Pilgrims from Paradise

This week, Matthew outlines three ways that the remnants of Augustine's philosophy infect even those who are trying to return to an intimate experience with God.

In this segment, Matthew outlines the "ransom theory" of salvation subscribed to by the early Church.

Matthew looks at the history of God's actions towards us to see if "legal" theories hold water.

Matthew points out how the difference between the God of the Old and New Testaments is actually our own spiritual maturing.

Matthew outlines the problems inherent in a relationship with God based on rational contemplation or imagination.

Matthew examines the Western Charismatic movement.

Matthew explains how experiencing God requires two elements - asceticism and the mysteries, or sacraments.

In this segment, Matthew notes the true nature of God's "wrath."

Matthew begins a series exploring the spiritual aspect of environmentalism by asking, "Why does God create?"

Having been born in the image of God, we strive to achieve His likeness - becoming one with Him. And our relationship with His creation is a part of that spiritual development.