If the poison of pride is swelling up in you, turn to the Eucharist; and
that Bread, Which is your God humbling and disguising Himself, will
teach you humility. If the fever of selfish greed rages in you, feed on
this Bread; and you will learn generosity. If the cold wind of coveting
withers you, hasten to the Bread of Angels; and charity will come to
blossom in your heart. If you feel the itch of intemperance, nourish
yourself with the Flesh and Blood of Christ, Who practiced heroic
self-control during His earthly life; and you will become temperate. If
you are lazy and sluggish about spiritual things, strengthen yourself
with this heavenly Food; and you will grow fervent. Lastly, if you feel
scorched by the fever of impurity, go to the banquet of the Angels; and
the spotless Flesh of Christ will make you pure and chaste,"
- St. Cyril of Alexandria
Sunday, January 18, 2015
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