156. Скорби ведут на небо

M. St. O. n. G.I.H.B.n. p.n. Sister Justinia in the Lord! You write that there are sorrows and sorrows, and all you think about is sorrow. And sorrows lead to heaven! This is how God arranged it to cleanse sins and prevent major transgressions and to obtain an eternally joyful, blissful life in heaven. And you are offended by God, because He seems to be forcibly dragging you to heaven, and you often, often compare these short-lived sorrows with the endless fiery torments of hell that you have earned through your sins. Come to your senses and say: “Lord, I thank you for your sorrows. These sorrows are not enough for me, a sinner, send me more of them, just deliver me from eternal torment and endless torment.” Seeking peace and God’s blessing for you and your sister, I remain with good will towards you. You might be interested in: