OF THE READING OF HOLY SCRIPTURES: “It is Truth which we must look for in Holy Writ, not cunning of words. All Scripture ought to be read in the spirit in which it was written. We must rather seek for what is profitable in Scripture, than for what ministers to subtlety in discourse. Therefore, we [...]
Tag: humility
the imitation of christ, the 1st book: chapter iv (prudence in action)
“We must not trust every word of others or feeling within ourselves, but cautiously and patiently try the matter, whether it be of God. Unhappily we are so weak that we find it easier to believe and speak evil of others, rather than good. But they that are perfect, do not give ready heed to [...]
the imitation of christ, the 1st book: chapter ii (of thinking humbly of oneself)
“There is naturally in every man, a desire to know. But what profiteth knowledge, without the fear of God? Better of a surety is a lowly peasant who serveth God, than a proud philosopher who watcheth the stars and neglecteth the knowledge of himself. He who knoweth himself well, is vile in his own sight; [...]
the imitation of Christ, the 1st book: chapter i (of the imitation of Christ; and contempt of the world and all its vanities)
“He that followeth me shall not walk in darkness (John 8:12), saith the Lord. These are the words of Christ; and they teach us how far we must imitate His life and character, if we seek true illumination and deliverance from all blindness of heart. Let it be our most earnest study, therefore, to dwell [...]
Blessed Night, Loves 😊
I Pray All Is Well With Everyone... And Your Hearts And Minds Are Full Of Love, Joy, And Compassion... For Yourselves And Everyone Else... All Around The World. And Radiating Our Love And Light All Throughout The World Is Indeed Required... For Mankind's Survival. So, Where Do We Start? We Already Have; With Our Individual [...]
Blessed Night, Loves 😊
I Pray All Is Well With Everyone... And Your Hearts And Minds Are Full Of Love, Joy, And Compassion... For Yourselves And Everyone Else... All Around The World. Now Many Individuals Will Say, "I Love Myself" Or " I Love Me Some Me!" But Do We Really And Truly Love Ourselves... If We Don't Acknowledge [...]
The Mark Of God: Understanding Your "I AM Presence" 