Believers Pray for Only 1 Thing Tomorrow: We Remember Saint Martyr Agapius
The Serbian Orthodox Church, together with believers, celebrates the day of Saint Martyr Agapius and seven Christian saints who suffered together for the faith on March 28. These saints are an example of unwavering faith and courage, and their story inspires believers today.
TL;DR
- The Serbian Orthodox Church celebrates Saint Martyr Agapius and seven Christian saints on March 28.
- These saints are remembered for their unwavering faith and courage in suffering for their beliefs.
- Seven youths were moved by the Christians' patience and faith, choosing to become Christians themselves and face martyrdom.
- Agapius, an esteemed citizen who had previously suffered for Christ, joined the youths, further strengthening their resolve.
- All the martyrs were executed by the sword in 303 AD.
- Believers traditionally pray for true and lasting love on this day.
- The article contrasts the impermanence of human love with the constancy of divine love, using analogies of a rain-fed stream versus an ever-flowing spring.