August 31

For our light affliction, which is for the moment, worketh for us more and more exceedingly an eternal weight of glory. — 2 Cor 4:17

Let us be patient, and endure a while; the time may come that God may give us a happy release; but let us not be our own murderers.
— John Bunyan.

He that is down need fear no fall;
He that is low no pride;
He that is humble ever shall
Have God to be his guide.
— John Bunyan.

Time delivers fools from grief and reason wise men.
— Epictetus.

Prayer

My Lord, if I may be walking through fields that are rough with grief and care, may I have the courage to continue on to the smooth pastures, where I may walk with comfort and peace. May I not let the weariness and sorrow that may come to my heart to-day dwarf my hope and enjoyment of the future. Amen.