by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon In all three Synoptic Gospels the chief link between the Savior's baptism and his Transfiguration is found in the Father's identification of Jesus as His "beloved Son." Only in Luke, however, does picture of Jesus at prayer join the two scenes. Here we will reflect … [Read more...]
The Three Most Important Things in Soteriology
by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon An existential approach to Soteriology should start, I believe, by asking, "What did Jesus think he was doing when he devoted himself to the work of man's Salvation?" It is less clear, perhaps, how to go about answering that question, particularly where to begin the … [Read more...]
“God’s Wrath” Was Not Part of the Theology of Israel’s Sacrificial System
by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon Adult converts to the Orthodox Church often remark on a sense of relief---not to say liberation---they felt when they became acquainted with Orthodoxy's teaching on Salvation. I have heard testimonies on this point times out of mind. These folks, coming mainly from … [Read more...]
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