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Many people believe the Second Commandment forbids icons. But the Scriptures disprove this. What does this commandment forbid, if not icons?
On January 7th in the Orthodox Church, we commemorate the glorious Prophet and Forerunner Saint John the Baptist, cousin of Jesus Christ.
In this post, we explore the consequences of the fall of mankind, highlighting the differences between original sin and ancestral sin.
Who exactly is Jesus Christ? Is He God? Is He man? Both? In this post, we turn to the Scriptures to more fully understand who Jesus Christ is.
Did God keep His promises to Israel, or did He unjustly abandon His chosen people in favor of idol-worshipping Gentiles?
In anticipation of the Nativity of Our Lord, we must spiritually prepare not only ourselves, but also our children for this glorious Feast!
The prophets, priests, and kings raised by God throughout the Old Testament not only served and led Israel, but foreshadowed Christ Himself.
In the Orthodox Church, we celebrate Thanksgiving Day a bit differently than other Americans. We celebrate it every single day of the year!
It’s hard to know which online icon shops to trust or buy from. In this post we share our top 10 list of reputable Orthodox icon shops online.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s teachings on sexuality, reminding ourselves to resist the temptation of sin society promotes.
Many people believe the Second Commandment forbids icons. But the Scriptures disprove this. What does this commandment forbid, if not icons?
On January 7th in the Orthodox Church, we commemorate the glorious Prophet and Forerunner Saint John the Baptist, cousin of Jesus Christ.
In this post, we explore the consequences of the fall of mankind, highlighting the differences between original sin and ancestral sin.
Who exactly is Jesus Christ? Is He God? Is He man? Both? In this post, we turn to the Scriptures to more fully understand who Jesus Christ is.
Did God keep His promises to Israel, or did He unjustly abandon His chosen people in favor of idol-worshipping Gentiles?
In anticipation of the Nativity of Our Lord, we must spiritually prepare not only ourselves, but also our children for this glorious Feast!
The prophets, priests, and kings raised by God throughout the Old Testament not only served and led Israel, but foreshadowed Christ Himself.
In the Orthodox Church, we celebrate Thanksgiving Day a bit differently than other Americans. We celebrate it every single day of the year!
It’s hard to know which online icon shops to trust or buy from. In this post we share our top 10 list of reputable Orthodox icon shops online.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s teachings on sexuality, reminding ourselves to resist the temptation of sin society promotes.
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