Beautiful message and so important topic. Thank you for sharing Gods glory and his love for us. May we grow in that love and be redeemed from all evil. In Christ there is only love ❤
AMEN. YOU SAID THAT YOU HAD NEVER FELT HUMILIATED BY CHRIST! Amen! In fact, it is to His icon or an icon of the Theotokos to which i turn when my heart is saddened by hardness from others.
Thank you so much for this I've been pretty harsh on the Christian fundamentalists where I am, I have to remember that we both serve the same God and were bought by the same Christ. I have no excuse to add petty insults during healthy critique in the right direction. I'll admit I've failed in Christ's eyes when I dismissed them as 'late life crisis boomers' in my heart. Thank you for being real and showing me the plank in my eye friend. I'll pray for a healthier heart indeed.
My brother in Christ, I’m a young Christian and I feel like the modern churches of the states unconsciously teach us to think this way about orthodox Christianity. At least that’s how I’m beginning to feel after finding this channel. Instead of seeking the Lord in prayer, they teach us we should not only acknowledge every evil thought, but rebuke it and go on this long spiritual battle of prayer when we should use that prayer for deeper intimacy with the Lord Jesus. It’s kinda backwards if you ask me now, so I’m opening up to the idea of orthodox Christianity. All these “non-denominational” churches are just watered down 2% gospel milk services to give motivational speeches and gain some influence in the world.
@@CoachNoahDavidafter finding active Orthodox monastery and staying there and observing how the monks are living for Christ whole day for at least 1000+ years so far ( that specific monastery is that old, their graveyard is all around the church) and are trying to preserve every spiritual tradition as pure and close to the source, my whole heart started to love them, they are almost too good to be true spiritual oasis. Their dedication and love fills me with faith, something me a sinner can't achieve alone or in other places.
@@LyubomirIko I wanna go to one of these monasteries. 😔 I don’t have any in my area and it makes me upset because I don’t feel close to Christ at modern churches, but when I listen to these priests speak about the Lord Jesus and his word, it just beings me so much understanding, peace, and joy. I’m gonna visit one of these monasteries soon.
This is very true. Thank you very much for your sincerity, Fr Seraphim. Remember me please in your prayers, for I have often condemned and judged others wrongly. May the Lord forgive those who won't forgive me for my past cruelty and unkindness towards them.
@@EuropeanPOW This verse is targeted towards the scientists and atheist and all secular people who who wish you to think your origins and fate is of this world and bounded here. Pretty self explanatory, why you struggle so much with it? It's not about the specific address and the words itself, that's superficial. We adress our biological dad ‐ father and priests after that - out of love and politeness. We all knew our true creator is not our priest, do you really doubt it? It's silly.
Father Seraphim Aldea, I’m a young Christian and I don’t want anything but the Lord Jesus. I find in most churches around me, it’s not about seeking the Lord but more about quote on quote “deliverance” and the charismatic movement and it doesn’t feel right to me. I found your videos today, and I’ve learned more in three of your videos than I’ve learned the past 3 years of going to my local church and studying the Bible mostly on my own and at this church once a week. I crave more intimacy with the Lord. Some days, I’m so tired because I feel like I’m supposed to be in direct spiritual warfare every second of the day on my own. I’ve learned from your videos that this is not the way and I just wanna say thank you for sharing with us the wisdom the Lord has given you. You have helped change my walk with Christ and seek him when sinful thoughts cross my mind instead of rebuking those thoughts and fighting them on my own. Thank you me beloved brother in Christ. And thank you Lord Jesus for entrusting this man with your wisdom ❤️🙏🏼✝️
Garden, such sad words to read, yet encouraging because you have come to a good place and you realize it.. There are other excellent Orthodox sites as well. Fr. Syridon Bailey is also in the British Isles. Glory to God!, may this sweet journey you have started on be a great blessing for you
@@greenevrgrn1249 he is the father of the ministry that our Father in heaven entrusted him with. If you can’t understand this, I’m sorry. Are you not given a father on earth as well? So what would you refer to him as when you address him? Our Father in heaven grants these titles to those he trusts with his children, thus making them fathers by default. What about the orphans these priests look after? They are the only father figures some children have. Respectfully, I encourage you to think about what you say before you speak going forward.
@@lindaphillips4646 yes it’s a bittersweet feeling but necessary in my opinion. And I’m grateful I’ve come to this revelation and blessing. I’m completely refreshed, I feel my spirit burning brighter than it did when I committed my life to Christ and was baptized 3 years ago! Not a fire to go and rebuke and condemn, but a fire to go and plant seeds of life and seeds of the Kingdom of Heaven in people’s hearts. I’ll check out Fr. Syridon Bailey as well and thank you for the encouraging and uplifting words my sister in Christ! God bless you ❤️🙏🏼✝️
@GardenofNoah ... your WRONG the Bible tells us not to do this, Catholics do this Catholics are not Christian either is ANYONE who gives themselves this TITLE
I have failed so desperately Father I have done that to someone and have made a mess i don’t know I can fix, The most important commandement I have not kept. I have not a single good good thing in my heart and time is running out
@@EuropeanPOW I guess Paul and Peter are false teachers since they call themselves fathers to their spiritual children, and Jesus contradicts himself since he also says call no man teacher/Rabbi but then calls Nicodemus teacher/Rabbi
@FirstnameLastname-py3bc ... I read and understand the Bible throughly. I study to show myself approved, a workman not ashamed, rightly dividing the word of TRUTH!!! Don't assume things you have no idea about. And stop following false teachers which the BIBLE warned US all about.
For everyone who does wicked things hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his works should be exposed. They hate him who reproves in the gate, and they abhor him who speaks the truth. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him
Who is the devil not another deity? Powers surpass humans and lives on a different plane where we can’t see or directly interact w him. Sounds just like a god.
The Devil is God`s subordinate on earth; His servant. If you think that the Devil is the opposite of God in terms of power, you`re deeply mistaken. The Devil can`t do absolutely anything without God`s prior approval. As for humiliation, I have been utterly humiliated by God on more than one occasion. There`re a lot of quotes about humiliation on God`s part in the Bible. God does humiliate people on a regular basis; He calls it - chastening.
I think I agree w the sentiment of this comment but I don’t agree with the devil (or the capitalization of that title) being God’s servant. To be a servant one must be subservient. God is ultimately THEE power in the universe but he always allows humans and angels (to my understanding) free will so we may be subservient or defiant to God. I agree the devil can do nothing without the authority of God but I still don’t think that makes him his subordinate, because a true subordinate will will the will of his master.
@@IoannisPowell The Devil and God are capitalized; it`s a rule of grammar not my personal preference. Once again, the Devil is God`s servant. He doesn`t possess any real power in this life. He can exhibit His power only in case God allows it. Even if He decides to ruin your life, He won`t be able to to do it if God doesn`t give Him the green light.
@@eagleeye182 Christians typically ensure that "devil" is lower case. God has permitted beings with free will to act mostly according to that will. That free will can also be disobedience is a feature not a bug.
WRONG TITLE BUDDY is should say don't confuse Christ and jesus, there is only one Christ consciousness but there have been dozens of jesus's who did unthinkable miracles. I will not argue with futile bible thumping, I have real experience and you got NOTHING.
Thank's Fr.Seraphim...very helpful. God Bless - from Ireland .
Fr. Seraphim's smile brings joy to my lowly heart.
Amazaing teaching father,thank u very much for this blessing
Thank you father for the deep message
You bring tears to my eyes always. Thanks for your insightful words in our Lord Jesus.
Thank you Father. These words were for me. I’ve been despondent. Thank you.
This message medicine for the soul.
God bless you father! You are such a blessing for us ! ❤
Beautiful message and so important topic. Thank you for sharing Gods glory and his love for us. May we grow in that love and be redeemed from all evil. In Christ there is only love ❤
My Father through my Lord Jesus Christ has always been gentle with me. Thank you, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
It's so hard not to judge people there sin everywhere. But that is the number one thing that i'm going to work on. Praise jesus, amen 🙏
AMEN, Amen and Amen! Aleluia! He IS Risen!
Thankyou, needed to hear this and without youtube i wouldnt of been able to hear it so thank God 🕊
Words of truth. Much needed
Amen. Amen. Amen.
Lord have mercy.
God Bless you , love to you and Amen dear brother in Christ 🙋♀️❤️☦️🌸
AMEN. YOU SAID THAT YOU HAD NEVER FELT HUMILIATED BY CHRIST!
Amen! In fact, it is to His icon or an icon of the Theotokos to which i turn when my heart is saddened by hardness from others.
Thank you so much for this
I've been pretty harsh on the Christian fundamentalists where I am, I have to remember that we both serve the same God and were bought by the same Christ. I have no excuse to add petty insults during healthy critique in the right direction.
I'll admit I've failed in Christ's eyes when I dismissed them as 'late life crisis boomers' in my heart.
Thank you for being real and showing me the plank in my eye friend. I'll pray for a healthier heart indeed.
My brother in Christ, I’m a young Christian and I feel like the modern churches of the states unconsciously teach us to think this way about orthodox Christianity. At least that’s how I’m beginning to feel after finding this channel. Instead of seeking the Lord in prayer, they teach us we should not only acknowledge every evil thought, but rebuke it and go on this long spiritual battle of prayer when we should use that prayer for deeper intimacy with the Lord Jesus. It’s kinda backwards if you ask me now, so I’m opening up to the idea of orthodox Christianity. All these “non-denominational” churches are just watered down 2% gospel milk services to give motivational speeches and gain some influence in the world.
@@CoachNoahDavidafter finding active Orthodox monastery and staying there and observing how the monks are living for Christ whole day for at least 1000+ years so far ( that specific monastery is that old, their graveyard is all around the church) and are trying to preserve every spiritual tradition as pure and close to the source, my whole heart started to love them, they are almost too good to be true spiritual oasis. Their dedication and love fills me with faith, something me a sinner can't achieve alone or in other places.
@@LyubomirIko I wanna go to one of these monasteries. 😔 I don’t have any in my area and it makes me upset because I don’t feel close to Christ at modern churches, but when I listen to these priests speak about the Lord Jesus and his word, it just beings me so much understanding, peace, and joy. I’m gonna visit one of these monasteries soon.
This is incredibly helpful much much love 💕 thank you and the spirit of God speaking through you, his vessel amen
Love God and your neighbours as yourself! ❤
Jesus is Lord.
It is so true God bless you
God is Light .. easy😊
Thank you!
This is very true. Thank you very much for your sincerity, Fr Seraphim. Remember me please in your prayers, for I have often condemned and judged others wrongly. May the Lord forgive those who won't forgive me for my past cruelty and unkindness towards them.
Amen 🙏 ❤
I needed this. Thank you, Father. 🙏🏽☦️
And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.
Matthew 23:9
@@EuropeanPOW So you don't call your dad father? 🙄
@@EuropeanPOW 1 Timothy 5:1
Rebuke not an elder, but intreat [him] as a father; [and] the younger men as brethren;
@@EuropeanPOW This verse is targeted towards the scientists and atheist and all secular people who who wish you to think your origins and fate is of this world and bounded here. Pretty self explanatory, why you struggle so much with it? It's not about the specific address and the words itself, that's superficial. We adress our biological dad ‐ father and priests after that - out of love and politeness. We all knew our true creator is not our priest, do you really doubt it? It's silly.
Don't call this fake teacher FATHER there is only one Father and he is in heaven. Matthew 23:9
Please pray for me
Agape love
Father Seraphim Aldea, I’m a young Christian and I don’t want anything but the Lord Jesus. I find in most churches around me, it’s not about seeking the Lord but more about quote on quote “deliverance” and the charismatic movement and it doesn’t feel right to me. I found your videos today, and I’ve learned more in three of your videos than I’ve learned the past 3 years of going to my local church and studying the Bible mostly on my own and at this church once a week. I crave more intimacy with the Lord. Some days, I’m so tired because I feel like I’m supposed to be in direct spiritual warfare every second of the day on my own. I’ve learned from your videos that this is not the way and I just wanna say thank you for sharing with us the wisdom the Lord has given you. You have helped change my walk with Christ and seek him when sinful thoughts cross my mind instead of rebuking those thoughts and fighting them on my own. Thank you me beloved brother in Christ. And thank you Lord Jesus for entrusting this man with your wisdom ❤️🙏🏼✝️
Don't call this fake teacher "Father" there is only 1 Father and he is in heaven.
Garden, such sad words to read, yet encouraging because you have come to a good place and you realize it..
There are other excellent Orthodox sites as well.
Fr. Syridon Bailey is also in the British Isles.
Glory to God!, may this sweet journey you have started on be a great blessing for you
@@greenevrgrn1249 he is the father of the ministry that our Father in heaven entrusted him with. If you can’t understand this, I’m sorry. Are you not given a father on earth as well? So what would you refer to him as when you address him? Our Father in heaven grants these titles to those he trusts with his children, thus making them fathers by default. What about the orphans these priests look after? They are the only father figures some children have. Respectfully, I encourage you to think about what you say before you speak going forward.
@@lindaphillips4646 yes it’s a bittersweet feeling but necessary in my opinion. And I’m grateful I’ve come to this revelation and blessing. I’m completely refreshed, I feel my spirit burning brighter than it did when I committed my life to Christ and was baptized 3 years ago! Not a fire to go and rebuke and condemn, but a fire to go and plant seeds of life and seeds of the Kingdom of Heaven in people’s hearts. I’ll check out Fr. Syridon Bailey as well and thank you for the encouraging and uplifting words my sister in Christ! God bless you ❤️🙏🏼✝️
@GardenofNoah ... your WRONG the Bible tells us not to do this, Catholics do this Catholics are not Christian either is ANYONE who gives themselves this TITLE
I really needed that.
I have failed so desperately Father I have done that to someone and have made a mess i don’t know I can fix, The most important commandement I have not kept. I have not a single good good thing in my heart and time is running out
I get carried away with the hand gestures while I’m talking passionately as well, don’t worry about it 😂
Shabbat Shalom father
And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.
Matthew 23:9
@@EuropeanPOW I guess Paul and Peter are false teachers since they call themselves fathers to their spiritual children, and Jesus contradicts himself since he also says call no man teacher/Rabbi but then calls Nicodemus teacher/Rabbi
Father, please pray for me (Marie). I am struggling with anxiety and panic attacks, which are actually two separate disorders.
This is actually only 1 disorder: lack of Holy Spirit (God) in you
Do NOT call this man Father ... Matthew 23:9
@@greenevrgrn1249 wait until you read and start understanding the rest of the Bible!
@FirstnameLastname-py3bc ... I read and understand the Bible throughly. I study to show myself approved, a workman not ashamed, rightly dividing the word of TRUTH!!! Don't assume things you have no idea about. And stop following false teachers which the BIBLE warned US all about.
@@greenevrgrn1249Okay, we heard you the first 57 times you said it.
For everyone who does wicked things hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his works should be exposed.
They hate him who reproves in the gate, and they abhor him who speaks the truth.
Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them.
Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him
I thought this was about confusing Christ with the devil
It is. The devil is the hateful one who transforms himself into an angel of light, thus impersonating Christ.
Who is the devil not another deity? Powers surpass humans and lives on a different plane where we can’t see or directly interact w him. Sounds just like a god.
The Devil is God`s subordinate on earth; His servant. If you think that the Devil is the opposite of God in terms of power, you`re deeply mistaken. The Devil can`t do absolutely anything without God`s prior approval. As for humiliation, I have been utterly humiliated by God on more than one occasion. There`re a lot of quotes about humiliation on God`s part in the Bible. God does humiliate people on a regular basis; He calls it - chastening.
I think I agree w the sentiment of this comment but I don’t agree with the devil (or the capitalization of that title) being God’s servant. To be a servant one must be subservient. God is ultimately THEE power in the universe but he always allows humans and angels (to my understanding) free will so we may be subservient or defiant to God. I agree the devil can do nothing without the authority of God but I still don’t think that makes him his subordinate, because a true subordinate will will the will of his master.
@@IoannisPowell The Devil and God are capitalized; it`s a rule of grammar not my personal preference. Once again, the Devil is God`s servant. He doesn`t possess any real power in this life. He can exhibit His power only in case God allows it. Even if He decides to ruin your life, He won`t be able to to do it if God doesn`t give Him the green light.
@@eagleeye182 Christians typically ensure that "devil" is lower case. God has permitted beings with free will to act mostly according to that will. That free will can also be disobedience is a feature not a bug.
A kingdom cannot stand divided.
@@scrutinycentralizer8891 Free will and God`s omnipotence are mutually exclusive.
God tells us to JUDGE RIGHTEOUS Judgement! *John 7:24 ... this man is a FALSE TEACHER unfollow and unsubscribe!!!!!!!!!!
WRONG TITLE BUDDY is should say don't confuse Christ and jesus, there is only one Christ consciousness but there have been dozens of jesus's who did unthinkable miracles. I will not argue with futile bible thumping, I have real experience and you got NOTHING.
You have experience of what we call prelest. I recommend reading "Orthodoxy and the Religion of the Future" by Fr. Seraphim Rose
why does Jesus curse the fig tree?