Orthodox Quote for December 5
“When it comes to the commandments of Christ and the tradition of the Church, far too many people are like the first two drivers: they want to see how...
Orthodox Quote for December 4
“Along with fervent faith-filled prayer, serving the poor is very important to God…serving the poor brings with it some of the most powerful promises of blessing, protection, and refreshment...
Elder Joseph the Hesychast on Grace….
“Grace is divided into three classes. Its first action is called purifying. After it purifies a person, he is given another greater gift which is called illuminating grace, that...
Orthodox Quote for December 3
“We hear it frequently remarked that it matters not what one believes if he does right…“Obey and believe in my doctrine,” says Rome. “Be free and strive to create...
Daily Devotional for December 3-9
Sunday Luke 18:18 Now a certain ruler asked Him, saying, “Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” 19 So Jesus said to him, “Why do you call Me...
Elder St. Paisios: Putting Ourselves in Perspective
“Consider things from a broad perspective. Think of the other’s past: what opportunities was he given to cultivate himself? Then consider the opportunities you were given that you did...
Orthodox Quote for December 2
“Let us not beat, slay and rob people, but soften their hardness toward Christ and Christians by means of our own fulfilment of the law of God. Let us...
Elder Haralambos
“The first lesson is to say the prayer orally and indeed, as much as we can, clearly and quickly. However, be careful. As we’re saying the prayer, Satan comes...
Orthodox Quote for December 1
“Divine Communion is medicine. Not a reward.” (Elder Epiphanios+ of the Holy Hermitage, ‘Counsels for Life’)
Elder Joseph on Bible Reading
“Always have the New Testament in your pocket, and when you find a brief opportunity, read an excerpt. Thus Christ gives you light and guides you towards His commandments....