January 14th | Saint Felix of Nola

Описание: Prepare yourself for spiderwebs, angelic prison breaks, and miraculous escapes that sound like something out of an Indiana Jones film.
But Saint Felix of Nola (feast day: January 14th) wasn't just a 3rd-century action hero. He was a priest who endured horrific torture, survived when he was ready to die, and then spent the rest of his life choosing radical poverty and humble service over personal advancement.

What happened during Emperor Decius's empire-wide campaign to exterminate Christianity
The torture, the miraculous escape, and why spiderwebs matter
The concept of "white martyrdom"
Why Felix gave away the better coat every single time
What God's providence looks like when it's not dramatic


🙏 Perfect for anyone who:

Struggles with trusting God's providence in small things
Wants to understand early church persecution
Is convicted about radical generosity vs. "just in case" thinking
Needs encouragement to choose hiddenness over recognition

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💬 Discussion Question: What small, seemingly insignificant details might actually be God's protection in your life that you haven't recognised?
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