St. Seraphim of Sarov on Acquiring the Spirit - Orthodox (2 Timothy 1:7)
"The goal of Christian life is the acquisition of the Holy Spirit. This Spirit gives power for ascetic struggle, love for enemies, and sophrosyne—the sound, integrated mind. Fear indicates the Spirit's absence; peace and power indicate His presence and indwelling." — St. Seraphim of Sarov. Orthodox: Spirit acquisition.
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