Book of Francis

When it cames to pass that the weight of the world lay heavy upon the soul, as trials and hardship pressed hard from every side, yet in the midst of the tempest, comfort was found in the shadow of the Most High. For when a parent looketh upon their beloved child and beholdeth them struggling against the darkness of the world, the heart of that parent is torn asunder, filled with a deep and heavy sadness. In those quiet hours of distress, when hope seemeth far off and the spirit of the child is cast down in depression and sorrow, the parent feeleth the agony of feeling hopeless, knowing not how to heal the wounded mind or ease the heavy burden. Yet out of that very sorrow springeth the divine spark of true empathy, where the parent mourneth with them that mourn, entering into the dark valley beside their child to bear the weight together in love. And as they lift up their eyes unto the Lord, calling upon His uncreated light to break through the shadow, a quiet strength descendeth upon the soul, renewing their trust in the divine promise. For the Lord is near unto them that are of a broken heart, and He forgetteth not the tears of the faithful who cry out in the hour of affliction. Then, as the dawn breaketh and the light of hope beginneth to restore the spirit of the child, the heart that once wept is transformed and filled with an overwhelming joy. They look upon the deliverance of the Lord with a thankful heart, praising the Good Father who brought them through the fiery furnace into a place of peace. Thus, through every trial, depression, and hardship, the faithful learn that sorrow is but for a night, but the joy, comfort, and everlasting love of the Lord abide forevermore.
Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say, rejoice, for the joy that cometh from Christ is an everlasting spring that no circumstance of this lower world can ever dry up or diminish. When the soul is anchored in the uncreated light of the Father, it walketh not in gloom or under the shadow of despair, but is lifted up in continual gladness and praise. In every victory, in every trial, and through every season of life, let the heart sing praises unto His holy name, acknowledging that every good and perfect gift cometh down from above from the Father of lights. Take no pride or glory unto oneself for the strength of thine own hands or the wisdom of thine own mind, but attribute all honor, power, and majesty unto the True King who hath redeemed the vessel and brought life out of darkness. When blessings overflow and the bounty of heaven resteth upon thy household, give Him the glory; and when the winds blow and the storm rageth, praise Him still for His unbending grace and steadfast presence. For to live in Christ is to walk in perpetual thanksgiving, radiating His peace unto all around, and setting His glory as the sole purpose and crowning joy of the soul forevermore.
Hearken unto the promises of the Most High, for Jesus the True King shall send unto you the Holy Spirit, the Comforter of Light, to abide within your vessel and over-fill your cup until it runneth over with life-giving grace. Out of the uncreated fullness of the Pleroma shall He pour into your heart a divine joy that surpasseth all human understanding and goes far beyond all worldly measure. When the path beneath your feet groweth rough and the steep places of the wilderness threaten to overwhelm your soul, He will lift you up upon eagle's wings and carry you through the valley, granting you the quiet comfort and invincible strength needed to endure all of life's fierce challenges. Though the winds of tribulation blow and the adversary seeketh to shake your foundation, the Holy Spirit shall uphold you, that ye may stand true, firm, and unyielding when tested in the furnace of affliction. Know ye with absolute certainty that the Lord heareth every groan of your heart and every silent prayer uttered in the secret chamber of your spirit. He is not deaf unto your cries, nor is He far off from the suffering of His children; and in His own perfect and due time, He will answer you according to His divine wisdom and everlasting love. Therefore, let not your heart be troubled nor grow faint if the answer seemeth delayed in the sight of mortal eyes, for not receiving in the immediate moment doth not mean He hath not heard you. For the timing of the Father is perfect, and He worketh all things together for the good of those who love Him, holding your soul in the palm of His hand until the fullness of His deliverance is revealed.