The discipline of prayer is meant to change us, but not in some mere behavioral way. No, the transformation being offered to us is cosmic in nature! Ready?
Thank you, Father Barnabas! Isn't it interesting how God is so lovingly persistent in leading and drawing us to Himself? I was part of a Penetecostal church for about 12 years. There were some wonderful aspects to it. The large choir in which I participated was a blessing to me (and hopefully others). And, we learned lots of Bible. But it WAS very "me" focused. It wasn't until I entered Orthodoxy that I began to see how God-focused Orthodoxy is. I continually marvel at God's ways! I read somewhere that anyone truly serious about following Jesus will be exposed to Orthodoxy. I marvel at that!
Thank you Father, your pentecostal background is very helpful for those of us raised along the Bible Belt. Grace and peace to you....
.....with Boldness. ⚜️🗡️♥️📯⛓️🌙🌴⛲☦️🌐⛪🔔🕯️📿📖✍🏼🕊️Saint Paul, pray for us!
One day at a time✅ ☀️🌙✨🌊☘️
Thank you, Father Barnabas! Isn't it interesting how God is so lovingly persistent in leading and drawing us to Himself? I was part of a Penetecostal church for about 12 years. There were some wonderful aspects to it. The large choir in which I participated was a blessing to me (and hopefully others). And, we learned lots of Bible. But it WAS very "me" focused. It wasn't until I entered Orthodoxy that I began to see how God-focused Orthodoxy is. I continually marvel at God's ways! I read somewhere that anyone truly serious about following Jesus will be exposed to Orthodoxy. I marvel at that!