Tag Archives: Orthodox Church
Peace of heart
Peace of heart lies in perfect acceptance of God’s will. Only one thing is needed. True simplicity, the calmness that results from complete submission to whatever God wills, patience and forbearance toward the faults of others, frankness in confessing your … Continue reading
Keep Silent for the time is evil
Amos 5:13 Therefore at such a time the prudent person keeps silent, for it is an evil time. The “time” may be either the time of the unyielding of the wicked, or that of the common punishment. For … Continue reading
It’s always something
The wedding guests were in place. The grandparents were properly seated in the second row. The mother of the bride had just been escorted to the first row, across the aisle from the groom’s mother and dad. The air was … Continue reading
St. John Maximovitch: God’s grace always assists those who struggle, but this does not mean that a struggler is always . . .
God’s grace always assists those who struggle, but this does not mean that a struggler is always in the position of a victor. Sometimes in the arena the wild animals did not touch the righteous ones, but by no means … Continue reading
Repent now or never
Saint Arsenie Boca was a renowned confessor and a spiritual guide. He was extremely bothered and concerned about the many people he confessed who refused to change their life, choosing to continue satisfying their desires. St. Arsenie was fully aware … Continue reading
Semto Mechal 