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He told me that God had done a supreme work of grace in his life through his conversion at the age of eighteen. It happened in winter. He had noticed a tree stripped of its leaves. He realized that in a little while the leaves would return, and the flowers and fruit would appear. At that moment he clearly saw the Providence and Power of God. That awareness of God had never dimmed.
He was very aware of his faults, but he was not discouraged by them. He confessed them to God, but did not plead with Him to excuse them.
When he was troubled, he consulted no one. He knew by the light of faith that God was present, and he contented himself with directing all his actions to Him. He did everything with the intent to please God, and did not worry about consequences.
In the beginning of the spiritual life, we ought to be faithful in doing our duty and denying ourselves. After that, unspeakable pleasures followed. In difficulties we only need to turn to Jesus Christ and beg His grace, and then everything became easy.