Contemplations – Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Midlands, U.K.

“If we seek God, he will show himself to us, and if we keep him, he will remain close to us.” – Abba Arsenius

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“He who promised you forgiveness if you repented, didn’t promise you tomorrow if you delayed.” – St. Augustine

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“God requires not the doing of the commandments for their own sake, but for the correction of the soul.” – St. Isaac the Syrian

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“By the Holy Spirit’s power are sealed all the entrances into your soul. By theseal of anointing with Sacred Chrism all your bodily members are sealed and you are now able to use your senses for the good of your own soul and the welfare of others.” – St. Ephraim of Syria

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“When the intellect is gladdened by the remembrance of God, then it forgets the afflictions of this world, places its hope in Him, and is no longer troubled or anxious. “- St. Peter of Damaskos

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