Because God's justice is inexorable, it is hard to obtain forgiveness for sins committed with complete deliberation.
God values deeds according to their intentions. For it is said, "The Lord grant unto you according to your heart" (Ps. 19:5) ... Therefore, whoever w… - Marcus Eremita
God values deeds according to their intentions. For it is said, "The Lord grant unto you according to your heart" (Ps. 19:5) ... Therefore, whoever w…
- Marcus Eremita
God tested Abraham. That is, he sent him afflictions for his benefit, not so that he could find out what sort of man he was, for God knows everything… - Marcus Eremita
God tested Abraham. That is, he sent him afflictions for his benefit, not so that he could find out what sort of man he was, for God knows everything…
Conquer temptations by the patience and prayer. If you oppose them without these, you will fall all the more severely. - Marcus Eremita
Conquer temptations by the patience and prayer. If you oppose them without these, you will fall all the more severely.
If you want the Lord to hide your sins, then don't talk to people about what kind of virtues you have. For as we relate to our virtues, so God relate… - Marcus Eremita
If you want the Lord to hide your sins, then don't talk to people about what kind of virtues you have. For as we relate to our virtues, so God relate…
Whoever with fear of God corrects and directs a sinner gains virtue for himself, that of opposition to sin. But whoever insults a sinner with rancor … - Marcus Eremita
Whoever with fear of God corrects and directs a sinner gains virtue for himself, that of opposition to sin. But whoever insults a sinner with rancor …
He who seeks forgiveness of his sins loves humility, but if he condemns another he seals his own wickedness. - Marcus Eremita
He who seeks forgiveness of his sins loves humility, but if he condemns another he seals his own wickedness.
Do not try to decide a difficult matter by means of disputing, but that which is enjoined by the spiritual law, namely patience, prayer, and thoughtf… - Marcus Eremita
Do not try to decide a difficult matter by means of disputing, but that which is enjoined by the spiritual law, namely patience, prayer, and thoughtf…
One evil receives strength from another. In the same way, good deeds also sprout one from another, and the one in whom they are found grows larger. - Marcus Eremita
One evil receives strength from another. In the same way, good deeds also sprout one from another, and the one in whom they are found grows larger.
Whoever does not fight the one who despises him, neither in word not in thought, has received true knowledge and demonstrates a firm trust in God. - Marcus Eremita
Whoever does not fight the one who despises him, neither in word not in thought, has received true knowledge and demonstrates a firm trust in God.
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