Words from the Saints -- October 23, 2025
Gerald Largent
"When Scripture says 'He will reward every man according to his works' (Matthew 16:27), do not imagine that works in themselves merit either hell or the kingdom. On the contrary, Christ rewards each man according to whether his works are done with faith or without faith in Himself; and He is not a dealer bound by contract, but God our Creator and Redeemer." --St. Mark the Ascetic
"In everything that we do God searches out our purpose to see whether we do it for Him or for some other motive." --St. Maximos the Confessor
"If you want to be free of all the passions, practice self-control, love and prayer." --St. Thalassios the Libyan
"Even if others make war against us, it is right for us to remain in peace." --St. John Chrysostom