<p>This short excerpt from Elder George's treatise explains the qualifications for attaining the true purpose of each and every human being: union with God, or Theosis. Elder George (Kapsanis), former Abbot of the St. Gregorios Monastery on Mount Athos who reposed in the Lord on Pentecost 2014, presents the Orthodox understanding of Theosis and the essen ... Show More
Jan 23
On Hospitality — Sayings of the Desert Fathers
Wisdom from the desert fathers of early Orthodox monasticism regarding welcoming others, showing hospitality, fasting, breaking one's own fast, among other matters. Note: Geronda is Greek for "Elder"📖 Text is from the Gerondikon (Sayings of the Desert Fathers)https://stanthonysm ... Show More
14m 35s
Jan 20
These Days the Devil is Roaming Free - St. Paisios the Athonite
St. Paisios arms us with the knowledge of how the devil works, how we can overcome his deceptions, and how to unite ourselves to Christ. "The devil can harm us only if," teaches St. Paisios, "we allow him to have power over us."0:00 Intro0:15 When We Sin We Give Rights to Temptat ... Show More
31m 42s
Aug 2023
Transhumanism: An Orthodox Analysis
<p><em>In this extended podcast, Fr. Peter shares an Orthodox theological and spiritual examination of the philosophical and religious outlook found in the proponents of Transhumanism. This paper was delivered at a conference held in Athens, Greece, at the War Museum on January 2 ... Show More
1h 9m
Jun 2024
Rule of Life: Part 2 (ft. Gavin Bennett) | Unforced Rhythms of Grace E12
How do we become resilient disciples of Jesus? Gavin Bennett shares a vision for how a Rule of Life can shape us and our communities into people of love. He challenges us to resist the temptations to make a Rule of Life about control, busyness, duty, or enthusiasm, and instead en ... Show More
46m 35s
Jan 2024
#129 - Aaron Abke: Jesus Christ: The Truth That Has Been Hidden for Centuries
<p>In this week's episode of The Higher Self, we welcome Aaron Abke, a paradigm-shifting spiritual teacher who delivers a fresh, new perspective on Metaphysics and Ontology through his teachings on the Law of One, A Course In Miracles and Spiritual Intelligence. Aaron aims to ... Show More
1h 12m
Jan 2024
For Those Whom the Father Has Given
God's plans are never frustrated by human affairs. Why, then, are some people saved while others are not? Today, R.C. Sproul provides insight from Jesus' High Priestly Prayer regarding the extent of Christ's atonement. Get the 'Hard Sayings' Book and Digital Teaching Series' Down ... Show More
26m 26s