As we approach Great Lent, here is an important clarification: An exact keeping of the fast, attending all the extra services, and reading all the Biblical readings each day will not, in and of themselves, justify us before God. These things are all there for our good but not for our justification. If we are […]
Today’s Epistle reading is from James 3:1-10. The photo, which was taken on a backpack on the Continental Divide Trail, reminded me of this passage. After informing us that the tongue is a fire, St. James continues with these words: “The tongue is an unrighteous world among our members, staining the whole body, setting on […]
CHRIST IS BORN!! GLORIFY HIM! “Never judge anyone, for any reason. Never do anyone harm. Discipline yourself, purging both material and spiritual evil. Nurture a modest and gentle spirit. Do these things, noticing your own faults rather than those of others, and the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ will be with you lavishly.” ~~An Egyptian […]
This story came to me from two different priests. After reading it, I found that it was definitely one to pass on to you. The Saints are truly wonderous in the Lord! Love in Christ… Fr. Stephen “One day in Athens, Saint Porphryios was with a nun and needed to take a taxi. The taxi […]
December 6th is an important day in my home each year. The “why?” is best answered by sharing this true story with you. If you are a fan of the Paul Harvey radio programs, you will be familiar with one of his shows called “The Rest of the Story”. This story could easily be one of those stories. I would […]
Have you ever asked God: “Why am I here on this earth? What is it You want me to do with my life Lord?” Those are great questions to ponder. There can be various answers given to each individual, but there is one answer that is common to all of us. “For we are His […]
“If we make every effort to avoid death of the body, still more should it be our endeavor to avoid death of the soul. There is no obstacle for a man who wants to be saved other than negligence and laziness of soul.” ~Saint Anthony the Great In this world we live in, there is […]