god and spiritual Being of the Same Mind and Judgment By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-09-01T02:30:46+00:00 Fr. John uses 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 to discuss the importance of unity. Full Article
god and spiritual True Wisdom and Real Folly By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-09-01T02:32:51+00:00 Fr. John shares from 1 Corinthians 2:1-10. Full Article
god and spiritual On Thy Words Have I Set My Hope By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-09-01T02:34:15+00:00 Fr. John shares from Psalm 118:81-89. Full Article
god and spiritual The Prophetess Deborah and the Battle of Mount Tabor By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-09-01T02:36:49+00:00 Fr. John speaks from Judges 4. Full Article
god and spiritual Unless Ye Repent Ye Shall All Likewise Perish By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-10-08T04:41:51+00:00 Fr. John shares from Luke 13:1-9. Full Article
god and spiritual Bad Company corrupts Good Morals By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-10-08T04:43:40+00:00 Fr. John shares from Genesis 13, providing the comparison between the corruption of Lot and the social mentality of the 21st century. Full Article
god and spiritual The Strength of a Threefold Cord By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-10-08T04:45:13+00:00 Fr. John shares about the sanctity of marriage and familial love. He also draws from the relationship of Saints Peter and Febronia as examples of the importance of commitment to Christ. Full Article
god and spiritual By God's Mercy Are We Saved By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-10-08T04:46:37+00:00 Fr. John uses the passage of John 3:14-21 to illustrate Christ's love and the importance of going to His light. Full Article
god and spiritual Not I, But Christ By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-10-08T04:48:01+00:00 Fr. John reflects on Galatians 2:11-21. Full Article
god and spiritual Partaking in the Inheritance of the Saints By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-18T23:46:03+00:00 Fr. John talks about what it means to be a Christian, using the epistle reading from Colossians. Full Article
god and spiritual Reap with Rejoicing By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:10:51+00:00 Fr. John uses the passage from Philippians 4 to illustrate the importance of being grounded in Christ. Full Article
god and spiritual Scripture Alone By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:18:34+00:00 Fr. John speaks on the topic of Sola Scriptura. Full Article
god and spiritual Forever, O Lord, Thy Word Abideth in Heaven By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:18:57+00:00 Fr. John reflects on Psalm 118:89-96. Full Article
god and spiritual The Four Soils By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:19:02+00:00 Fr. John shares from Luke 8:5-15, and the importance of planting our life in Christ in good soil. Full Article
god and spiritual God's Timing By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:19:07+00:00 Fr. John talks about Luke 7, the raising of the widow's son, and how important it is to remember the timing of God. Full Article
god and spiritual By Faith, but not Faith Alone By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:20:09+00:00 Fr. John comments on Ephesians 2 and James 2, and the role of faith and works in the mystery of our salvation. Full Article
god and spiritual Clean Heart By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:21:21+00:00 Fr. John speaks from Psalm 118, and the importance of not only understanding God's will, but also doing it. Full Article
god and spiritual Golden Mouth By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:22:48+00:00 Fr. John commentates on the life of St. John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople. Full Article
god and spiritual Receiving the Spiritual Bread By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:24:08+00:00 Fr. John uses the prophecy of Micah to relate the importance of being prepared to receive Christ. Full Article
god and spiritual Kursk Root Icon By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-21T19:25:09+00:00 Fr. John delivers an important exhortation regarding the Kursk icon, including the history and stories of the miracles that it has wrought. Full Article
god and spiritual If You Can Catch Him By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2017-12-31T22:44:31+00:00 Fr. John talks about the importance of living according to the gospel and remaining a part of the Christian race. Full Article
god and spiritual Name of Jesus By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-01-13T00:41:14+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford talks about the name of the second person of the Trinity, Jesus Christ. Full Article
god and spiritual St. Basil the Great By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-01-17T03:33:54+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford shares about the life of St. Basil the Great and his godly family. Full Article
god and spiritual True Satisfaction lies in Christ By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-01-24T02:03:25+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford speaks about supporting the works of the church and the importance of giving Christ the reins of your heart. Full Article
god and spiritual Righteousness and Repentance By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-01-30T04:40:57+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford speaks on the parable of the Publican and the Pharisee, and the importance of repentance in understanding our relationship with Christ. Full Article
god and spiritual Firm in the Faith By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-02-06T19:45:32+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford speaks on the importance of having solid roots in our faith, using the examples of the New Martyrs during the Communist Era. Full Article
god and spiritual Where Art Thou? By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-02-27T02:18:46+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford refers back to the Fall of Adam and Eve when contemplating the most recent school shooting. Full Article
god and spiritual Modernism By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-02-27T02:32:47+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford talks about the heresy of modernism. Full Article
god and spiritual Spiritual Wisdom By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-03-06T00:59:14+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford comments on the role of Proverbs in Great Lent, by speaking on Proverbs 1:1-7. Full Article
god and spiritual The Cost of Discipleship By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-03-14T18:04:27+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford reflects on Luke, Chapter 14, and what it means to follow Christ. Full Article
god and spiritual Obedience By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-03-20T03:04:57+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford uses the Ladder of Divine Ascent, written by St. John Climacus, to signify the importance of obedience. Full Article
god and spiritual Doors of the Kingdom By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-04-03T02:19:09+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford reflects on the life of St. Mary of Egypt and the mercy of God. Full Article
god and spiritual The Myrrhbearing Women By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-04-26T00:56:25+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford reflects on the role of the Myrrhbearing women, and the true meaning of the words Christ is Risen. Full Article
god and spiritual Why Have You Persecuted Me? By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-05-14T23:21:39+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford uses the story of St. Paul to exhort us to come to know the Lord. Full Article
god and spiritual Blessed are They that put their Trust in Him By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-05-14T23:52:42+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford uses Psalm 2 to speak on the individuality of humanity and the importance of trusting in God. Full Article
god and spiritual The Prayer of a Sinner By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-05-17T03:14:53+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford uses John 9:31 to answer the question: “Does God hear sinners?” Full Article
god and spiritual Spiritual Strength By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-05-23T04:10:04+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford discusses the need for perseverance as we struggle to get closer to God. Full Article
god and spiritual Pentecost By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-05-31T23:53:35+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford shares about Pentecost from Acts 2:1-11. Full Article
god and spiritual St. Raphael of Brooklyn By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-06-11T15:46:42+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford shares about the life of St. Raphael (Hawaweeny) of Brooklyn. Full Article
god and spiritual You Get What You Pay For (Father's Day) By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-06-21T22:21:29+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford discusses the importance of respect for fathers. Full Article
god and spiritual The Chinese Martyrs and the Choices We Face Today By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-06-27T14:06:28+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford tells about St. Mitrophan, the first Chinese priest and martyr of the Boxer Rebellion, and encourages us to stand firm in the Faith. Full Article
god and spiritual A Light Unto My Paths By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-07-04T13:47:20+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford returns to the study of Psalm 118, by looking at verses 105-112. Full Article
god and spiritual The Mind of Christ By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-07-10T19:43:39+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford reflects on the importance of having the Mind of Christ, from 1 Corinthians 2:11-16. Full Article
god and spiritual Don't be a Big Baby By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-07-16T21:23:51+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford discusses 1 Corinthians 3:1-3 and the importance of filling ourselves with good things. Full Article
god and spiritual Temple of God By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-07-31T02:17:35+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford reflects on 1st Corinthians 3, and the importance of keeping the temple of the body pure. Full Article
god and spiritual Fools for Christ By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-08-08T14:53:55+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford discusses the epistle reading from 1st Corinthians. Full Article
god and spiritual Purge out the Old Leaven By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-08-15T03:53:49+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford discusses 1 Corinthians 5. Full Article
god and spiritual Appropriate Fasting By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-08-31T13:02:44+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford reflects on the importance of fasting and Mark 2:18-22. Full Article
god and spiritual Hitherto Hath the Lord Helped Us By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-09-05T02:08:55+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford comments on the passage from the Psalms (118:113-120). Full Article
god and spiritual Me, Jesus, and Everybody Else By www.ancientfaith.com Published On :: 2018-09-14T19:55:35+00:00 Fr. John Whiteford uses Matthew 5: 21-26 to comment on the importance of setting aside all unnecessary anger and chastisement. Full Article