Preparing For Death | White & Beige Floral Scrapbook Texture Cross | Arts & Crafts Style | St Irenaeus | Orthodox Christian Canvas ArtThe business of the Christian is nothing else than to be ever preparing for death. + St Irenaeus of Lyons, Fragments from the Lost Writings of Ireneus

Through the strength of Christ's birth and His baptism

Then will the Lord be jealous for his land

- 1 Corinthians 2:6-8

lifted up by priestly hands

The Lord did not promise us positions as victors as a reward for righteousness

“If you want to be perfect

others cry aloud that most renowned and sacred hymn of highest praise to God

"To die is gain because then I shall understand more clearly

and the prince of the kings of the earth

O Christ God

Thou wast transfigured on the mountain

"Do you love wealth