"I Give Whatever He Takes"

Often I wonder what does God really get from me in this state -- no faith, no love -- not even in feelings. The other day I can't tell you how bad I felt. There was a moment when I nearly refused to accept. Deliberately I took the Rosary and very slowly without even meditating or thinking -- I said it slowly and calmly. The moment passed -- but the darkness is so dark, and the pain is so painful. But I accept whatever He gives and I give whatever He takes.

+ Mother Teresa in a letter to Bishop Picachy, September 1962