Orthodox Illustrations
Theosis, liturgical tradition, patristic theology.
Key question: “How does this reveal the path to union with God?”
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Devotional: Sacrament
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Sacrament in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Revelation 3:20. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Sacrament. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with S...
Contemplating Sloth
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Sloth in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Proverbs 31:8-9. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Sloth. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Sloth in ...
Daily Spirituality
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Spirituality in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Matthew 6:25-34. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Spirituality. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage ...
Daily Evangelism
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Evangelism in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 12:2. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Evangelism. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Eva...
Spiritual Insight: Justice
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Justice in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Psalm 46:1. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Justice. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Justice in...
Daily Economic Inequality & Generosity
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Economic Inequality & Generosity in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Proverbs 31:8-9. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Economic Inequality & Generosity. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider...
Daily Hatred
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Hatred in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Romans 8:28. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Hatred. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Hatred in a...
Daily A Better Political Imagination
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on A Better Political Imagination in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Matthew 22:37-39. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter A Better Political Imagination. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your ki...
Prayerful Sin
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Sin in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Philippians 4:13. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Sin. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Sin in a way...
Prayerful The Peculiar Politics of Christ
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on The Peculiar Politics of Christ in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Luke 12:33. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter The Peculiar Politics of Christ. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdo...
Contemplating We are Imago Dei
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on We are Imago Dei in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Mark 10:42-45. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter We are Imago Dei. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of justice and peace. In...
Prayerful Work
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Work in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Hebrews 11:1. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Work. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Work in a way ...
Contemplating Climate Change and Hope
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Climate Change and Hope in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in John 13:12-17. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Climate Change and Hope. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of justice ...
Daily Clobbering the Clobber Texts
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Clobbering the Clobber Texts in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Acts 2:44-45. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Clobbering the Clobber Texts. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of...
A Contemporary A Better Political Imagination Story
In our modern world, A Better Political Imagination presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding A Better Political Imagination. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and resp...
Real-World We Have What We Need to Practice Love
In our modern world, We Have What We Need to Practice Love presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding We Have What We Need to Practice Love. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understa...
Lessons from Women and Church Leadership
In our modern world, the question of women in church leadership continues to challenge traditional structures. Consider the story of Sarah, a young woman who felt called to ministry but was told by her denomination that women couldn't be pastors. Instead of giving up, she started a small house church in her community, focusing on social justice and inclusive worship. Within two years, her congregation had grown to include people from various backgrounds who felt unwelcome in traditional churches...
Real-World Leading Toward Peace
In our modern world, Leading Toward Peace presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Ephesians 2:14 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Leading Toward Peace. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the comple...
A Contemporary Leading Toward Peace Story
In our modern world, Leading Toward Peace presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how 1 Peter 5:3 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Leading Toward Peace. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the complexit...
Finding Science and Faith in Everyday Moments
In our modern world, Science and Faith presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Deuteronomy 10:19 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Science and Faith. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the complexit...
Finding God in Mental Health & Spirituality
Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd, many suffer in silence, afraid to speak up about their anxiety, depression, or trauma. Consider Marcus, a worship leader who shared his battle with depression from the pulpit. His vulnerability opened doors for others to seek help and support. The church became a place of healing, not just spiritual, but emotional and psychological as well. This modern ...
The Nonviolent Resistance Challenge
In our modern world, Nonviolent Resistance presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Acts 2:44-45 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Nonviolent Resistance. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the comple...
When Climate Change and Hope Meets Real Life
In our modern world, Climate Change and Hope presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Isaiah 1:17 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Climate Change and Hope. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the com...
A Modern Story of Nonviolent Resistance
In our modern world, Nonviolent Resistance presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how 1 John 4:19 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Nonviolent Resistance. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the complex...