The merciful Lord does everything for our benefit

Elder Leo of Optina
The Will of God

The merciful Lord accomplishes and does everything through His will for our benefit, even though the means and results may seem to be in opposition to us. With the help of the most merciful Lord God, we will be patient, and we will see.

[Living without Hypocrisy, p. 23]

God always watches over us

Elder Leo of Optina
The Will of God

We must be certain that the Divine Providence of God always watches over us, and arranges all circumstances for our benefit, even when they are unpleasant for us.

[Living without Hypocrisy, p. 21]