The Perversion of Marriage & The Assault On Christianity

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Fr. Josiah Trenham is the pastor of St. Andrew Orthodox Church in Riverside, California.
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[@Millelykkeandersen]

In my opinion marriage has been abandoned because faith has been abandoned.

[@lenavandy]

Indeed 🙏

[@PLSTruth]

Yes 😢🙏

[@liannemarie2504]

Bingo

[@joekey8464]

Marriage is being trashed today, because clearly Beelzebub knows that marriage binds the family and the family is the smallest unit of society. Destroy the family and society goes with it..

[@onlyjoshing]

They come and go together.

[@melatdemessie808]

I’m Ethiopian Orthodox and this is exactly what our church has been teaching for thousands of years! Praise the Lord!

[@Linki-nz]

The Eastern Orthodox Church is the original church. The Ethiopian church had departed from the true church after the council of Chalcedon. Please go back to true Orthodoxy ☦️🙏🏼

[@melatdemessie808]

Ethiopian Orthodox Church is true Orthodoxy teaching. We never departed! What you’re saying is inaccurate.

[@user-li2bo1qt1b]

The phrase ‘women being taught to be more whorelike in their behaviour’ caught my attention. When women look at pornography their behaviour is described as ‘whorelike’, but what is the word used to describe what men’s behaviour is like when they look at pornography? Of course, looking at pornography is a disgusting thing for either sex to do, but it seems to me that there is a culture of women being more frowned upon than men if they look at pornography. We are told that women who look at pornography have behaviour that is ‘whorelike’ but men who look at pornography need ‘sympathy’ 🤔.

[@fase-man6355]

@@Linki-nz Eastern and Oriental is a language difference but the meaning in christoligical teaching is similar. Please try to understand the teaching of Oriental understanding of Christology.

[@mariorizkallah5383]

@@fase-man6355they spoke the same language. Orientals continue till this day to fall to monophysite pitfalls their christology is incompatible with Orthodoxy

[@Leo007619]

I'm Russian, and I'm so glad that I've found this channel and that I learned English to a point that I am now able to understand what is being said.

[@janebaker966]

A lot of us in England love Russians and respect your culture.

[@Bdog5448]

I lost my family from my own sin. I lost much. To those who are Married, may Jesus keep your relationship strong.

[@Rosie82333]

Jesus was single

[@Justmichs]

Amen and thank you for your honesty and your prayer

[@zytoh]

become a monk if oyu lost them this is great opportunity for people who dont wnna be monks bc they will leave their family

[@AP86777]

Same here. Lost my boyfriend, he left me. I am so down also

[@paveldoslakoski727]

Amen 🙏

[@lisamoag6548]

Dad says “ listen to your mother.” Mom says , “listen to your father.” Mutual respect and cooperation are firm foundation for healthy adults.

[@sadgreeneyedbrunette]

Аминь

[@5050TM]

Perfect ❤

[@liannemarie2504]

This! My husband and I always check with each other on everything. Even my children know that they need to check with both of us and we'll probably need to talk it out before any decisions are made. Dad makes the final decision but he is always fair and listens listen to all sides. I married a man who believes that family is everything and he will do whatever he needs to do to protect and provide. And he does whatever he needs to do to make sure that I am able to take care of and homeschool our children. I pray to God and thank him everyday and night for the life he has blessed me with. For without him, I am nothing

[@Murphator]

you'd have to respect the person you married first....

[@aramisy.cajigas744]

Nowadays, beta pastors say "Listen to yo momma", while the mother says "I said...!" Sad.

[@bigburr]

My wife divested herself of me in 2019. Painfully she went to be with my best friend. We have been married for 11 years and I've been low of spirit for the past 3 years she moved out last November and I've been heartbroken since she revealed she had feelings for him. We have a son and we are sharing custody. I've been incredibly angry and sorrowful but not with her. The way things have progressed it feels like it was planned to destroy my spirit and leave me to drown in a sea of heartbreak. I've since returned to Jesus Christ Almighty. Lord save me from the sorrow and pain of this loss 🙏🏽☦️.

[@sofia2moro]

I pray you will find peace in Christ. Bad Things happen but you should look at it as a chance get closer to God !! and trust me if you rely on him he will turn it all to your good Genesis 50:20

[@angelawatkinson245]

Jesus I trust in you. Say this many times a day.

[@j_shelby_damnwird]

May God grant you peace, brother. Pray for your ex wife ☦️

[@ChanceandChoice]

You stopped fighting for your marriage long before she left. It's not all your fault though. Modern idealogy, cultural norms, and sedative habits all shut down your natural warning bells to some degree. Once you supress those natural warnings you end up like that meme with the dog sitting in a house fire: "Everything is fine". And you probably truly believed the lie. But your not alone. We're all in the same struggle. Help others wake up to those warning bells. And most definitely help your son. God bless.

[@katarinahinsey3931]

Take heart, you will be happy again with a better woman. God will lead you to her.

[@bb3ll07]

Catholic woman here!!! This is so refreshing!!!! Marriage is a covenant between God, man and woman ❤❤❤

[@theguyver4934]

Just like biblical and historical evidence proves that jesus and his apostles were vegatarians biblical and historical evidence also proves that the trinity, atonement, original sin and hell are very late misinterpretations and are not supported by the early creed hence its not a part of Christianity I pray that Allah swt revives Christianity both inside and out preserves and protects it and makes its massage be witnessed by all people but at the right moment, place and time The secred text of the Bible says ye shall know them by their fruits So too that I say to my christian brothers and sisters be fruitful and multiply Best regards from a Muslim ( line of ismail )

[@pvdp2]

Supreme shaman francis has approved the diabolical fiducia supplicans which gives the hint for the roman catholic cult to approve same-sex marriages in the future.

[@skybot9998]

@@theguyver4934 Jesus ate a broiled fish after he was resurrected. so he was NOT vegetarian.

[@shanehester5317]

no its not.its between the two people and the state.if it wasnt married women wouldnt be trying to be a wife and have a career.

[@pamelaryan4576]

Not 2 men or 2 women!

[@kenandrieling5885]

I have been atheist most of my life.But I am seriously considering converting to orthodoxy

[@giorgitatarashvili3875]

When you convert to Orthodoxy please let us know your name ☦️

[@Nshandles88]

Your salvation awaits God bless you.

[@rebeccagutierrez1960]

Christ, the Savior and Lord waits for you.❤

[@zmijoguz]

Wow! What a wonderful sermon! I am a Christian and I am guilty of living in extramarital union, with our second child coming soon. Your words touched me deeply. With God's blessing, I hope that we will get married before Christ in his church soon. Thank you so much! And God bless you. Love from Serbia.

[@stefanbaciu3121]

God bless you and your family! I wish you a wonderful wedding!

[@jamesbarger5241]

The "exception" in Matthew 19 is speaking about a remarriage, not a legitimate marriage. A remarriage is adultery as you said, therefore it is sexual immorality to be "married" to another while your original spouse is still living and in such case you should divorce that person and reconcile to your original spouse. The only exception given to marry another is if your original spouse passes away, then you are free to marry another and it isn't adultery. When Jesus was asked about why Moses permitted divorce Jesus said it was due to the hardness of their hearts that he wrote them that precept but from the beginning it was not so. Hard hearted people do not enter the Kingdom of God. God bless.

[@St.MartinofToursPrayToGodForUs]

​@@jamesbarger5241yeah, that's pretty good! Divorce is terrible, and grave. But adultery is even worse, as it is a sin against your own body and it is against another. Marrying another after divorce is adding one sin upon another. I don't know why Christians do it. And I'm trying really hard to say that in a non-judgemental way. It just seems contrary to Christ's direct words, as you reference in your comment.

[@kristenp5835]

@@jamesbarger5241 what if your original spouse is now married to someone else?

[@hautecouture2228]

That’s strange as living in extramarital union is completely unacceptable in Serbian society. I don’t know any couple in Serbia who live together unmarried

[@melatdemessie808]

“People worship the devil knowingly and unknowingly” SO TRUE! Most people don’t understand what is going on.

[@Ooweeeooo]

He is the father of lies after all! If people knew what they were truly doing, they wouldn’t want to.

[@bipslone8880]

You are in an abusive relationship with a delusion.

[@CMA418]

It’s a terrifying thought really. “Unknowingly” means you don’t know. So you, me, this man speaking, could all be worshiping the Devil in ways we are unaware of. It’s like saying there are sinners who are aware of what sins they are committing and then there are sinners who unaware of the sins they are committing. Unless we decide this man speaking is 100% pure, holy and righteous, which no humans are in my belief, then there must be sins even he is unaware of within himself, no? I’ve idolized Christ for 30 years, and in that time I have been repeatedly shown where I was falling short. When I was younger I had a stronger tendency to blame it on other individuals, groups or society at large, which I see is still a popular approach among people of any faith, or lack thereof.

[@Ooweeeooo]

@@CMA418 if you’re baptized and confessing regularly and praying then God wouldn’t let you or anyone be fully unaware of their sins. I’m talking about people who aren’t Orthodox Christians & who don’t have sacraments & a close relationship with God

[@CMA418]

@@Ooweeeooo Perhaps. But that way of thinking could easily lead to a spirit of pridefulness. “God won’t allow me to be deceived or deceive myself.” I think that’s what you are saying. Couldn’t a person who actually IS deceived not believe this very thing? They that are immune?

[@mellochord]

"What you love, you study." You had me right there, brother.

[@aleksandraplavsic87]

Christian Orthodox from Serbia here ♥️ Beautiful sermon!

[@wauliepalnuts6134]

Pomaže Bog

[@Wisstihrwas]

Serbia seems to not be infected by that sickness that hard. Im in Belgrad now, and they seem to have their religion in the right place still ❤

[@MohdHilal]

Palestinian Muslim here, and do I respect all Christian denominations but Orthodoxy has a special place in my heart, not only because Orthodox Christians are more aligned with my people’s political stance but also because of they are the most outspoken group against degeneracy

[@godsaveskyrieeleison5859]

Then keep reading and listening further and you will have unapologetical reasons why you will see Jesus is your God and your savior. Thanks for the fine post.

[@joehouston2833]

KZbin: Christian Prince ❤️

[@MohdHilal]

@@joehouston2833 Christian prince is a lier

[@joehouston2833]

@@MohdHilal Plssss call him and expose him 🤣🍿

[@matthewadamkeil]

Your ancestors were Orthodox Christians, brother. Become who you really are.

[@annam8216]

Thank you for a wonderful sermon, Father. I was born in the USSR, baptised in the Orthodox Church at the age of nine and then became a Protestant. Now, many years later I've come back to the Orthodox Church. And it feels like I've come home after years or wandering in this wirld. A Russian Orthodox, living in Ukraine listening to an American Orthodox priest. May tge Lord Jesus Christ have mercy on us.

[@JoolieEm]

That’s interesting. I was born and raised a Catholic but it never “spoke” to me, then changed denomination and was baptized at the Baptist Protestant church but now I listen to more Eastern Orthodox preaching. They seem to be more “holy” than the rest.

[@annam8216]

One Orthodox priest once told my cousin:"We love and welcome Protestants, they know the Bible quite well"😊 May the Lord guide you in your path.

[@statekraft]

This is off topic but what in the world are you doing in Ukraine right now? Are you in one of the Southern cities under Russias protection right now? Its my impression that the Zelensky regime banned Russian orthodoxy, you must not be in Western Ukraine

[@annam8216]

I am not in Western Ukraine, you are right. My city is not under Russian protection now. What am I doing here? I was born and live here. Here the church is called Ukrainian Orthodox church, but it is not the "Orthodox Church of Ukraine" which separated itself. It's tricky, 2 churches, one true, accepted by the Russian Orthodox, and the litugy is in Old Russian (this one is being under pressure, not banned in my city yet) another one is self-declared. I don't think it's safe to say more.

[@amc3463]

@@statekraftyou’re orthodox priest blessed Russian tanks going into Ukraine that’s why Zelensky banned your cult

[@bcowtan6866]

My husband and recently decided that we will start attending church with our family, as we have come to believe strongly in cultural christianity. Ive started reading the bible and praying and i hope that my husband and I will both grow in our relationship to God and eventually come to know Jesus. After 20 years of being in a faithful relationship with 4 beautiful boys born over the last 13 years, he finally proposed last month and we will be getting officially married. We were always so counter culture in our younger years we both agreed we didn't need god or government involved in our union. I think the urge to be married now in the eyes of God is him working in our lives and leading us in his direction. ❤

[@Mariloualba]

This is what should be taught in schools. Such a powerful message, full of wisdom. ❤

[@roobear5357]

When the truth is spoken in such a plain and compelling manner as this it is poetry

[@bipslone8880]

Truth? Jesus didn't teach hate.

[@CMA418]

In my lifetime I’ve noticed that there is no shortage of groups and individuals who claim to know “the truth” and yet somehow all still disagree. No humility.

[@ionuttrifu4616]

​@@bipslone8880when, during this video, does this man teach hate ?

[@abby999]

@@ionuttrifu4616 obviously he does not😂 don’t bother responding to haters. they’ll call you a hater first just to start a fight.

[@Westyrulz]

I am Catholic but since Francis I am now considering Orthodoxy and sermons like this only draw me closer to Orthodoxy.

[@Zacchaeus_O]

Catholic for 50+ years. An Oriental Orthodox now. Look into the Church history and compare that to the beatitudes ( the sermon on the mount) and decide for yourself. May the Holy Spirit guide you.

[@simonenope8362]

You need to actually read what he said. Pope Francis is doing Gods work and I pray he is blessed all his days 🙏

[@GordanaMitrovic-jq9cs]

Помаже Бог!Посетите неку од православних држава,неку цркву/манастир❤❤❤.Поздрав из Србије

[@Johnvwilliams0]

@@simonenope8362how is blessing gay couples gods work ?

[@isaymymind1727]

Its not about belonging to some church Its about following the word of God. Churches and sects have their own political intentions thats why their buildings are all decorated in earthly valuables and their leaders live in opulence just because they spread the word of the lord. Jesus wan't rich and he didn't make anyone pay for his word. He lived thanks to the help of whoever hosted him. So poor he came into Jerusalem on a donkey...the animal for the poor even today. Christ's message is real and to understand it, Pray for the understanding...Preachers can be His tools to teach but nowadays theya re too few who really do that.

[@guadaluperivera2439]

I am a 50 yr. Old Mexican American Catholic , this is the most beautiful and awesome lessons I ever heard of what is the essence of Christian marriage and having a sacred family and what is happening to the families today, I would like to pay a visit to Orthodox Church, I have been watching many u tube videos of the Orthodox Bishops and Fathers, thank you so much , God Bless you Father Josiah .😊

[@antwainebarkley9765]

Man save your self catholic pope is busy preaching sodomy in vatican.

[@Ion-cd2ps]

I am from România and I am an ortodox. Our Lord Hristos give you power to visit ortodox church. ❤ I love you brother

[@Aphrodite811]

I am Greek Orthodox; this priest is truly blessed, he reminds me of my Pneumatiko (Priest and Spiritual guide) in my Church here in Corinth, Greece. Pure and Modest; Love to you and may God favours you to visit an Orthodox church with a charismatic priest like this one 💗

[@tamjansan1154]

Welcome home brother. 🙏

[@Christisking1911]

Visiting an Orthodox Liturgy was the best decision I have ever made. I never looked back, and I can say I have grown more as a Christian in the past year than all the previous years as a Christian.

[@Ajvb219]

Personally gave up porn and masturbation cold turkey after having it in my life since puberty. My marriage has been the best it’s been since I met my wife, our sex life is the best it’s ever been, our intimacy and love are stronger than ever. I have never been able to be vulnerable to my wife until I kicked those demons. I did it with Christ’s help, as this was something that was as much a part of my life as eating meals. It’s now gone, not missed, and the gift I’ve been given in my marriage is far better than anything I could imagine would happen.

[@otiliamanuelajurj]

Maybe you could help those men who are facing the same problem as you did. Some of us overcome our sins to can be an anchor to those who find it hard to see the light in the dark forest.

[@keeroe2020]

Thank you for this.

[@tombo3689]

@@otiliamanuelajurj The bible says it clear: You cant overcome your sins on your own. We are not strong enough to fight our personal demons. Only the holy spirit is able to end sin within you. For that you have to repent first. In all honesty and fully serious. Repent and beg Jesus to forgive your sins. And pray that the holy spirit is send to you. When the holy spirit starts his work within you, you will notice a slowly change in the way you think, you feel, you speak and therfore you act. The day will come you are a completly other person. A new born christian. You will even hate your former sins.

[@mihaiiulianimuresan]

​@otiliamanuelajurj in my case as much as I tried by my own powers, I failed. Until one day God decided to allow me to get Peyronie's disease which "sucked" big time... especially at age 26, 6 months before my wedding. I thought in my mind at the time...God punished me where it hurts most. But 7 years later I consider it a blessing, as God knew I was not going to try hard enough on my own. Not impossible, but rather just weak in my will to do so....My wife knew 6 months in advance that the sexual future was uncertain, yet she chose to stay by my side. We now have a 3 year old daughter together (naturally )😊 and I have learned that it is not as hard once you have the right mindset. But I do wish I didn't have to force God's hand into scaring me to give up porn. I wish I did that from my own strong will. The conclusion: don't be like me. Muster your strengths and don't wait for God's plan B. Deliver plan A

[@mihaiiulianimuresan]

And just to add to it. We cannot let the snake come in. As soon as you see the head in the doorway you cut it off right away. The Devil is much smarter than we are and we will chose to excuse ourselves each time, thinking "I will try harder next time"

[@BrandonTheInquirer]

This ripped open my heart and exposed my ugliness. I'm throwing everything that I am into the Church, reaching for the hem of the Lord's garment.

[@mirelaalina4050]

Christian Orthodox here from Romania ❤️☦️🫶🏻

[@voievod9260]

Aici

[@stefanbaciu3121]

De-asemenea

[@mube8885]

❤❤❤❤

[@speedionut8918]

Doamne ajuta!

[@Filmaniac90s]

❤

[@Mary-xc2gu]

"Marriage is more than human. It is the miniature kingdom, which is the little house of the Lord." 🙏 St Clement of Alexandria

[@Jayee9999]

If more Christians had spoken up against divorce, which is a political and legal act here in America, we wouldn’t have a lot of the problems we have right now.

[@lyndiutter4519]

@nataliejohnson4124 yes ma'am I agree 110%! My friend is willingly divorcing her husband instead of working thru thier issues, she was screwing around behind his back and said she "just didn't feel like trying anymore". When I made my view on marriage known and that it would be best for her not to give up on it, she point blank told me I wasn't allowed to discuss marriage/relationships with her anymore since our views are so different! She now complains how hard it is to provide for her 2 daughters financially, how tired she is, the daughters' acting up since she "acts one way at Daddy's house, another at Mommy's". Instead she still believes that dating a felon, smoking pot, and who knows what else is what's best for her and her daughters.

[@tishomingo4524]

For 50 years I have witnessed the silence of all the Mainstream Christian Churches on divorce. Now it has overtaken us.

[@youtubeistryingtocensorme]

Unfortunately most Christians prioritize their monetary, personal and physical life over their relationship with God. You would too if you were in a long distance relationship with someone who you may or may not know exists

[@darlahays2471]

You sound just like, the women at the last church I went to FIFTEEN YEARS AGO. They were all about staying married at all costs. And I was made to feel like crap for getting a divorce. I had just gotten out of the hospital after being beaten, ra*ed and thrown through a sliding glass door. According to them and it appears that you are of the same mindset, I should have been a good faithful wife and worked on my marriage. I have never felt better since I walked away from my ex husband and the church.

[@tishomingo4524]

@@darlahays2471 If what you say is true (which I strongly doubt), the Church does make exceptions for divorce. But you already know that. We go to Church to worship our Risen Lord, Jesus Christ.

[@SummerLove-yv1kf]

I hope anyone seeing this and sinned in their marriages will not just feel shame and turn away but come to the church for healing. That’s why Christ came, to change us and heal us.

[@janeyjenjen5972]

I have such deep respect for Orthodox Christian priests, especially the ones I’ve heard so far in this channel. Here, in particular, Fr. Josiah, being very gentle in his manner of speech and respectful in his choice of words, and yet very authentic and straightforward in presenting the convictions of the church. No need to add flair or to emotionalize. I’m a Protestant inquiring of Orthodoxy, and I’m greatly blessed by the richness and depth of this sermon. Glory to God! 🙌

[@bipslone8880]

There once was a time when all people believed in God and the church ruled. This time was called the Dark Ages.

[@godsaveskyrieeleison5859]

​@@bipslone8880out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks..... That is all.

[@WheelsWithinCosmicWheels]

​@@bipslone8880Even secular historians agree that the Dark Ages is a mythical misnomer.

[@American-Jello]

@@bipslone8880 Exactly what do you mean when you say "the church"?

[@user-pi4lf1lp9t]

I'm Muslim and I love the conversation Stay safe my Orthodox Christian brother and sister. Good will always win in the end

[@mklolcoru4840]

Jesus Christ is the Messiah.

[@mikeoz4803]

Convert & save your soul!

[@nunya54]

@@mklolcoru4840 Yes in Islam too

[@nunya54]

@@mikeoz4803 To Christianity? No. Islam is upon the way of the Jesus, disciples and Christians for the first three centuries; those who learned from Jesus directly.

[@artifexdei3671]

​@nunya54 you are in delusion. Time to snap out of it.

[@lealee-healthyteame184]

I have to be honest I had my kids before we were married, I was only 20 when we had our 1st, honestly, since we did get married, our relationship and lives have honestly just gotten better and better. Married 10 years this June ❤

[@doriangray7723]

Yes, so men have been practicing whoredoms for centuries. Referencing women as whores and not men is double standards. Whores are whores regardless of biological sexual classifications. God has one standard of goodness and righteousness for all. You are right about feminity being a man made tradition. Aside from reproductive organs and secondary sexual characteristics masculinity and feminity are qualities that we all have and can develop. Kindness, gentleness, compassion, patience, tenderness, etc., aren't feminine qualities. Assertiveness, mental endurance, courage, sound mind, just, wisdom, mercy, are not masculine qualities. And any other qualities and characteristics you can dream up are not masculine or feminine but human. Possible for mortals. Moreover, aren't we all to embody the characteristics of Christ? Did the Bible say, there's male and female in Christ? The male and female serve the sole purpose of propagation of our species. How a husband and wife at any given time work out the responsibilities and obligations of running a home and raising children is between them. Certainly, there's no continuing type in history. People did what they had to do for survival. Men, women and children still labor side by side under the sun. Naturally from the dawn of time there's been class differences as well. I hate when men start touted about things they have no understanding of. The whole duty of man (fe/male) is to keep God's commandments. Nothing more or less. Seems people want to dictate how we should all live and every aspect of our lives they want control over. Smh Christ is sufficient.

[@dangernoodle8207]

As a Roman Catholic, there’s always one thing that I respect deeply about orthodoxy, and it’s their priest direct nature they do not beat around the bush. A tough love approach. I’m not saying a Catholic priest can’t but in my experience they tend have a more gentle approach and I’ve never heard them Use the words “whore like.” And I gotta be honest I not only respect it, but it is incredibly refreshing.

[@lisamoag6548]

Truth.

[@lindaphillips4646]

Yes, they are not cruel or mean. But they do speak straightforwardly even as every priest i have dealt with has been deeply kind. It is part of facing sin for what it is and naming it.. for our salvation.. No obfuscation. Letting their "yay be yay" and their "nay be nay". From the outside world, based on what is out there, both in ways that try to just gloss over sin and not face it or to be haranguing about it, going to Holy Confession seems something to be frightened of. Actually it proves to be a great, great relief to lay down those burdens. Holy Confession is one of the greatest blessings in the world. As i type this i find myself deeply longing for everyone to have that blessing. I wonder what the results would be in our world if they could feel those burdens lifted? ☦☦

[@draguigirl8388]

Being a Catholic as well, I've observed the same.

[@Ooweeeooo]

The Truth heals. “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life” said our Lord Jesus Christ. And He invites us to take Communion & become a part of Him and be saved.

[@PLSTruth]

Also Catholic & I've noticed the directness from the Orthodox priests, & I'm grateful they deliver the Gospels without hesitation. I have been blessed to know a few Catholic priests that teach like Fr. Josiah. We do need all of our priests to speak Truth like this priest.

[@kristenp5835]

All the ways I have failed God make me sad beyond words 😢

[@st.francis2146]

But it should also bring us joy that the fact is we can find redemption, Repentance also includes that redemption! Glory to God for all things!

[@byzyt6931]

That is good, actually; but don't forget that all the ways in which He has mercy on us are reason for joy beyond words!

[@PrayersfromtheRedwoodForest]

Yeah same

[@RootsofOrthodoxy]

Please read the Parable of the Prodigal Son from the gospel of Luke as a reminder of God’s love and mercy for us 🙏 no matter how low we’ve fallen and how much we’ve strayed from his perfection, we can always come back to Him through our own repentance. God bless!

[@user-df5jn2vy2t]

ITS NEVER TOO LATE TO COME BACK TO GOD.

[@markogligorijevic8591]

"Let him who can accept the teaching accept it"

[@JaredOakes-dw6vu]

These should be released on Spotify as podcasts. These would be great for long drives.

[@ceedub_1983]

This June will be my 10th wedding anniversary to my beautiful Russian wife and mother of my 3 children. It’s because of her I was baptized into the Orthodox Church . I hadn’t even heard of it before 🤦‍♂️! Father Josiah is a REAL man and a godly role- model. This video is proof in the pudding ☦️

[@kikiprimavera9203]

Thank you Fr. Josiah Trenham !!! I’m from Romania, and lucky to have 3 Orthodox churches here in Southern California. Blessings in the name of Father, and Son and Holy Spirit Amen 🙏🏻✝️❤️

[@AvramIulian-gc8bi]

klklprimavera CA ORTODOX AR TREBUI SĂ FACI UN PELERINAJ LA MUNTELE ATOS ȘI LA MĂNĂSTIRILE DIN RUMÂNIA....CU MULT DRAG DIN BUZĂU RUMÂNIA...AMIN.

[@goodtalker]

When I was a young man, my home centered around making money--the more the better. I was not exactly like this, myself, but I did want a career in politics and to matter, somehow, in this world. I thought of casual sex with women as a business transaction. I'm now divorced--but was married to two women who used my own fleshly desire to strip me to the bones. At age 44 I surrendered and made Christ my savior. I'm now 62 and not married, but I have a great deal of peace in my life, a peace that passes all understanding. I understand why many, many men are no longer interested in marriage, even if it means they are no longer get to enjoy the blessing of marital sex. IMHO, men have not become afraid of women; they've become afraid of the state. Again, IMHO, the state is out to destroy people, by first destroying the family. It is as if the head is being removed from the body--and our culture is in doom if we head down this path. Thanks for reading.

[@WashingtonOwuor]

Simple and clear keep your marriage holy. What a powerful message.

[@RedMcc]

Wish more Western pastors would speak like this. It is no surprise more and more folks, as they draw closer to Christ, move to a more reverent, humble orthodox practice of their faith

[@saosaoldian6742]

I’m a Protestant (for 30 years) sincerely studying Orthodoxy and this has been so extremely encouraging to me. One thing I’ve observed is the consistency and unity of the Orthodox priests. It’s evident that this priest is preeminent in US Orthodoxy and I’m grateful to listen to his teachings.

[@joehouston2833]

You must convert..

[@user-wt3df5lv2j]

Φύγε και βάπτιση ορθοδοξος

[@Tom30ad]

It is attractive. But dig deep into their doctrine, theology and practice.

[@saosaoldian6742]

@@Tom30ad oh I am. It’s a deep well.

[@Mavvyd96]

Nearly every single clergyman I've ever met in Orthodoxy has been wonderful. Please join the True Church.

[@Amhara-Ethiopian]

I'm Ethiopian 🇪🇹 Orthodox and Thank you Father to honest and real information, GOD bless you 🙏

[@sylvie431]

Χριστός Ανέστη!

[@NDWest]

Wow, this was so touching and inspiring. I'm sad to say....😢...I'm not married, I'm a single mother...but I still hold hope in my heart that I'll find a good man and get married. What the pastor said about children got me teary-eyed, my child is 19 months old, I want to start taking her to a good church. I'm trying my best, I will keep the faith, thanks for this amazing video.

[@nerrissarichards]

Just keep doing your best every day and praying mama, God will send him for you, and if you ever feel impatient just remember that God’s just working on him to make him perfect for you! ❤

[@Elisha_she_bear]

❤ keep at it, mama. Go find a church, and keep getting right with God. He's out there, ans God is making sure he's the right one. And God is working on you too, ❤

[@Foxie770]

Start with your child’s father. That’s the ideal man to marry. If he was good enough for you to allow him to create a child with you. But get yourself right before you find another man. Confession, church, work on your attachment style, etc.

[@mary-jodukas7627]

Find an engliah speaking Orthodox Church, even if you have to drive a long way. See how the children are so sweet respectful and how family is uplifted. If you are open to learning old ways, you will be blessed beyond all expectations 🎉

[@loganblackwood2922]

I am going to give you as honest a view as possible, disheartening as it may be. Only five in a thousand men in the west are getting married and this significantly reduces marriage options. The men are opting out of the institute of marriage for numerous reasons but this significantly decreases the available pool of men that would consider marriage at all. On top of this, men have always been less likely to marry single mothers and in the current climinate, given the rates of marriage, sharply decreases the likelihood of this ever occurring. It is estimated, and looking at the numbers and assuming a linear trajectory, 45% of women will be single and childless by 2030. This combined with the cultural norms exacerbating the destruction of marriage, I would argue this is not a linear trend but an exponential one. Things are exceptionally bleak. I am not saying this to dishearten you but if there is any possible way you could work things out with the father of your child, I would strongly encourage a resolution here. God bless..

[@livarsfit]

This is absolutely beautiful. I gave my life to Jesus last year and he has changed everything for me. I went from the American modern woman today to a woman of Christ wanting to get married soon, thank you for sharing this. God bless you

[@kirerunte1046]

​@keerankenny4374 u can't talk to schismatics and heretics in prelest, there pride blinds them

[@livarsfit]

@@keerankenny4374 it’s human nature to desire a partner. I’ve always wanted a partner to have a future with, grow a family with but I was focused on me first then that later. The whole point of us on earth is to “be fruitful and multiply” so let us be fruitful ! Let us bear the fruits of true love and happiness only given by God himself. Marriage is a reflection of Christs relationship with the church. You dont have to get married, in fact Paul says in Corinthians “I hope you all stay unmarried as me so you can focus completely on God” but we have the choice. Getting married doesn’t make God love you more. But marriage is holy and a reflection of him. I want to serve my future husband just like I want to serve my father in heaven.

[@j_shelby_damnwird]

Glory to God! ☦️

[@moto3463]

If you slept around before marriage it’s too late

[@moonmama2481]

@@moto3463 that wasn’t very Christlike of you, friend. Try again! Maybe refer to Scripture first, particularly the words of Jesus and his acts of forgiveness. Our sin is great, but his love and mercy is greater. Bless this woman and bless you.

[@rariri1]

This man is very right. The lack of fear of God is destroying the West spiritually. Apostle.

[@shivadizayin]

The pope doesn’t fear God when he allows people to call him the holy father

[@SaltAndVinegarFlavour]

There is something so wholesome and healthy about this sermon. Society is sorely missing this beautiful energy. ❤

[@liannemarie2504]

I am so very blessed to have been brought up in a strong, traditional, christian, household. My parents have been married over 40 years and are just the most amazing role models. They have never been perfect but they always worked everything out and got where we needed to be. They always loved us and supported us and taught us how important marriage and family was. My father always told us that we would never be truly living until we had a family of our own. Boy does that man know what he's talking about! I always tell my father, I credit him for my wonderful family because if it wasn't for him, none of it would be possible. I chose a good strong man because I was raised by one. I want to be a fantastic mother and wife because I was raised by one. Just so very important Godly and family values into my children so that they have a Fighting Chance in This world. My love for God and my love for my family is absolutely everything to me. I am so appreciative of people starting to focus on what's really important and pushing away the evil that is trying to tear us away from that. God bless you all!

[@voiceoftruth9358]

I’m a nondenominational Christian, with a slight bent towards Pentecostal; for the past 6 weeks I’ve been listening to Orthodox Priests (messages/interviews/sermons) and I’ve been moved by them and their faithfulness to the Word of God without any wavering. I’ve actually been considering visiting an Orthodox temple to experience it first hand… who knows, maybe that’s where the Lord is calling me.

[@redwolf7575]

That’s beautiful brother that you’ve been having that calling If you have not yet encountered him I highly recommend the sermons and talks by Father Stephen Freeman :)

[@podvizhnikband2775]

Do it! God bless you!

[@user-wt3df5lv2j]

Φύγε και γίνε ορθοδοξη

[@susanspianostudio7057]

I sound just like you.... Spirit-filled (charismatic) non-denominational looking into Orthodoxy. 😄

[@Jake4G]

Haha me too

[@artistheart5272]

Where are the leaders and churches like this!!? Is he in America? Man people need to hear this daily!! I’m going to convert to Catholicism.

[@user-qf1bj3nq7j]

This is Ortodox Christianity. Only true faith.

[@josipnakic7698]

Catholic here , I really love your sermons Father , God bless you and keep up the good work. In Jesus name Amen.

[@ManOvGod]

Instantly bought the book on marriage in the description! Pray request that I keep dying to my lazy, evil and stupid earthly flesh so I can hope to become the husband to my wife Christ wants and needs🙏🏻✝️✝️🙏🏻 Love everyone

[@j_shelby_damnwird]

Amen ☦️

[@Rifgsjksx]

God Bless yr family. We should read about marriage a lot. Please allow me to suggest 2books i ve read . Marriage of Theodor Bovet (protestant) but so right ,objective and orthoox about the issue.the other is from a russian priest and i only know the greek title. Its more for young couples that are going to get married. " Μία φορά για όλη τη ζωη" .

[@czarriggs9247]

Father Josiah you are exactly what America & the western world needs now- I really believe the time is ripe for you to move beyond these Orthodox channels, people like Jordan Peterson, Joe Rogan, Tucker Carlson etc need to interview you at length & their audience needs to hear your God inspired words. I pray your words are heard outside Orthodox circles very soon🙏

[@alula763]

Greetings from Eritrea orthodox. When we turn away from our lord Jesus every thing is turn away.

[@tamjansan1154]

Amen❤

[@DaisyAnnabelle65]

Very Beautiful, Father Josiah. I remember my parents and our family in the 1970’s. I thank God for both of them and the Christian marriage they had. ☦️🙏❤️

[@Alex-gx5mb]

Glory to Jesus Christ! Be gracious to me a sinner

[@JantsuW]

Finnish Orthodox here. I watched this over the weekend during my long train journey. I have to say that I am really impressed. This man, Father Josiah Trenham, speaks wisely, decisively, gently. I hope as many of us as possible will find this video. An hour of Orthodox Christian wisdom. My recommendation. May God grant you many years. ☦️💜

[@Jy3pr6]

Hello brother. I'm an American convert living in St Petersburg. I'm curious to know how you see the situation there in Finland. I was very sad to see support for the Ukrainian schismatics on the bulletin at the cathedral in Helsinki. I deeply hope friendly and even brotherly relations can be established between Russians and Finns

[@user-po1cm8ym1u]

God bless you, father Trenham, you are the light in the darkness, you are beautiful, honest, brave man!!

[@user-rn4xw4ul6s]

I married a divorcee I came to see from the scriptures second marriage is adultery my husband and I went through repentance for me it was very deep at the cross I am so greatful for my Saviours mercy and forgiveness

[@pj595]

If you're still married, you're still living in adultery, repentance means giving up the sin

[@straightjacket219]

​@@pj595are you thier priest? If thier priest oked it, who are we laymen? Pray for them and thier family.

[@KeonRouse]

@@straightjacket219u completely overlook that people ask GOD for retirement please dismount from your high horse

[@l.b.b1810]

This is a man of God!

[@thegoodpath5008]

That was the best commentary I have ever heard on Christian marriage and the attack on it in the West. Thank you, Fr Josiah 🙏🏻 May God grant you many years! ❤️☦️

[@margyeoman3564]

That is the understanding of the Reformation Church. Luther taught the same, and so did the Church I was raised in. One thing Martin Luther concluded about marriage was that it was the only display of heaven on earth that could be found.

[@MarryOnChain]

Marriage is a beautiful union of two souls, a promise of love and commitment. A wedding is a celebration of this bond, filled with joy, laughter, and the promise of a lifetime together. It is a time for families and friends to come together and witness the beginning of a new chapter.

[@elisabeth_wales]

It makes me so sad... my marriage was ruined by adultery... our culture has caused so much brokenness. I pray messages like this will be heard by multitudes and help confront the sin that is stealing blessings from so many of us 💔

[@alanm6o9]

Directing blame elsewhere classic. You chose him maam

[@saranegash12]

Thanks God for the Orthodox church and priests in the usa Prayers for the expansion of the church and its members 🙏🏾 ❤ Watching from Dubai

[@jaredvale]

Perfect to watch on my lunchbreak. God bless you all! ☦️

[@Daemon1356]

God bless my friend ☦️

[@AlexTM67]

✝️☦️

[@bipslone8880]

If God exists, I hope he has a good excuse

[@TriciaPerry-mz7tc]

He exists. What is your excuse??

[@user-bt9by6kx6j]

My dream was to be in a faithful marriage unfortunately after many years of marriage and having children I found out my husband was living a double life he is gay. My life was shattered and the blessing of a Godly family setting shattered me. I still after 20 years carry wounds but I have been blessed with wonderful children.

[@axiomaticidioms3857]

May God bless you and your beautiful children in your suffering.

[@user-bt9by6kx6j]

Thank you so much!

[@axiomaticidioms3857]

@@user-bt9by6kx6j you're welcome :)

[@bittermochi259]

In Catholic exorcism when husband demanded they pray above him his wife stopped manifesting demons (when they were not able to pray above her). You are ONE BODY, you can pray to our Lord that He can make your husband lose any wrong fleshly desires and come back to you since you are one body.

[@konstantinatsaka4596]

No one doubts that love, respect and unity are very important in a family, whether it is Christian or not. Also the downfall of Christianity in modern times is not merely due to it being persecuted by external demonic forces, but also by corruption within its own institutions.

[@SuperMariposa91]

I am not orthodox but I am Christian and God has been working on me, showing me these thing. He explains it so plainly and clearly. I wish the body of Christ spoke like this more. The church is a mess, the misuse and misunderstanding of sex is rampant

[@1raceNGenesis_Organic_non-GMO]

Read the Holy Bible out loud with children. Look for the NIRV when a child gets older and is ready for listening and learning.

[@niarlatotepbasset]

There are no other Christians than Orthodox Christians. Rest are devil worship heretics. Christ is King ☦️.

[@NonSequiturAdHominem123]

So happy to hear God is showing you these things! The Orthodox Church has been talking about these things for 2000+ years. Def encourage you to check out a Divine Liturgy at your local Orthodox parish 🙏🏼 we aren’t a mess over here! Lol

[@WORKOUTSOLUTIONS]

❤⛪🙏☦GOD BE WITH US IN OUR FIGHT AGAINST EVIL ☦🙏🕊💪

[@primalcauldron]

Thankyou so much for what has been everything I value. I was left after a 28yr marriage for another woman by my ex husband to say myself and my children were left traumatised by this is an understatement. I kept my faith and values and raisedd my two boys as I could without a father. They are grown young men now and I know they still suffer . It made my faith and myself stronger. My son's are protective and caring towards me but them being robbed from their father was the hardest and cruellest thing I feel to this day. I believe Jesus everyday blessed me for which I'm truly grateful. Thankyou for such depth and compassion and knowledge on this subject . Much needed in our times.

[@Yggdrasil1844]

I got married at 16. Raised atheist. But always followed my gut, is this the holy spirit? Who knows.. but I know I'm living an amazing life while other women my age are miserable :) I love life. I love my husband. I love my family. I am so grateful.

[@Ggfddjbgd]

Tell the world brother. They are listening when we think they aren't sometimes. Show the world what Orthodoxy is!!!! May God Bless all of us in the joint effort!

[@lisamoag6548]

Marriage is for life. Married couples make love and may be blessed with children to love. Family is sacred. My Father and Mother taught me so. Thank you Modest eyes,self respect and mutual respect are life giving.

[@henriettaifewulu488]

Oh Lord, help me to have a marriage that glorifies God. 🙏🏽

[@suzijorgensen6545]

I was love bombed by a narcissistic man who terrorised my children and myself. When I finally got away, all my friends and the church just didn't know what to do. I've never known anything else. I would like to have that kind of love with a man. However, if I don't, I KNOW that I am so loved by the Holy One

[@TrollsFormers05]

This channel is something else. What a gift.

[@user-cd5yz2wi7m]

Orthodox Christian here from Bulgaria 🇧🇬☦️🙏

[@thartfreek1334]

This is one of the most beautiful sermons I’ve ever watched. Wow, I’ve been blessed by this. My parents are struggling in their marriage, I’m going to send this to my mom as she is the believer in the union.

[@HarmonyontheHomestead]

We have only recently discovered the orthodox church, and in just a couple weeks our hearts have become so much more full. It always felt as though there was something missing in other denominations for us, and for years we left the church completely. In the last year, we've been searching for a sign as to what would be best for our little family, and I feel so overjoyed and filled with love to the point of tears in the thought of raising our sweet little boy in the Orthodox church and teaching him to love Christ. We've replaced our time in the evening watching news and podcasts into watching these videos and reading our Bible together instead. We can not wait to find a church and begin the process of conversion, so we may earn our place in the church family. God bless you, Father, and thank you a million times over for sharing this beautiful gift with the world.

[@user-qk6el3hm7b]

Father, don't overlook those of us who are between marriage and monasticism. There are many unmarried celibate communicants in the Orthodox Church.

[@Ooweeeooo]

This is true. I hope more priests start talking about it. Not everyone will get married.

[@barryspurr9577]

Exactly. It is very wrong to suggest that marriage is a necessity of the Christian life. The celibate single life is just as worthy.

[@Србомбоница86]

Yes that's me ❤

[@mitch5387]

My guilt is heavy but this is still necessary for me to hear.

[@devynphelps]

May it sink into your heart and inspire change. Leave your burdens at God's feet, and allow him to guide you through this ❤

[@francoaguilar2251]

This sounds pretty gay

[@priscillaaitchison8213]

Why does it sound gay?

[@Ooweeeooo]

Repentance is the solution.. it leads to Confession… which allows for Communion… which brings Salvation ❤❤ Glory to God! ☦️

[@nitrianskehosamospravnehok4397]

@@francoaguilar2251uh no

[@Jwilliams7213]

The most inspiring thing I have heard as a boy I was raised in a single parent household, I’m now married and proud to be.

[@cookworm6]

Father, thank you so much for this. I've been married nearly 30 years, and I truly wish someone would've taken the time to tell me these things. I learned so much, and I see areas where I'm sorely lacking. We're going through a struggle now, and your encouragement to husbands and wives is so timely for me. Thank you for taking the time to put this together and for putting it out there for so many to see and learn. I'm sure that this will resonate with many and will help to lay a beautiful foundation for future marriages.

[@daniele237]

This video came out at such a perfect time for my situation. I have just finished watching it now and it has just ticked past midnight over into my wife's birthday. I cherish her a lot, although struggle with pornography consumption and whether or not we are orthodox (both of us are through birth) or something else. This advice will help me get on the right track and strengthen our bond. Thank you Fr. Trenham for the great advice!

[@Jean_in_Stillness]

Much respect for Fr. Trenham. His message is sorely needed more than ever. Marriage and the care of its relationship, mentally, physically and spiritually are pivotal to a healthy society. God bless us all.

[@bipslone8880]

Who needs Satan when you have a God like this?

[@liannemarie2504]

​@@bipslone8880are you going to have to elaborate on that because that doesn't seem to make any sense to me. God is a god of pure love.

[@LivingEpicness1]

Social media has contributed to mental health declines, but people won't admit it's mostly the real cause is the lack of faith and marriage. Teens and young children complain on TikTok about their depression, it's due to their loneliness and not spending time outside with other people. Adults no longer find comfort in others like they used to, going to volunteer, community and church. People complain about being alone while isolating themselves and thus struggle to find a partner. And the world wonders why it has such low birth rates.

[@Justmichs]

It’s really this simple as an orthodox Christian we do not say vows during our wedding service in Christ because our sacrament and vows are to God himself not just to one another. Therefore when we do “sin” against one another as married people we are breaking our sacrament and vow to God first before each other. Absolutely with the words “I am sorry” these are the only words the devil cannot stand against for humility is the strength to trample upon the ways of Satan. Thank you for this service. Very needed and came up on my feed in the most timely manner. Thank you for speaking again to me lord God most holy and precious panagia please continue to intercede on our behalf and petition to our most precious lord Jesus to continually shield us through and by your prayers for us. Amen 🙏 a blessed holy Easter week to our orthodox Christian’s 🌹

[@sofia2moro]

Christian orthodox from Jordan❤ ✝️

[@jk777212]

I am a Catholic convert and I definitely approve this message.. thank you so much for this. ☦️✝️📿🙏

[@SilverDadKnows]

SilverDadKnows here. Phenomenal video. Thank you for sharing. Marriage is the key ❤

[@NicoleBeepath]

I'm 45 and single because when dating most men seem to date for lust and are against marriage. Marriage and having standards seems like a negative today where people justify every wrong that gives them pleasure.

[@NikolaJerotic]

Слава Богу! Невероватно лепо и свеобухватно предавање на ову тему!☦️🙏

[@ninacorrea2117]

This message/ video needs to be shared with all couples who are getting ready for marriage. This is a blessing if all future couples getting ready for marriage would watch together. So all those who know someone getting married please share this with them. Glory to God🙏🏻☦️👰🏻‍♀️🤵🏻‍♂️

[@ivancassar1239]

Marriage is the greatest institution in Society. God's gift to us and a way into the heart of God through dedication and service. Being married is a great gift of God in my life. I love God and worship Him daily and I love my husband and share my life with him and serve him daily. I thank and praise God for the 33 years together. Father is right. Marriage is a great and Holy sacrament!

[@Rosie82333]

Lmao congrats on entering delulu land

[@TriciaPerry-mz7tc]

It's not a sacrament. It's A holy godly matrimony. They are like Catholicism

[@godsheknows3792]

I'm pentecostal believer but loves this orthodox preacher his word is true

[@BSwiftKey]

Ваша вера не истина то есть лживая , настоящая вера это русская провославная вера ей более тысячу лет . Жаль что вы не знаете про нашу веру , и про наших святых .

[@r2d2693]

I’m so grateful I found this channel. I’m absolutely inspired by the deep understanding of Orthodoxy and of our holy fathers of the Church, that I’m just soaking every word like a sponge. And I’m born and raised in an Orthodox country. Amazing ❤!

[@ng4759]

I love God very deeply and I love marriage.. what you love, you study and you study it deeply. Amen. I Love Fr. Trenham and this was such a beautiful and truthful talk on the TRUE meaning of marriage.

[@LD-id3vy]

The most beautiful teaching on marriage I have ever heard, thank you

[@svlun8987]

Thank you Father to stay for marriage . We need this massage nowadays. Russian othodox, widow and single mother here.

[@hsayij]

I love your honesty and your zealousness for god and his church. May God bless you and your family father.

[@nicholasstephens1349]

Father Trenum at his very finest! The Holy Spirit soaks through him truly.

[@bipslone8880]

Man created God in his image : intolerant, sexist, homophobic and violent.

[@lisareiter5368]

He is my first exposure to Orthodox teaching. A little like Catholic but different from Baptist.

[@Dudeguy36]

Fornication and cohabitation is the norm today. I have done it wrong myself and that perpetuates the problem. It is very sad.

[@paulklassen8603]

Having been married to such a beautiful women and now that she's home with Jesus and me now learning to live without, really brings home what a good marriage is, by the things I'm missing. I've tried looking for a similar happiness that I remember, but can't find it. Something holy, beyond human is happening in that God given bond. This message is what this world needs. Thanks for this teaching. God bless!