But as we cannot imitate God
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"But as we cannot imitate God, let us imitate the Apostles whom the world held in hatred for they were not of this world. Imitate them, follow them. Perhaps you are thinking that it is difficult to ascend above the world by merely human virtue. Well said! but even the Apostles in their following of the Lord (not as equals but as disciples), merited to rise above the world. You too should be Christ's disciple and an imitator of Christ; He will pray for you as He prayed for them. And He said, 'Not only do I pray for the Apostles, but for those who will believe in Me through their word, so that all may be one.'" St. Ambrose of Milan, Exposition of the Holy Gospel According to Saint Luke. How beautiful upon the mountains Are the feet of him who brings good news, Who proclaims peace, Who brings glad tidings of good things, Who proclaims salvation, Who says to Zion, "Your God reigns!" Isaiah 52:7 Draw nigh unto God and He will draw nigh unto you.