“Therefore be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful.” Luke 6:36 . “Before mercy, the doors of the heavens are open in a great guarantee. As a queen she goes in, and none of the guards dare ask her who she is, but everyone welcomes her at once. Likewise is the state of mercy. …
“And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 . “So what room is there for anxiety and worry? Who in the midst of life’s troubles is sad and trembling – except for him who is without hope and faith? To fear …
“So likewise, whoever of you does not forsake all that he has cannot be My disciple.” Luke 14:33 . “Beloved Ones, contemplate on the power of repentance, and what it did. It transformed an infidel slave who was a murderer, adulterer and robber into a great Father, teacher, comforter, and priest who wrote rules for …
“Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” Luke 12:32 . “Be careful to belong to the chosen few; and do not be cold by following the negligent behaviour of others. Live like those few ones so you become equipped to enjoying God.” St John Cassian …
“By your patience possess your souls.” – Luke 21:19 . “Do not say, ‘I have been patient long enough without any use’, but be patient still, for the Lord said, ‘By your patience possess your souls.” – H.H. Pope Shenouda III #patience #patienceintribulation #possessyoursouls #apostlesfast #dailyreadings #coptic #orthodox
