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The One Thing Needful

Posted on Sep 4th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

Christ is our hope, our cleansing and santification, our resurrection, life and repose.  He alone is what we all need, and therefore, the Orthodox Church constantaly pronounces these words aloud so that we may hear... More »

Richness and Unity

Posted on Jul 30th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

Richness comes from God, not from our money. Every beauty comes from God, not from any human aspect. The unity of God the Father and Jesus Christ is a perfect unity, and this perfect unity... More »

God centered; Not self centered

Posted on Jul 26th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

If we are to become filled with a joy that the world cannot take away, we must give up everything, even our own selfish lives, so that we can be alive in our Lord, Jesus... More »

No Doubt!

Posted on Jul 24th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

Remember and have no doubt!  The God who can punish us for our sins is also capable in His limitless mercy of absolving us from our sins.  There is no heavy sin or curse that... More »

Prayer is all this and more.

Posted on Jul 19th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

"Prayer is all-powerful on account of the all-powerful God Who acts in it.  It is the sword of the Spirit ,which is the Word of God.  Prayer by its nature is communion and union of... More »

The Beauty of Greece

Posted on Jul 14th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

Guarding Your Mind and Heart.

Posted on Jul 13th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

"Be careful with your mouth, but primarily with your mind; do not let evil thoughts start talking to you.  Do not let your mouth say words that could perhaps wound your brother.  Let your mouth... More »

Sweet Jesus Walking Across the Water.

Posted on Jul 11th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

Uprooting Animosity from your Heart

Posted on Jul 11th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

"When you conceive an involuntary feeling of animosity towards someone, try to conquer this sinful feeling: force yourself to pray: 'Save, O Lord, Thy servant (name) and by their holy prayers grant peace to my... More »

Control your thoughts; instead of your thoughts controlling you.

Posted on Jul 9th, 2009 by boznamedsoo

"Those who submit to the Lord with simple heart will run the good race.  If they keep their minds on a leash, they will not draw the wickedness of the demons onto themselves." Saint John... More »