St. Seraphim (Chichagov)
How infinitely far they are from understanding the true glory and majesty of the mother of a family who raises her son in truth, in selflessness, and in obedience, instilling in his heart unshakable faith and a living, active love for God and men as the foundation of life, Christianity, virtues, strength, and patriotism.
The spiritual life requires gradual growth, as in any other kind of life, but even more careful, for spiritual strength increases only in proportion to our own labors and depends on the strengthening of virtues and the development of purity of heart.
Archpriest Gregory Dyachenko
This is why devout Christians constantly carry the most holy name of our Savior in their hearts and on their lips.
Constantine Tsertsvadze
He was a great elder, who tried with all his might to bring men to God.
The devil, the tempter, commanded the recluse Nikita to read books and abandon prayer. From this, it is clear that the devil cannot endure Christian prayer.
