How do the world Orthodox confessions mock the Martyrs and confessors of Russia? What mentality allows for the executor and executed to be viewed as equals in piety? Fr. Methodius reminds us of some things we would like to forget.

How should we think of wealth? Do we want, like the rich, young Ruler to be saved with all of our stuff? Can the wealthy be saved? What does the Gospel say to these things?

The Land of Shadow is a Spiritual, physical, and mental place. Listen here to how the Epistle and Gospel readings give us valuable information, using these three places, that can guide us on the narrow path.

Today's epistle reminds us that Orthodox Christians are called to be Zealots of good works. Our Lord, God, deigned to be baptized by a man to fulfill all righteousness. Fr. M shows the relationship between His righteousness and our good works!

For those who have never considered it, here is a homily on the Great feast of the Circumcision of our Lord!

And so this is Christmas and what have you done? The joy of the Nativity of our God in the Flesh must be understood in light of His purpose as the Sacrifice for our sins. Without including this, the reason for the season is misunderstood!

Why was Christ rejected by the Jews and why is He rejected today? Everyone wants the regime to provide them with happiness, but the King of Peace came to deliver His people from their sins!

How should we view or use the rituals and ceremonies of the Church? Some say that they have a secondary quality. Is this true? Fr. Methodius warns against separating between ceremony and truth.

Why should Genuine Orthodox Christians turn to St. Nicholas in our day? Why do we disparage some things done in the world when we seem to have similar practices? Fr. Methodius celebrates the feast of St. Nicholas with his parish, offering this message.

How can we become true philosophers? Can we afford not to? Does being a philosopher mean that we are really smart or something else? Fr. Methodius offers some encouragement.