Are the “things” of Orthodoxy essential to what’s most important in the Christian faith? Jeff continues to explore this topic while contemplating Saint Spyridon’s spiritual lessons for us.

Can the beautiful things in Orthodoxy get in the way of what’s most important? Jeff begins to explore the life of St. Spyridon and his spiritual lessons for us.

The interview continues here as Jim describes his experience with western Catholicism, strange things in Orthodoxy, and the beauty in everyday Orthodox life. Jeff concludes by sharing thoughts from Saint Isaac.

From Christian to commune to Roman Catholicism to Emergent, and finally finding home in Orthodoxy: Welcome to the life and times of Jim John Marks.

Jeff identifies some misunderstandings concerning the priesthood and probes motives people have when desiring to be ordained.

Young people in this postmodern world are often perplexing to adults. This episode explores elements of tragedy, hope, and connection points we can have with contemporary youth.

It’s sometimes hard to see how “all things work together for good” in God’s sovereignty. It’s scary when we see that evil things are allowed to happen. We question whether God really cares about us individually in midst of His bigger plans. Orthodoxy embraces all aspects of the Christian experience, including the events that seem to make no sense.

God is at work in profound ways, in a wide variety of people who are being drawn to the ancient faith. This episode explores thoughts found in comments, feedback, and conversations with people who are approaching Orthodoxy.

Seeing God’s intimate involvement in our “circumstances” leads us to a deeper appreciation of His sovereignty. While on the road, Jeff shares some readings from saints and experiences of seeing God at work in the details of life.

Reformed or Calvinist Christians are often given a bad rap from other Christian groups due to generalizations and misunderstandings. An unbalanced mindset concerning the sovereignty of God can keep us from trusting and resting in His grace and lead to an unhealthy faith. In this episode, Jeff attempts to offer a balanced Orthodox perspective on the subject.