In the study of Holy Scripture opt for quality, not quantity. Choose to read one verse very carefully, over the reading of many verses and chapters. A Russian Orthodox Psalter (Book of Psalms) includes the following story about a man who lived in the fourth century. “Pambo, being an illiterate man, went to one of […]
“Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead” (2 Tim. 2:8). On Sunday I preached to my people, “Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, at three times: on Sunday morning, each morning, and when things look bleak.” Sunday morning is the Church’s weekly celebration of Easter. And each morning can be a little Easter: Rise […]
“But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced…” (2 Tim. 1:12). Conviction may be defined as “truth of which you are convinced or certain.” (“Convinced” and “conviction” are related words.) For the Christian, that truth is the Word of God. So while many today are asking with […]