Archpriest Andrei Ovchinikov

1/24/2017

Don’t Judge!

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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Rating: 9,9|Votes: 32

Don’t Judge!

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

All of us are well aware of the commandment from the Gospel, Judge not, and ye shall not be judged (Lk. 6:37). But we know by our life experience that it is this commandment that we break most often.

The Royal Path of Salvation

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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The Royal Path of Salvation

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

However, it will be wrong to trust your knowledge, intuition and experience fully. As Abba Dorotheos wrote, “Salvation is in much counsel.” Those who refused to seek counsel and listen to it have fallen into temptation and self-delusion.

The Science of Gratitude to God: Step By Step

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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Rating: 9,4|Votes: 41

The Science of Gratitude to God: Step By Step

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

Today I want to reflect together with you, dear readers, on gratitude. And do you know why? Because the more grateful a man is, the closer to perfection he is, and that means to God.

Can Women Be Saved Without Childbearing?

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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Rating: 8,1|Votes: 22

Can Women Be Saved Without Childbearing?

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

Today I would like to speak to the ladies. I will try to give practical advice on the theme: “woman and children”. I will warn you from the very beginning that it is not for all. I expect criticism and disagreement. But perhaps some will listen to me and try to look at their lives in the light of reflection on the suggested subject.

Husbands, Love Your Wives

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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Rating: 9,3|Votes: 59

Husbands, Love Your Wives

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

We could talk about family life for a very long time, and such talks are necessary. Family should enter our consciousness as the greatest value, which we must preserve and protect with all our might; and our children and grandchildren should constantly hear about it. We should begin serious conversations on adult life with our children from the earliest years.

On the Purpose of Life

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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Rating: 8,6|Votes: 17

On the Purpose of Life

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

Let us talk about life. Do you have anyone interesting to talk to about this? If not, then don’t worry as I have very few myself. If you venture to cautiously ask your acquaintances and relatives: “Why do we live on this Earth?” or “What is the purpose of life?” their reaction will be silence or slight confusion.

Should We Believe Our Dreams? Part 2

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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Should We Believe Our Dreams? Part 2

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

Trust in dreams intensifies the state of self-delusion, convinces us that we are right, and often makes our spiritual healing impossible.

Should We Believe Our Dreams? Part 1

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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Should We Believe Our Dreams? Part 1

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

A good religious life always means a subtle contact with the spiritual world. Not only blessed angels, but also the fallen wretched spirits influence a Christian and his inner world.

How to Maintain a Prayerful Spirit Throughout Lent?

Pastoral advice

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Rating: 8,8|Votes: 8

How to Maintain a Prayerful Spirit Throughout Lent?

Pastoral advice

We are now in the fourth week of Great Lent, and many of us feel some cooling compared to the first days due to the hustle and bustle of everyday life. How can we keep a prayerful and focused spirit through the whole of Lent? How can we keep from losing the spiritual fruits acquired in the first days?

Antoine de Saint-Exupery as a Christian

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

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Rating: 9|Votes: 19

Antoine de Saint-Exupery as a Christian

Archpriest Andrei Ovchinnikov

The Christian truths are woven into many literary works with invisible threads. In order to find the precious pearl of the Gospel truth in the huge field of human thoughts you need to have sharp spiritual sight, a sensitive soul and internal intuition. This path is open for all.

How Should We Build Our Prayer Rule?

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Rating: 9,6|Votes: 5

How Should We Build Our Prayer Rule?

It is impossible to imagine a meaningful Christian life without a daily prayer rule. But what should this prayer rule be? How long or short, and consisting of which prayers? How can we prevent our daily prayer rule from becoming purely a formality? What should we pay particular attention to, and what mistakes should we avoid? And what is the most important thing in a prayer rule?

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