let us put him to the test that we may have proof of his gentleness and try his patience

„‚With revilement and torture let us put him to the test that we may have proof of his gentleness and try his patience. Let us condemn him to a shameful death; for according to his own words, God will take care of him.’ These were their thoughts, but they erred; for their wickedness blinded them, and they knew not the hidden counsels of God; neither did they count on a recompense of holiness nor discern the innocent souls’ reward.” (WIS 2: 19-22)

Even the first step from our Love and Life Programs has to be tested. We can dream about how great we are in our gentleness, but real lives will inform us about the true results. Hopefully, it will be without „revilement and torture,” but for sure, different life circumstances will bring a lot of occasions to practice these virtues. With gentleness and patience everything is easier.

„One does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes forth from the mouth of God.” (Gospel Acclamation)