“Even though our problems may have been brought upon us because of something done against our will, we have no excuse for allowing the problem to persist, grow and even take control over our entire life.”
–Joyce Meyer
“Do not fear the conflict, and do not flee from it; where there is no struggle, there is no virtue.”
–John of Kronstadt
“No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening—it’s painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way.”
Hebrews 12:11, NLT