Hearing/Listening
“In our everyday speech, the words “to listen” and “to hear” are often used as synonyms. But in a spiritual sense, there is a vast difference between them—one that brings either salvation or condemnation. Listening is a process. You can stand in church, listening to the reading of the Epistle or the Gospel, and even understand the meaning of the words with your mind—yet remain deaf in your heart. External listening without inner acceptance is like looking in a mirror, walking
Mind of Christ
“St. Paul called “that mindset which was in Christ Jesus,” the phronema Christou (Phil. 2.5).”…Our phronema is our mindset, but mental...
Hand of God
“God, in His providence, is directing our lives according to His plan and purpose. Hunting for livestock or having a vehicle break down...
Beware
“...our actions affect more people than just ourselves. Beware of the temptation to rationalize your sins by saying they are too small or...