I don’t want to hear any pastor say anything anymore about orthodoxy being false pagan god idol worshippers, while standing on a stage like they are motivational speakers.
Have you ever seen priests before him then? There are a ton of humble priests especially within the Orthodox churches, but still a lot in the Catholic Church as well
@@Mdsoyabaktar25 please stop with the Dawa script. You don’t even understand what those verses mean. Since you’re quoting scripture, how come you forgot to mention where Jesus told people to honor him the same way you honor God (YHWH not Allah). John 5:21-24 21 For as the Father raiseth up the dead, and quickeneth them; even so the Son quickeneth whom he will. 22 For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son: 23 That all men should honour the Son, even as they honour the Father. He that honoureth not the Son honoureth not the Father which hath sent him. 24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.
It’s not just about the death of ego. It’a about denying pleasure. It’s about caring for people in hospice. It’s about leading families through funerals. It’s about crisis response. This man quite literally finds himself in terrible moments all the time, and it’s the grace and strength of God that carries him through it. It’s beautiful.
@@DrFrankenschtein No, it is not about denying pleasure, it is about taking pleasure in the will of God to serve others, which is the natural result of having been spiritually born again in the blood of Jesus. Our own works are meritless as filthy rags before God, which is why we must saved by the grace of God through our faith in Jesus. We must be cleansed of our sin through the redeeming blood of Jesus to receive the righteousness of Jesus by the indwelling of His own Holy Spirit. Good works are the natural result of being transformed by hearing the Word of God, not by the carnal, self-righteous, false doctrines and traditions of the orthodox denomination that violate God's Word.
@@ThundermansThunder I think what he meant is the denial of EARTHLY pleasures; material wants and temptations/desires of the flesh. God bless this priest and all those who choose to "deny themselves" and walk with Christ.
@@andrewb1337We can only guess at this commenter's meaning, because it was not clearly expressed. You may be surprised to know that many people have false beliefs about suffering, thinking that self-abuse is somehow pleasing to God. Earthly pleasures were created by God for humanity to enjoy. Of course, we must always guard against indulging in the perversions of God's gift of pleasure in any form in any occasion. Self denial as a form of fasting in order to devote one's attention to seeking the will of God, or when faced with the decision to take a firm stand upon the Word of God to avoid compromising God's Biblical standards is definitely worthwhile, but suffering any other reason is just an unscriptural waste of time and merits us nothing.
@@ThundermansThunder Sure there's some gray area in his wording that could be open to interpretation, but at the end of the day I think it's about the intent behinds the words -- and I think he meant well. And I'm not surprised to hear that at all, as the snake is cunning and man is easily deceived. It's both a shame and heart-breaking that one could even think for a moment that self-harm is pleasing to God. We're told time and time again in scripture that our bodies are temples and to keep them holy/clean. And perhaps I, too, should have been more exact in my wording for you misconstrue me as well; when I said "earthly" I was referring to carnal pleasures (which I felt was implied by my mention of material, temptation, and flesh) and not innocently enjoying the beauty of nature.
You die to this world and yourself. 1 John 2:15 “Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” King James Version (KJV) Thomas Merton stated it best at the end of his book, The Seven Storey Mountain
@@perprerp He has chosen to walk the path that he is walking. God did not force him to do it nor is god doing it to him. However if one chooses to suffer, they shall suffer with Christ because Christ suffered for our sins. That is the point. Beyond Christianity, the great Epictetus of Greece was a slave for many years and documented his experience. It is about mastering the human mental fortitude and becoming the best disciplined self you can be through all the hardships and pain. You are looking at it extremely objectively towards a deeper bias or resentment towards religion. When rather this man mentions nothing about feeling better than others and only speaks about the hardships and his suffering. He is honest. He does not feel better than you or I but instead feels his own relationship, passion, and love for our lord and savior. It is very humble of him to express his pain and suffering rather than his bragging of some kind of spiritual entitlement. This priest sacrificed having a family for his suffering. You fail to realize it is good to suffer and to suffer well. Running away from suffering only reverts to harder times down the road. He is sacrificing more than you understand and he is doing it not with pride but with humility and that is the most important thing to take away from this. I hope this helps.
@@perprerp I’m sorry you do not understand. Suffering builds the spirit. Especially for us who live in the west and have problems that don’t even compare to other people in other countries. You are looking at it very objectively. Suffering well can be anything from fasting or cold plunging. Suffering well can be a monk devoting themselves to silence. Suffering well can be a rich man choosing to live humbly or choosing to live over seas in a third world country helping small villages. You have not opened your mind to what it means to suffer and to do it well. Those who refuse to suffer and deem it inhumane are neglecting human needs for humility and humbleness will often times end up as the unhappy, sorrow, and weak. Those who chose to walk the paths less followed often are rewarded in the greatest feats. Anywhere from the son of Christ to David goggins or to Steve Jobs. Steve Jobs suffered well by going his own path and starting from nothing. Refusing a mainstream job with full time pay and benefits to suffer for a greater reward. These are examples of what it means to suffer well. This priest is suffering well but those who run from suffering, will never understand it.
First time I’ve ever heard a priest be SO honest about the walk with our Lord. You must be willing to die to your self and pick up the cross daily. Much love to this brother in Christ.🙏
”For as we share abundantly in Christ’s sufferings, so through Christ we share abundantly in comfort too.“ 2 Corinthians 1:5 ESV Praying for comfort over this strong soul 💖💖
Very, very, extremely moving. This man is literally an amazing example of Christ. He's genuine and feel he is not a part of the corruption in the Church. God Bless him and Praise Gods name
Si. Viva Christo Rey!!! This blessed man for he seems to truly carry the cross with Christ our Lord. It's a constant spiritual battle my folks and the attacks are real. Stay blessed All and covered in the precious blood of Jesus.
This beautiful honesty from this humble man speaks to a level of suffering with Jesus many will not understand. It is deeply touching and truly sincere. Bless him. Bless us all. Lord have mercy on us.
I come from a Romanian Orthodox family, with a Greek Orthodox priest as a great grandfather. People have to understand that these men are keeping entire communities, villages and cities together. They care for the people. They come to bless the house when someone dies in the family. They always have an open ear for your suffering. They always try to give healthy advice for all kinds of questions regarding life. They always show you towards Christ. Before my father died, he asked me kindly not to leave my faith - meaning Orthodoxy. I am currently taking Orthodox Bible classes at Business College.
May God bless you and your Father. All glory to The Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, forever and ever and unto the ages of ages, Amen🙏🏻☦️
In my opinion, these are the strongest men on the planet. Orthodox Priests and the Monks on Mount Athos stand on the frontlines of the unseen war. They have pledged their lives to wear a target on their backs as they stand at the front of the flock of Humanity, seeking only to lead and pray, and wait a lifetime for one thing, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” You can see the relentless attacks in his demeanor and the exhaustion in his voice. Holding the line, even while much of the world remains oblivious.
I went to Catholic confession recently and the priest ended up confessing to me his struggles that day. It was beautiful, humbling and it made me respect and admire how great these men are and how much they have given up to help us and glorify God and do his work.
Genuinely curious… what kind of things does a priest repent for? Like what does he do that’s sinful? I mean he’s doing Gods work all day and I just can’t picture what they could possibly do that is a sin? Unless they’re you know “bad” like they touch children or treat others with disrespect…
@@elizabeth84266 But don’t forget that he’s human too! He might be prideful, rude, thought sth bad about someone, angry, harsh etc… at some time. of course there is a lot more structure with the praying hours (Brevier) and life in a fraternity for example. But the ordination doesn’t take away the human weakness. Everyone has their main flaws that they need to fight against their whole life even priest, fraters and nuns… :)
Every day when a priest says the mass they offer themselves to God for forgiveness and God forgives them right away no matter what sins they commit. That is why we go for confessions to priest because they are brothers of Jesus Christ. Christ called them to follow him and do his work on earth.
@chrish4640 reading your comment inspires me even more than watching this clip, this 8s Christianity, Inspiring hope, love, truth and beauty. God bless you.
God bless this man. I totally believe it. I cannot even imagine the enormous pressures he’s under. I’m not orthodox but as a single Christian mother, just trying to lead my flock of 4 children with my knowledge and understanding of Christ and the scripture is a massive undertaking. We have a church family and a pastor but in our home it’s up to me. The pressure to get it right and not lead them astray is so great. But I know that our Lord can even use our mistakes to make something beautiful. So I trust him. I pray blessings and peace upon this man.
I am very sorry that you have to bear the burden of raising children on your own 🤍🙏🏻🕊️. Every morning, when my children leave the house, I pray: God, you are the most loving father to your children, and I entrust my children to you in the name of our savior Jesus. I beg you, by the power of the Holy Spirit, protect them from the traps of the evil world and may Your name be glorified in their lives. Thank you for being with us. Amen. May the Lord bless your family 🙏🏻🤍🕊️🫶🏻.
Does he enjoy suffering? You dont know anything about this man, it could be his kink… Seriously though, its more sad to think that this was the mindset of most people for centuries or atleast what the church wanted the populis to think like. Can you imagine knowing nothing about the universe, only that a man died for your sins thousands of years ago and saved the world in turn, so now you need to suffer with him or go to hell eternally. Its the modern age, this guy is smart enough to know that he doesnt need to do this forever?
@@CheekycntI’m an atheist and suffer from it mentally daily. In the end nothing matters anyway.. that is rough. Who tf cares if he does this. I legit could be believing in something happier and not wasting my time at all. Even if it’s not real. Knowing your happiness,your country,your government,whether you treat people mean or nice.. does in fact not matter? Yeah man that ain’t any better than anything else. Humans could be living happier more natural lives but almost every single person doesn’t. Humans are not infinitely compatible with tech and we started to reach our limit with it a longg time ago. Now we have shattered our biological norms and the world is at critical levels of depression and loneliness. There is not a single person on earth that knows the best way to live life. There is no right and wrong. There is no objective morality. If this guy went from priest to atheist, he’d say he feels better. If this guy went from priest to atheist to priest again, he’d say he feels better. You have no idea what is worth it or “better”. Humans by default like hardship and suffering. Let this dude believe what he wants. You aren’t better off being smarter or dumber.. it literally doesn’t matter.
@Cheekycnt It is incredibly laughable how you seem to think you're more intelligent and mentally sound then him because you trust your phone and what your own perverted head tells you, but he listens to what people have discussed and recorded over thousands of years to reveal one True God. Is he stupid because he knows the Truth and follows the teachings of the Bible? A book written over 1500+ years by 40 different people that is somehow cohesive and all points to Christ our Savior? The man in the video faces a much more critical enemy than you. Yes, that enemy exists for all people but you do not see it because the enemy already has you. That is of course Satan. This man faces spiritual warfare, constant attacks from demonic forces. And yet in Christ he will be taken from this valley of sorrow to his home in heaven when he is done on this earth. You have no right to criticize anyone's intelligence when you are too simple minded to see that the world doesn't revolve around your perception, and that something far greater than any mortal comprehensibility is what truly governs all things. I implore you, in the Name of Christ, to repent and be saved from your sins. Go in peace.
Orthodox priests are some of the most humble people on earth. I went to a orthodox church in the ozark mountains and im speaking to americans who probably grew uo protestant, its just a different level. Its very moving. After the service was over, the father of the service, Father Seraphim approached me and took the time to talk to me. I've never met a nicer man in my life.
“you have to suffer with Christ” what a strong man of God. May he continue to bless you and I pray for you that he alleviates some pain so you may enjoy this next season of life a little more and continue to spread the word of God to those who need you.
This man is my brother and I share those tears of heaviness. Humility is the glory of Christ in you. Thank you father for sharing something that impacts you so deeply. May Christ be glorified in you more and more.
Please remember all priests are not this man. He moved me as well but I think that's because he is authentic.... By consequence that'd mean there's alot of false
Soon, there is going to be the rapture. It's when there will be trumpet sounds, and after the trumpet sounds, God will lift his people from here. Also, God said people should be living by the Bible. Amen, and God bless you. ❤Jesus loves you guys. Dont wait, please. He will welcome you with arms wide open.❤ ❤* John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish but have eternal life". ❤❤
@allenvayner4987 christians have been saying the end days are near for nearly 2 thousand years lol plus the rapture is a concept invented in the 1800s as a fear tactic for religious control. End days will happen eventually but chill my friend. Follow Christ's example but don't drink the koolaid
He is experiencing the "the thorn in his flesh". Its something that will never go away. Its with him forever when he made that choice to follow Christ.
Brokenness at depth is not something most people seek or can long bear when it comes. May God bless and be with you, always, in all ways. Thank you, Father.
Soon, there is going to be the rapture. It's when there will be trumpet sounds, and after the trumpet sounds, God will lift his people from here. Also, God said people should be living by the Bible. Amen, and God bless you. ❤Jesus loves you guys. Dont wait, please. He will welcome you with arms wide open.❤ ❤* John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish but have eternal life". ❤❤
The pain in his voice, its aged he has been suffering for a long time like this. This is so true, and they take on much more accountability as well they take on much harsher judgement
Praise God. His face changes before your eyes as he goes from proud priest to fearful child of God. His voice. His demeanor. Make yourselves low, and He will raise you up.
@@eiko1 that’ll be the heart that pumps blood yeah - stop talking metaphorically and answer the question - will child abusing priests be saved and rewarded? Scripture says all that’s needed is belief and repentance so it would appear, according to the texts, that they will be saved if they believe and repent, whereas the victims who may not believe because of what happened to them will be tortured for eternity. You okay with that?
I have mad respect for these dudes. They devote their lives to serving the kingdom of God whilst giving up everything. This is exactly what Jesus meant when he said “Whoever loses their life will find it”. Respect 🫡
also why he says priesthood isnt a career, is because some traditions....like the russian orthodox. you dont get paid much if at all. some priests still need a day job
And exactly what did they give up? How you don't see what he is doing is wrong is beyond me. He is crying and looking for attention. He wants to be seen as a person who is above everyone else. The complete opposite of what a priest is supposed to do. He can feel however he wants. What he isn't supposed to do is scream it out to the world. He's no better than any other sinner. Don't be putting priests on pedestals when it's only supposed to be god up there
@DragonTamer31K so you believe people who don't believe in god or have different religions should be forced to pay for a priests salary? How about no. How about you pay for your own priests salary instead of forcing other people with different beliefs than you to do it for you. I'm religious, but I'm not a catholic, so don't be forcing me to pay for a religion I don't believe in
This is really the heart of a Godly person. This is what it means to care and love the souls of those God has given you to protect in the ministry. This looks likes the Greek Orthodox church. Amazing.
It weird , I felt the same. Media and contraversies have tarnished the name of many religious institutions and with good reasons. But for those left in the shadows bearing the price of absolute belief , celibacy. No ambition. Almost depraved of everything temptation that makes the world worth living. Just the thought of living life without the possibility of falling in love and having children is down right horrifying .Sure it's not that for every faith. But the very idea baffles me yet humbles me as well.
@@LegittNickk Orthodox priests can be married, I've heard that they need to be married before they are ordained, but their humanity is recognized by their denomination.
When you walk with Christ you become like him. We will never be perfect like him but your ego dies slowly but surely. You learn to let it all go. I hope you find the answers you are looking for, never stop looking. I never stopped looking and it always comes back to Christ, every single time if you dig far enough and do not stop.
My heartbreaks for this man. I just want to give him the warmest heart, soul & spirit hug of all hugs. I feel your hurt, pain and suffering 😢 Know that you are loved brother 🥹
@@excessviscosity6305 maybe, who knows. I believe that Christ is one version of the answer but not the one and only answer. I feel more personally connected to the transcendent figure of the Buddha, i.e. he has come into my meditations more viscerally and directly than Christ
@@bartbengal Please allow me to recommend you to watch the documentary After Death, 2023. This film allows us to better understand the lives we are living.
@@bartbengali meditate aand follow Christ! Budhism and Christianity kinda go hand to hand but the small differences make it difficult to Connect both but it’s workable!
I am from Rep. Of Georgia and I'm Orthodox Christians. It is amazing how in Christ we all become very alike. Every true Christian has an infinite glow in their eyes. It's like he is my closest friend.
I understand his tears. I couldnt imagine what they must feel daily as i struggle with trying to be right with god. Who knows if were good enough or if we'll be forgiven for mistakes made when we didnt comprehend or understand. Its heavy stuff and its flabbergasting to me at times how i can fell this so heavy yet look around and im the only one feeling this way. You have to suffer with christ, i saw a video earlier today that spoke to suffering with christ. Man. Tears overflow.
Hey, I just want to let you know that Christ provided everything that we need to be right with God, we just have to trust in Him. I was same as you, I was stressing all day, and never felt I was good enough, but the good news is that Christ was good enough for all of us. We just have to trust in that, this changes lifes, this will enable you to do things for god just from love, not because you have to. And God gets all the Glory! Just trust in Christ about your everlasting life, ask Him to your life and He will do the rest. Love you brother/sister.
@@tydorman5525One time I said God isn’t real and that if he was then I should be able to get a sign like a white feather in some place it wouldn’t be. Next day I walked into Stop and Shop and I shit you not a white feather blew into the store right in front of my face, Turned around and flew all the way back out the front door, I followed it and watched it go up into the sky and it wasn’t even windy. I mean I would have to be naive to sit here and say God isn’t real lol
"I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me." God bless this priest and all of our shepherds ☦️
@@uglypope7789 peace is what i have and you lack little brother. he was right, these fairy tales were made to control society simply. wake up and find true meaning in reality not fiction made by political actors in history
@@melindahart5290to paint an entire people with a single in brush because of the actions of few is disgusting. I will pray for you whether you like it or not.
Unfortunately these orthodox and catholic priests are false teachers. They add works to salvation. They bow before graven images and statues of Mary and saints. The Roman Catholic church is an apostate church.
I myself am non denominational, but still consider myself a brother of yours and all those whose faith is placed in Christ Jesus. I agree that all of us are promised that we would have suffering in this life for the sake of following Christ. It makes me sad to see how little faith some churches have in the power of the cross
Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholics have out mutual anathemas on each other for centuries and now y’all are brothers? Adopting a bit of our Protestant ecumenism, eh?
they do but in a different way...they just dont live in monastries or not marry like the catholics...monastism or priest celibacy are not biblical but man made...unecesaary suffering thinking its for Christ sake.
“His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the legs of a man, but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love.„ Psalm 147:10-11 ESV
Thank you my brother in Christ, thank you for all that you have sacrificed, thank you for your guidance and love, thank you for your life. From the bottom of my heart thank you. I am a Protestant follower of Jesus but your dedication is an example to us all. I love you brother
God bless this man as he looks like he has gone through a lot. I pray that this man enters the Kingdom of Heaven and our Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus Christ welcome him with open arms! Amen ❤🙏✝️
@@noteworthyarchiveunfortunately a lot of our priests involve themselves with politics and money, there are good ones too but its a shame how many unchristian priests we have
@@noteworthyarchiveno, they just claim their funny hat wearing pedophile speaks FOR God while he shuffles his pedophile friends around the world. Catholicism is a perfect example of what religion is and spirituality isn’t.
That's a beautiful soul. A true man of God. Through his own conflicts and humility he seeks God and Jesus for him and for others. I'm an imperfect Roman Catholic from Brazil and I personally see and treat the Orthodox as my brothers and sister, no difference. . I have thought about this too. I admire the courage of priests and nuns .. A devotion for life that I wouldn't have the courage too. In these days we live, this kind of people are rare...
God bless you. Thank you for listening and teaching us about true fellowship of mankind. It would be nice to sit and talk with you i imagine. Long life and happiness to you and your loved ones.
I'm not a priest but I have to share the love of Christ everywhere I go... I'm so lonely I rarely come across a true brother/ sister in Christ. It's hard, I'm lonely. Please pray God will give me a helper
I was in my house all alone yesterday in tears. I was saying. How much longer must there be no one that understands me or even loves me. What do I need to live for anymore. Nothing is in working. I had four people tell me they loved me in that hour. I was weeping after. It's THAT lonely.
God bless this man! His parishioners are blessed to have him as are those of us touched by this ministry! Thank you! Pray for our priests! Oh Lord, save the pious & hear us!! 🙏🏼☦️💖
This really is so beautiful! It touches my heart deeply....My grandson will be going to Orthodox seminary beginning in August this year 2024....He married his wife 1 yr. ago and they will be leaving to move out east for the next 4 yrs. while he is studying at seminary. Please pray for Zach and his precious wife . Thank you from a loving and very grateful grandmother !!!❤
As a Slavic Rodnover and pagan, this is a Christian I deeply respect. He's devout to his faith, and loyal to his lord regardless of his own pain. There is only kindness and honesty in those eyes.
I love this priest! By watching this video I have a feeling of love to all humanity! Let’s pray our Lord to bring us Saint Priests🙏🏻 We need Saints Priests and we need to make our families Saints! It’s so hard but nothing is impossible to God❤ God bless you all!
Wow. This is 💯touching. I feel his pain and I am starting to understand what he is actually saying. It is no joke entering the priesthood. I pray for you brother; stay strong and finish the race ❤❤❤
I had the privilege of meeting this Father Lynch recently. We are from the same area. I met him and told him he was famous on RU-vid. Of course he was so humble and kind. His beautiful little congregation is located in an old run down part of town. You wouldn't know such a gem of Christianity would be located there unless you where seeking it. Sounds like Jesus to me. Holy God, Holy mighty, Holy Immortal have mercy on us.