"As to the aridity you are suffering from it seems to me our Lord is treating you like someone He considers strong: He wants to test you and see if yo...

...Since in the centre of the soul there is a mansion reserved for God Himself...
~ Teresa of Ávila ~












...Since in the centre of the soul there is a mansion reserved for God Himself...
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