Orthodox Illustrations
Theosis, liturgical tradition, patristic theology.
Key question: “How does this reveal the path to union with God?”
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A Story of Redemption - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The example of Mark shows that redemption is not about self-effort but about grace. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this pri...
The Power of Faith - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The story of Peter illustrates how faith transforms lives through faith.
A Story of Faithfulness - Story
A story related to this content Like a lamp lighting the path, faithfulness requires persevere to see {result}.
The Fire That Couldn't Stop Worship - Pentecostal (Romans 8:28)
In 2019, a church in Louisiana was burned down by an arsonist. The congregation gathered in the ashes the next Sunday—and worshipped anyway. Within months, their story had spread; donations poured in....
The Azusa Street Love - Pentecostal (John 3:16)
When the Azusa Street Revival erupted in 1906 Los Angeles, reporters came to mock. What they found shocked them: Black and white worshippers together, men and women leading side by side, rich and poor...
Lessons from Ascension Day
In our modern world, Ascension Day presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate...
A Contemporary Politics Story
In our modern world, Politics presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate thes...
Modern Examples of Mercy
In our modern world, Mercy presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these w...
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 an...
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,...
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 ...
When Nonviolent Resistance Meets Real Life
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,...
Finding Social Media and Community in Everyday Moments
In our modern world, Social Media and Community presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their ...
A Modern Story of 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 an...
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 th...
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 tim...
When Music Meets Real Life
In our modern world, Music presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these w...
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 he...
Lessons from Friends
In our modern world, Friends presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these...
Modern Examples of Righteousness
In our modern world, Righteousness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate...
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 struggle...
A Modern Story of Grief
In our modern world, Grief presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these w...
Lessons from 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 an...
A Modern Story of Envy
In our modern world, Envy presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these wa...