Do not be depressed. Do not let your weakness make you impatient. Instead, let the serenity of your spirit shine through your face. Let the joy of your mind burst forth.
Remember, you are not in charge or in control, God is. So in your weakness, depend on Him, and you will never be disappointed.
When you are scorned by others and lashed by God, do not despair. God lashes us in this life, to shield us from the eternal lash, in the next.
Here lies the bodies of Saints Marcellinus the priest and Peter the exorcist, who by a marvelous inspiration, with the help of the Lord, have brought many unbelievers to the knowledge of the true faith, have taught them the commandments of the law, and at last, by the command of the impious tyrant, have deserved to be crowned with the palm of martyrdom - Epitaph written by Pope Saint Damasus I.
We probably know a lot of people who would welcome the chance to receive some honor or honorary position. They relish the thought of the glamour and glory. But saints like Peter of Tarentaise remind us that humility and the avoidance of glory is the way of the Gospel. (Franciscan Media). Pray for me Saint Peter of Tarantaise to learn to be humble in all my dealings, so as to be a better disciple of Christ.
