The agony within

 

Why is there no peace in our bones, in our soul and in our heart?  Because of our sins!  Because we are not at all instructed in humility, because we very much love to argue and prove that we know more than others, because we do not stop conversing with our thoughts, which–along with sorrows—continually torment us. 

The Kingdom of God within

Humble yourself more in thought before God and men, and in this way you will see the Kingdom of God within yourself, and at that time your face will radiate with fervent peace and a pleasant smile.  St. Anthony of Optina

An example God gave us in these latter times:

St. John Maximovich of Shanghai & San Francisco