May your Son, the Divine Physician, heal me spiritually as well and assist all in poor health. The more we think of the needs of those around us, the less time we have to brood about ourselves. Doctors, nurses and all hospital workers appreciate a brave smile and a kind word. A Time of Trouble At one time or another, affliction forms part of everyone's life. Then, we can either make of the moment of pain a golden opportunity, or waste it.
Love transforms the bitterness.
When His glory is revealed, you will rejoice exultantly. To accept sickness with all its consequences requires a firm act of will and God's assisting grace. Then, we use pain as a penance for our sins and for others. When we join our cross to Christ's, our illness takes us out of ourselves and adds a universal value to our private trial. May you in sorrow show Christian courage, and cheerfully use your weakness to make the strength of God's grace manifest.