THEOSISPhilaret of Moscow (Drosdow)
It is an awful thing to fall into the hands of the living God (Hebrews 10:31). Yet, for one who has tasted the joy of dwelling in the presence of the Lord and has received the grace of His closeness, it is far more dreadful to escape the justice of the Lord and instead find oneself in the injustice of God’s adversaries. What is his response? By embracing the boundless mercy found in Christ, he wholly commits himself to the endless justice of God, not shying away from tribulation, suffering, or death, but instead acknowledging them as blessings from heaven. "Let me fall into the hand of the Lord, for His mercies are great" (1 Chronicles 21:13).
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Thus, with a heart full of devotion, he finds hope: "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me" (Psalm 22:4). From tribulations arise profound comforts: “In the multitude of my anxieties within me, Your comforts delight my soul" (Psalm 93:19). Through trials and hardships come life and tranquility: “You brought us to a place of abundance after leading us through fire and water" (Psalm 65:12).