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Many people today believe it is possible to be a Christian without actually attending church. Why is that? And how has that come to be? In this reflection, I share my thoughts on the matter from an Orthodox perspective.
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In this portion of our interview, Jenna and I discuss the subject of loneliness, its causes, and how to do battle against it.
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Today I interview Fr. Jonathan & Luther from The Transfigured Life! They discuss how their channel got started and we explain how being Orthodox has changed our lives.
The Transfigured Life: https://www.youtube.com/@UC8fSX3b2VmjWY3TTt4zv54Q
The Danger of Distraction and How to Overcome It: https://youtu.be/0-aNb5cHGR8?si=HScuSfSz2JrWzu90
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In this flashback, I compare and contrast the worship and spiritual goals of Orthodox Judaism with that of Orthodox Christianity.
The Religion of the Apostles | Fr. Stephen De Young
Christian Worship & the Old Testament | Orthodox Shahada: https://youtu.be/jkmh68urI6A?si=oo_kueqLnxZcwgIE
Orthodox Worship | Benjamin Williams & Harold Anstall
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In this segment of my interview with Jenna, we turn towards Orthodox women, discussing some of the traps they fall into when it comes to relationships and how women can better prepare for marriage.
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For many today, the true meaning of the resurrection is not fully understood. But how does the resurrection of Jesus affect our daily lives? In this episode, we dive into the theology of the Orthodox Church and find out.
Christ is risen!
Outro song (Christ is Risen; Gregorian melody): https://youtu.be/BYwnhXCZ_lY?si=iQTRabwrx91HmJkQ
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How do we know Jesus is the messiah? In this flashback, I discuss the various Old Testament prophecies and theophanies which lead us to this conclusion.
References:
The Religion of the Apostles | Fr. Stephen De Young
47 Old Testament Prophecies of Jesus | Mary Fairchild: https://www.learnreligions.com/prophecies-of-jesus-fulfilled-700159
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In this portion of my interview with Jenna, we discuss some of the traps Orthodox men fall into when it comes to relationships and how men can better prepare for marriage.
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In this episode, I read the lives of many important early Christian martyrs. These include the 12 apostles, Biblical martyrs, and a slew of others who shaped the Christian ethos for ages to come. See below for the timestamps for a specific saint or links to read along.
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REFERENCES:
Biblical Martyrs & Honorable Mentions:
Prologue of Orchid (Web): https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/ochrid
Prologue of Orchid (Print): https://sebastianpress.org/the-prologue-of-ohrid-lives-of-saints-hymns-reflections-and-homilies-for-every-day-of-the-year/
The Holy Protomartyr Stephen the Archdeacon: https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/post/december-27th-protomartyr-stephen
The Beheading of St John the Baptist: https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/post/august-29th-beheading-of-the-holy-forerunner-and-baptist-john
The Finding of the Head of St John the Baptist: https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/post/february-24th-the-finding-of-the-head-of-saint-john-the-baptist
The Third Finding of the Head of St John the Baptist: https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/post/may-25th-third-finding-of-the-head-of-saint-john-the-baptist
The Holy Apostle and Evangelist Luke: https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/post/october-18th-saint-luke-the-evangelist
The Holy Apostle and Evangelist Mark: https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/post/april-25th-holy-apostle-and-evangelist-mark
The Holy Apostle James, the Lord's Brother: https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/post/october-23rd-saint-james-the-brother-of-the-lord
The Holy Apostle Matthias: https://www.holyascensionofchrist.org/post/august-9th-apostle-matthais
Please see the episodes "What Happened to The 12 Apostles?" and "Memorable Martyrs of the Early Church" for the Prologue readings of those saints. Unfortunately, it exceeds the character limit to include them all here.
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Today I interview Jenna Makhoul, an Orthodox Matchmaker, on the subject of relationships in the Church. We discuss why she created Homemade Match, the shortcomings of dating apps in the modern era, and why matchmaking may be the solution.
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While many Christians today object to the teachings of prosperity pastors, the assumptions of said theology are deeply engrained in American Protestant piety. In this reflection, I attempt to untangle the mess and reframe the issue.
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REFERENCE
Saint Seraphim of Viritsa's Spiritual Testament - This Was From Me: http://orthodoxinfo.com/praxis/saint-seraphim-of-viritsa-this-was-from-me.aspx
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Today, I interview Fr. Gabriel from Holy Cross Monastery on topics that are very pressing to young converts today. How should we discern our vocation? What does the monastic life involve? How should we orient ourselves and pursue Christ in all things? All of this and more in today's interview.
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Listen to Fr. Gabriel's talk on asceticism: https://youtu.be/j27JFYXYjO0?si=UB67ZRFqgb6xYa5S
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To refrain rather than indulge is extraordinarily difficult for today's impulse-driven culture. In this reflection, I discuss how asceticism, specifically in the Orthodox context, is the antidote to many of our modern problems.
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Many people often find it difficult to discern the will of God. In this portion of the interview, Fr. Gabriel explains some basic principles when it comes to contemplating the will of God in our lives.
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Listen to Fr. Gabriel's talk on asceticism: https://youtu.be/j27JFYXYjO0?si=UB67ZRFqgb6xYa5S
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Many Protestants today get stuck on the issue of worship feeling foreign in Orthodoxy. In this reflection, I begin to break down the hidden presuppositions behind this sentiment and attempt to reorient them in a more positive manner.
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One of the most important questions one can ask in life: should I get married or become a monk? In this video, Fr. Gabriel offers some wisdom for how to discern one's path in life.
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Listen to Fr. Gabriel's talk on asceticism: https://youtu.be/j27JFYXYjO0?si=UB67ZRFqgb6xYa5S
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Religion is fundamentally unavoidable. Even if one adamantly opposes it, people still act in a religious manner. In this short reflection, I share an observation about two very different people groups and how they incidentally act in a very Orthodox manner.
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Fr. Gabriel offers very sound advice to new converts to the faith, including what one ought do and what one ought not do shortly after becoming Orthodox.
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Listen to Fr. Gabriel's talk on asceticism: https://youtu.be/j27JFYXYjO0?si=UB67ZRFqgb6xYa5S
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One difficulty many inquirers struggle with is the seemingly hard-lined stance Orthodoxy takes on certain issues. In this reflection, I attempt to reframe the question in accordance with the historical context. If we can see how we got here, we can begin to understand how to rectify where we're headed - and also avoid pitfalls along the way.
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Today, Fr. Gabriel, a monk from Holy Cross Monastery, joins me to discuss the topic of monasticism. What is monasticism? Why is it important? What exactly do monks do? All of this and more in today's episode.
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Listen to Fr. Gabriel's talk on asceticism: https://youtu.be/j27JFYXYjO0?si=UB67ZRFqgb6xYa5S
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