To an Orthodox Christian, spirituality is incredibly important. Understanding how to live the life of Christ, and making sure we have all the tools necessary to do so, is part of our calling as Christians. We’ve dedicated this portion of our blog to articles about Orthodox spiritual life.
Through the Holy Mysteries, we directly experience the divine Grace of God. In this post, we explore what those Mysteries are.
As an Eastern Orthodox Christian, do you know who your patron saint is? If you don’t have one, how do you know which patron saint to choose?
Find out what it truly means to hunger and thirst after righteousness. Discover the fulfillment that comes from seeking righteousness.
Learn about the virtue of meekness and its impact on spiritual growth. Explore the third beatitude and its promise of inheriting the earth.
Learn how blessed mourning leads to comfort and hope. Discover the true nature of mourning and its role in our spiritual growth.
Exploring the first beatitude: blessed are the poor in spirit. Learn what it means to have a spirit of humility and dependence on God.
Over the next several weeks, we will take an in-depth look at the Beatitudes through the lens of Orthodox Christianity. The Beatitudes are the series
In this post, we explain how to use your Psalter at home and how to benefit spiritually from making this a regular part of your prayer life.
Explore the nuances of fasting at work and school for Eastern Orthodox Christians. Learn how to maintain spiritual renewal during busy times.
Explore the significance of almsgiving and prayer during fasts in the Eastern Orthodox tradition for spiritual renewal.
Far too often, we make fasting into something it is not, imposing the views of secular culture onto the Church.
Learn how to prepare for a fast with spiritual and practical tips to enhance your fasting experience and deepen your faith.
Can Orthodox Christians use crystals? Discover the Church’s stance on crystals in spiritual practices and their significance.
It’s that time again. Time to make your New Year’s Resolution(s). But what sorts of resolutions can/should we make as Orthodox Christians?
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