Desolation is a file, and the endurance of darkness is preparation for great light.

Seek in reading and thou shalt find in meditation; knock in prayer and it shall be opened in contemplation.

Seek in reading and you will find in meditation; knock in prayer and it will be opened to you in contemplation.

Live in faith and hope, though it be in darkness, for in this darkness God protects the soul. Cast your care upon God for you are His and He will not forget you. Do not think that He is leaving you alone, for that would be to wrong Him.

In tribulation immediately draw near to God with confidence, and you will receive strength, enlightenment, and instruction.

He who interrupts the course of his spiritual exercises and prayer is like a man who allows a bird to escape from his hand; he can hardly catch it again.

Do not let your "eye" be drawn by the false "beacon lamps" -of wealth, or position, or fame, or possessions. Be vigilant over your will and desires, for these are the corrupt forces that dwell within, and keep you from living free.