During this time Saint Luke lived through extreme persecutions from communists, and endured a very painful Martyrdom for 11 years as a result of his Orthodox Faith. However, Saint Luke rejoiced in his sufferings and remained unshaken in his love for God, continuing to help people in every way he could while he courageously endured this period of Martyrdom.
“Continue your path with courage, with much courage. Let your heart rejoice in the Lord, and He will grant it all nourishments and all energy that is needed so that it does not collapse. Nothing should seem difficult to you.”
“Do not be troubled, do not mourn more than is right, because thus you give rights to the evil one to hit you with strength.”
“Now we do not understand their meaning, but later we will understand them. Now we sense that we are treated unjustly and cursed. Later we will understand that from everything we would have an awesome benefit: a humble mind.”
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