Thank you Pastor. I find it very encouraging to hear of those who have gone before. The noble army of martyrs. May we all remain faithful even unto death.
I have always found myself saddened by accounts of martyrdom. As a young mother, it is easy for me to imagine myself in Perpetua's position, and I shed a few tears hearing her story. To have to leave my nursling baby (and my husband...he'd be more fine, though), would be so difficult. I'm sure she felt that difficulty, too. And it is amazing to see her faith to the end. I find myself praying I would never have to face such persecution, but, if I were to, that I would have the strengthening of faith needed to stand firm.
In Greece, among the eastern orthodox circles, these stories are very popular. For me, an ''evangelical'' (once upon a time) it was something odd and strange and I thought that these ''lives of the saints'' (βίοι αγίων) are not for us, but a peculiar eastern orthodox custom, among other. Now, as a lutheran, I gladly find myself inside a whole reformational world which loves these stories, read them, discuss them, narrate them. It is a kind of me reconnecting with a great and rich tradition of my culture with which I was totally disjoining because of bad ''evangelical'' attitude and mentality towards this tradition. I 'm so happy for this now.
Thank you for these, Pastor. These examples of steadfast faith in the face of persecution unto death are a great source of encouragement against the temptation to downplay our faith in public to spare ourselves, not even from death or persecution, but merely from the mildly discomforting disapproval of society. Since you invited suggestions, I would love to hear about Justin Martyr and Cyprian of Carthage if they are not already on your list. Also, though much later in history, I would like to learn more about the Lutheran martyrs Johann Esch and Heinrich Voes. Thanks again, and God bless.
Hi Pastor, I confess, I often find distress in some of these "comforting" tales. I get that Perpetua, remained faithful in the face of certain agonizing death, but that doesn't always deliver comfort. I'm often hit with competing extremes ultimately praying for God's mercy.
Great job, Pastor. Please include some art interspersed with your narrative, like Schultz's awesome and confessionally Lutheran "Good News" magazine does. There is so much beautiful art out there that would improve your messages impact. Also, please add martyrs of different eras, up to and including modern ones. Cheers!
Christian love feast (9:40) is what Catholics call The Eucharist. Its written in almost every document the Church Father's wrote. Almost every Martyr that is mentioned in this series (which I'm enjoying) is Catholic... Just sayin'
If only the Pope was Catholic then we could have the Eucharist together!... It doesn't mention an overseer being there so I don't think the love feast mentioned is the True Body and Blood of Christ commonly known as the Eucharist
Bring back martyr Monday!!
Thank you! Very encouraging. God's peace be with you
Thank you Pastor. I find it very encouraging to hear of those who have gone before. The noble army of martyrs. May we all remain faithful even unto death.
We are looking forward to singing in the choir with Perpetua...come Lord Jesus.
I have always found myself saddened by accounts of martyrdom. As a young mother, it is easy for me to imagine myself in Perpetua's position, and I shed a few tears hearing her story. To have to leave my nursling baby (and my husband...he'd be more fine, though), would be so difficult. I'm sure she felt that difficulty, too. And it is amazing to see her faith to the end. I find myself praying I would never have to face such persecution, but, if I were to, that I would have the strengthening of faith needed to stand firm.
All the videos have been great, but I really enjoy and look forward to the Martyr Monday videos. Thank you, Pastor.
What a great and sobering story, thank you Pastor
This is a wonderful video. Thank you so very much for putting this together!
In Greece, among the eastern orthodox circles, these stories are very popular. For me, an ''evangelical'' (once upon a time) it was something odd and strange and I thought that these ''lives of the saints'' (βίοι αγίων) are not for us, but a peculiar eastern orthodox custom, among other. Now, as a lutheran, I gladly find myself inside a whole reformational world which loves these stories, read them, discuss them, narrate them. It is a kind of me reconnecting with a great and rich tradition of my culture with which I was totally disjoining because of bad ''evangelical'' attitude and mentality towards this tradition. I 'm so happy for this now.
Thank you for these, Pastor. These examples of steadfast faith in the face of persecution unto death are a great source of encouragement against the temptation to downplay our faith in public to spare ourselves, not even from death or persecution, but merely from the mildly discomforting disapproval of society. Since you invited suggestions, I would love to hear about Justin Martyr and Cyprian of Carthage if they are not already on your list. Also, though much later in history, I would like to learn more about the Lutheran martyrs Johann Esch and Heinrich Voes. Thanks again, and God bless.
Thank you
Thank you, pastor.
These are great, thanks Pastor.
Death before dishonour, Amen!
Hi Pastor,
I confess, I often find distress in some of these "comforting" tales. I get that Perpetua, remained faithful in the face of certain agonizing death, but that doesn't always deliver comfort. I'm often hit with competing extremes ultimately praying for God's mercy.
A suggestion for #Martyr Monday :The Bartholomew Massacre at Paris. August 22nd 1572.
Thank you once again for all the help here in Barbados.
Great job, Pastor.
Please include some art interspersed with your narrative, like Schultz's awesome and confessionally Lutheran "Good News" magazine does. There is so much beautiful art out there that would improve your messages impact.
Also, please add martyrs of different eras, up to and including modern ones.
Cheers!
Agape, Chionia and Irene of Thessalonica. April 3, 303 please
Christian love feast (9:40) is what Catholics call The Eucharist. Its written in almost every document the Church Father's wrote. Almost every Martyr that is mentioned in this series (which I'm enjoying) is Catholic... Just sayin'
If only the Pope was Catholic then we could have the Eucharist together!... It doesn't mention an overseer being there so I don't think the love feast mentioned is the True Body and Blood of Christ commonly known as the Eucharist