Biblical references and images appear in his writings, especially during his most severe trials. (firstthings.com)
Commenting about the doubts Mother Teresa experienced, Gumpel asked, «Do not these researchers understand that periods of doubt, and even severe trials of faith, have affected some of the Church's greatest saints — St. John of the Cross, Therese of Lisieux — and that persevering and overcoming them is considered one of the signs of sanctity?» (firstthings.com)
COVER STORY: LIVING ON THE EDGE By Laurence Neville Southern Europe's sovereign debt crisis may appear to have been resolved, but severe trials still lie ahead — particularly for Greece. (gfmag.com)