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The Word at Christ the SaviorConfronting the DarknessFr. Joseph meditates on finding hope in the darkness. He illustrates this in several examples where we are called to find hope in the darkest times by walking through the path and not running from it, by seeking the light of Christ, and by moving forward in love, no matter how difficult it may be. We must lean on our hope in Christ to be able to conquer any darkness that meets our path. Tune in to hear more. Fr. Joseph Abraham – January 14, 2024Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww...2024-01-1522 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorSeeking ChristFr. Joseph meditates on the intent to find Truth. When the Maggi seek Christ, even though they are gentiles, they do so at the expense of completely changing their life. When they saw the Truth in Christ, they knelt down and worshiped Him. We must ask ourselves if we seek the Truth with all our heart or do we ignore it when it wants to change us, purify us, refine us. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – January 7, 2024Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org2024-01-0824 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWho Am I?Fr. Joseph explains that our goal is not to please humanity, which is never satisfied regardless of what we do. Instead, we must be true to ourselves, which is to find my identity in Christ. Even when Christ Himself came down to the level of humanity, they were not satisfied. So, when we anchor our identity in Christ, we can fulfill our true purpose of loving and serving others. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – September 17, 2023Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2023-09-1822 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorUnited with ChristFr. Joseph explains that our sole purpose is our union with Christ, for Him to abide in us and us in Him. The church gives us the opportunity to unite with Him through the partaking of the Eucharist, which is made possible from our baptism and chrismation. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – July 23, 2023Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2023-07-2426 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorStepping Into Our NatureFr. Joseph explains that when Christ died on the cross for us, it was in His Divine nature to love and sacrifice for us. Likewise, because we are made in the image of God, it is in our nature to serve and love as Christ loved. And just as much as the Body of Christ needs our service, we equally need to serve and should be proactive in serving without hesitation or restraint. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – July 9, 2023Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.th...2023-07-1028 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Way of LoveFr. Joseph explains that in human nature, it is challenging to respond to evil and hatred with love. The only One who could respond with love is Christ Himself, because He is Love. And the only way we can do what we are called to do, to serve others and bring them to Christ, is to empty ourselves completely and let Christ dwell in us and do the work in us, so that we may respond to everyone with His love and change the world through Him. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – July 2, 2023Ch...2023-07-0315 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWords of PeaceFr. Joseph explains that real peace is found in Jesus Christ in how we uphold His word. Thus, the words that we speak unto others are critical in imparting divine peace unto others, because we are made to be a vessel so that Christ can transform others through our words to them. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – May 28, 2023Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2023-05-2923 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Servant as a ParacleteJust as Christ is our Paraclete, everyone in Christ participates in His role as an advocate and intercessor. This is especially essential in the life of the servant. By his intercessory prayers, he gives salvation to the world. Fr. Joseph explains how this concept comes to life in our ministry. Fr. Joseph Abraham – May 18, 2023Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2023-05-1944 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorEyes From the CreatorFr. Joseph explains that there are 3 lessons we can learn from the man born blind by answering the following questions.What did this man have to do to receive his new eyes? He had to humble himself and obey.What did his eyesight do for him? It provided him a fresh start. Christ created new eyes for him and therefore created a new life for him that allowed him to walk in confidence.What was the hidden mystery in his transformation? This man received eyes of faith. He recognized his truth of his identity and the truth of...2023-04-0329 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Season of Joy: Part 4 - The Joy of RepentanceIn this four part series, Fr. Joseph meditates on the joys of the Christmas season, throughout the month of Kiahk. In this fourth and final part, he explains the joy of repentance and being renewed in Christ. Repentance gives us the joy of a new start with unlimited opportunities to restart and try again. When we confess and expose our thoughts to a priest, we are set free from those sins and become a new person, renewed and transformed in Christ. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – January 1, 2023Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox Ch...2023-01-0224 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Season of Joy: Part 3 - The Joy of ServiceIn this four part series, Fr. Joseph meditates on the joys of the Christmas season, throughout the month of Kiahk. In this third part, he illustrates this in St. Mary’s visit to Elizabeth. She went hastily to serve her cousin, and put her needs last, even though she was also pregnant and needed rest. Fr. Joseph explains that when we serve, it is not us who serve, but Christ himself who serves through us. And since Christ is the source of joy, when we serve, we walk in the footsteps of Christ while simultaneously serving Christ Himself. In do...2022-12-2625 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWhy Do You Call Me Good?Fr. Joseph explains that if we consider Christ as truly good then we consider Christ as truly God, for only One is good, that is God. When we declare Christ as God, we entrust our entire lives to Him. Yet there’s one specific activity that proves this trust above all else—prayer. Nothing is more indicative of our trust in God than our reliance on Him in prayer.Fr. Joseph Abraham – December 4, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-12-0528 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorCan Hate Be a Good Thing?Fr. Joseph explains that the passions or emotions of hate, anger, shame, fear, etc. were essentially created to serve us, but were corrupted during the fall. Fr. Joseph clarifies that when Christ called us to hate our family, we are called to hate our attachments, our own will, our worldly life. This is the only way to truly cling and bind ourselves to Christ. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – November 27, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-11-2826 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorClimbing the Sycamore TreeFr. Joseph explains that in order for us to truly see Christ, we must climb the sycamore tree. Climbing the sycamore tree symbolizes climbing the cross, going above the world and taking the harder road with humility, just like Zacchaeus, who subjected himself to the mockery and humiliation of society as he climbed the sycamore tree. We must also take the same path of humility in order to see Christ clearly and directly. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – October 2, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.th...2022-10-0325 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorMeditations on the Icon of St. MaryIcons communicate a hidden reality to us. They are a source to teach us, and there is much to learn from the icon of St. Mary. Jack Ghali mediates on three lessons we can learn from her beautiful icon—to always carry Christ, to intercede for the world, and to see with spiritual eyes. Jack Ghali – August 16, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-08-1721 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorHer Afflictions Are Beyond WordsSt. Mary suffered like no one else. Her love for Christ bound her to Him through every step of His suffering. She also identifies with humanity in all our afflictions because of her bond with us. This has a profound implication for our life. Fr. Joseph explains that for us to emulate St. Mary is for us to walk in the same path and to embrace the afflictions of life with faith. It’s no easy task but we can do that in a practical way by sympathizing with others, praying with perseverance, and bearing the general inconveniences of li...2022-08-1540 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorOur Chief CornerstoneFr. Joseph explains that Christ is our chief cornerstone. He is absolutely essential in our life and without Him, we are broken. With Him, we are stable and protected, and the pillars that He provides to strengthen our spiritual life should not be taken for granted. Some of those pillars are our liturgical life, creating relationships with the Saints, and receiving the blessings of fasting and prayer. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – August 7, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-08-0827 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorDying Is the Easy PartAlthough it seems courageous, St. Thomas’s suggestion to go with Christ and “die with Him,” comes from a cowardly place. The wisdom of the early Church fathers tells us that Thomas wanted to simply escape the suffering, even if the escape was death itself. As we are afflicted by countless struggles in life that seem hopeless, we are tempted to look for a way out and circumvent the path of suffering. Fr. Joseph explains that many of us are willing to die with Christ, but few of us are willing to suffer with Christ. Tune in to hear more a...2022-08-0125 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorBlessed and BrokenThe event of feeding the multitude with the five loaves and the two fish prefigures the act of Christ feeding humanity with Himself. We are likewise called to participate in this Eucharistic offering, to give ourselves to others in the very same manner that Christ gave Himself to the world. Just as Christ first blessed and broke the bread to be distributed, we must also be blessed and broken. Fr. Joseph meditates on what these two words really mean and how our unique blessedness and brokenness relate to the way we are to give ourselves as food and nourishment...2022-07-2527 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorLambs Among WolvesChrist sent His apostles to minister to the people “as lambs among wolves.” This daunting imagery tells us that ministry is a journey of complete dependence on God since we are to go out as helpless lambs. Fr. Joseph explains that this is the nature of our ministry. To go out as lambs among wolves means to reflect Christ crucified. It means to assume the position of a slaughtered lamb, to sacrifice ourselves for the life of the world. It means to cover the sins of others, to be crucified for others and with others, to carry their burdens no m...2022-07-1121 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorTwo Ways There AreThe first line of the Didache tells us, “Two Ways there are, one of Life and one of Death, and there is a great difference between the Two Ways.” This principle echoes exactly what Christ teaches us, “He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters abroad.” (Matt 12:30) As difficult as it is to commit to the right side, God has set before us "life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live.” (Duet 30:19). In this sermon, Fr. Joseph explains the necessity of living...2022-06-2724 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Clash Between Truth and ToleranceIn our society, truth has become relative. On the surface, it seems to be all about tolerance but that’s far from the real case. Fr. Joseph exposes the hypocrisy in our intolerant society and reminds us that we’re still obligated to fight for the truth, whether by words or silence. We must judge between what’s right or wrong without condemning anyone, and walk through life abiding by what we believe is true, regardless of the cost. That means the way we live—what we think, what we hear, what we watch, what we do, how we dress, h...2022-05-3031 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Church Is the Mother of the LivingFr. Joseph explains that the church is the true mother of the living. And as Christ is considered the second Adam, the Church is the second Eve. The Church is so essential and yet most of us don’t appreciate how important it is for our life. The church connects us to Christ in the ultimate way through our partaking in the Bread of Life (the Eucharist). Tune in to hear how we can take the right action to better appreciate the sacredness of the Church.Fr. Joseph Abraham – May 8, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox Chur...2022-05-0940 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorChrist is Risen but the Cross Still RemainsOn the feast of Resurrection, we have to ask ourselves what it really means to be resurrected with Christ. During the Holy 50 Days we typically relax and regress but if we understand that the resurrection is always tied to the crucifixion, then we affirm with St. Paul, “I die daily,” not just during Lent or Holy Week. Fr. Joseph explains what that really means and how we can actually experience the joy of the risen life while still taking up our cross.Fr. Joseph Abraham – April 24, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los An...2022-04-2519 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Journey from Death to LifeThroughout Holy Week, we encounter several different themes. As the Fathers explain, “He took what is ours and gave us what is His.” This exchange is the purpose of all His work and ultimately what Christ intended to do throughout His passion as He approached the cross. Dr. John reflects on how Christ transforms our life through this mystical exchange. Tune in to hear more. Dr. John Danial – April 21, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-04-2225 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWhy I May Not Benefit From CommunionAt the night of the last supper, Christ established the mystery of the Eucharist. This Sacrament is mystically connected to the sacrament of washing the disciples’ feet, which ultimately reflects mystery of His divine love in the cross. When we take Holy Communion we receive the mystery of that divine love. It is a grace above all grace. But for that grace to work within us, Dr. Ihab explains the necessity of one requirement. And the reason we may not benefit from Communion at times is because this prerequisite is often absent from our life. Tune in to hear wh...2022-04-2130 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorCome As You AreWe all know that Christ accepted and embraced everyone, especially the lost and the sinful; and we all agree that we should do the same. But do we really empower others to come to Christ just as they are? Do we embody the same love of Christ in the Church? Are our arms really open to everyone around us? Do we have reservations in accepting different people? Do we extend Christ’s loving embrace to those struggling without bias? These are some questions Shawn Hakim addresses in this sermon. As challenging and convicting as this message may be, we’re a...2022-04-2021 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThrough The Eyes of the MessiahRaed Zaitoon invites us to approach Holy Week through the eyes of Christ. For the sake of His love for us, Christ laid down His life on the cross; and for the joy that was set before Him, He endured the suffering. Jesus compels us to embrace the cross out of love and joy.Raed Zaitoon – April 18, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-04-1929 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Lord Has Need of ItFr. Joseph explains that the colt was made free when it was loosened from the ties that held it down. It willingly consented to be led by Christ. The colt resembles our will. “The Lord has need of it,” means the Lord needs the consent of our will to save us. Although God actually needs nothing, St. Augustine says, “He who created us without our help will not save us without our consent.” It is the total submission of our own free will to Christ that allows us to be saved. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph A...2022-04-1817 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorSigns of HopeMetropolitan Serapion explains that Christ heals people to satisfy their needs and to prove His divinity. As in the case of the man born blind, Christ reveals Himself as the Creator. He enlightened him by giving him eyes to see and directing him to wash in the pool of Siloam, which points to the path of our enlightenment—baptism. The obedience of this man to go and wash his eyes teaches us that healing comes through faith and cooperation with Christ. Tune in to hear how we can apply this to our own faith in order to be healed an...2022-04-1121 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorHope in our Failures: Part 2In the second part of this series, Fr. Joseph illustrates to us how the Samaritan woman lived in hopeless shame and despair, but after knowing Christ, she leaves her entire life behind in repentance to live a new life in Christ. Tune in to hear how we can leave our own past and cling to a joyful life in Christ.Fr. Joseph Abraham – March 27, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-03-2834 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorVictory in the WildernessFr. Joseph explains that by Christ triumphing in the wilderness, the most desolate and hopeless place of humanity, we are restored by His victory and are strengthened to overcome our own spiritual battles. By His victory, He gives us the grace to help us overcome our own wilderness (sins, struggles, hopelessness) through our fasting and prayer.Fr. Joseph Abraham – March 13, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-03-1420 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Lord’s Prayer ExplainedFr. Joseph reflects on the Lord’s Prayer and explains how sacred and foundational this prayer is for our whole life. From the first words in the prayer, we boldly address God as, “Our Father.” Through the incarnation, Christ gave us this gift of Grace to acknowledge this reality and to enjoy a closer intimacy with the Father. We then progress to make several spiritual petitions that serve as the core of all our prayers. Tune in to learn about the depth of the Lord’s prayer so that we may understand how powerful this prayer is for our spiritua...2022-02-2832 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorMaking Theophany a Reality in Our LifeOn the feast of Theophany, Fr. Joseph explains how God reveals Himself to us in this profound event. Christ—the manifestation of God—bears witness by His own baptism, which means His death and resurrection. This mystical baptism revealed the humility of God to humanity. Likewise, there is no other way for us to reveal God to the world apart from our own baptism, which means our own martyrdom. Tune in to hear how we can apply this concept into our life in a practical way.Fr. Joseph Abraham – January 18, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox Church...2022-01-1910 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWhat It Means To Have “Good Eyes”Fr. Joseph shows us what it means to have “good eyes.” It is not optimism but rather the hope in God in all things, good and bad. It’s to keep our eyes on the cross and not allow the world to influence our quest for life with Christ.Fr. Joseph Abraham – January 16, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2022-01-1721 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Right Way to FleeThere are times when we have to flee but we always flee with purpose, with an intentional direction, to the name of Jesus. The Church teaches us that nothing is more powerful than running to the name of Christ, and we do that through a short and sweet prayer called, ‘The Jesus Prayer.’ This humble prayer is accessible to all of us, but we do need some discretion as we start practicing this beautiful prayer. Tune in as Fr. Joseph explains how to benefit from ‘The Jesus Prayer.’Fr. Joseph Abraham – January 9, 2022Christ the Savior American Coptic Ort...2022-01-1025 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Greatest Gift of LoveAs the new born King accepted the three gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh from the magi, we must also imitate Him in accepting these very same gifts. But what do these gifts mean exactly? Fr. Joseph explains how these three gifts have different meanings but they actually point to the same reality—the cross! So in imitating Christ, we must accept these gifts that ultimately point to our crucifixion. And how do we do that? In a simple way, we can embrace the cross and make a practical sacrifice of love to God by offering Him our time wi...2022-01-0740 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorSalvation Is Not a DestinationFr. Joseph explains that salvation is a process including three elements—past, present, and future. “I was saved, I am being saved, I will be saved.”Those who experience Christ here on earth experience salvation and eternal life at the present time. Tune in to hear about how to focus on the journey instead of just the destination.Fr. Joseph Abraham – December 5, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-12-0628 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Language of ChristFr. Joseph explains how Christ used love and compassion to connect and transform people’s hearts. Compassion and love are how we are able to meet people right where they are and connect in a way that speaks to them, so that we may show them God’s love through the care we give them. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – November 21, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-11-2225 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorOur Freedom Is Rooted in Our Spiritual DisciplineFr. Joseph explains how we ought to reflect the firmness of strong roots by adhering to a strict discipline. This is radically different from a rigid legalistic Christianity. Our foundation is freedom in the spirit, but it’s when our roots are firm and grounded in Christ we are more disciplined and firm in our spiritual path so that we serve, read the Scriptures, pray and share God’s love to the world. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – November 14, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoo...2021-11-1531 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Essential Role of the CongregationFr. Joseph talks about the healing of the paralytic man and how the crowd, by their hospitality and compassion for one another, allowed him to be lowered from the rooftop and be healed from Christ. They celebrated his healing. Fr. Joseph directs us to focus on the importance of the crowd and their role in his healing. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – October 17, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-10-1831 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Essence of Eternal LifeFr. Joseph explains that when we show love, we are living with Christ and that is what gives us true joy and eternal life. When we are far from God because of sin, we are essentially dead, because we are created to feel alive in Christ’s presence. That happens by loving God through loving others. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – September 19, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-09-2026 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFulfilling Your Service in HumilityBishop Abraham explains that St. John fulfilled his mission with humility. He prepared the way for Christ by preaching the gospel to the people and to open the minds and hearts of the people to accept Lord Jesus. Tune in to hear more. H.G. Bishop Abraham – September 12, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-09-1320 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorPracticing Diligence in Our Walk with ChristFr. Joseph explains how the devil uses our weaknesses against us. He tricks us using our own bad habits:ProcrastinationWanting instant gratificationBeing content with “good enough”Tune in to hear how Fr. Joseph deciphers Satan’s messages to us and how we can combat this trickery.Fr. Joseph Abraham – August 21, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-08-2216 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorA Dead Man WalkingHave you ever had a desire to change the world? Have you ever thought about how to do that exactly? In the story of Lazarus we find the perfect answer—a dead man walking, a living gospel, and a testimony to the grace of God. When we are transformed and raised from the dead we become the greatest tool for the transformation of the whole world. Tune in to hear more about how we can change the world by following in the footsteps of Lazarus, whose very existence threatened the scribes’ agenda to discredit Christ.Fr. Joseph Abra...2021-08-0125 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWhat Really Matters in PrayerAfter Christ fed the multitude with five loaves and two fish we learned that God always provides and we must trust in Him. It is essential to have faith in God throughout our spiritual life, especially in our efforts to build a solid foundation for prayer and communion with God. Faith is what really matters in prayer. Fr. Joseph explains how three key elements about faith serve as the foundation for building a solid life of prayer from Fr. Jacques Philippe’s beautiful book, “Time for God.”Fr. Joseph Abraham – July 24, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox...2021-07-2521 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Good ShepherdH.G. Bishop Abraham describes how Christ cares for His flock as a Good Shepherd using the teachings of St. Cyril as a primary source. Just as Christ is the Good Shepherd, He is also The Door by which we must enter and find rest.H.G. Bishop Abraham – July 10, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-07-1121 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Meaning of LoveH.G. Bishop Kyrillos meditates on the meaning of love and how we can practically imitate Christ to love our enemies. The true work of love compassion and forgiveness, which is only possible by the Grace of God, is transformational. One proof of this reality is found in the life of St. Simon of Cyrene, who received the blessing of carrying the cross. HG offers two possible options to approach the commandment to love our enemies and explains how one path is better. Tune in to hear more.H.G. Bishop Kyrillos – July 3, 2021Christ the Savior Am...2021-07-0413 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Work of the Holy SpiritFr. Joseph explains that the Holy Spirit searched for a worthy place in order for Christ to be incarnate, and that worthy place was found in St. Mary. Similarly, the Holy Spirit also looks for the same attributes of St. Mary’s heart to be found in us, so that He can likewise cause the presence of Christ to increase in us. This is the essential role of the Holy Spirit—to translate the life of Christ to us. Tune in to hear more about the attributes we should strive to have for the Spirit to produce the life of C...2021-06-2021 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorOvercoming the World with ChristFr. Joseph explains that when Christ tells us that He has overcome the world, we should feel at peace, knowing that because He dwells in us, we are then able to overcome the world as well. But, we must do our part by cooperating, praying, and putting in the effort so that through Him, we can find victory. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – June 12, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-06-1323 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorA Comparison Between Christ and LazarusChrist is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death. Fr. Joseph takes a closer look at the resurrection of Christ compared to the raising of Lazarus in five reflections. The connections between both events have a profound significance on our understanding of the resurrection and its application to our life.Fr. Joseph Abraham – May 1, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-05-0220 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorPaschal Praise: Part 6 - The Lord Is My Strength and My Praise, He Became to Me a Sacred SalvationThroughout this 6-part series in Holy Week, Fr. Joseph meditates on the paschal doxology—Thine is the power, the glory, the blessing, and the majesty, forever amen, Emanuel our God and our King, my Lord Jesus Christ, my good Savior, the Lord is my strength, and my praise, He became to me a sacred salvation. This beautiful doxology is full of depth and serves as the heart of the paschal theme. Despite the evident pain and humiliation in the sufferings of Christ, there is a hidden paradox throughout this praise that permeates the entire Holy Week and transforms us....2021-05-0129 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorPaschal Praise: Part 5 - My Lord, Jesus Christ, My Good SaviorThroughout this 6-part series in Holy Week, Fr. Joseph meditates on the paschal doxology—Thine is the power, the glory, the blessing, and the majesty, forever amen, Emanuel our God and our King, my Lord Jesus Christ, my good Savior, the Lord is my strength, and my praise, He became to me a sacred salvation. This beautiful doxology is full of depth and serves as the heart of the paschal theme. Despite the evident pain and humiliation in the sufferings of Christ, there is a hidden paradox throughout this praise that permeates the entire Holy Week and transforms us....2021-04-3026 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorPaschal Praise: Part 4 - Emmanuel, Our God, and Our KingThroughout this 6-part series in Holy Week, Fr. Joseph meditates on the paschal doxology—Thine is the power, the glory, the blessing, and the majesty, forever amen, Emanuel our God and our King, my Lord Jesus Christ, my good Savior, the Lord is my strength, and my praise, He became to me a sacred salvation. This beautiful doxology is full of depth and serves as the heart of the paschal theme. Despite the evident pain and humiliation in the sufferings of Christ, there is a hidden paradox throughout this praise that permeates the entire Holy Week and transforms us....2021-04-2929 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorPaschal Praise: Part 3 - Thine is the BlessingThroughout this 6-part series in Holy Week, Fr. Joseph meditates on the paschal doxology—Thine is the power, the glory, the blessing, and the majesty, forever amen, Emanuel our God and our King, my Lord Jesus Christ, my good Savior, the Lord is my strength, and my praise, He became to me a sacred salvation. This beautiful doxology is full of depth and serves as the heart of the paschal theme. Despite the evident pain and humiliation in the sufferings of Christ, there is a hidden paradox throughout this praise that permeates the entire Holy Week and transforms us....2021-04-2827 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorPaschal Praise: Part 2 - Thine is the Glory/MajestyThroughout this 6-part series in Holy Week, Fr. Joseph meditates on the paschal doxology—Thine is the power, the glory, the blessing, and the majesty, forever amen, Emanuel our God and our King, my Lord Jesus Christ, my good Savior, the Lord is my strength, and my praise, He became to me a sacred salvation. This beautiful doxology is full of depth and serves as the heart of the paschal theme. Despite the evident pain and humiliation in the sufferings of Christ, there is a hidden paradox throughout this praise that permeates the entire Holy Week and transforms us....2021-04-2733 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorPaschal Praise: Part 1 - Thine is the PowerThroughout this 6-part series in Holy Week, Fr. Joseph meditates on the paschal doxology—Thine is the power, the glory, the blessing, and the majesty, forever amen, Emanuel our God and our King, my Lord Jesus Christ, my good Savior, the Lord is my strength, and my praise, He became to me a sacred salvation. This beautiful doxology is full of depth and serves as the heart of the paschal theme. Despite the evident pain and humiliation in the sufferings of Christ, there is a hidden paradox throughout this praise that permeates the entire Holy Week and transforms us....2021-04-2631 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorExpectation vs Reality in our Walk With ChristFr. Joseph explains that we must expect to struggle in our walk with Christ. When we don’t have the right expectations, we will inevitably be disappointed. So just as Christ will struggle and approach his crucifixion shortly after they welcome Him into Jerusalem, we must also expect to bear our cross with Him.Fr. Joseph Abraham – April 25, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-04-2615 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Blessings Hidden in Cooperation With GodFr. Joseph explains the story of Lazarus from the lens of the people who helped roll away the stone from the tomb. He explains that in their cooperation, they were the most affected by the miracle of Christ bringing back Lazarus from the dead. It is in our cooperation to move the stones of the tombs in our hearts so that Christ can do His work in us. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – April 24, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-04-2511 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Sacrament of the Present Moment: Part 14The Sacrament of the Present Moment by Jean-Pierre de CaussadeChapter 2 - The Divine Action Works Unceasingly for the Sanctification of SoulsSection 5 - The Actions of Jesus Christ on the Souls of MenFr. Joseph Abraham – March 28, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-03-2804 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorEmbracing the ConflictFr. Joseph explains that when we are focused and driven in carrying our cross, we are edified in the process and our spiritual relationship with Christ is strengthened. The more we are intentional in our mission to step into conflict and discomfort in our spiritual life, the more we can enjoy His grace and mercy. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – March 20, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-03-2127 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorTime for FocusFr. Daniel explains that in this time of the great lent, we need to focus on the one true thing that matters – our relationship with God. When we rightly focus on Christ, we’re able to stop worrying about the little things – our hunger, our circumstances, our troubles. When we keep our eyes on seeking Christ, we entrust Him with our day-to-day needs and He provides everything we need. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Daniel Meleka – March 13, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-03-1317 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorHolistic FastingFr. Joseph shows us examples of how we should participate in lent. We are called to remove distracting desires from our spiritual and physical life so that we are free to abide in Christ. In this full immersion of the fast, Christ provides the true sustenance for our eternal lives. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – March 6, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-03-0725 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorAllow Me To Introduce Myself: Session 2Each one of us is created in the image of God. We share the same human nature and the same Heavenly Father, yet much in the world opposes that fundamental truth. We must strive for justice and equality, but with all the racial and sociopolitical tension, there is constant pressure to reduce each person to a group identity, which further divides us. So how exactly can we work to restore our Christian unity and recognize our unique identity in Christ across different races and cultures? This is a critical question that Fr. Joseph addresses in this podcast, w...2021-03-0155 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorAllow Me To Introduce Myself: Session 1Each one of us is created in the image of God. We share the same human nature and the same Heavenly Father, yet much in the world opposes that fundamental truth. We must strive for justice and equality, but with all the racial and sociopolitical tension, there is constant pressure to reduce each person to a group identity, which further divides us. So how exactly can we work to restore our Christian unity and recognize our unique identity in Christ across different races and cultures? This is a critical question that Fr. Joseph addresses in this podcast, w...2021-03-0149 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorOn a Personal Level With ChristFr. Joseph explains that as we partake of the bread of life in the holy communion, we get to experience an intimacy with Christ like no other. And for that reason, we must acknowledge that as we partake of the Eucharist, we are exchanging our sinful life for His divinity. And with this, we are able to be more Christ-like.Fr. Joseph Abraham – February 27, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-02-2821 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Mandatory OfferingFr. Cyril explains that Christ performed the mandatory offering by shedding His blood and dying for our sins on the cross. In our worship it’s important that we also participate in the mandatory offering, which in our case is our repentance of our sins. He goes on to explain both the voluntary and mandatory offerings to guide us in our path of worship. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Cyril Gorgy – February 20, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-02-2118 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorHumility Expels EnvyFr. Joseph talks about what it means to live our life without envy. We can resist the temptation to envy others by having a humble heart that seeks to glorify God and to be content in all things. Using the model of St. John the Baptist, we can learn to have our eyes fixed on Christ and to have fulfillment in Him alone. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – January 24, 2021Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2021-01-2520 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFrom Distant to Near: Part 4 - Praise and GlorificationFr. Joseph meditates on the theme of Kiahk in anticipation to the Incarnation of our Lord Jesus Christ, which reconciles us with the Father and gives us access to a deeper relationship of love, communion, and prayer with Him. Though we were distant from The Fall, God brought us near when He became flesh. Emmanuel, “God with us,” made it possible to have an intimate relationship with Him. This relationship is the meaning of salvation, which materializes through a life of prayer. Part 4 of this 4 part series delves into the aspect of praise and glorification, which is both the summ...2021-01-0432 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFrom Distant to Near: Part 3 - Unceasing PrayerFr. Joseph meditates on the theme of Kiahk in anticipation to the incarnation of our Lord Jesus Christ, which reconciles us with the Father and gives us access to a deeper relationship of love and communion with Him. Though we were distant from The Fall, God brought us near when He became flesh. Emmanuel, “God with us,” made it possible to have an intimate relationship with Him. This relationship is the meaning of salvation, which materializes through a life of prayer. Part 3 of this 4 part series delves into two practices we can use to deepen our sense of God’s pres...2020-12-2736 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFrom Distant to Near: Part 2 - MeditationFr. Joseph meditates on the theme of Kiahk in anticipation to the Incarnation of our Lord Jesus Christ, which reconciles us with the Father and gives us access to a deeper relationship of love, communion, and prayer with Him. Though we were distant from The Fall, God brought us near when He became flesh. Emmanuel, “God with us,” made it possible to have an intimate relationship with Him. This relationship is the meaning of salvation, which materializes through a life of prayer. Part 2 of this 4 part series delves into the aspect of meditation throughout our prayer life and explains how...2020-12-2029 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFrom Distant to Near: Part 1 - PrayerFr. Joseph meditates on the theme of Kiahk in anticipation to the Incarnation of our Lord Jesus Christ, which reconciles us with the Father and gives us access to a deeper relationship of love and communion with Him. Though we were distant from The Fall, God brought us near when He became flesh. Emmanuel, “God with us,” made it possible to have an intimate relationship with Him. This relationship is the meaning of salvation, which materializes through a life of prayer. Part 1 of this 4 part series delves into the meaning of the life of prayer that was made possible for...2020-12-1427 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThrow Seeds EverywhereFather Joseph explains that we must be impartial in devoting time and effort into all aspects of our spiritual growth. The more that we fill our own cup, the more able we are to serve and to grow in Christ.Fr. Joseph Abraham – November 15, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-11-1629 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorIt’s the Small Things That Define UsFr. Joseph explains that the little things we do, the small details of our actions are the essence of our lives. They are what define who we are as Christians. Take advantage of these small opportunities to refine our relationship with Christ and aid in the transformation of our spirit. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – November 8, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-11-0917 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorOur Hope Derives from Our Bond with ChristFr. Joseph explains that when we hope in Christ, we undoubtedly strengthen our bond with Him. The more we seek to know Christ and develop a relationship with Him, the greater the hope we have in Him for our lives and our salvation.Fr. Joseph Abraham – November 1, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-11-0223 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorGoing All In the Deep EndFr. Joseph talks about our depth in our relationship with Christ. When we move from the shallow waters to the deep end, we get out of our comfort zone and we rely more heavily on God’s guidance and protection, which helps us grow more in our faith.Fr. Joseph Abraham – October 18, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-10-1927 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWhat’s the Purpose?Fr. Joseph shows us that when we know our purpose, we find the drive to move forward faithfully and with more conviction. Our purpose outweighs our distractions and keeps us focused on Christ. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – October 11, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-10-1227 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorDedication Through the CrossFr. Joseph explains that the feast of the cross commemorates the dedication of Christ for our redemption. He makes the ultimate sacrifice in order to redeem us from our sins. In turn, we must dedicate our life to Christ by living a life that glorifies Him. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – September 27, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-09-2731 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorHumility Is the SuperpowerFr. Joseph talks about how Christ was our example of humility and love in its highest form and that when we strive to empty ourselves of our ego and pride, we are better able to achieve God’s will for us. Tune in to hear more.Fr. Joseph Abraham – August 23, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-08-2423 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorLoving Christ Through Your EnemiesFr. Joseph redefines those we consider as “enemies.” He explains that we must love our enemies at all costs, and in loving our enemies, we need to expect nothing in return.Fr. Joseph Abraham – July 5, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-07-0647 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFrom Suffering to Glory: Session 3Suffering. It’s one word we don’t love to hear, one concept we barely understand, one experience we usually avoid; yet we all, at one point or another, have to talk about it, try to understand it, and inevitably experience it. Listen to Fr. Paul Girguis share what this concept really means and how we, throughout our pains, can actually have the mind of Christ, who chose the path of suffering as the path to glory. Fr. Paul Girguis – June 28, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-06-2925 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFrom Suffering to Glory: Session 2Suffering. It’s one word we don’t love to hear, one concept we barely understand, one experience we usually avoid; yet we all, at one point or another, have to talk about it, try to understand it, and inevitably experience it. Listen to Fr. Paul Girguis share what this concept really means and how we, throughout our pains, can actually have the mind of Christ, who chose the path of suffering as the path to glory. Fr. Paul Girguis – June 28, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-06-2941 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFrom Suffering to Glory: Session 1Suffering. It’s one word we don’t love to hear, one concept we barely understand, one experience we usually avoid; yet we all, at one point or another, have to talk about it, try to understand it, and inevitably experience it. Listen to Fr. Paul Girguis share what this concept really means and how we, throughout our pains, can actually have the mind of Christ, who chose the path of suffering as the path to glory. Fr. Paul Girguis – June 28, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org2020-06-2841 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWhy Unity Is Not the GoalFr. Joseph explains how unity can be influenced by Satan to seem moral and just. But, unity is not our goal. Our goal is to be centered in Christ and pursue unity in Him. Listen to see how we can focus more on Christ and detach from the false sense of unity for its own sake.Fr. Joseph Abraham – June 28, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-06-2844 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorSeek the Truth Through ChristFr. Joseph explains that living a decent life is not enough, but that we must have the humility to seek and surrender to the truth, which is the way to Christ. Through Him, we can live in truth. Tune in to learn how to avoid the distorted truth so we’re not led astray.Fr. Joseph Abraham – May 24, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-05-2540 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorTo a New BeginningFr. Joseph explains that Christ, who is the Sun of Righteousness and the Light of the world, offers us renewal, restoration, and the joy of the Resurrection. With each new day, we have the chance to offer repentance so that we may be renewed in Him. Tune in to hear how to best utilize our new beginnings, each morning.Fr. Joseph Abraham – May 17, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-05-1845 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorMissing the MarkFr. Joseph explains how we are missing the core of a full spiritual life when we focus on just “getting by” or just doing the bare minimum to avoid sin. Tune in to learn more about what it means to follow Christ. Fr. Joseph Abraham – April 5, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-04-061h 01The Word at Christ the SaviorSeeking Peace by Living in the MomentFr. Joseph talks about the idea of us seeking peace and stresses that the peace we seek is Christ Himself. When we are so busy and too focused on the future, we are not living in the moment. But, it’s in the present moment where we re-focus on Christ, who is the actual essence of our peace. Tune in for more. Fr. Joseph Abraham - February 15, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-02-1630 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorOrthodoxy 101: Session 6What is the purpose of life? The early Church Fathers answered this question by determining the very purpose of God’s incarnation. They teach us that God became man that man may become god; we also learn from Scriptures that through His Grace we may be partakers of the divine nature (2 Peter 1:4). Orthodoxy teaches us that salvation is theosis. But what does that really mean? That means a process of becoming, by God’s Grace, all that He is by nature. The purpose of our life is then a question of how one can assimilate to the life of Chri...2020-01-202h 10The Word at Christ the SaviorOrthodoxy 101: Session 3From the fifth century until today, many heresies like Islam have antagonized the faith. Events like the crusades were tragically divisive. Christianity suffered from several schisms. From the division between the Oriental and Eastern Orthodox Church, to the schism of the Catholic Church, and the last major schism of the Protestant Reformation, there is much to be learned. Despite our common unity, there are some real differences. With over 30,000 different denominations of Christianity out there, the Orthodox Church’s claim to be the true Church is validated by the Church’s unwavering adherence to the authentic Apostolic faith that was...2020-01-201h 50The Word at Christ the SaviorOrthodoxy 101: Session 2The early Church faced countless heresies, from Paganism to Gnosticism, and the Holy Fathers fought ardently to preserve the authentic faith which the disciples understood from Christ and the Apostles practiced. The Orthodox faith is handed down to us from the Apostolic tradition. It was confirmed throughout the first four centuries, especially during the three Ecumenical Councils. The Church grew stronger throughout these theological battles, but just how so is a question that can only be answered if we understand the nature of these turbulent times.Fr. Joseph Abraham - 2019Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox...2020-01-191h 59The Word at Christ the SaviorDo You Have a Willing Spirit That Is Prepared for Christ?Fr. Joseph discusses the willingness of our spirit to accept the will of the Lord without any conditions. But, how do we prepare? Tune in to find the simple, yet challenging task at hand.Fr. Joseph Abraham - January 18, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-01-1937 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorOur True ConfidantThrough the incarnation humanity received the greatest confidant. Christ has assumed the fullness of our humanity and can identify with all our struggles. We ought to run to Him for comfort before anything else. Because He has taken on all of our pains and can always relate to us, He has the best shoulder for us to lean on.Fr. Joseph Abraham - January 6, 2020Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox ChurchDiocese of Los Angeleswww.thegoodsavior.org
2020-01-0724 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorThe Value of Friends on Your LifeFr. Joseph shows a great example of what a true friend should be. He explains how the 4 friends of the paralytic man used their own faith to bring their friend to Christ. Christ healed the paralytic man because of the faith of his friends. Similarly, if we are the type of friend that prays for others (bringing them to God) not only can our friends be transformed, but inevitably we will be transformed. Listen in to hear Fr. Joseph explain in more detail what we should do as a friend to others.Fr. Joseph Abraham - October 12, 20192019-10-1334 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorWho St. Mary Is From the Eyes of St. EphremFr. Joseph describes St. Ephrem as a poet and contemplative person. He grew up in the church and was one of the 118 bishops at Nicea. Through St. Ephrem’s extreme humility, he recognized St. Mary’s important role of intercessor for the salvation of humankind. Tune in to hear Fr. Joseph as he dissects her role of the mother of Christ and the connector between God and mankind through the eyes of St. Ephrem.
Fr. Joseph Abraham - August 17, 2019
Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox Church
Diocese of Los Angeles
www.theg...2019-08-1827 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorOut With the Old, in With the NewFr. Joseph explains how Christ wants us to step out of our old habits and step into a completely new way of living. The old and new don’t mix, just as Fr. Joseph shows through the example of wineskin, where you would not sew old and new wineskins together, as they would not mix well together to be successful. Similarly, you cannot be the old and new you at the same time. It’s about transforming into a new person and being renewed in Christ.
Fr. Joseph Abraham - August 17, 2019
Christ the Savior American Copt...2019-08-1824 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorJesus Resurrects Us from SinFr. Daniel shares the story about Jesus resurrecting Lazarus after being dead for four days. He shows how God’s timing is impeccable, in order to make a greater impact on our faith in Him.
A lot of us have faith in God when things go our way, but at times when prayers go unanswered for a long time, we lose faith in God. Our Lord Jesus Christ wants us to believe that no matter how far we are from God because of our sin or how long we’ve lived (and continue to die) in sin, He h...2019-08-0420 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorFeeding the People with ChristFr. Joseph explains the hidden meaning behind God’s command to the disciples to feed 5,000 men with the 5 fish and 2 loaves of bread. He further explains that we should act as the disciples, by feeding the people spiritually through the Eucharist. Leading God’s people directly to Him through His word. This food gives eternal life.
Fr. Joseph Abraham - July 6, 2019
Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox Church
Diocese of Los Angeles
www.thegoodsavior.org
2019-07-0718 minThe Word at Christ the SaviorLove God through Your EnemiesFr. Joseph talks about how it is much easier to love God directly than to love our enemies. But, he explains that only through loving our enemies, do we experience the true love in Christ. By putting our efforts into loving our enemies, God blesses us and strengthens us to accept and forgive others, regardless of their hatred or wrongdoing toward us.
Fr. Joseph Abraham - June 29, 2019
Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox Church
Diocese of Los Angeles
www.thegoodsavior.org
2019-06-3020 min
The Word at Christ the SaviorAccepting the Departure of Christ and the Coming of the HelperFr. Joseph explains that we must accept the departure of Christ and understand that His departure from us on earth is beneficial to us. Tune in to learn more about why the Helper is provided for us after the Ascension of Christ and the role He plays in our lives.
Fr. Joseph Abraham - June 15, 2019
Christ the Savior American Coptic Orthodox Church
Diocese of Los Angeles
www.thegoodsavior.org
2019-06-1613 min