Orthodox Quote for June 11
“He chastens us a little in order to keep us humble, for He knows how easily our weak human nature changes, how easily it turns towards evil. He treats...
Orthodox Quote for June 10
“In reality, self-compulsion is the very basis of prayer. Clearly, prayer without desire does not come close to a sincere and voluntary appeal to God. However, it is useful...
Orthodox Quote for June 9
“The man determined to lead a spiritual life must understand that he is sick, that his thoughts are in error, that his will is more inclined to evil than...
Daily Devotional for June 9 – 15
Sunday Luke 24 13 Now behold, two of them were traveling that same day to a village called Emmaus, which was seven miles from Jerusalem. 14 And they talked together of...
Orthodox Quote for June 12
“Anyone who can say that they have no sins is surely insensitive and blind to the reality of their lives. In the end we do ourselves no favors if...
Orthodox Quote for June 8
“…the Prayer cultivates and opens horizons within the realm of our mind, rendering our spiritual heart a temple of God, but also because it provides us with the reason...
Orthodox Quote for June 7
“The martyrs were considered by the Church as their heavenly patrons and protectors, as men and women now so close to God that they could exercise a powerful ministry...
Orthodox Quote for June 6
“Every man has to choose his own life’s path. This is so that no one can hide behind another person’s back. Think through everything well. There are only two...
Orthodox Quote for June 5
“ Preserve inspiration while surrounded by the icy waters of the world that does not pray. Preserve this loving tie with God.” (St Sophrony of Essex, Seven Pieces of...
Orthodox Quote for June 4
“Children, I beseech you to correct your hearts and thoughts, so that you may be pleasing to God. Consider that although we may reckon ourselves to be righteous and...