704. За дурными помыслами следуют и дела дурные. Утешение ищи в молитве

I received your letter and socks with M. Natalia. God forbid, but I don’t have time to answer everything, and I’m also unwell: it’s autumn, and now I can’t go out into the air. You write that you received relief from the embarrassment of Kiev. Thank God and continue to ask for God’s help, try to humble yourself and reproach yourself, and not judge anyone, and not to abuse your thoughts, otherwise your thoughts and deeds will follow. You should not be bored, but seek consolation in prayer. The Holy Prophet says: “I remembered the Lord and rejoiced.” Mother Abbess separated you. It’s good that your wish was fulfilled, but that you complained to the abbess is not good, it’s not good to be angry: the Lord opposes the proud. You don’t have to write to Ov, and don’t tell any of your sisters about them, and don’t judge them, but reproach yourself for bringing the blame on yourself, and you will be at peace, and they will be reconciled to you. I asked Father for your blessing, and I, the great sinner Joseph, bless you and wish you peace, health and salvation. I ask for prayers. You might be interested in: