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“Fatherhood means mercy. We pray the law of mercy every night: “There will be no mercy on those who were not merciful.”” (H.H. Pope Tawadros II)

November 7, 2021
Pierre

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Next post “Since a priest is a representative of God, he must care for every individual, for he is a father to the entire world. Sonship is not limited to the presence of a father. Love is required. This is with regards to natural fatherhood. So how much more deep love from the heart is required for the sonship according to grace?! Samuel’s greatness was truly demonstrated in 1 Samuel 12:23 when he said: “Moreover, as for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the Lord in ceasing to pray for you.”” (Saint John Chrysostom) “Since a priest is a representative of God, he must care for every individual, for he is a father to the entire world. Sonship is not limited to the presence of a father. Love is required. This is with regards to natural fatherhood. So how much more deep love from the heart is required for the sonship according to grace?! Samuel’s greatness was truly demonstrated in 1 Samuel 12:23 when he said: “Moreover, as for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the Lord in ceasing to pray for you.”” (Saint John Chrysostom)

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