‘Whoever lives in the presence of so good a friend and excellent a leader, who went ahead of us to be the first to suffer, can endure all things. The Lord helps us, strengthens us, and never fails; He is a true friend. And I see clearly, and I saw afterward, that God desires that if we are to please Him and receive His great favours, we must do so through the most sacred humanity of Christ, in whom He takes His delight. Many, many times have I perceived this truth through experience…This Lord of ours is the one through whom all blessings come to us. He will teach us these things. In beholding His life, we find that He is the best example. What more do we desire than to have such a good friend at our side, who will not abandon us in our labours and tribulations, as friends in the world do? Blessed are those who truly love Him and always keep Him at their side!’ Saint Teresa of Avila, Life ch.22.