WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO TAKE UP YOUR CROSS?

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  • @angelaa1979
    @angelaa1979 Před 2 lety +157

    as a Roman Catholic , I really enjoy watching and Learning from you ! you are truly humble Priest . God Bless you Father

    • @mrnobody5381
      @mrnobody5381 Před 7 měsíci +1

      somwtimes its good to have all the data to make the choice what can i sauy u must figure it out urself tooo humans.

    • @MJN_couchsessions
      @MJN_couchsessions Před 5 měsíci +10

      Same. The focus is on Christ Jesus, regardless the cultural differences. There is much to learn from both.

    • @juansantos5678
      @juansantos5678 Před 5 měsíci +2

      Roman Catholic as well and I truly enjoy the wisdom this priest brings. God bless you father

    • @alcoholicjoe6199
      @alcoholicjoe6199 Před 4 měsíci +1

      As a raving alcoholic me also ....pos hope...

  • @mmaakkiinn
    @mmaakkiinn Před 2 lety +76

    “Humility and Love, there you have it. This is everything” - St Paisios.

  • @nancyincanada5553
    @nancyincanada5553 Před 2 lety +243

    Humility flows from Fr. Spyridon. I am reminded that I need more humility. I often think...what would Fr. Spyridon say in a partidular situation...with his heart full of humility. Thank you, Father. Lord have mercy on us.

    • @paulwilliams9207
      @paulwilliams9207 Před 2 lety +7

      Amin 🙏

    • @elliottmoncada2738
      @elliottmoncada2738 Před 2 měsíci

      He is very helpful teacher but before we ask what would father do or what would St. Paul do, what would my Lord Jesus do as He would have in His Word? 🙏🏾

  • @seraphim4088
    @seraphim4088 Před 2 lety +55

    Poor Fr. I can't believe he actually had to take us for a walk just to prove he's really in the woods, near real sheep. Sheesh.

    • @brokula1312
      @brokula1312 Před 2 lety +1

      Nah man, fake woods, fake sheeps. Only Internet is real.

    • @Zavakar
      @Zavakar Před 9 dny

      Lololol​@@brokula1312

  • @steviov3376
    @steviov3376 Před 2 lety +125

    Thank you Fr. Spyridon for your channel. You’ve been a great blessing to me and my wife as we’ve started to study Orthodox theology. I was a Protestant my whole life until I started to study Church history around 3 years ago.
    At first I was on the road to Roman Catholicism but ultimately the Lord has truly led me and my family to Orthodoxy. I’m now in catechumen classes with my Greek Orthodox parish here in Alaska.
    Thank you for being apart of our journey home! God bless.

    • @FatherSpyridonROCOR
      @FatherSpyridonROCOR  Před 2 lety +70

      I pray God blesses you both, it is a genuine joy to hear of people making htis journey, thank you for sharing.

  • @peterhandelson1193
    @peterhandelson1193 Před 2 lety +348

    Sadly I have not been to church for many years, I had no idea that today is the Feast of the Cross, yesterday I learned that I am dealing with a life threatening disease, and today I realized that this is my cross. I asked myself what does that mean. A couple of hours later this video popped up. So timely!
    It would be nice to receive spiritual counsel from you Father if you have time.

    • @dojocho1894
      @dojocho1894 Před 2 lety +20

      i wish you well...

    • @brohuggie2978
      @brohuggie2978 Před 2 lety +5

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    • @WittyComm3nter
      @WittyComm3nter Před 2 lety +29

      Have a conversation with your local priest, I'm sure he will be happy to talk to you and it will go well

    • @brohuggie2978
      @brohuggie2978 Před 2 lety +6

      @@WittyComm3nter
      I do my priest is the highest, and he is sitting at the right of majesty on high, because He has finished the work for my salvation. and it was My father who sent Him. As He was here on earth he said not to call no man father for we only have one!

    • @paulwyld7261
      @paulwyld7261 Před 2 lety +17

      I pray you get through this hard time with Christ's love and comfort.

  • @michaelmorales3819
    @michaelmorales3819 Před 2 lety +473

    I’ve been getting more interested in orthodoxy

    • @TheFeralcatz
      @TheFeralcatz Před 2 lety +65

      May our Lord Jesus Christ bless you in your search

    • @DChristina
      @DChristina Před 2 lety +22

      Sending love & prayers 💕🙏🏼

    • @tuck-brainwks-eutent-hidva1098
      @tuck-brainwks-eutent-hidva1098 Před 2 lety +23

      May God guide you... 🙏🕯️☦️

    • @playlists8029
      @playlists8029 Před 2 lety +41

      I've been going to Divine Liturgy on Sunday for the past 5 straight weeks. I watched online for about 7 weeks straight before I worked up the courage. Lol. I started inquirer's class this past Saturday. This has lead me to doing morning and evening prayers daily. I talked to the priest last Sunday about what the steps were to look into going further to Chrismation. There is nothing quite like the Orthodox Church, it is the one true Church.

    • @gunnerbakke5020
      @gunnerbakke5020 Před 2 lety +7

      Thank you for being merciful to the paranoid.

  • @xavierlaflamme8773
    @xavierlaflamme8773 Před 2 lety +43

    Father Spyridon is one of the few real people on media. Please continue God's work. And may God have mercy on me, a sinner.

  • @EEEasdfasdc
    @EEEasdfasdc Před 2 lety +19

    "Let tradition trample over our personal opinion"
    Wise words. Thank you Father, God bless you.

  • @ihtac
    @ihtac Před 2 lety +65

    Thank you, Father. While listening you I am getting more and more assured that Orthodoxy is my way to Christ. Greetings from Ukraine, Kyiv.

    • @FatherSpyridonROCOR
      @FatherSpyridonROCOR  Před 2 lety +51

      The people of Ukraine have suffered as a result of US involvement in their civil and religious life, all for the sake of trying to take more territory back from Russian supporting nations. I pray you find a parish where you can draw closer to Christ. Also, the Kiev caves are a place you should visit.

    • @ihtac
      @ihtac Před 2 lety +22

      @@FatherSpyridonROCOR Thank you for your answer, Father. Unfortunately, it's a bit more complicated, and we suffer both from US and RF involvements (as well as from other big powers) and intrusions. For some reason, Rus'-Ukraine is condemned to suffer much through the history.
      Thank you, Father. I visited them as a child and definitely will visit them again in the nearest future after your advice.

    • @borisfrlic
      @borisfrlic Před 8 měsíci

      @@ihtac The Russians-turned-Ukrainians by the bolsheviks / satanists suffer from Russian involvement? So the Russians are to be condemned for "meddling" in the own lands because the enemies of took Russians and turned them into something else / weaponized them against the rest of Russia?
      Like all Bolshevik, Phanar and Jesuit creations, the Ukrainian nation is completely fake. It is of Satan, as is the "Ukrainian Orthodox Church".
      The Russians were baptised in Kiyv. Ukraine was the military frontier of the Russian Tsardom that was populated by Serbs soldiers. These Serbs eventually assimilated and became part of the Russian nation. These Russians were then turned into Ukrainians by the Bolsheviks.
      That is the truth.
      We await the coming of the Russian Tsar; the Great Prince sent by God himself (Daniel 12:1) who will be the only the Antichrist will fear, and a rebirth of Holy Orthodox Russia for a short while before the end.

    • @lindaphillips4646
      @lindaphillips4646 Před 2 měsíci

      I just saw your comment and your answer to Father. How are you? Did you get to a church? I have friends at church from there.. So terrible. So terrible.
      ☦📿💝📿☦

    • @tatp571
      @tatp571 Před měsícem

      It started back in 17th century with jesuits invading West part of Russian empire

  • @peregrino1655
    @peregrino1655 Před 2 lety +75

    I don't lose any of your speeches here, Father. Thank you. Bless me.
    Luis-Brazil

    • @KariVieira246
      @KariVieira246 Před 2 lety +6

      @Peregrino Bom saber que tem mais brasileiros ortodoxos pelo mundo!

  • @debeman2278
    @debeman2278 Před 2 lety +68

    Great teaching father from Ethiopia 🇪🇹🇪🇹🇪🇹 today it's the finding of cross

  • @NJP9036
    @NJP9036 Před 2 lety +23

    We must reject the worldly. Amen Father Spyridon. Thank you.

  • @Beyondabsence
    @Beyondabsence Před 2 lety +165

    That was a lovely and humorous ending Fr. Spyridon! I find it so refreshing when an Orthodox Fr engages into light humor. To me, not only the green screen paranoia is put to rest for those who questioned you on that, but also the wrong notion I've always had, as a Catholic, that my Orthodox brothers and sisters were way too serious and averse to "lighting up things a bit". My heart is filled with joy after watching the PS ending! God bless you Fr Spyridon. Gustavo, Boston , MA

    • @tamjansan1154
      @tamjansan1154 Před 2 lety +1

      ❤❤❤

    • @abashedsanctimony154
      @abashedsanctimony154 Před 2 lety +1

      Leave the religion behind is what Taking up the Cross means. The Jews that were hellenized were religious and pious but they did understand what living amongst the impure meant, the spiritual dead.
      Walking the true narrow path of spiritual purification is what Christ called us unto. And infant baptism doesn't cleanse a believer, only His Spirit baptism does this.
      Adult baptism is what accompanies the Confession of faith in Yeshua the Messiah, as God the Son. Acts 2:38 -40 (Confession of sins to a priest is merely fellowshipping with another member of the body of Christ that understands what sin means , and that would mean that the sin against the Holy Spirit, He has been grieved) Therefore take up your Cross and leave sin behind. Repent and sin no more.
      The orthodox believers that have persevered will naturally assert the correct doctrine from the true Scriptural context and interpretation.

    • @tamjansan1154
      @tamjansan1154 Před 2 lety +1

      @@abashedsanctimony154 How were Jews helenised ?

    • @abashedsanctimony154
      @abashedsanctimony154 Před 2 lety

      @@tamjansan1154Hellenization by Greek Influences, the pagan Babylonian system of religious practices. Anything that appears to be a ritual, is a ritual.
      Paul debated fiercely with them and much of the rebuke of his letters refer to what a Christian should represent.
      Amos 5:21-24
      21 "I hate, I despise your festivals, and I take no delight in your solemn assemblies. 22Even though you offer me your burnt offerings and grain offerings, I will not accept them; and the offerings of well-being of your fatted animals I will not look upon. 23Take away from me the noise of your songs; I will not listen to the melody of your harps. 24But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an everflowing stream"
      compare. Isaiah 1:11-17; Micah 6:6-8; Jeremiah 6:19-21).
      1 Corinthians 6:9-10;
      Do you not know that wrongdoers will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived! Fornicators, idolaters, adulterers, male prostitutes, sodomites, thieves, the greedy, drunkards, revilers, robbers-none of these will inherit the kingdom of God
      compare (Romans 1:26-27).
      It is uncertain whether his opinion would include Jews particularly, However many Jews became members of the governments that had enslaved them, and thoughout the old testament we see that punishment from God was from an accumulating manifest of sin throughout the nation of Israel specifically. When Israel is utterly corrupt, God judges the world, not just Israel.

    • @tamjansan1154
      @tamjansan1154 Před 2 lety +1

      @@abashedsanctimony154 Makes no sense that "Greek" ( that never existed, it was city Athens that is considered Ancient Greek ) infulenced Middle Eastern culture......Unless culture and people whom they falsely call Greek lived in Middle Easte, or unless Athens conquered Middle East, but that didn't happen.

  • @johndev2212
    @johndev2212 Před 2 lety +16

    Obviously those who doubt your surroundings haven't seen the videos of you standing in the rain to deliver your messages. 🙂 Bless you Father!

  • @Nukinator
    @Nukinator Před 2 lety +15

    Can't say I was expecting the Spyridon Stroll at the end but it was nice to see more of the land around where you record.
    It's such a beautiful place.

  • @harryelektron3086
    @harryelektron3086 Před 2 lety +14

    "A Debt that we can never pay!" So True! How we can pay out Eternity? Thank you Father Spyridon (Πατέρα Σπυρίδων). May God Bless You)))

  • @SKATEHACKS
    @SKATEHACKS Před 2 lety +41

    Lord help us, it’s sad to hear that some are in such a scared state as to doubt the authenticity of Father Spyridon’s videos. We gotta put down our phones and turn off the ‘news’ more. Thank you for all of your words of encouragement Father. Christ truly dwells in you, it’s clear to see ☦️

    • @rachelw821
      @rachelw821 Před 10 měsíci

      While I hear you, it's always good to use our God given discernment!! Not all teachers are out here teaching truth! I find Father to be spot on, at least what I've heard! But I don't blindly trust every teacher I come across. In fact, as a new Christian, I usually run things by my more seasoned mentors!

  • @rachelmurphy1239
    @rachelmurphy1239 Před 2 lety +25

    God bless you Father! Thank you for the tour of your beautiful woods and sheep.❤🙏

  • @lisamariajones4699
    @lisamariajones4699 Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks for the " ps: " Father. It was very nice of you. God bless you.

  • @FNModel-ej5bh
    @FNModel-ej5bh Před 2 lety +59

    What a man of honour.
    I sadly suffer from great hatred, my generation and simply our time.
    But this man, Father Spyridon, puts a wide smile on my face and fuels my day with hope.
    May God Bless you, Father☦

  • @bfxc
    @bfxc Před 2 lety +36

    Thank you Father, you are without question a blessing, and a true light on the false light place that is the internet. May the Lord grant you Eternal Life. ☦

  • @OrthodoxFarmChad
    @OrthodoxFarmChad Před 2 lety +7

    Beautiful land you’re on Father!

  • @matthewmclaughlin4609
    @matthewmclaughlin4609 Před 2 lety +8

    Catholic here. I appreciate your input Fr. Spyridon

  • @jk_33333
    @jk_33333 Před 2 lety +5

    Thanks for proving the trees & sheep are real Father 😅 love from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @shaylasomerville4733
    @shaylasomerville4733 Před 2 lety +28

    Beautiful message

  • @tga253
    @tga253 Před 2 lety +11

    Thank you Fr Spyridon 🙏

  • @grindanlfwine4153
    @grindanlfwine4153 Před 2 lety +20

    Father - I have watched many of your videos, but this one I have particularly enjoyed because of your ‘P.S.’ God’s Blessings upon you 👍❤️

  • @MrSk8levi
    @MrSk8levi Před 2 lety +16

    I hear truth in your teachings. Orthodoxy is alien to me. I live in the mountains of Kentucky. However I recently came across your teachings you have so kindly provided in the woods and fields and I have forwarded some of them to my family and friends. Thank you for your teachings. Refreshing to hear truth. Some still preach truth here too, few and far between....sadly.

    • @SRBOMBONICA86
      @SRBOMBONICA86 Před 2 lety +8

      Gosh I can't imagine not being Orthodox,I am surrounded by Orthodox churches and monasteries here in Serbia eveywhere 💜 🇷🇸

    • @MrSk8levi
      @MrSk8levi Před 2 lety +1

      @@SRBOMBONICA86 Protestant here mostly.

    • @noway165
      @noway165 Před 2 lety +1

      @@MrSk8levi Kentucky has many beautiful places! As does SW Pennsylvania, my home. Perhaps you could go to Holy Cross Monastery in Wayne, WV sometime, but if you are out by Paducah or Bowling Green that would be a jaunt!
      Love and Peace to you, Ben!
      💒💝🎇

  • @landercalrissian2560
    @landercalrissian2560 Před 2 lety +3

    "Let's touch one of these trees and go for a walk" Father I love you, I hope we can walk together someday

  • @KSLady22
    @KSLady22 Před 2 lety +15

    I loved the beautiful message and the added kindness at the end.

  • @Tappedline
    @Tappedline Před 2 lety +9

    Thanks for the little walk.

  • @revelation2-9
    @revelation2-9 Před 2 lety +131

    Truly the Holy Spirit speaks through this man. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!

    • @kevincourtney7312
      @kevincourtney7312 Před 11 měsíci

      Read your Bible and you will come to the same conclusions.

  • @kittiwake
    @kittiwake Před 2 lety +23

    God bless you Father for showing us your surroundings; your integrity and compassion are deeply appreciated.

  • @missasinenomine
    @missasinenomine Před 2 lety +8

    Lovely birdsong! "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden
    in Christ in God". Colossians 3/2,3.

  • @margyrowland
    @margyrowland Před 2 lety +25

    Thank you Father, thank you and God bless you 💟✝️🇦🇺💟 Love from Australia

  • @MichaelM1980ish
    @MichaelM1980ish Před 2 lety +3

    Pretty awesome at the end of video the walk about . I have always been amazed by the sounds and wondered curiously about the area that was so beautiful sometimes even rainy!♥️☦️♥️

  • @paulwyld7261
    @paulwyld7261 Před 2 lety +26

    Thank you for your videos from Santa Monica, CA. Your video "The Religion of Antichrist" made a deep impression on me as I've had similar thoughts, your words confirmed that I'm not nuts nor alone in thinking and sensing what's to come. God bless you.

  • @TheBrosDukas
    @TheBrosDukas Před 2 lety +6

    We all love you very much. God bless you, Father.

  • @cidklutch
    @cidklutch Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you, as always

  • @tamjansan1154
    @tamjansan1154 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you Father Spyridon.

  • @eggsackley9435
    @eggsackley9435 Před 2 lety +25

    Not only was I speaking to my wife about you, but about this very topic.

  • @dimitrioskladouchos4876
    @dimitrioskladouchos4876 Před 2 lety +9

    Your light hearted and humorous response to your critics at the end, validates what your speech was about. Love Humility and Trust in Christ while carrying your cross conquers all. May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ always bless you and strengthen you father Spyridon.

  • @rodangus4489
    @rodangus4489 Před 2 lety +7

    What a dear man you are Father. A beacon of light in an age of thick darkness; a clear word of truth in this age of gross deception, lies and liars.

  • @deezyah
    @deezyah Před 2 lety +22

    Thank you Fr. Spyridon! As always, a phenomenal homily! This time with a heart-warming bonus, too :)

  • @Danniow
    @Danniow Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you Father

  • @70KyRonC07
    @70KyRonC07 Před 2 lety +13

    I wake up every morning, and listen to your videos while drinking my coffee. I’ve never been orthodox , but my heart is drawn to orthodox teaching. Thank you for sharing what you do.

  • @CatholicZola
    @CatholicZola Před 2 lety +24

    Thank you for your teaching, Father, and for taking us on a very nice walk through the very real woods. ☺ May God bless you!

    • @faz3c3gmailcom91
      @faz3c3gmailcom91 Před 2 lety

      How are you beautiful lady greetings from the royal family Dubai.
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  • @jonathanreeve7823
    @jonathanreeve7823 Před 2 lety +8

    This dear father is true Christianity. As ever thank you for your faithfulness

  • @ezdeezytube
    @ezdeezytube Před 2 lety +13

    This channel is a blessing. Thank you Father Spyridon.

  • @KEscano88
    @KEscano88 Před 2 lety +10

    Making the sign of the cross with sincerity burn the demons. 10:15 mark. I had no idea. I pray a hedge of protection around my family, home, and classroom. I make the sign of the cross ✝️. I am wielding a powerful weapon and only just now realized it.

  • @crisruggiero8017
    @crisruggiero8017 Před 2 lety +2

    The world must be filled with doubting Thomases. You are so kind! God Bless you Father.

  • @danglingondivineladders3994

    WOW!! Father Spyridon has the best CGI ever!!! lol

  • @garretdozier9596
    @garretdozier9596 Před 2 lety +9

    Keep speaking the truth, beautiful place!!

  • @catherinecapita1691
    @catherinecapita1691 Před 2 lety +6

    So wonderful to see you smile & chuckle!
    Thank you for sharing this with us.

  • @lv2465
    @lv2465 Před 2 lety +6

    Racing through your book Orthodoxy and the Kingdom of Satan, it's a real eye opener.

  • @leoandolino4668
    @leoandolino4668 Před 2 lety +4

    God Bless and keep you Father Spyridon.

  • @kathyharamis4394
    @kathyharamis4394 Před 2 lety +12

    Glory to God for these words of salvation. Thank you

  • @kaybrown4010
    @kaybrown4010 Před 2 lety +3

    Your screen is very green! Thank you for being authentic in every way. ❤️☦️

  • @ThisCharmingBat
    @ThisCharmingBat Před 2 lety +24

    Thank you so much, Father. I've been struggling so much lately, I will keep your words in my mind and heart.

  • @Bakamojo
    @Bakamojo Před 2 lety +22

    Our faith is real and so is Father Spyridons enchanted sheep forest! Praise God!

  • @SRBOMBONICA86
    @SRBOMBONICA86 Před 2 lety +13

    This was red letter yesterday in Serbian Orthodox calendar,very important to not work on this day (unless you really have to)and reflect more on our spiritual battle

  • @justanotherlikeyou
    @justanotherlikeyou Před 2 lety +3

    Loved the "PS" at the end, Father. Lord have mercy on us☦

  • @markishedd3443
    @markishedd3443 Před 2 lety +7

    This is the concept I struggle with most. Because it is so easy to pervert into self-loathing and confusion. I struggle to keep my mind on what's important versus feeling guilty for wanting anything at all from my human experience.

  • @marcoperalta6583
    @marcoperalta6583 Před 2 lety +3

    God bless Fr. Spyridon, what a wonderful video. I just ask God the strenght to accept humble, patience and with love the cross to follow him if i not carry my cross then im not following my tender saviour.

  • @nelsonlaws5137
    @nelsonlaws5137 Před 2 lety +3

    Good Morning. I am , Anglican, but I learn so much from this Blessed . Thank you

    • @nelsonlaws5137
      @nelsonlaws5137 Před 2 lety +2

      @@olgapedinski6115 I agree totally what you say. It was a bad day in our church history when it happened. Maybe they did not read Apostle Paul s teachings.

    • @andrewm9221
      @andrewm9221 Před 2 lety

      @@olgapedinski6115 Exactly as I find myself and you spoke for me so well, a highly conservative Anglican who is now devoutly and sincerely Eastern Orthodox. I agree with all that you say. Glory to God in the Highest! God bless you!

  • @serendipity08epps62
    @serendipity08epps62 Před 2 lety +7

    Loved the extra! God bless you always.

  • @tortoisearmor310
    @tortoisearmor310 Před 2 lety +5

    God bless you Father, we wait for your videos patiently. Have a blessed evening.

  • @biljanaomcikus2109
    @biljanaomcikus2109 Před 2 lety +4

    Your Beautiful FATHER !!!
    Thank-You ...As Always Well Said ...

  • @Peter-uj8ye
    @Peter-uj8ye Před 2 lety +3

    Thank You! Fr Spyridon when you speak l learn so much from you!

  • @donmiller4885
    @donmiller4885 Před 2 lety +2

    Hitting the nail on the head. Controlling the passions of the flesh!!

  • @emilykalafatis3107
    @emilykalafatis3107 Před 2 lety +7

    Thank you father , of lately not knowing I gave up on all the hypocrisy of this world I'm trying to leave as close,as possible to the will of God ,God bless you I wish our priest in our church would give such a beautiful talk.🙏🙏🙏

  • @PickNMixMMA
    @PickNMixMMA Před 2 lety +2

    Us in the world really appreciate when monks and priests post these videos 🙏🏼

  • @yahushaismyshepherd1179
    @yahushaismyshepherd1179 Před 2 lety +37

    God bless you for your explanation. I needed to hear this at this time. I am not orthodox but this resonated deeply. 🙌🤲🙏🇨🇦

    • @owlis2328
      @owlis2328 Před 2 lety +3

      Three Hills Patriot says hello

    • @owlis2328
      @owlis2328 Před 2 lety +2

      Three Hills Patriot says hello

  • @user-rv5of4py5v
    @user-rv5of4py5v Před 2 lety +5

    Thank you so much for showing your wonderful surroundings. Because of so many fakes I asked this question too, joy to me to see that is real.

  • @ralphdude7
    @ralphdude7 Před 2 lety +8

    Father, I must confess, I watched quite a few of your videos lately and I thought “there’s no way the animals could be that loud, he’s just adding them in post-production, I’m probably just listening to some crazy scamming British guy on CZcams! “ 😂 I had to do a real double take at the end of this video when you saw fit to show us your sheep. In truth, Fr. Bailey, your videos have helped me immensely lately. They greatly inspired a speech I made at my brothers wedding. I wanted to gently remind everyone of the centrality of Christ to our loves and the Cross to our lives, and your videos helped inspire me and my words.

  • @brainshot22
    @brainshot22 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you Father Spyridon, God Bless You.

  • @martincooper4487
    @martincooper4487 Před 2 lety +17

    That has to be the best , most helpful, the most crucial, of all sermons, very much needed for myself and relevant for our current time.

  • @lukelucas9264
    @lukelucas9264 Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks be to God, and thank you Father Spyridon

  • @lacyblackburn
    @lacyblackburn Před 2 lety +9

    I enjoy your teaching. You have been blessed with Wisdom.... and thank you for the tour. I love the sounds of the peaceful forest while you're teaching. God bless you.

  • @henrystanley511
    @henrystanley511 Před 2 lety +20

    Father Im considering joining the Greek Orthodox church please pray for me I have so many questions God bless you 🙏🙏🙏

    • @justinelliott3529
      @justinelliott3529 Před 2 lety +1

      You won’t regret it

    • @evans3922
      @evans3922 Před 2 lety +1

      God bless you... Fear not.. You are on the right path... Prayers from Greece

  • @Im_No_Expert_72
    @Im_No_Expert_72 Před 2 lety +3

    😄 bless you brother Spiridon! Thank you for setting my mind at ease about the green screen! 🤗😅☦️

  • @gigig2492
    @gigig2492 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you Father, you are a blessing to all of us. ☦️

  • @mikeco3583
    @mikeco3583 Před 2 lety +2

    True wisdom is way may more valuable than any earthly items.

  • @chartreusecat6642
    @chartreusecat6642 Před 2 lety +53

    I'm struggling so much right now. It's so hard to find meaning in it, and this has helped. I have been hated by those that were supposed to love me for a long time, and in turn it spiraled into such self-loathing. I know I need to keep my focus on God and let His love be enough, but i am very often weak.

    • @alans2418
      @alans2418 Před 2 lety +17

      I pray the Lord Jesus envelops you with his genuine and real love. I also add that I've struggle many a time with self loathing but it's just a tactic of the devil. If we are self-focused we will only see our flaws. That is why we must always be Christ-focused because Jesus Christ washes us white as snow. We are no longer standing condemned! We can glory in Christ alone. Amen!!

    • @rhb30001
      @rhb30001 Před 2 lety +5

      @@alans2418 keep killing the fleshly deeds … praying that you receive His Spirit

    • @Thailova
      @Thailova Před 2 lety +4

      Never expect others to love you. Expect love only from God

    • @cincin4515
      @cincin4515 Před 2 lety +7

      I was in your position for a long time. Then I heard that Christianity has nothing to do with our feelings and everything to do with honouring God. Wow! A light bulb went off. I was instantly released from all victim mentality.

    • @kimcollins3992
      @kimcollins3992 Před 2 lety +3

      There is freedom & liberation at the foot of the cross of Jesus Christ and the blood that was shed on that cross!!!! Cry at His feet, give Him all the pain & suffering you’ve gone through (he’s knows all about that!) he knows what it’s like to be rejected! He knows what it feels like to be persecuted & not loved! HE KNOWS YOUR HEART, now let Him into every part of your heart! When we surrender everything to him and allow him to shut his light in the dark hurt places of our heart he takes those dead things, he takes the sin that is a result of years of hurt, pain and suffering and he make something beautiful out of it if you allow Him! He did it for me and I know he will do it for you. It was when I began surrendering all to Him that I saw the fruit of doing that. “The fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Galatians 5:22-23. My love to you dear sister In Christ!!

  • @charlesmaximus9161
    @charlesmaximus9161 Před 2 lety +3

    May we all have your blessings, Father Spyridon. ☦

  • @lindagalligher1819
    @lindagalligher1819 Před 2 lety +3

    That was very kind of you to show us around at the end. I hope those who needed to know it is all real have their minds at peace now. May all of us have peace as walk in a hard and troubling world. To God be the glory,

  • @jamesworkman9697
    @jamesworkman9697 Před 2 lety +4

    TY Father, I always pray for you and look forward to your teaching....may Christ our God continue to use you.

  • @boonedog1457
    @boonedog1457 Před 2 lety +8

    We do live in a world of deception, but you my brother in Christ are the genuine article. All a person has to do is let the Holy Spirit confirm truth to them. I never once even thought you were not being truthful with your background, of trees, grass, the woods and the sounds of sheep. It all creates a beautiful setting for you to deliver GOD'S Word. Peace and Blessings to you! 🙏 We love listening to your GOD Inspired videos. Thank you for them.

  • @inezvasquez8104
    @inezvasquez8104 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you Father, it is nice see your peace!

  • @jimmythek750
    @jimmythek750 Před 2 lety +2

    I had wondered if anyone had complained about the sheep sounds and natural surrounding.
    The message is going over their heads. They do not trust in their own senses.
    God bless YOU, Father Spyridon.

  • @mightyliving3753
    @mightyliving3753 Před 2 lety +8

    I am Pastor myself and work among my Nepali people. Father, thank you for your word. God bless you and keep the faith and share the faith with us.

  • @vanessac.7040
    @vanessac.7040 Před 2 lety +12

    Father Spyridon Glory to God this video was a blessing. The end of your video was beautiful thank you for sharing such a glorious place with us all. ☦️💕

  • @MaxAmerica.Freedom
    @MaxAmerica.Freedom Před 2 lety +5

    Thank you Father. My priest was happy to hear that I watch your videos. I sure do need patience in suffering. I complain a lot. Thanks for this video.

  • @shocktohp7314
    @shocktohp7314 Před 2 lety +2

    I did not realize sheep bleating traveled so far! I have always assumed they were just off screen.
    Thank you Fr. Spyridon, for all of your videos. You are a testament to what true faith looks like in today's sickly world. May God bless you, and have mercy us all.

  • @deirdreclark2128
    @deirdreclark2128 Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you for a very instructive video. I cannot believe some people thought you made up the sheep sounds!!
    Its wonderful to hear nature in your talks. I know you are in Shropshire, I know some parts if it. God bless.

  • @visionbliss6731
    @visionbliss6731 Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks you father for your message.

  • @reddog7046
    @reddog7046 Před 2 lety +4

    I hope you continue to make these videos father it's helping me

  • @yvonnecamacho9773
    @yvonnecamacho9773 Před 2 lety +6

    Thank you for reminding us of this always forgotten God given advice.. too many Christians forget about these to pursue their worldly dreams while forgetting that God is our giver of life and provider of all our needs so they live a luxurious life and burn in hell after death when they really think they’re going to heaven because they were “saved”.

  • @Maryzees1
    @Maryzees1 Před 2 lety +3

    Please keep posting. We need so much to hear your wisdom. God bless you. 🙏🏼