Author Archives: Semto Mechal
Their God is my God
There is nothing new in being told that we are dust and shall return to dust. We hear it every year. Ezekiel pondered that when he saw a valley of dry bones. The answer came when God breathed, and the … Continue reading
Joy in the Fellowship of God
Brief interpretation of Psalm 63 Psalm 63New King James Version (NKJV) Joy in the Fellowship of God A Psalm of David when he was in the wilderness of Judah. 63 O God, You are my God; Early will I seek You; My soul … Continue reading
Proof of righteousness is in a peaceful Spirit
Proof of our righteousness in God is a peaceful spirit, which the Holy Spirit generates in the righteous soul. If you do not have this peace, which means that you have no righteousness. You are governed by fleeting impressions, and … Continue reading
EXHORTATIONS TO PRAYER, HUMILITY
And pray without ceasing in behalf of other men. For there is in them hope of repentance that they may attain to God, that they be instructed by your works, if in no other way. Be ye meek in response … Continue reading
Flight from reality
If truth is solely simply the product of the human brain, then subjectivity is the only reality. Each person’s life is isolated. We have even abandoned the slightest chance of what traditionally is known as friendship and communion. The only … Continue reading
Why technology is hurting our communication skills
It is not that we are bad but when we substitute face book for face time, we don’t see the expression on people’s faces. We don’t feel the handshake. We lose that human contact and it becomes separated by our … Continue reading
Why We Should Blame Ourselves
Saint Dorotheos gives us a most difficult teaching. He says, “The root cause of every disturbance, if we examine it carefully, is from not blaming ourselves…. Whatever happens to us, whether it be damage, or dishonor or any other affliction, … Continue reading
Why is my life miserable? Why do I live a mediocre life?
It is fitting that I ask this fundamental question, for I will discover the true meaning of life in its answer. The simple answer is I don’t have wisdom. In 2 Chronicles 1:7 God appeared to Solomon, and said to … Continue reading
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