God sweetens outward pain with inward peace. — Thomas Watson
pain
Afflictions are not always punishment
Extraordinary afflictions are not always the punishment of extraordinary sins, but sometimes the trial of extraordinary graces. — Matthew Henry
Every time we make the decision to love someone, we open ourselves to great suffering, because those we most love cause us not only great joy but also great pain. — Henri Nouwen
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