Exercises You
Temptations in many ways afflict man so that he may seek divine help more tearfully; it is the economy of Divine Providence to train him, to exercise […]
Author: Helen Kotsaridou
Posts by Helen Kotsaridou
Reasons for Temptations
Temptations and trials are sent for the following reasons: To some to have their sins forgiven which they have already committed. To others to prevent them from sins […]
Elder Efraim of Arizona-Through Time to Eternity
Righteous Lot was afflicted night and day, living amidst profligate and licentious people. He was oppressed, seeing their shameful acts. Nevertheless, he didn’t judge any of them, […]
True Fasting
Let us impose restraint on all the senses, as all of them can lead to sin. If, for example, you fast from food, but allow your sight to […]
On Religion
The Christian religion transforms man and heals him. However, the main prerequisite for man to understand and discern the truth is humility. Selfishness kills man’s mind, confuses him, […]
Overcoming temptation
In time of temptation do not leave your position; do not desert it; you should not show another’s fault; do not seek justice; but by keeping silent until […]
Prayer makes us strong and robust
As fire makes iron such that it cannot be touched, so frequent prayers make the mind more robust in the war of the enemy. Therefore, they try with […]
Elder Efraim of Arizona-Illness
Jesus became a model for us by bearing His Cross. He showed thus that whoever wants to be saved must follow Him, endure the cross which […]
The necessary virtues
Said the abbot Mark: “;He who would like to cross the imaginary sea needs to have longsuffering, long-temper, humility, watchfulness, vigilance, and moderation. If he tries to enter the […]
Elder Efraim of Arizona about Repentance
Pray for me, my brother, so that the Lord may grant me repentance before I depart on the great journey from this world—for we were not created […]