If the saints, who had attained passionlessness, had to be vigilant over themselves so as not to fall from their state of grace - then all the more is daily attentiveness and concern over our eternal salvation necessary for us sinners.

Elder Joseph of Optina
“Letters”

There may be those on earth who dress better or eat better, but those who enjoy the peace of God sleep better.

L. Thomas Holdcroft

Those who trust in their riches will wither,
but the righteous will flourish like green leaves.

Proverbs 11:28

A doubting heart makes the soul timid; whereas faith can make the will firm.

St. Isaac the Syrian

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