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148 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 5:14 AM UTC
Posted by /u/FirefighterSingle817
I was a catechumen of Orthodox for about 3 years, I study Orthodox theology online. I readed Dostoyevsky in my junior high school,and in that time, I want to know about Orthodox and ready to be a Christian. But in my country, China mainland, there's no Orthodox church,the only c…
81 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 12:10 AM UTC
Posted by /u/USCitizen420
230pm-130am is going to be pretty rough but hopefully I'll adapt. I could use your prayers. My name is Jacob.
54 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 12:56 AM UTC
Posted by /u/IndigoBroker
I was re-reading the passion narrative in Matthew 27:52-53, which mentions that when Jesus died, the tombs broke open and many holy people were raised to life, later walking into the holy city and appearing to many people. This strikes me as an incredible event, arguably one of…
16 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 6:01 PM UTC
Posted by /u/anxiouslyalex
We are now standing room only
15 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 3:26 PM UTC
Posted by /u/babybonesxo
So I would prefer women to help me but its okay if not. I am in my 30s and given my background (evangelical) I previsouly made marriage an idol. I was obessed with getting married, fast forward now in my 30s (single) I still feel called to marraige in many ways, but I end up get…
13 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 2:51 PM UTC
Posted by /u/rainymac
I just finished part 1&2 and am looking forward to starting part 3. However, I feel absolutely terrified and have been struggling to believe I am saved because of the indwelling sin in my heart. I struggle immensely with heart sins like sinful comparison, feelings of competitive…
13 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 11:51 AM UTC
Posted by /u/ChemicalNo1172
Forgive me my brothers and sisters if I have ever caused offense or scandal. Goodbye and may God bless all of you.
11 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 5:46 PM UTC
Posted by /u/MathematicianOwn8269
Is this the best summary of the whole gospel? "And this is his command: to believe in the name of his Son, Jesus Christ, and to love one another as he commanded us."
10 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 12:24 PM UTC
Posted by /u/Firm-Dig-3030
Please pray for God to bring my wife peace and ease her anxiety. And pray for him to bring me encouragement and peace as well.
10 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 7:28 AM UTC
Posted by /u/Cuzn1
"For the unbelieving husband is made holy because of his wife, and the unbelieving wife is made holy because of her husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy." If the unbelieving spouse and children of the marriage are both classed as 'holy',…
9 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 5:11 PM UTC
Posted by /u/drotsmencharby
I've been looking into The Master's University because of its emphasis on biblical studies and its connection with John MacArthur, but I'm curious how it's generally viewed from an academic biblical scholarship perspective. I know it's an accredited university and that it requir…
9 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 10:02 AM UTC
Posted by /u/yeabuddy333
Are there any good bible podcasts or YouTube videos to watch for beginners. I’m just trying to find guidance and purpose and don’t really know where to look. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thank you
7 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 9:25 PM UTC
Posted by /u/Odd-Ad-8306
I had my cat of 14+ years put down last week. I feel guilty but here’s why: My mom passed last month. She lived with her mom, and her boyfriend (my sister and i are both adults). After her passing we had to decide what to do with our cat. He had a tumor on his paw, and for 4 yea…
7 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 5:35 PM UTC
Posted by /u/Ok-Reserve2732
I saw Fr. Peter Heers comparing it to witchcraft or smthing negative about it, but I remember that there are some people on here that play it with their priest knowing. So I was curious to what the position is on this.
7 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 8:59 AM UTC
Posted by /u/Intelligent_Ad995
Okay so my whole life I was raised in a religion called "the message" or "branhamism". I have nothing against their beliefs or the people, but theres just something missing. Plus I dont agree with they way they idolized or raised their Preacher up on a pedestal. Ive only recentl…
5 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 7:07 PM UTC
Posted by /u/Various_Curve_5968
Hello everyone. Hope you all doing great. I have a question for you all. When you start reading a Bible chapter and run into unfamiliar context, names, or difficult ideas, what do you usually do before continuing?
5 upvotes
Aug 5, 2026, 1:24 PM UTC
Posted by /u/Zealousideal_Cat599
I've tried fasting and failed and grown weary. When I fast I find that my OCD (the intrusive thoughts variety) becomes significantly worse and I'm less motivated to pray. All I can think about is what food I'm missing out on. It makes me very grouchy. It really irks me when peop…