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Conclusion.
In summarizing the Book of Acts and the Apostolic Epistles, both Ecumenical as well as
Apostle Paul’s (about which there will be a discourse in the next brochure), it must be said
that they all doggedly persuade Christians to abide with spiritual solidarity in the blessed
community called Church, that was established by the Savior. The path to salvation is open to
all those that believe in the incarnate Son of God, Lord Jesus Christ, Who shed His blessed
blood for the redemption of mankind’s sins and gave His Church the Comforter. In order to
be saved, man must follow the path shown by Christ. As well, he must not go alone but
together with other salvation seekers, availing himself of assistance from the blessed community
and receiving the necessary directions from its pastors. The main attributes of the
community of salvation seekers are: a) New life, acquired by them from communion with
God through Lord Jesus Christ; and b) Abiding in a spiritual light – i.e., in the purity of the
Gospel’s Truth and in mutual love. Outside the Church, there is nothing but the darkness of
ignorance, sin, and hatred. This is the realm of the Devil, prince of this world. In living a
blessed life of the Church, a Christian expands spiritually, grows more complete and for his
acts, patience, and good deeds, and becomes deserving of eternal life.