Lailah Gifty AkitaYou must not only pray and fast, but read and mediate on word of God.
About This Quote
This quote from Saint Basil the Great is a reminder of the importance of being present with God through prayer and reading the bible. Having a regular time to read and meditate on scripture is essential to building a closer relationship with God. In addition, the benefit of reading the bible daily is that these books are able to help us grow in our faith and learn about God.
Source: Think Great: Be Great!
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