‘the power of the cross is not recognised by those who are or perishing, because they are out of their mindset so act like madmen, complaining and rejecting the medicines that bring salvation’ – St John Chrysostom #orthodoxy #coptic #thecross #salvation #narrowway
“When you make the beginning of a good deed, first prepare for the temptations that will come to you.” ~ St. Isaac the Syrian . . #dailyreadings #coptic #copticorthodox #orthodoxy #orthodox #temptations #deliverance
“No doubt you have the right to ask God to lift the trial, but you will be more mature spiritually if you accept it with thanksgiving asking Him to grant you grace to bear it in order to obtain blessing, and tell Him, “I am not asking for a lighter burden but stronger shoulders” – …
