Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Savior (source)
Here is consolation above all
consolations! Here is consolation for those broken by tempest. Let
them only remember that Christ is among them, and let them not be
afraid. He is the Helmsman.
Here is the
consolation for those in pain. Let them know that Christ is there by
their bed, and let them not despair. He is the Healer.
Here is
consolation for the old. Let them not lose sight of the fact that
Christ goes with them through the years right to eternity and eternal
youth, and let them be at peace.
Here is
consolation for those who are tormented by men. Let them not think
that they are left alone, for Christ is with them in all their pain,
and at their judgment, and in prison; and let them rejoice. He is the
Judge.
Here is
consolation for those tormented by evil spirits. Let them remember
that Christ, the Conqueror of evil spirits, is on their side, and let
them be strengthened. He is the Victor.
Here is
consolation for those who seek the light of righteousness and truth.
Let them believe that Christ is closer to their souls than to their
eyes, and let them follow His leading. He is the Light.
Oh, my
brethren, Christ is truly always with us, as a light that is ever
present to the eyes of those who look, But, to our loss, if the eyes
of our soul are closed, then the light seeks in vain to encounter the
pupil of our eye! Oh, what sorrow and grief is ours when we are not
with Christ!
He comes to
meet us - do we go to meet Him? He desires to be with us - do we
desire to be with Him? If we desire consolation, we must be with Him
every day to the end of our lives.
O Lord, our
only Consoler, do not leave us! To Thee be glory and praise forever.
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Through the prayers of our Holy Fathers, Lord Jesus Christ our God, have mercy on us and save us! Amen!
