Be the Bee (Video)

“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20) Orthodox Christianity is perhaps the best-kept secret in America. Why? And how can we help share the Good News? We'll change the way we think about evangelism and learn two principles that should shape the way we introduce other people to Jesus Christ. Because there’s a close connection between being the Lord’s witnesses and being close to the Lord. As always, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you act on what you'll learn: https://mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee155

“Be holy, because I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:16)

Adults fear that young people will grow up and stop being Christians. But no one ever fears that a kid will stop rooting for their favorite sports team. Why?

We'll look at how the life of a sports fan can challenge the way we share the Faith with others. Because our goal isn't simply to make people loyal to our religion: it's to give them a taste of holiness and inspire them to be saints.

If we're going to raise people to be faithful Orthodox Christians, we need to start here.

As always, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you act on what you'll learn: mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee154

But He would withdraw to deserted places and pray.” (Luke 5:16)

#WorldMentalHealthDay can help raise awareness about the importance of self-care. But does this mean self-indulgence? Is taking care of your health a selfish thing that Christians should avoid? Aren't we called to sacrifice everything for God and neighbor?

We'll look at the example of Jesus Himself and the powerful words of St Isaac the Syrian to see why Christian self-care is actually selfless. Because, when we care for ourselves, it puts us in a position to love more deeply.

This is especially important during the coronavirus pandemic and Covid. We can still Be the Bee and Live Orthodoxy even in the toughest times.

As a special bonus, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you act on what you'll learn. mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee153

But He would withdraw to deserted places and pray.” (Luke 5:16) #WorldMentalHealthDay can help raise awareness about the importance of self-care. But does this mean self-indulgence? Is taking care of your health a selfish thing that Christians should avoid? Aren't we called to sacrifice everything for God and neighbor? We'll look at the example of Jesus Himself and the powerful words of St Isaac the Syrian to see why Christian self-care is actually selfless. Because, when we care for ourselves, it puts us in a position to love more deeply. This is especially important during the coronavirus pandemic and Covid. We can still Be the Bee and Live Orthodoxy even in the toughest times. As a special bonus, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you act on what you'll learn. mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee153

“The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.”

(John 1:5)

Politics are toxic and the world seems full of darkness. Is our job, as Christians, to fight that darkness?

We'll review the advice of two greats saints (St Isaac the Syrian and St Poprhyrios of Kavsokalyvia) to see how we can bring the Light of Christ into a world darkened by toxic politics.

As a special bonus, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you act on what you'll learn. mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee152

“My strength is made perfect in weakness.”

(2 Corinthians 12:8)

Whether it's a mean comment or act of violence, why is it so easy to hurt people? And why should we care?

We're all afraid of being weak, and will often hurt others to feel strong. Yet Jesus showed us that true strength often involves being weak: this is the way of love and the cross.

As a special bonus, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you act on what you'll learn.

https://mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee151

"For indeed, the Kingdom of God is within you."

(Luke 17:21)

Sticking to our daily prayer rule can be tough! But why?

We'll explore the simple reason prayer can feel crammed into our day rather than a natural part of it. And we'll offer a simple way to help you transform wasted moments into opportunities for connection with God.

As a special bonus, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you focus on how you can act on what you'll learn.

https://mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee150

"One who every hour prepares himself to give answers for his own sins will not quickly lift up his head to examine the mistakes of others.”

(St. Gennadius of Constantinople)

It's easy to point our finger at someone else's mistakes, rather than focus on our own. Why?

We'll explore the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant and the two big things that make it easy to judge others.

As a special bonus, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you focus on your sins, not others.

https://mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee149

“My strength is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:8) Whether it's a mean comment or act of violence, why is it so easy to hurt people? And why should we care? We're all afraid of being weak, and will often hurt others to feel strong. Yet Jesus showed us that true strength often involves being weak: this is the way of love and the cross. As a special bonus, we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you act on what you'll learn. https://mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee151

“It is better to pray little but often.”

-Saint Theophylact of Bulgaria

Struggling to say your prayers? We want to help you connect with God!

Let's start the new Church year with the Y2AM Prayer Challenge. Let's build a good daily habit and stick to a daily prayer rule for the next 3 months.

In this episode, we share 4 keys to help you start (and stick to) your daily prayer rule. And we've prepared a FREE downloadable workbook to help you make progress.

https://mailchi.mp/goarch/bethebee147