[Salvation]

**Why is it we feel compelled, when we can do nothing else, to tell the afflicted of our similar afflictions? .... But in fact, there is something comforting in knowing that others have felt what we feel in our pain; ....**

[Salvation]

When we offer prayer on behalf of the afflicted in our lives, we bear them to God the Impassible Father via Christ Crucified. When we receive the Eucharist and pray through it for the afflicted in our lives, we bear nothing less than the hope of heaven to every sufferer. We may not see how or whether that grace comes to fruition, but the reality and power are there in Christ Jesus.

Lenten Series Ping!

[Grateful2God]

**Why is it we feel compelled, when we can do nothing else, to tell the afflicted of our similar afflictions? .... But in fact, there is something comforting in knowing that others have felt what we feel in our pain; ....**
I think it’s because God didn’t mean His children to be alone: humans are social beings, but sometimes when things get really difficult, we isolate, screaming inside for help on the inside, just existing, not really living. Knowing that there is someone who cares enough about other people just to listen can be a huge gift from God on the life of a person, and the means He uses to give hope to the afflicted. At the same time, He blesses the listener, often at the prayers of the afflicted. For both sides, He imparts grace and wisdom, even His Guidance. Comforting the afflicted is a wonderful act of mercy, in so many ways. Thanks for the post, and God bless you!