The first step of humility is unhesitating obedience which comes naturally to those who cherish Christ above all.
Then are they truly monks when they live by the labor of their hands.
He should first show them in deeds rather than words all that is good and holy.
The sleepy like to make excuses.
It is time now for us to rise from sleep.
It is useless to subdue the flesh by abstinence, unless one gives up his irregular life, and abandons vices which defile his soul.