Returning to Paradise Day 11: Silence
Too much talk weakens the soul. Step 11 of *The Ladder of Divine Ascent* calls us to embrace silence, tame our speech, and listen for God’s voice.
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Returning to Paradise Day 10: Guarding Our Words
Slander poisons the soul and blinds us to our own faults. Step 10 of The Ladder of Divine Ascent calls us to guard our words and speak life, not destruction.
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Returning to Paradise Day 9: Letting Go of Wrongs
Holding onto past wrongs poisons the soul. Step 9 of The Ladder of Divine Ascent shows the path to freedom. Let go and live in Christ’s peace. #Lent
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Returning to Paradise Day 8: Freedom from Anger
Struggling with anger? Step 8 of *The Ladder of Divine Ascent* shows the path to peace. Master your temper, embrace meekness, and find freedom in Christ.
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Lent: A 40 Day Journey Through The Ladder of Divine Ascent
Lent: a 40-day journey of transformation. Turn from sin, ascend to Christ with this step-by-step reflection series on the Ladder of Divine Ascent.
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Returning to Paradise Day 7: Mourning
True mourning for sin leads to joy. Don’t wait for it to come—cultivate it. Holy sorrow purifies the soul and draws us closer to God. #Lent #Repentance #Faith
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Returning to Paradise Day 6: The Remembrance of Death
Remember death and truly live. Don’t be deceived—you don’t have unlimited time. Live for eternity now. Are you ready for your final presentation before Christ?
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Returning to Paradise Day 5: Repentance
Repentance isn’t just feeling sorry—it’s a total transformation. Turn back to God with true metanoia, and let His mercy renew you. #Lent #Repentance #Faith
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Returning to Paradise Day 4: Obedience
True freedom comes through obedience. When we submit to God’s wisdom over our own, we find peace, protection, and transformation. #Lent #Obedience #Faith
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Returning to Paradise Day 3: Exile
Greatness requires exile. Leaving comfort is hard, but it’s the path to transformation. What is God calling you to leave behind?
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Returning to Paradise Day 2: Detachment
Let go of what holds you back! Detachment frees us to take hold of God. Don’t be trapped by shiny objects—release the lesser to gain the greater. #Lent
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Returning to Paradise Day 1: Renouncing the World
Begin your Lenten journey by renouncing the world, stepping from darkness into light, and returning to God. Let go, be washed clean, and take the first step home.
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The Sunday of the Expulsion of Adam: A Call to Return to Paradise
As the sun sets on the final Sunday before Great Lent, Orthodox Christians around the
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Sunday of the Last Judgment: When Love Is the Measure of Eternity
As we edge closer to the season of Great Lent, the Orthodox Church delivers a
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Sunday of the Prodigal Son: A Call to Return Home
As we journey toward Great Lent, the Eastern Orthodox Church offers us a roadmap for
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How an Unlikely Prayer Unlocks The Transformative Power of Lent
Great Lent is coming, my friends. The season of spiritual renewal—the time to pause, reflect,
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Why God Became Man: St. Athanasius’ Message for Christmas and Beyond
What if I told you that the mystery of Christmas—the baby in the manger, God
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Christmas Eve: The Night Heaven Touches Earth
Tonight, the world waits. We wait not just for presents, not just for family gatherings,
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Stop Self-Rejecting and Start Succeeding
Have you ever stopped before you even started? Maybe you didn’t apply for a job
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The Sacrifices of the Declaration Signers: A July 4th Reflection
Have you ever wondered what became of the 56 men who dared to sign the
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Horizon, An American Saga, Part 1: Review
As a devoted fan of the Western genre, I was thrilled when I learned that
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Book Review: “Reclaiming the Atonement” by Patrick Henry Reardon
Very few topics have received as much attention in the history of theological debate as
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Discerning Righteous Anger from Sinful Wrath
What distinguishes righteous anger from sinful wrath? The New Testament accounts of Jesus Christ reveal
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A Review of the Book “Sin & Salvation” by Harry Boosalis
My Jarring Experience Anyone with even a cursory familiarity with Western theology who begins to
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The Significance of Fathers: A Sacred Journey
In the tapestry of life, fathers hold a profound significance, playing a pivotal role in
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Celebrating Pentecost Sunday – A Joyous Feast
Pentecost Sunday, also known as the Feast of the Holy Spirit, is a special day
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Review of “Fossil Future” by Alex Epstein
Verdict: Must Read In his book “Fossil Future: Why Global Human Flourishing Requires More Oil,
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Unlocking the Power of EQ in Leadership
When renowned entrepreneur and investor Warren Buffett was asked what he looks for when deciding
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Navigating Uncertainty: Proven Strategies for Coping With Change
Uncertainty is a leader’s nightmare. Navigating change in a rapidly changing environment is challenging, but these proven strategies will ensure success.
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Forget Goals. Identity is Everything!
Do you ever feel something is holding you back from achieving your goals? It could
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The Plateau of Latent Potential Will Kill Your Goals
Have you ever reached a point in pursuing a goal where you weren’t getting results and wanted to quit? You’ve reached the Plateau of Latent Potential. Learn to recognize it and get through it to achieve your dreams.
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Investing in Your Leadership Skills: 5 Reasons Why You Should
Investing in your leadership skills is one of the best things you can do. This post gives just five reasons why.
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Five Things to Do NOW For A Huge 2023!
5 things to do to set yourself up to achieve your goals in the new year.
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The Kneeling Prayers of Pentecost
On the night of Pentecost, Orthodox Christians observe an extraordinary service called the Kneeling Prayers or Kneeling Vespers.
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Pneumatology Lesson 19 – Work of the Holy Spirit Part 1
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Pneumatology Lesson 18 – Jeremiah and Ezekiel
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Pneumatology Lesson 17 – Prophetic Books Continued
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Pneumatology Lesson 16 – Prophetic Books
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Pneumatology Lesson 15 – Wisdom Literature Continued
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Pneumatology Lesson 14 – The Wisdom Literature
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