“Do not pray for the fulfillment of your wishes, for they may not accord with the will of God. But pray as you have been taught, saying: Thy will be done in me. Always entreat Him in this way – that His will be done. For He desires what is good and profitable for you, [...]
If You Have Friends . . .
October 16, 2012 by 2 Comments
“If you have friends, avoid constant meetings with them. For if you meet only on rare occasions, you will be of more help to them. And if you find that harm comes through meeting them, do not see them at all. The friends that you do have should be of benefit to you and contribute [...]
Lose a Little in the Transaction
May 10, 2010 by 1 Comment
“When buying or selling you can hardly avoid sin. So, in either case, be sure you lose a little in the transaction.” – Evagrios the Solitary, On Asceticism and Stillness – My wife and I are in the process of buying a house. We have been blessed with the ability to do so, and are [...]
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