716. Живи не под страхом у других, а под страхом Божиим. Небесные вечные утешения приобретай тесною и прискорбною жизнию

You write that you used to live under the fear of others. But now live under the fear of God every minute, and with the fear of God, as it is written: everyone shun evil and never judge anyone, forgive everyone, consider yourself the worst of all in the world. Neither I nor you should pray about going to the ironing room. And everyone must always surrender themselves to the will of God; and God loves those people who do not submit their own will, but God’s. You write again: they consoled me for my efforts. You deserve Heavenly eternal consolations, acquire them through a cramped and sad life, do not be like a senseless child who is amused with something. Shed your sweat and blood for the Kingdom for the sake of God, which no one receives for free. Seeking peace and God's blessing for you and your sister and others, I remain with good will toward you. You might be interested in: