THE FIERY SPIRIT - Coptic Orthodox Electronic Publishing

By your quiet meditation on the word of God, under
the guidance of the Holy Spirit, you will be able to enter the
innermost depths of your being. He will then illuminate your
vision, and you will discover God’s precious gifts, and feel glad
of possessing them. Thus all your life will be led according to
His will!
Start with simple and easy deeds in your church life
and your treatment of others. For the Lord said to the faithful
servant; “you have been faithful over a few things, I will make
you ruler over many things” (Matt. 25:23). Try to come closer
to God by walking in the path of His commandments. He will
then come closer to you, but rather dwell within you, hold your
hands, and lead your way to the path of righteousness.
FEW PRACTICAL HINTS
� Pray for others, each by his name if possible. Practice
prostration for the sake of their salvation, especially those
who annoy you, or those who are sinful and are living a
debased life.
� Look after your friends and colleagues, and try to invite
them to a new life with Jesus and to partake with you the
church life, which is inflamed by the Spirit.
� Substitute your personal presents and visits to spiritual
work. Send spiritual books or pamphlets to assist them in
their spiritual struggle.
� Be happy in the Lord, especially in the confinement of your
own home!
DO NOT ENVY OTHERS
When you stir up the gifts of the Holy Spirit in you, be
careful as St. John Chrysostom warns us against envy.
Sometimes a person is attacked by a feeling of despondency and
low self-esteem, feeling that he is not granted important gifts, as
others. He then envies others and destroys himself.
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