I love discovering ancient wisdom from ancient writers. Today, I read these words from Medieval Scottish philosopher and theologian Richard of Saint Victor who, in his day, deeply influenced many religious thinkers. In his writing on the comfort of the Holy Spirit back in the 1100’s, he wrote this:
“I boldly affirm that one single drop of these divine consolations can do what all the pleasures of the world cannot. The pleasures of this world cannot satisfy the heart; and one single drop of the inner sweetness that the Holy Spirit pours into the soul delights it utterly. . .”
I love the contrast: one single drop versus all the pleasures of the world. Even the tiniest bit of what God can pour into the soul far outweighs anything we might have or experience without Him. May we experience these divine consolations. May we discover this inner sweetness and utter delight.