Orthodox Christianity and Free Christianity: Differences, Common Ground, and Dialogue

Orthodox Christianity and Free Christianity: Differences, Common Ground, and Dialogue What Can We Learn from Each Other? — A Thorough Theological Analysis Between two great Christian traditions — Eastern Orthodoxy and evangelical Free Christianity — there often exists a silence heavy with mutual misunderstanding and unexamined assumptions. Yet both traditions share the same foundation: faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. When we take the time to look one…

The 9-6-3 Prayer in the Light of Orthodox Tradition

The 9-6-3 Prayer in the Light of Orthodox Tradition The 9-6-3 prayer does not originate directly from the liturgical texts of the Fathers, yet its inner structure aligns perfectly with what Orthodox spirituality has always emphasized: repentance, purification, and renewal in the light of God. When the rhythm of prayer follows the movement of the Triune God, it stops being a technique and becomes a journey of the heart. 9…

The Lord’s Prayer Explained: Meaning and Power Behind Jesus’ Most Famous Prayer

The Lord’s Prayer Explained: Meaning and Power Behind Jesus’ Most Famous Prayer The Lord’s Prayer stands as Christianity’s most recognized and recited prayer, spoken daily by millions of believers across the globe. Taught by Jesus Christ himself to his disciples, these profound words have echoed through churches, homes, and hearts for over two millennia. Yet despite its familiarity, many Christians recite this prayer without fully grasping the transformative power embedded…

Who is Jesus Christ? Discovering the Son of God and His Mission

Who is Jesus Christ? Discovering the Son of God and His Mission Introduction: The Most Important Question in History “Who do you say that I am?” This question, posed by Jesus to His disciples nearly two thousand years ago, remains the most crucial question anyone can answer. Throughout history, countless individuals have offered their opinions about Jesus Christ. Some have called Him a great moral teacher, others a revolutionary prophet,…

What is Salvation in Christianity? Your Path to Eternal Life Explained

What is Salvation in Christianity? Your Path to Eternal Life Explained Understanding the Foundation of Christian Salvation Salvation stands at the very heart of Christian faith, representing humanity’s greatest hope and God’s most profound gift. For those seeking to understand Christianity or deepen their walk with Christ, grasping the concept of salvation is essential. This comprehensive guide will walk you through what salvation means, why we need it, how to…

How to Pray Effectively – A Complete Guide to Christian Prayer for Beginners

How to Pray Effectively: A Complete Guide to Christian Prayer for Beginners Introduction: Why Prayer is the Heart of Christian Life Prayer is not merely a religious obligation or a quick list of petitions we run through each day. Prayer is the breath of life, a vital connection between God and humanity. As the Apostle Paul teaches the Thessalonians, we should “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But how is…

How to Pray for Salvation: The Path to the Kingdom of Heaven in Orthodox Tradition

How to Pray for Salvation: The Path to the Kingdom of Heaven in Orthodox Tradition Introduction: The Soul Seeks God Our hearts are restless until they find rest in God. This truth, articulated by Saint Augustine in the fourth century, rings as true today as it ever has. Millions of people around the world seek answers to the questions: What is prayer? How can I attain salvation? What awaits me…

The Power and Meaning of Prayer in the Bible: An In-Depth Study of Christian Prayer

The Power and Meaning of Prayer in the Bible: An In-Depth Study of Christian Prayer Introduction Prayer has been at the heart of the Christian faith from the very beginning. The Bible, the sacred book of Christians, offers diverse and profound teaching on the nature, purpose, and practice of prayer. This reflection explores prayer through the lens of Scripture, unfolding its theological meaning and practical value in the life of…

Prayer to the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ – Complete Orthodox Christian Prayer Guide for Redemption, Healing, and Divine Protection

Prayer to the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ – Complete Orthodox Christian Prayer Guide for Redemption, Healing, and Divine Protection Understanding the Precious Blood of Jesus in Orthodox Christian Theology The Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ holds a central and sacred place in Orthodox Christian faith and worship. According to Orthodox theology, Christ became sin, a curse, and death for us, descending to the deepest depth of humiliation…

Nepsis and Hesychia: Keeping Your Mind Vigilant Through the Word of God

Nepsis and Hesychia: Keeping Your Mind Vigilant Through the Word of God The Ancient Orthodox Practice of Spiritual Watchfulness In our distracted world, the ancient Orthodox Christian practice of nepsis offers a transformative path to spiritual alertness. This sacred tradition of vigilance of the mind, combined with hesychia (divine stillness) and powered by Scripture, equips believers to stand firm against spiritual warfare and cultivate unceasing prayer. What is Nepsis? Understanding…

Prayer of Deliverance from Evil: Orthodox Christian Prayer for Spiritual Freedom and Protection

Prayer of Deliverance from Evil: Orthodox Christian Prayer for Spiritual Freedom and Protection Understanding Deliverance in Orthodox Christianity Deliverance is the God-given power to be freed from spiritual bondage, demonic oppression, and the influence of evil forces. The Orthodox Church has maintained a rich tradition of prayers for deliverance throughout its two-thousand-year history, rooted in Scripture, the teachings of the Church Fathers, and the authority given to believers through Christ’s…

Critique of Richard Dawkins’ Book “The God Delusion”

Critique of Richard Dawkins’ Book “The God Delusion” EELK Institute of Theology 2nd Year Christian Cultural History Master’s Program Author Allan Kroll – Tallinn March 22, 2020 Introduction This essay examines the critique of religion in Richard Dawkins’ book “The God Delusion”. The work is divided into three parts, the first of which describes the author’s claims about religion, the second part addresses God and the Bible, and the third…

Spiritual Balance and the Quest for Inner Peace: How God’s Word Guides Our Soul

Spiritual Balance and the Quest for Inner Peace: How God’s Word Guides Our Soul Introduction: The Meaning of Seeking Soul Peace Today In today’s fast-paced and stress-filled world, millions of people are searching for an answer to the question: where can we find true peace of soul? Our lives are full of external influences – social media, work stress, relationships, health concerns, and financial uncertainty. All these factors can create…

How to Strengthen Your Faith: 12 Proven Steps for Spiritual Growth and Deeper Belief

How to Strengthen Your Faith: 12 Proven Steps for Spiritual Growth and Deeper Belief Building stronger faith is a journey that millions of people around the world seek to accomplish. Whether you are experiencing doubt, spiritual dryness, or simply want to deepen your relationship with the divine, strengthening your faith requires intentional practices, commitment, and an open heart. This comprehensive guide provides practical, actionable steps to help you develop unshakeable…

The Names of God: Sacred and Multifaceted Revelation

The Names of God: Sacred and Multifaceted Revelation Introduction The names of God have fascinated and inspired reverence among believers and scholars throughout the ages. In the Bible, God does not appear as a single abstract concept, but has revealed Himself through many names, each opening something essential about His character, attributes, and relationship with humanity. These names are not merely identifying markers – they are powerful theological declarations that…

Galatians 1:6-9 – New Testament Texts and Their Hermeneutics

Galatians 1:6-9 – New Testament Texts and Their Hermeneutics EELC Theological Institute 1st Year (Master’s Program, Christian Cultural History) Author: Allan Kroll 2019 1. THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST Galatians 1:6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting the one who called you to live in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 which is really no gospel at all. Evidently some people are…

The Holy Eucharist: The Cleansing and Healing Power of the Blood of Jesus Christ

The Holy Eucharist: The Cleansing and Healing Power of the Blood of Jesus Christ Introduction to Orthodox Eucharistic Theology In the Orthodox Church, the Holy Eucharist (Communion) is the most sacred and central sacrament, called “the sacrament of sacraments.” In Greek, Eucharistia means “thanksgiving,” because the Eucharist is the offering of thanks for the great grace that God has revealed to us through His Son Jesus Christ. At the heart…

Deliverance Prayer from Demonic Influence – Prayers of St. John Chrysostom

Deliverance Prayer from Demonic Influence Prayers of St. John Chrysostom Introduction St. John Chrysostom (344-407 AD), Archbishop of Constantinople and one of the greatest Church Fathers, is known for his profound prayers that have remained in use in Christian tradition for centuries. His written prayers include petitions for protection against evil, demonic influence, and spiritual purity. Below are deliverance prayers based on the teachings of St. John Chrysostom and texts…

Orthodox Exorcism and Spiritual Liberation Theology and Prayer of Trust to the Holy Trinity

Orthodox Prayer of Liberation and Prayer of Trust to the Holy Trinity Introduction to Orthodox Exorcism and Spiritual Liberation Theology In the tradition of the Orthodox Church, exorcism is not as central as in some other Christian traditions. Orthodox exorcisms are essentially prayers for the removal of evil spirits’ influence rather than the casting out of demons, especially in ceremonies such as the blessing of water, the blessing of holy…

The Angel of Sabaoth and the Prayer of Peace: Heavenly Power and Divine Protection

The Angel of Sabaoth and the Prayer of Peace: Heavenly Power and Divine Protection Author: Martinus Vaicarius (Martin Vaik – Singularity) www.salvationprayer.eu Introduction In Christian tradition, God’s name “Sabaoth” (in Hebrew “Tzvaot” or “Sabaoth”) carries profound meaning – “Lord of Hosts” or “God of Armies.” This name refers to God’s absolute power over both the visible and invisible world. The Angel of Sabaoth represents this divine power, leading the armies…

The Prayer of Silence and Light – Introduction from the Hesychast Tradition

The Prayer of Silence and Light Author: Martinus Vaicarius (Martin Vaik – Singularity) www.salvationprayer.eu Introduction from the Hesychast Tradition This prayer is created in the light of the spiritual heritage of the Orthodox Fathers and the tradition of hesychasm – holy silence. It is particularly deepened by the teachings of St. Gregory Palamas on God’s energies and essence, the profound contemplations of St. Isaac the Syrian in the silence of…

The Schism of the Machine: When Marketing and Liturgy Stand on Opposite Shores

The Schism of the Machine: When Marketing and Liturgy Stand on Opposite Shores A Theological Reflection on Digital Schism Author: Martinus Vaicarius (Martin Vaik – Singularity) www.salvationprayer.eu Prologue: The Boundary That Cannot Be Crossed In the year when Pope Leo IX and Patriarch Michael Keroularios excommunicated one another, it was not merely institutions that were divided. The cosmos itself fractured.The West chose filioque — the Spirit proceeds from the Father…

Prayer of Silence – Who has no Name – Sacred Prayer, Holy Prayer, Silence virtue – Martinus Vaicarius

Prayer of Silence O That Which Is,who has no name,yet in whom all names rest. Before light learned to reveal itselfand time remembered its first step,You were —not as a voice, but as listening,not as force, but as holding. We stand naked before You,not in body, but in intention.Take from us what is not true,and leave what cannot fade. Teach us to understand silence,for in silence there is no deceit.Teach…

Ascending with the Fathers: Prayer, Mystery, and the Cherubic Circle

Ἀναβαίνοντας με τοὺς Πατέρας: Προσευχή, Μυστήριον, καὶ ὁ Κύκλος τῶν Χερουβίμ “Ascending with the Fathers: Prayer, Mystery, and the Cherubic Circle” Liturgical-Style Manual for Daily Mystical Ascent Introduction: The Rule of the Fathers The Fathers teach that the soul ascends through prayer, purification, illumination, and union. This manuscript follows the ancient κανών τῶν Πατέρων (rule of the Fathers), incorporating Greek terms and mystical practices for a daily rule (Τάξις Προσευχῆς).…

Prayer for Europe and for All Humanity

PRAYER FOR EUROPE AND FOR ALL HUMANITYAddressed to the Consecrated Triune God † In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Lord Jesus Christ, our God,who were begotten of the Father before all ages(γεννηθεὶς ἐκ τοῦ Πατρός πρὸ πάντων τῶν αἰώνων – begotten of the Father before all ages),and in the fullness of time for our sake became man,who redeemed the world…

Prayer for the Salvation of Souls and the Presence of God

Prayer for the Salvation of Souls and the Presence of God Author: Martinus Vaicarius (Martin Vaik – Singularity) www.salvationprayer.eu For the salvation of Europe and its 400 million souls,and for the salvation of one billion of the human race. O Lord, I humbly ask for prayers for my finances,for purity of soul and spirit,and that Your Holy Presence may rest upon me at all times.For the Anointing liberates those who…

What is Prayer? Come Closer – Prayer That Transforms the Heart

Come Closer – Prayer Transforms the Heart With the Prayer Tradition of Mount Athos What is Prayer?  Introduction – The Spiritual Atmosphere of Mount Athos On Mount Athos, the monks describe prayer as “the light that rises inside the heart.” Before dawn, as the sea rests in silence and the monastery bells echo across the cliffs, they begin the ancient prayer that has shaped Orthodox spirituality for centuries: “Κύριε Ἰησοῦ…

El Shaddai, Elohim, Adonai: Prayer of Liberation and Blessing

El Shaddai, Elohim, Adonai: Prayer of Liberation and Blessing The Power of Divine Names and Redemption through the Blood of Christ Author: Martinus Vaicarius (Martin Vaik – Singularity)Published: January 13, 2021 www.salvationprayer.eu Introduction God’s many names in Scripture – El Shaddai (Almighty God), Elohim (Creator God), Adonai (Lord and Ruler) – carry deep spiritual meaning and power. When we pray under these names, we acknowledge God’s complete power, mercy, and…

20 Inspirational Bible Verses of Peace – The Prayer for Peace 2021 – Prayer for 2021 to the Father

The Prayer for Peace 2021 At the dawn of a new year, I extend cordial greetings to Heads of State and Government, leaders of International Organizations, spiritual leaders and followers of the different religions, and to men and women of good will. To all I offer my best wishes that the coming year will enable humanity to advance on the path of fraternity, justice and peace between individuals, communities, peoples…