banish cares, take no account of all that happens, and you will serve God according to his good pleasure and rest in him.
John of the Cross