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Teachings From the Church and Other Important Lessons

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What Makes You Happy?

We all need a little encouragement to ‘keep us going’ each day! For some it...
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Mercy is God’s Choice

Two people can hear the same words and understand something totally different. Each person will...
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You Have Value

Our society assesses value to everything and everyone. Tangible and intangible items alike all have...
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Wise Innocence

I am embarrassed to admit that I have, on more than one occasion, chased birds....
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The Forces of Evil

I can’t tell you how often I hear people admit they do not believe in...
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Everyone’s Savior

Are you saved? Orthodox Christians have been struggling over this question for years. We struggle...
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Look in the Mirror

Just take a glance around the room when you are in a public place. Ask...
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Yoked to Christ

I’m a city boy through and through. Although I grew up regularly camping and enjoying...
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Sacrifice as Response

When we hear the word sacrifice, most think of involuntary death. Thanks to Hollywood we...
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No Guarantees

Our consumer society has a way of convincing us to purchase products we don’t even...
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Works Seal Your Faith

So many non-Orthodox accuse the Church of depending upon works to get into heaven. Our...
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Helping Hands

One of the greatest gifts a Christian receives is the opportunity to help another person....