Bodily and spiritual affliction are the surest sign of Divine predilection. Gratitude for suffering is a precious jewel for our heavenly crown... Man should always firmly believe that God sends just that trial which is most beneficial for him.
Gertrude the GreatLet the soul who is desirous of advancing in perfection hasten to My Sacred Heart.
Gertrude the GreatAngels constantly guard the clients of this Blessed Virgin from the assaults of Hell.
Gertrude the GreatI understand that, each time we contemplate with desire and devotion the Host in which is hidden Christ's Eucharistic Body, we increase our merits in heaven and secure special joys to be ours later in the beatific vision of God
Gertrude the Great