“Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.” 2Timothy 3:12 . “Do not claim to have acquired virtue unless you have suffered affliction, for without affliction virtue has not been tested.” St Mark the Ascetic #persecution #suffering #godlyliving #dailyreadings #coptic #orthodox
“For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls.” – Hebrews 12:3 . “In your sufferings, trust that Christ is the Friend of every one who suffers… He is his Partner and his Companion, and He will not leave him along the path of …
