Orthodox Illustrations
Theosis, liturgical tradition, patristic theology.
Key question: “How does this reveal the path to union with God?”
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Spiritual Insight: Social Media and Community
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Social Media and Community in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Acts 10:34-35. 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 Social Media and Community. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of ju...
Evening Prayer: 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 Matthew 25:31-46. 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 conside...
Quiet Time: Trinity
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Trinity 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 Trinity. 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 Trini...
The Presence in the Valley - Pentecostal (Psalm 23)
A woman diagnosed with cancer said the hardest part wasn't the treatment—it was the fear at 3 AM when she couldn't sleep. One night, overwhelmed, she started whispering Psalm 23. "Even though I walk t
The Altar Call as Living Sacrifice - Pentecostal (Romans 12:1-2)
In Pentecostal tradition, the altar call isn't just for salvation—it's for consecration. People come forward to "lay it all down," to offer themselves fresh. Romans 12:1-2 is enacted physically: walki
The More Excellent Way - Pentecostal (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)
1 Corinthians 13 is sandwiched between chapters about spiritual gifts. Paul's point: gifts without love are nothing. A church known for prophecy and healing lost its pastor to moral failure. What rema
The Closed Door That Was God's Protection - Pentecostal (Proverbs 3:5-6)
A businessman prayed desperately for a deal to go through. Every door closed. He was devastated—it made no sense. Months later, the company he would have partnered with collapsed in scandal. Had the d
Evening Prayer: Sloth - Prayer
This devotional encourages reflection on the concept of Sloth and how it manifests in one's life. It emphasizes the importance of responding to this challenge with God's wisdom and grace, aiming to transform oneself and serve others in the process.
Evening Prayer: Sloth - Biblical Insight
This devotional encourages reflection on the concept of Sloth in one's life, urging individuals to seek God's guidance in overcoming it. It emphasizes the importance of personal transformation not only for individual growth but also for serving and impacting the world around us.
Daily Hatred - Biblical Insight
This devotional encourages reflection on the presence of hatred in one's life and invites the reader to respond with love and grace, as exemplified by God. It emphasizes the transformative power of engaging with negativity in a way that honors God and serves others, highlighting the importance of personal growth in the context of community.
Prayerful Sin - Story
The devotional encourages reflection on personal sin while seeking God's wisdom and grace. It emphasizes the importance of being a light in the darkness and engaging with sin in a way that honors God and serves others, highlighting the transformative power of a devotional life.
Prayerful Wisdom - Prayer
This devotional emphasizes the importance of seeking God's wisdom as reflected in Psalm 23, encouraging believers to engage with wisdom in a way that honors God and serves others. It highlights the transformative power of a devotional life, not just for personal growth but also for impacting the world around us.
Contemplating Family - Prayer
This devotional emphasizes the importance of engaging with family through the lens of God's love and grace. It encourages individuals to reflect on their role in bringing hope and healing to their families while being transformed to positively impact the world around them.
Daily A Better Political Imagination - Prayer
This devotional emphasizes the importance of engaging with political matters through a lens of love and justice, inspired by biblical teachings. It encourages individuals to reflect on their role in promoting hope and healing in the world, aligning their actions with the character of God to foster transformation in society.
Contemplating Family - Biblical Insight
This devotional encourages reflection on the importance of family through a biblical lens, particularly emphasizing the wisdom found in James 1:27. It calls for individuals to engage with their families in a way that honors God and serves others, highlighting the transformative power of faith in personal and communal relationships.
Theology of Crisis & Hope - Commentary
This reflection explores the intersection of Crisis & Hope within Christian theology, emphasizing the importance of Romans 12:2 in shaping our responses to contemporary issues. It encourages believers to consider how their faith informs their understanding of human dignity and divine sovereignty while engaging with their communities.
Faith and Digital Discipleship - Teaching Material
This reflection explores the relationship between Digital Discipleship and Christian theology, emphasizing the need for thoughtful engagement with contemporary issues. It encourages believers to consider how their faith informs their actions and interactions in a digital age, particularly in relation to human dignity and divine sovereignty.
Understanding Epiphany Theologically - Teaching Material
This reflection explores the intersection of Epiphany and Christian theology, emphasizing the relevance of Ephesians 2:8-9 in addressing contemporary issues. It challenges believers to consider how their faith informs their understanding of human dignity and divine sovereignty, urging practical engagement with their communities.
Theology of Crisis & Hope - Church Context
This reflection explores the intersection of Crisis & Hope within Christian theology, emphasizing the importance of Romans 12:2 in addressing contemporary issues. It challenges believers to consider how their faith informs their response to crises and their engagement with the community.
Faith and Science and Faith - Teaching Material
This reflection explores the intersection of Science and Faith through a progressive theological lens, emphasizing the importance of Galatians 3:28 in addressing contemporary issues. It encourages believers to consider how their faith informs their engagement with the world, advocating for justice and peace as essential responses to the challenges posed by modernity.
Reflecting on Diversity & Inclusion - Church Context
This reflection emphasizes the importance of Diversity and Inclusion within Christian theology, using Psalm 23 as a framework for understanding human dignity and divine sovereignty. It encourages believers to consider how their faith informs their responses to contemporary social issues, fostering a deeper engagement with their communities.
Understanding Heaven Theologically - Church Context
This reflection emphasizes the importance of understanding Heaven within the context of Christian theology and its practical implications for church life. It encourages believers to consider how their faith influences their interactions with pressing societal issues, ultimately shaping their communities and personal lives.
The Sloth Question - Teaching Material
This reflection explores the theological implications of Sloth within the context of Christian faith, particularly through the lens of Micah 6:8. It challenges believers to consider how their faith informs their actions and responses to Sloth in their communities, emphasizing the practical and transformative nature of these reflections.
The Diversity & Inclusion Question - Church Context
This reflection emphasizes the importance of Diversity and Inclusion within the framework of Christian theology, particularly through the lens of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. It challenges believers to consider how their faith informs their responses to contemporary social issues, highlighting the need for compassion and guidance in fostering inclusive communities.