Orthodox Quote for February 21
“But not everyone oppressed with poverty is blessed, but he who has preferred the commandment of Christ to worldly riches. For many are poor in their possessions, yet most...
Orthodox Quote for February 20
“When you hear of anger and rage in God’s case, do not get the idea of anything typical of human beings; the words, you see, arise from consideration. The...
Orthodox Quote for February 19
“True gratitude leads to the complete sacrifice of oneself through total obedience to the teachings of Christ….and it leads us to true worship of the living God.” (Fr. James...
Orthodox Daily Devotional for the Week of February 19
Sunday Matthew 25:31-46 (Parable of the last judgement with the sheep and goats on the right and left) This passage is read on the second Sunday before Great Lent,...
Orthodox Quote for February 18
“Our continual mistake is that we do not concentrate upon the present day, the actual hour, of our life; we live in the past or in the future; we...
Orthodox Quote for February 17
“The Lord is my life, my breath, my strength, my light, peace and joy, my food and drink; what shall I bring to such a Benefactor, or what shall...
Orthodox Quote for February 16
“In a prayer rule, consistency is important. If the rule is not fulfilled regularly, it ceases to be a rule. It will be a sort of spiritual hobby on...
Orthodox Quote for February 15
“Only when we go through tribulation, illnesses or temptations, we ask the help of God more fervently, the Patriarch noted, saying that as soon as we get rid of...
Orthodox Quote for February 14
“The holy soul is concerned, and prays to God that his neighbors be saved; that their hearts be filled with love toward God…that the wicked turn from the path...
Orthodox Quote for February 13
“When you have a desire or petition, don’t pray that God will grant you that specifically. Instead pray, “Lord, if it is good and useful for my soul, grant…””...