For most of us, the greatest test of our faith may arise from the ordinary, humdrum, daily routines, the ups and downs of life as we go through it. And it is true that we can brood over these until they get us down, until our faith in divine providence turns sour, and we are left stranded in our misery. It is at such times that we should turn to prayer and renew our inner strength through reception of the sacraments. "No matter what happens, keep on praying," St Paul told the first Christians who endured so much for their faith.