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The Light of Christ in Christians (Metropolitan of Pisidia Sotirios)

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Christ is “the true Light” (see John 1:9).   Those who believe in Him and are members of His One Holy Church, receive His light.   This is how Christians themselves become light, by reflecting the light of Christ that is within.   They cannot keep it to themselves or hide it!  The Lord said, “You are the light of the world...”  (Matthew 5:14).  Christ’s mission for Christians is for them to spread His light to others. But how does this happen? -With their bright presence.  What this means is that their illumined lives can be seen in their purity.  A person can receive light from a Christian who reflects the light of Christ with their serene face, pure gaze, and gentle ...

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They’re all good (Saint Iakovos Tsalikis)

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Earn your bread in any way, provided you work for it. Of the children of Adam and Eve, one was a farmer, the other a shepherd. All jobs are good, provided we’re close to God. Saint Paul wouldn’t take bread from anyone for free, but worked with his hands for it. He made tents. So the great saints of our Church also worked for a living. Christ Himself also worked, as a carpenter. He was God and human, but He still worked. Work is always a virtue for people. Saint Iakovos Tsalikis

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