In Spanish we say Lo que no mata engorda (what does not kill [you] will fatten [you up]). It means that most unpleasant things and even apparently harmful experiences are for the building of your character, just don't get discouraged; God is working on you!
Perhaps this folk wisdom comes from the Apostle of Spain's letter which is today's first reading: "Count it all joy, my brethren, when you meet various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." (v. 2-4)
Here he says something more than just "hang in there." He says love hanging in there. Love it. Cherish it. Realize what God is doing in your life and take joy in this hidden mystery that defies all appearances. Take joy in the substance: you are being built up by the Lord, pleasing to Him!
Joyfully let Him make you according to His good pleasure. Let Him use you. Love to let Him use you. Then you are perfect!
Perhaps this folk wisdom comes from the Apostle of Spain's letter which is today's first reading: "Count it all joy, my brethren, when you meet various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." (v. 2-4)
Here he says something more than just "hang in there." He says love hanging in there. Love it. Cherish it. Realize what God is doing in your life and take joy in this hidden mystery that defies all appearances. Take joy in the substance: you are being built up by the Lord, pleasing to Him!
Joyfully let Him make you according to His good pleasure. Let Him use you. Love to let Him use you. Then you are perfect!
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