Why do we strive to keep God’s commandments?‎8 min read

Christ taught us that “if you love Me, keep My commandments” (John 14:15) and that “blessed are those who hear the word of God and keep it!” (Luke 11:28). Christ taught us earlier in the Gospel of Matthew that we must persevere in prayer and fasting (see part 1). What does it mean to love God? For us, love is evidenced by wanting to…

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Erroneous Ideas About Fasting Part I – Formalities2 min read

Formalities During The Fasting Period One of the most common misconceptions is how we ought to view the fasting period. As mentioned by His Holiness Pope Shenouda III, the devil gets annoyed when we start fasting as it disciplines the body. The devil gets particularly annoyed during Lent, as this is the most spiritual time of the year.   One of the ways to distract…

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