All sorrows and trials here are relatively short, and the reward they purchase is beyond worthwhile
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From Imitation of Christ, in file "Imitation of Christ", page 260
By Thomas a Kempis
Chap. XLVII.—That all grievious things are to be endured for life everlasting.
1. Son, be not dismayed with the labours which thou hast undertaken for me; neither let the tribulations which befal thee quite cast thee down; but let my promise strengthen thee, and comfort thee in all events.
I am sufficient to reward thee beyond all measure.
Thou shalt not labour here long, nor shalt thou be always oppressed with sorrows.
Wait a little while, and thou shalt see a speedy end of all thy evils.
The hour will come when labour and trouble shall be no more.
All is little and short which passeth away with time.
2. Mind what thou art about; labour faithfully in my vineyard; I will be thy reward.
Write, read, sing, sigh, keep silence, pray, bear thy crosses manfully; eternal life is worthy of all these, and greater combats.
Peace shall come in one day, which is known to the Lord; and it shall not be day, nor night, viz. such as is at present, but everlasting light, infinite brightness, steadfast peace, and secure rest.
Thou shalt not then say, Who shall deliver me from the body of this death, (Rom. vii.) nor shalt thou cry out, Wo to me for that my sojourning is prolonged. (Ps. cxix.) For death shall be no more; but never failing health, no anxiety, but blessed delight, and a society sweet and lovely.