The experience of these things gives him such certainty that God is always in the innermost part of his soul that he is beyond doubting it under any circumstances. It seems to him (in fact, he feels it) that this God of love, satisfied with such few words, reposes again and rests in the depth and center of his soul. For instance, he may say, “My God, here I am all devoted to You,” or “Lord, make me according to Your heart.” He answers with exact fidelity to these inward drawings, either by an elevation of his heart towards God, or by a meek and fond regard to Him, or by such words as love forms upon these occasions. This often happens when he is most engaged in his outward chores and tasks. If sometimes he becomes a little distracted from that Divine presence, God gently recalls Himself by a stirring in his soul. For about thirty years his soul has been filled with joy and delight so continual, and sometimes so great, that he is forced to find ways to hide their appearing outwardly to others who may not understand. He is now so accustomed to that Divine presence that he receives from it continual comfort and peace. He does this without any view or motive except pure love of Him and because God deserves infinitely more. May we both profit by them.įor the past forty years his continual care has been to be always with God and to do nothing, say nothing, and think nothing which may displease Him. Fourth Letter: I am taking this opportunity to tell you about the sentiments of one of our society concerning the admirable effects and continual assistance he receives from the presence of God.
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