Madeleine LEngleFaith is what makes life bearable, with all its tragedies and ambiguities and sudden, startling joys.
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Faith is what makes life bearable, with all its tragedies and ambiguities and sudden, startling joys. This quote by François de La Rochefoucauld, is a reminder to live life with an open mind and an accepting heart. Faith is the gift of hope. It allows us to believe in something bigger than ourselves. It allows us to trust that everything will work out for the best.
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