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“Peter did not say “you are a Christ” or “a son of God” but “the Christ, the Son of God”. And in calling Him the Son of the Living God, Peter indicates that Christ Himself is Life and death has no authority over Him.” – St. Cyril of Alexandria #coptic #orthodox #dailyreadings #pentecost #angels #praise #copticorthodox

“Peter did not say “you are a Christ” or “a son of God” but “the Christ, the Son of God”. …

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It is not befitting to correlate God’s presence in our lives with how comfortable we are in this world. Problems and trials are not a sign that God has abandoned us. God allows such things to come our way so that we may receive blessings, crowns, gain spiritual experiences…and become purified (c.f. 1 Peter 5:10, James 1:12, James 1:2-8, 1 Peter 1:7)… Therefore, be strong and of good cheer during trials; do not let problems and tribulations conquer you, but conquer them by your faith (c.f. 1 Peter 1:7). ~ The Thrice Blessed Pope Shenouda III #beofgoodcheer #tribulations #overcome #dailyreadings #coptic #orthodox #apostlesfast

It is not befitting to correlate God’s presence in our lives with how comfortable we are in this world. Problems …

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Of things visible, in short, is there anything that endures forever? Nothing! No, not anything in us but the soul, and that we neglect – St John Chrysostom . . #soul #coptic #dailyreadings #orthodox #copticorthodox #orthodoxy

Of things visible, in short, is there anything that endures forever? Nothing! No, not anything in us but the soul, …

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“The holding on to and repeating of the name of our Lord Jesus Christ is a great salvation, a fortified strengthening, an invincible weapon, and a guaranteed salvation for the soul. So don’t be lazy to acquire this unstolen treasure and this precious gem which is the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” ~ St. Macarius the Great #salvation #thegreatsalvation #donotneglect #howtoescape #dailyreadings #coptic #orthodox #apostlesfast

“The holding on to and repeating of the name of our Lord Jesus Christ is a great salvation, a fortified …

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God’s power is able to work miracles with you, but it awaits your belief – H.H. Pope Shenouda III #believe #healingtheparalytic #miracles #coptic #orthodox #apostlesfast

God’s power is able to work miracles with you, but it awaits your belief – H.H. Pope Shenouda III #believe …

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