This is the 6th lesson of "This Present Moment: Practicing Orthodox Spirituality in an Age of Distraction." Dn. Michael Hyatt is teaching through Time and Despondency by Dr. Nicole Roccas. There is a practice taught by the Fathers and modeled by Jesus to help us battle the power of negative thinking. Learn about the use of counter statement and pick up the little book recommended called Talking Back: A Monastic Handbook for Combating Demons.

As sinners, how are we to look at ourselves? Dn. Michael Hyatt continues going through the book How to be a Sinner by Dr. Peter Bouteneff.

Dn. Michael Hyatt continues his series on the writings of the Apostolic Fathers, those 2nd generation Christian writers who learned at the feet of the Apostles themselves. Dn. Michael is using The Apostolic Fathers in English by Michael W. Holmes. This episode looks at the First Epistle of St. Clement. You will be amazed at how contemporary it is.

In this week’s class, Dn. Michael considers Orthodox Thinking from four different perspectives: Ancient Greek literature, the Biblical text, the writings of the fathers, and the practice of ordinary Orthodox Christians.

Now that we’ve discussed the two major expressions of the Western phronema (episode 122), Dn. Michael returns to the Orthodox phronema to compare and contrast it. If we are going to acquire it, we need to know what we’re looking for. In this episode he discusses the five main attributes of an Orthodox phronema.

The concept of “phronema” (a mindset, approach, stance, or way of thinking) is inescapable. Everyone has one. However, the phronema of the West is very different from that of the East. In this episode, Dn. Michael unpacks the two major expressions of the Western phronema: Protestantism and Roman Catholicism. While they seem very different, they are more similar than you might think.

Up until this point, we have focused on understanding the concept of an Orthodox phronema—what it is and how it is different from the Western phronema. In this episode, we explore five actions you need to take in order to acquire an Orthodox phronema. Thinking Orthodox by Dr. Jeannie Constantinou

Tradition is the foundation of Orthodox Christianity. It permeates everything we believe and do. But when Orthodox Christians talk about Tradition, they mean something different that Protestants or Roman Catholics. In this episode, we consider five questions about Tradition, including what it is and what it’s not

We’ve seen the important role Tradition plays in the shaping of our phronema. But what role does the Bible play in its development? To answer that question, we consider Holy Scriptures from three perspectives: Inspiration, Interpretation, and Instruction. We also look at how Tradition and Scripture relate to each other.

An Orthodox Phronema sits on a three-legged stool: Tradition, Scripture, and the Fathers. In this episode, we consider the role of the Fathers. Specifically, we answer several questions about them: Who are they, why are they important, and how do they relate to Scripture and Tradition.

In this study, Dn. Michael wrap up his series on Thinking Orthodox. He summarizes the book, by looking at How Jesus Christ is the epitome of an Orthodox phronema. He considers seven truths about developing an Orthodox mindset.

Domingo 9 de Febrero Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre como cada uno de nosotros puede ser buen ejemplos para mejorar el mundo. El ejemplo como seguir a Cristo. Timoteo 3:10-15 Sunday 9 of February Fr. Nicholas preached concerning how every one of us can be good examples in order in make the world a better place. The example of how to follow Christ. Timothy 3:10-15

Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre el temor de Dios. Nosotros como fieles no debemos tener temor de nada en el mundo ademas la ira de Dios. Por eso todos nuestros decisiones no debe reflejar un deseo a adquirir aprobacion de gente pero mas debe reflejar el deseo de agradar nuestro Creador. (Lucas 12:16-21) Fr. Nicholas preached about the fear of God. We as the faithful should not fear anything in this world other than the wrath of God. For this reason our decisions need to reflect not a desire to gain peoples approval but rather to please our Creator. (Luke 12:16-21)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre que poco y poco vamos a llegar al premio final, pero necesitamos a tener paciencia para esa aventura. Esperamos que por eso podemos encontrar paz. (Mateo 10:32-33, 37-38, 19:27-30) Fr. Nicholas preached about how little by little we will reach the final prize, but we must have patience for this journey. We hope that through this we will find peace. (Matthew 10:32-33, 37-38, 19:27-30)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre como debemos compartir con el mundo nuestra alegría de la satisfaccion que tenemos en Cristo. Porque Dios nos da muchos dones, incluyendo a animar a las personas. (Romanos 12:6-14) Fr. Nicholas preaches about how we should share our happiness with the world of the satisfaction we have in Christ. Because God gives us many blessings, including the ability to encourage others. (Romans 12:6-14)

Padre Nicholas predica a veces por las mentiras en nuestras cabezas, estamos haciendo cosas malas. Pero sabiendo que estamos con Dios, vamos a caminar por el camino de la luz. Mateo 8:28-91 Fr. Nicholas preached on how sometimes, because of the lies in our head, we do wrong things. However, knowing that we are with God, we will walk the path of the light. Matthew 8:28-91

Padre Nicholas predice que con nuestro espíritu, podemos embrazar las maravillas de Dios. Porque sabemos que hay varias cosas que no podemos explicar, pero sabemos que funciona. John 3:13-17 Fr. Nicholas preaches that with our spirit, we can embrace the wondrous works of God. Because we know that there are many things we cannot explain, but we know they work. John 3:13-17

Padre Nicholas predice que no debemos Preocupar sobre nada, además que si Dios abre la puerta para nosotros. Efesios 5:8-19 Fr. Nicholas preaches that we should not be worried about anything, except for if God will open the doors for us. Ephesians 5:8-19

Padre Nicholas nos pregunta que queremos más, la carne, o la comida espiritual para siempre. Lucas 14:16-24 Fr. Nicholas asks up what we want more, meat, or spiritual food for forever. Luke 14:16-24

Carta: 1Cor 15:1-11, Evangelio Mt 19:16-26 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre ir a la fuente de sabiduría en las Escrituras y enseñar el Evangelio. Sunday August 19, 2018 Letter: 1Cor 15: 1-11, Gospel: Mat 19: 16-26 Father Nicholas preached about going to the source of wisdom in the Scriptures and teaching the Gospel.

Carta: Gal 1: 11-19, Evangelio Lc 8: 41-56 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre el premio celestial. Letter: Gal 1: 11-19, Gospel: Lk 8: 41-56 Father Nicholas preached about the heavenly prize.

El Padre Nicolás predicó sobre nuestra fragilidad humana y la misericordia de Dios. Father Nicolás preached on our human frailty and God’s mercy.

El Padre Nicolás predicó sobre la lucha del cristiano para alcanzar la gloria. Father Nicholas preached on the Christian’s struggle to achieve glory.

El Padre Nicolás predicó sobre cómo Cristo conquistó el Paríso para nosotros. Father Nicholas preached on how Christ conquered Paradise for us.

Steve reflects on the limitations and dangers of the tools of his trade and how it applies to how we approach the Canons of the Church.

Fr. Evan Armatas hosted his inaugral call in taking questions on a variety of topics including works verses faith, the alledged anti-semitism of St. John Chrysostom, why do we use leavened bread in the Eucharist, and many others.

In this edition, Fr. Evan fields calls and emails about marriage, godparents, missions, and evil. Questions came in from Ireland, India, Alaska, and several states in North America.

The University of Pittsburgh OCF makes up the majority of calls with questions on icons, ethnicity, being single, and more.

A lively show tonight with questions about infertility, confession, and more, including a call from an Australian ex-Mormon living in China who is exploring Orthodoxy!

Fr. Evan takes questions about the nature of prayer, feeling a slump in your Orthodox faith, and more.

On this episode, Fr. Evan takes listener calls asking questions about spouses in heaven, purgatory, confession, and the real presence of Christ in the eucharist.

After his thoughtful reflections on the tragedy in Newtown CT, Fr. Evan took calls on the Church calendar, pets in heaven, music, marijuana, and more.

A full program today including Fr. Evan's thoughts on the beginning of the Church year, special guest Fr. Pat Reardon talking about evolution and creation, and John Maddex joining Fr. Evan to address listener questions.

After sharing some thoughts about the Feast of the Cross, Fr. Evan addresses questions about speaking in tongues, too many icons, why one would choose to be Orthodox, the "just war" theory and more.

On this episode, Fr. Evan takes questions on administrative unity, prayers to and for the dead, the day by day provision of God, and entrance into Orthodoxy by a gay man.

On this episode of Orthodoxy Live, Fr. Evan addresses questions from listeners on fasting, speaking in tongues, and more.

Fr. Evan answers some questions that came in via email and text but also has a delightful conversation with 12-year-old Ben about the reason we celebrate the Nativity of Our Lord on December 25.

Interesting questions called in as well as pre-recorded including "what is the status of our marriages in heaven?"

Fr. Evan welcomes Fr. James Bernstein to tackle the first question of the night which was about the way to explain to non-Orthodox that the Orthodox Church is the true Church. After that, the lines were jammed with callers asking about fasting, prayers for the dead, connecting with youth and singles, and more.

In this special edition of Orthodoxy Live, Fr. Evan welcomes Fr. John Chakos to talk about the huge influx of parishes into the Orthodox Church in Guatemala. Learn more at Mayan Orthodoxy and The Word From Guatemala.

Non-stop calls tonight with questions ranging from free will to groups known as the "True Orthodox" and their claims.

Fr. Philip LeMasters joins Fr. Evan to take a wide array of questions from callers and email including an intelligent question from a 13-year-old Chicago-area listener.

On this 4th anniversary program, we begin with a nice greeting from a listener and daughter who listen in England followed by a mix of calls, pre-recorded, and email questions.

Fr. Evan discussed the priesthood, today's Gospel reading, and exorcisms.

A lively program with a great variety of questions including questions on confession, spiritual maturity, chanting, and modernity. Be sure to listen for a "cameo" appearance by Fr. Barnabas Powell!

The hour flew by as Fr. Evan and Fr. Stephen address questions about the "myth of progress" as it relates to Fr. Tom Hopko's 55 maxims, systematic theology and the Orthodox faith, styles of worship in the broader Christian realm, and much more.

On this holiday weekend, Fr. Evan digs into his vast backlog of email questions.

Fr. Evan takes questions on the future of Orthodoxy in America, the Protestant objection to the adoration of Mary, prayers for the dead, science and faith, and confession

Fr. Evan asks John Maddex to join him at the beginning of the show to reminisce about the beginnings of Orthodoxy Live five years ago. He then takes calls from listeners. The first one on prayer followed by an inquirer trying to choose between Orthodoxy and Roman Catholicism.

Fr. Evan Armatas welcomes Fr. Philip LeMasters as his guest co-host. Together they take questions on the sacraments, the rapture, and more.