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St. Seraphim of Sarov on Acquiring the Spirit - Orthodox (Matthew 6:33)

Source: St. Seraphim of Sarov53 words

"'Acquire the Spirit of Peace, and thousands around you will be saved.' To seek first the kingdom is to seek theosis—union with God through the Holy Spirit. When divine life is our priority, earthly needs become secondary, and yet they are met through divine providence." — St. Seraphim of Sarov. Orthodox: theotic priority.

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Matthew 6:33

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