Fr. Seraphim Rose warns of counterfeit grace in the last times
Fr. Seraphim Rose writes that Orthodox Christians must walk carefully with trembling and fear of God, because grace is not given indiscriminately but only to those who hold the true faith, live the life of spiritual struggle, and preserve the grace that leads to heaven. He says Christians must be especially vigilant today, surrounded by a false Christianity that offers counterfeit experiences of grace and the Holy Spirit, and that can quote Holy Scripture and the Holy Fathers extensively to justify them.
He states that the last times are undoubtedly drawing near, and spiritual deception will come in so convincing a form that, if possible, even the elect would be deceived, citing Matthew 24:24.
Main points
- Grace is given only to those who hold the true faith, struggle spiritually, and preserve grace.
- False Christianity offers counterfeit experiences of grace and the Holy Spirit.
- Deceivers quote Scripture and the Fathers to justify their claims.
- The last times are near, and deception will be so convincing it could deceive the elect.
- Christians must walk with trembling and fear of God, remaining vigilant.
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