Orthodox Illustrations
Theosis, liturgical tradition, patristic theology.
Key question: โHow does this reveal the path to union with God?โ
14753 illustrations found
The Mental Health and Spirituality Perspective - Commentary
This biblical commentary highlights the intersection of Mental Health and Spirituality within the framework of progressive Christianity. It emphasizes the importance of love, justice, and inclusion as transformative forces in society, urging individuals to embody these values in their actions and attitudes.
The Technology and Human Connection Perspective - Application
The content explores the intersection of Technology and Human Connection within the framework of progressive Christianity, emphasizing the biblical principles of love, justice, and inclusion. It challenges individuals to reflect on their actions and attitudes, advocating for a faith that actively contributes to a more just and compassionate society.
God's View on Digital Addiction & Freedom - Reflection
This reflection explores the intersection of faith and the challenges of Digital Addiction in contemporary society, drawing on the wisdom of Psalm 23. It encourages believers to examine their attitudes towards technology and to embody their faith with integrity and compassion in a rapidly changing world.
Scripture and Grace - Application
The content emphasizes the importance of Grace in navigating modern life, drawing on the wisdom of Micah 6:8. It encourages individuals to reflect on their attitudes and actions towards Grace, promoting a faith that is lived out with integrity and compassion.
Biblical Wisdom for Pentecost - Reflection
This reflection highlights the significance of Pentecost in contemporary life, emphasizing the relevance of Psalm 23 as a source of wisdom. It encourages individuals to engage with their faith authentically and compassionately amidst modern challenges.
God's View on Social Media and Community - Reflection
This reflection highlights the challenges and opportunities that social media presents for progressive Christians, emphasizing the importance of love, justice, and inclusion as central themes in Scripture. It encourages individuals to examine their attitudes and actions, advocating for a faith that actively seeks to create a more just and compassionate society.
Biblical Wisdom for Pentecost - Application
The content explores the relevance of Pentecost in contemporary life, emphasizing the wisdom of Psalm 23 as a guide for navigating modern challenges. It encourages individuals to embody their faith with integrity and compassion, highlighting the importance of biblical insights in today's society.
Biblical Truth About Dismantling Tyrannical Leadership - Commentary
This biblical commentary emphasizes the importance of dismantling tyrannical leadership through a progressive Christian lens, highlighting themes of love, justice, and inclusion as essential for societal transformation. It calls for self-examination and encourages individuals to embody their faith with integrity and compassion in a rapidly changing world.
What Scripture Says About AI & Human Dignity - Application
The content explores the intersection of AI and Human Dignity through the lens of Micah 6:8, emphasizing the need for integrity and compassion in navigating modern challenges. It encourages individuals to reflect on their attitudes and actions, seeking a deeper understanding of how biblical wisdom can inform their daily lives.
Biblical Wisdom for Climate Change and Hope - Application
The content emphasizes the importance of addressing Climate Change through a progressive Christian lens, highlighting themes of love, justice, and inclusion. It encourages believers to reflect on their actions and attitudes, promoting a faith that actively seeks to transform communities and foster a more just society.
When God Hears: Hagar's Story and Our Afflictions
The story of Hagar in Genesis 16 illustrates the struggles of infertility and desperation, paralleling the modern fight for voice and recognition as seen in Malala Yousafzai's activism. Both narratives highlight God's presence in times of affliction, offering comfort, hope, and a promise for the future, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, we are seen and heard by God.
On This Day: The United Kingdom successfully tests a nuclear weapon in the Montebello... (1952)
On October 3, 1952: The United Kingdom successfully tests a nuclear weapon in the Montebello Islands, Western Australia, to become the world's third nuclear power. This historical event can serve as
On This Day: The German Democratic Republic is abolished and becomes part of the Federal... (1990)
On October 3, 1990: The German Democratic Republic is abolished and becomes part of the Federal Republic of Germany; the event is afterwards celebrated as German Unity Day. This historical event can
On This Day: World War II: German forces murder 92 civilians in Lingiades, Greece. (1943)
On October 3, 1943: World War II: German forces murder 92 civilians in Lingiades, Greece. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of h
On This Day: Svante Pรครคbo is awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. (2022)
On October 3, 2022: Svante Pรครคbo is awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of hist
On This Day: Chief Kintpuash and companions are hanged for their part in the Modoc War of... (1873)
On October 3, 1873: Chief Kintpuash and companions are hanged for their part in the Modoc War of northern California. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God w
On This Day: Second Italo-Abyssinian War: Italy invades Ethiopia. (1935)
On October 3, 1935: Second Italo-Abyssinian War: Italy invades Ethiopia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider
On This Day: The Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes is renamed to Yugoslavia by King... (1929)
On October 3, 1929: The Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes is renamed to Yugoslavia by King Alexander I. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership an
On This Day: Otto IV is crowned Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire by Pope Innocent III. (1209)
On October 4, 1209: Otto IV is crowned Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire by Pope Innocent III. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events
On This Day: Guinea declares its independence from France. (1958)
On October 2, 1958: Guinea declares its independence from France. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when pr
On This Day: The Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments are signed by U.S.... (1996)
On October 2, 1996: The Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments are signed by U.S. President Bill Clinton. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of
On This Day: By plebiscite, the citizens of the Papal States accept annexation by the Kingdom... (1870)
On October 2, 1870: By plebiscite, the citizens of the Papal States accept annexation by the Kingdom of Italy. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership
On This Day: The Treaty of Niลก is signed by the Ottoman Empire and Russia ending the... (1739)
On October 3, 1739: The Treaty of Niลก is signed by the Ottoman Empire and Russia ending the Russian-Turkish War. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of
On This Day: The United States Bill of Rights is sent to the various States for ratification. (1789)
On October 2, 1789: The United States Bill of Rights is sent to the various States for ratification. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice an