Great homily Father. I grew up secular and converted to Orthodoxy later in my life. It was certainly a transition to make going from “Christmas is about family” to “Christmas is about Christ” but Glory to God I’m here! I wish the rest of my family could be Orthodox.
Often left out of the story (a detrimental thing to do I'd say) is Isaac's own willingness to be sacrificed, believing in God's promise the same as his father Abraham. Had he been unwilling, the young man could have easily overpowered his elderly father. In this way Abraham and Isaac are a foreshadowing of Christ's obedience to His Heavenly Father.
Great homily Father. I grew up secular and converted to Orthodoxy later in my life. It was certainly a transition to make going from “Christmas is about family” to “Christmas is about Christ” but Glory to God I’m here! I wish the rest of my family could be Orthodox.
Glory to God. Christ and His Church hold priority over even our family. Thank you Father! ❤🙏🏼☦️
GOLDEN sermon as usual! Please post the text on your website! Would love a copy!
Often left out of the story (a detrimental thing to do I'd say) is Isaac's own willingness to be sacrificed, believing in God's promise the same as his father Abraham. Had he been unwilling, the young man could have easily overpowered his elderly father. In this way Abraham and Isaac are a foreshadowing of Christ's obedience to His Heavenly Father.