You have survived every hard day before this one—today is another chance to rise with strength. “The Lord is my strength and my song, and He is become my salvation.” (Exodus 15:2) “Do not say, ‘This happened by chance, while this came to be of itself.’ In all that exists there is nothing disorderly, nothing […]
What “Denomination” of the Orthodox Church?
Question: You always talk about “The Church” and the Orthodox faith. What denomination of the Orthodox Church are you talking about? There are many different denominations in it. The claim that there are “different denominations” within Orthodoxy is not only inaccurate—it reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of what the Orthodox Church is. The Orthodox Church is […]
The Lord Is Our Refuge
From the beginning of time, the human heart has groaned under sorrow, trial, and uncertainty. This world, fallen through sin, offers no lasting peace, and the faithful of every generation have endured many tribulations. Yet those who have remained steadfast in the Tradition of the Church, and who cleave to the unchanging deposit of Holy […]
Only Follow Christ
Do not follow my example, for I am but a flawed and fallible human being, subject to weakness, error, and sin. My thoughts are often disordered, my heart inconsistent, and my actions sometimes unworthy of the calling I profess. I am a work in progress, in need of daily repentance and grace. If you pattern […]
Serving One Another in Love
The Christian life is not one of self-exaltation, but of service, humility, and love. At the heart of the Gospel stands the example of Christ, who said, “The Son of Man is not come to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a redemption for many” (Matthew 20:28). This self-giving love […]
Peace With All Men
A man once spent years building a bridge of cedar and iron across a deep ravine to reach the home of a friend. He carried every beam himself, carved each joint with care, and laid every nail in sweat and good intention. The bridge stood firm through storms and time. But one day, betrayed and […]
A Safeguard Against Delusion
The personal interpretation of the Holy Scriptures, when severed from the mind of the Church, has proven throughout history to be not only hazardous but spiritually calamitous. The Bible is not a private possession, nor are they a playground for subjective speculation; they constitute the sacred inheritance of the Holy Church, written by men inspired […]
Lessons We Learn in Life
Life, according to the teaching of the Orthodox Church, is not an accidental series of occurrences, but a sacred journey under the loving and watchful eye of Divine Providence. Every stage of our earthly existence—childhood, maturity, old age—is marked by a spiritual rhythm that points us towards the Kingdom. Joy and sorrow, triumph and defeat, […]
Homilies Collection Available in Large Print
You can download my homilies collection in large print at no charge. The book consists of 278 pages with a table of scripture references and a topical index. Feel free to share the e-book with others. In the future I might consider publishing a hard copy.
One Messiah
The notion of two Messiahs—one priestly and one kingly—is an erroneous innovation without basis in Scripture or authentic tradition. There is one Christ, Jesus of Nazareth, Who is fully Priest, fully Prophet, and fully King. This is clearly set forth in the prophecy of Zacharias. “Thus saith the Lord Almighty; Behold the man whose name […]