Confession and the Kingdom: Prepa...

Confession and the Kingdom: Preparing for Holy Communion Like a Saint

St. Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church Bible Study by Fr Stephen Osburn

Episode notes

In this Bible/Adult study, Anthony Ally presents a clear path to theosis, the Orthodox vision of becoming partakers of the divine nature by grace. Drawing on 2 Peter 1:4, John 17, and 2 Corinthians 3:18, he shows how Scripture and Holy Tradition belong together, how icons serve as windows to heaven, and how confession, fasting, and Holy Communion heal the heart and form the soul in Christ.

Hearpractical steps for daily prayer, keeping a simple rule, preparing for Communion, and learning to see as the Church prays. The teaching addresses common obstacles such as culture shock, explains the essence and energies distinction, and invites every listener to begin again in repentance and humility, trusting the Spirit to transform us from glory to glory.

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