The parable of the Prodigal Son offers both assurance of God's mercy for those who repent, and a warning to those who squander God's gifts.

The demons work to turn our virtues into condemnation.

Christians must ask themselves how brightly they burn with love for God.

Christians face the difficult tension between our calling to establish peace while living in a fallen world.

Our preferences must not be the foundation of our judgment and understanding.

God has revealed much about the journey of the soul after physical death. To avoid deception we must not remain ignorant.

Christians must live in constant readiness for spiritual attack.

The Church Fathers warn us of the self-deception that can separate us from God's grace.

The Church Fathers teach us how to conduct the spiritual warfare.

Let us grasp the present moment to make ourselves ready for Christ's return.