@@jonathannunn2266 Praise God and books by Fr Seraphim Rose, The Arena, Life and Witness of St Iakovos of Evia and other ones

@@youngeagle51 Thank you and Thank God

@@jonathannunn2266 My pleasure

@@jonathannunn2266 Thank you

@@petergunn9149 ☦️☦️☦️

@@AkMa800 eventually " The Orthodox Way "

@@d-slice9064 Not sure if it came from a specific book. I'm referencing from articles I found from another video

@@FoolForChrist333 Thanks for listening

@@monarchblue4280 Thank you for listening

@@andrewohab3223 Amen

I just use the prayers in the Orthodox study bible and a prayer rule my priest gave me. I would suggest asking your priest ( if you have one near you ) for what you should do

@driftforlife8436 we are not Catholic either brother. We are Orthodox ☦️ what denomination are you?

@@AlecIakovos I don't really like to label myself since there was no denomination's back in Jesus time, people were just Christ followers. But It doesn't mean I don't like Orthodox, I'm actually pretty interested in it, I just don't agree with a few things.

@driftforlife8436 I understand brother, I was the same way, Certain Orthodox practices kept me away for a while, but once I embraced it I feel at home. Not tryna change your mind, just giving you my experience. Much love brother, thank you for the comment

God give many years!

Thank you for sharing. That's very bold of you, how has this changed your life?

@ Thank you for the thoughtful question. We keep the Divine Office as best as we can manage. We focus on making our efforts as simple as possible so that we accomplish much yet with the least distraction or time. As your video says, good and bad alike are distractions from God. Our day to day thinking is: Work and Pray. We make laughter out of nearly everything, including the tough times. As much as possible, we give away food. We will give away a whole pig and do very minimal pricing to support the poor. We use our farm equipment to help those who are otherwise left to do everything by hand. We have never taken any money or barter for this. In the end, it's helping people that matters. We also have learned how to avoid many commercial products to make our lives simpler. Whether it's our own apple cider vinegar, personal grooming and cleaning materials, we enjoy retreat away from the need to always be getting and doing. Being in the dirt and filth and serving the poor impose humility. We pray that this leads us to holiness and to serve both God and neighbor. Short answer: everything changed.

What is your job? May God have mercy on you. At least you have the Jesus prayer and are keeping a good mindset

I agree twofold, When you're surrounded by secular people (respectfully) for 40-60 hours a week, it can make things hard

@@dakotaneuman8748 www.holyresurrectionofchrist.com/post/work-and-spiritual-life-by-elder-paisios This article will answer the question

Pray and overthrow the capitalist system?

Thank you for sharing, I agree my friend

@@tylerrice8003 my pleasure

Thank you sir, I appreciate it very much.

Amen

@ORTHOPRAXIA33 absolutely, thanks for your content bro, a bunch of valuable information

@ajcottrill4949 good question, here is another article of him elaborating www.holyresurrectionofchrist.com/post/work-and-spiritual-life-by-elder-paisios

Work. Keep Christ at the center. Let Him be the master of your heart.

@ So what’s the point of freewill? Is freewill simply an illusion as demonstrated in Jonah’s story where God forces him to go to Nineveh?

@ajcottrill4949 very good question brother, I don't have an answer at the moment

I'm not confident in my argument but I know for sure that free will is an important thing for us humans and I want to share some thoughts. Free will is vital in our relation with God. If I'm not mistaken, love abounds when we have the choice to choose it. We could've chosen to reject God's love, but we don't. That's what God wants in the world. Also in Jonah's story, God knew that his reasoning to not go to Ninevah wasnt an honest or good reason. Jonah wanted judgement upon them(thats pretty harsh). He later repented for his disobedience. It's possible that God wanted Jonah to realize this and humble himself while also speaking before the Ninvites. 2 birds, 1 stone, maybe?

@@Alex-gx5mb no problem. Thanks for listening

@@FeelingCrispy for me as well, thank you

@@Freefolkcreate my pleasure

@@1611saves Didn't Paul call Timothy his beloved son? What do you assume Timothy called Paul then?

@@1611saves 1 Corinthians 4:15 (ESV) states: "For though you have countless guides in Christ, you do not have many fathers. For I became your father in Christ Jesus through the gospel."

@@AlecIakovos Amen this verse serve a good point

@Prod.Studios Amen, I've struggled with the same question months ago. It's a valid question, but also shows why it's important for us to learn from the church fathers

@@AlecIakovos Amen, Amen, Amen

@Xristophero Congratulatioks brother, I'm a catechumen as well! God bless, how awesome is that. I'm not the best at narrating so my apologies if it sounds awkward at times or annoying. I plan on doing a video for every chapter so thank you for taking time to listen, may we both be able to learn

@Xristophero Praise God, a year and a half ago I wouldn't never thought I'd be an Orthodox, I was HIGHLY against what I thought that " religious " Christianity, but yes by the grace of our savior Jesus Christ we have been connected to his body. Thank you for your comment brother

@alexivancevic7160 thank you, my apologies for the backround noise

Thank you and what do you mean

@ Yeah no worries. Good book. I was being a little cheeky. When Bp K wrote this and up until recently Orthodox had always held that there are seven general councils. Modern guys with specific agendas like Peter Heers keep adding councils to that list to push an agenda: the 2nd 4th Constantinople council and one of the Palamite councils. It’s just interesting that although he and his devotees will confidently tell you they are ecumenical, Bp K acknowledges only seven, and Bp K also admits that there isn’t a way for councils to be recognized in a straight forward way.

@PiperForStThomas interesting, it seems there is alot to unpack from Church history and it is fascinating especially coming from a protestant backround. So much to take in, but I'm glad God is bringing more people to the truth, pray for me brother as I just because a catechumen. Thank you for sharing this information

@ of course you will be in my prayers. Check out a Latin Mass community if you get the chance. It will have the things you’re looking for.

@@FelinoPreto895 Orthodox Christians believe that saints are alive in heaven and are not dead. They are referred to as if they are still alive and are venerated, not worshipped.

@ thank you for the explanation I really appreciate it

Hello @Aleclakovos can I also ask you a question about the monastic life?

@@estherbelleza7125 Sure, I am no expert but I will try my best to answer

Very nice, Thank you

At his tonsure, in October 1970, Rose took the name "Seraphim" after Seraphim of Sarov. He wrote, translated and studied for the priesthood in his cell, a one-roomed cabin with neither running water nor electricity, where he would spend the rest of his days.

@@AlecIakovos Creating artificial hardships for oneself is not Godly. It's silly. Jesus suffer enough for all of us.

@derekdavis3004 what would be the point of fasting then? Is that not a hardship brother? Yet Jesus tells us to do it

This is not to make light of those how legitimately suffer for Jesus sake. But I take issue with fabricating suffering. Standing up during church service and lying face-down on the floor when praying is just for show. What about the infirm? They cannot stand at all or lay face down of their own volition. We all have our struggles and the Lord notice all of it. But are we suffering because the world is at odds with us over our love for the Lord or because we want to show off to others? I am being sincere about this and not just making light.

@derekdavis3004 I understand your position brother. These men of God usually drew themselves away from society in order to worship God so I don't believe they are doing it for show. I feel that is the complete opposite of what monsatic life is about. But thank you for your comment

Yes, very interesting as he stated the word used to never exist

As I was watching this, I forgot, that Fr Seraphim Rose lived so long ago, and he talked to our parents and grandparents. All I could think of was - he is talking about this, current generation! And then I see your comment from 5 minutes ago to correct me and make me leave out of my imagination :D We are living children of "me" generation. Yet somehow, the Orthodox Church still lives amongst this evil. It's even growing! But one of the russian saints prophesied, that it's last flowering before the end.

@wojtex2011 It has become exponentially difficult with each passing generation, especially in America, to not fully assimilate to the most vulgar and disgusting aspects of our culture. I struggle with it daily. But Fr. Seraphim Rose recognized, even in a slightly more innocent time, that there are ways to detach ourselves and become closer to God. Hopefully Patriarch Kirill sees as to why he should be gifted sainthood soon.