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Andrei Rublev: Courage Through Theosis - Orthodox (Joshua 1:9)

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Andrei Rublev continues painting icons through war, famine, and persecution—courage born from participation in divine life. Orthodox spirituality sees Joshua 1:9 as theosis promise: "The LORD your God is with you" describes participation, not just accompaniment. As we share in divine nature (2 Peter 1:4), we share in divine courage. The saints demonstrated courage through union with God; their courage witnesses to our possibility. Rublev's courage wasn't human willpower but divine participation. Be courageous—you participate in the Courageous One.

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Joshua 1:92 Peter 1:4

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