Many people view theology as a dry, academic pursuit. In the Orthodox tradition, however, we understand theology as talking to God, not merely talking about Him. In this episode, we look at the three saints in the church’s history who bear the title “Theologian.” Their examples show us what true theology is and how to make it part of our Christian experience.

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.

As we have learned, “the theologian is one who prays.” While that is certainly important, it’s not the only characteristic of true theologians. There’s more to it than that—much more. In this episode, Dn. Michael considers ten characteristics of true theologians. Surprisingly, they’re relevant to all Orthodox Christians not just theologians.

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 26 de Enero Pd. Nicolas predicó sobre como nuestro imagen de Dios que tenemos es manchado entonces la vida de rectitud es difícil. Por eso necesitamos tener mucha paciencia. Lucas 19:1-10

Domingo 30 de Marzo Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre la liberación de pecado en la vida de Cristo. Reflejó sobre el consejo de San Juan de la escalera y la carta San Pablo a los Hebreos. Hebreos 6:13-20 Sunday 30 of March Fr. Nicholas preached about the liberatioin from sin in the life of Christ. He reflected on the consel of St. John of the Ladder and the letter of St. Paul to the Hebrews. Hebreos 6:13-20

Domingo 18 de Mayo Pd. Nicolás reflejó sobre la tentacion de los ídolos del mundo; fama, dinero, relaciones, ect. Escoja tu dios y ojalá será el Señor, el Creador de todo. Juan 4:5-42 Sunday May 18 Fr. Nicholas reflected on the temptation of the idols of the world; fame, money, relationships, etc. Choose your god and may it be the Lord and Creator of all. John 4:5-42

Pd. Nicolás predicó sobre como la Fiesta de la Navidad no termina en un día pero vamos a seguir la celebración y cada día de nuestro vida gocemos las bendiciones que tenemos. (Gálatas 1:11-19) Fr. Nicholas preached about how the feast of Christmas does not end in just one day but let us continue the celebration and everyday of our lives let us celebrate the blessings that we have. (Galatians 1:11-19

Padre Nicolás predico sobre la consolación que recibimos en el Espíritu de Dios. Evita los engaños que da el mundo. (Hechos 2:1-11) Fr. Nicholas preached about the consolation we receive in the Spirit of God. Avoid the deception of the world that gives only temporal rewards. (Acts 2:1-11)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre el amor de Dios y como en su amor todos es bueno. Sabiendo esto podemos sobrevenir las cosas mas difíciles para ser ejemplos de esperanza en el mundo. (Romanos 5:1-10) Fr. Nicholas preached on the love of God and how in His love all things are good. Knowing this we can overcome the most difficult things in order to be examples of hope in the world. (Romans 5:1-10)

Padre Nicolás expresó el valor de ser buenos labradores del Señor y cultivar un mundo mejor lleno del amor de Dios. (Mateo 21:33-42) Fr. Nicholas expressed the value of being good workers for the Lord and cultivate a better world full of the love of God. (Matt. 21:33-42)

Padre Nicolás predicó que en Cristo estamos unidos. Que este unidad depende en nuestras relaciones con Dios. Padre dio 3 reglas para seguir para asegura nuestras relaciones con Cristo. (Efesios 2:14-22) Fr. Nicholas preached that in Christ we are unified. This union depends on our relationship with God. Father gave 3 rules to follow in order to assure our relationship with Christ. (Ephesians 2:14-22)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre el amor que Dios tiene para la gente perdida y como el Señor nunca va a abandonarnos. (Lucas 19:1-10) Fr. Nicholas preached about the love that God has for the people who are lost and how He never abandons us. (Luke 19:1-10)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre la maldad en el mundo que puede tentarnos. Padre compartió la sabiduría de San Juan de la Escalera quien explicó las tres maneras que nos hagan a caer en la oscuridad. (Marcos 9:17-31) Fr. Nicholas preached about the evil in the world that can tempt us. Father shared the wisdom of St. John of the Ladder who explained the three ways we can fall into the darkness. (Mark 9:17-31)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre la importancia de la paciencia. Nuestros metas toca tiempo y vamos a tener exito con Cristo cuando perseveramos. (Juan 5:1-15) Fr. Nicholas preached about the importance of patience. Our goals take time and we have success with Christ when we persevere. (John 5:1-15)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre que necesitamos recuerdos para hacer cosas buenas en el mundo. Necesitamos a recordar el camino correcto a Dios. (Hechos 20:16-18, 28-36) Fr. Nicholas preached about how we need memories of the good things in the world. We need to remember the right path to God (Acts 20:16-18, 28-36)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre que debemos ser salvadores. Debemos evitar los conflictos, y ayudar a las personas que necesitan ayuda. (Tito 3:8-15) Fr. Nicholas preaches about how we should be saviors. We should avoid the conflicts, and help the people who need help. (Titus 3:8-15)

Padre Nicolás predicó sobre que sabemos algo grande viene porque estamos preparando. (Lucas 5:1-11) Fr. Nicholas preached about we know that something is coming because we are preparing ourselves. (Luke 5:1-11)

Padre Nicholas predica que si estamos doblado, estamos confundida, y casi dividido. Ocupamos a ser como un papel plano, para ver claramente. Mateo 6:22-33Image result for Matthew 6:22-33 Fr. Nicholas preached on how if we are folded, we are confused, and divided. We have to be flattened out, to see clearly. Matthew 6:22-33

Padre Nicholas predice que aveces pensamos que estamos en control. Pero Dios está en control. Lucas 13:10-17 Fr. Nicholas preaches that sometimes we think we are in control. But God is in control. Luke 13:10-17

El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre estar enfocados en la voluntad de Dios, envitando el mal entre nosotros (no ser como lobos), siendo ovejas del rebaño de Cristo, así como el apóstol Pablo nos lo recomienda, por lo que tendremos que esforzarnos en superar las dificultades y alcanzaremos la recompensa prometida por Dios. Father Nicholas preached about being focused on the will of God, avoiding the evil among us (not being like wolves), but being sheep of the flock of Christ, just as the apostle Paul recommends it. So we will have to strive to overcome the difficulties and we will achieve the reward promised by God.

Carta: 2Cor 6:16- 7:1, Evangelio Lc 7: 11-16 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre cómo el amor de Dios es gratuito. Letter: 2Cor 6:16- 7:1, Gospel: Lk 7: 11-16 Father Nicholas preached on how God’s love is free.

Carta: Tit 3: 8-15, Evangelio Lc 8:5-15 El Padre Nicholas predicó sobre las consecuencias de obrar correctamente y en fe . Letter: Tit 3: 8-15, Gospel: Lk 8: 5-15 Father Nicholas preached about the consequences of working correctly and in faith.

Carta: Gál 3: 23-4:5, Evangelio Lc 18: 18- 27 El Diácono Alejandro predico sobre la conversión. Letter: Gal 3: 23-4:5, Gospel: Lk 18: 18-27 Deacon Alejandro preached about conversion.

El Padre Nicolás predicó sobre cómo Dios busca nuestra salvación y cómo debemos esforzarnos para alcanzarla. Father Nicholas preached on how God seeks our salvation and how we should strive to achieve it.

Today's episode is taken from Molly's piece as a guest blog on The Orthodox Mama. With her eyes on the saints and years of raising her four children, Molly offers three big lessons she's learned about motherhood.

I had to put one of my dogs to sleep. He was young, healthy but had been abused. He started biting visitors to our home. I was confronted with the question, "What does love demand?" When our pets die, or we have to kill them, what do we tell our kids? What do we do for closure? Do our pets go to heaven?

They say "Clothes make the man"... Steve gives up his Hawaiian shirt and learns a hard lesson.

In this podcast Steve references an article he wrote for AGAIN Magazine on the Orthodox Church and same sex attraction. In it he shares the results of several interviews with Orthodox men and women who shared their backgrounds and experiences as homosexuals before and after becoming Orthodox Christians.

In Part Two Steve answers email from listeners in a Question/Answer format.

You'd think by now that people would figure out that what is hip, cool and relevant today will elicit LOL's on YouTube 30 years from now. What does this mean for Orthodox Christians, cultural relevance and evangelism?

In response to Rob Bell's controversial book Love Wins, Steve ventures into the world of video and gives a short summary of the difference between the mainstream Protestant view of salvation and an Orthodox view. Listen to the short audio introduction below, then watch the video.

Steve discusses working in an office environment, the disease of being awesome, black robes, fake humility, the illusions of self-employment, and the importance of donuts.

Steve begins a series on "the domestic church" and reflects on the liturgy of life, love, and family living with four generations in his house.

Steve discusses both his desire to be a monk and marriage and family as the "domestic monastery."

Steve discusses the realities of becoming Orthodox, being Orthodox, and staying Orthodox.

On this special OCF edition of Orthodoxy Live, Fr. Evan takes calls from college students ranging from why we cross ourselves the way we do to why so much money is spent on altar decor that could be spent on the poor.

John Maddex joins Fr. Evan in this pre-recorded Pascha edition of Orthodoxy Live. Fr. Evan give some reflections on the resurrection and then addresses some of the backlog of questions that have come in.

In this special episode of Orthodoxy Live, Fr. Evan welcomes John Maddex into the studio and they give an overview of the Lenten Triodion and Great Lent itself. This is a perfect primer for the newly Orthodox or the inquirer. Learn about the history and current significance of Great Lent and how to best prepare for it.

Fr. Evan chats with four different listeners on a variety of topics. Especially interesting is his conversation with Ed from the UK on science and Christianity.

What is Personhood? Should we read the Philokalia? What about using force to protect our families? These questions and more were on the minds of Fr. Evan's listeners tonight.

As the Paschal season winds down, Fr. Evan takes calls and email questions on a variety of topics including "How do we deal with the struggles of life and embrace them instead of dismissing them?"

A fast-moving show beginning with guest Fr. Lawrence Farley addressing questions about Bible prophecy. Then calls from listeners ranging from the biblical character Potiphar to apostolic succession.

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

Fr. Evan catches up on email questions plus a call about the closing phrase of the Lord's Prayer.

A nice variety of topics tonight including the intercessions of the Theotokos, dialog with the Roman Catholics, and how we react to various styles and approaches in Orthodox parishes.

Among the questions raised for Fr. Evan tonight were: Difference between compassion and love? Discerning God’s will in certain situations. A healthy description of spiritual fatherhood.

What do you do when you need to dispose of a sacred image? Can sacraments be performed in an unconsecrated church? What is the Orthodox view of transubstantiation? Fr. Evan answers these questions and more on a new "Orthodoxy Live."