Im listening while Im reading, it brings tears to my eyes. I remember a time when my life was spiralling, I wanted to enter a cathedral in my city but it was locked, so I sat on the front steps and cried, I needed Jesus so bad then and I believe He answered my prayers because since 2001 my life has been nothing short of beautiful, I thank God everyday for what I have today and I pray He can protect us from evil. The Lord says, do not have fear as I am always with you, I believe that and the fact He died for our sins is not lost on me. Thank you for this beautiful song.
Thank you Celia, this was deeply moving. I was struck by the comment posted below the video, by a listener from the UK:
"As a believer in Christ for 34 years, been in many different churches from the charismaniacs, to the frozen chosen, I have turned my back on it all in favour of the sanctity and beauty of simple God given voices that impart true peace and reverence. This worship inspires me to want to pray as it glorifies the magnificence of our great God. The Russian people have a blessing in this, and I say this as a Brit whose country is close to war with Russia, may God uphold these men and their voices to bring comfort in the evil days that are coming."
The music was so wonderful that I decided to get on my knees & pray. In typical YouTube style a blaringly-loud commercial interrupted half way through.
Don’t we just love the sick bastards controlling our media!
going over the comments, I read this The depth of the Russian soul is infinite and will ultimately save the western world.'. I think that is right. Seems like the only voice making sense comes from there. And certainly the Orthodox singing is chilling and warming both at once.
....in traveling to Russia some years ago, I found this to be very much the case. not being raised orthodox, but attending their services, I immediately felt a deep intensity within, brought me to tears, and an indescribable feeling of vulnerability, humility, gratitude and longing...
somehow I have a feeling I went to the wrong side of the world, from Europe to the US, now in such a chaos, and although Russia is at war, I see YouTube films that seem so peaceful there! If the language were just a bit easier! Been struggling to learn the alphabet for 3 weeks now. My language learning abilities seem to have drained!
Orthodox singing like this gets me in tears, too. And all the tubes from Russia I have watched and commented on, gut such sweet, lovely replies, inviting me, welcoming me!
Ingrid, we went in opposite directions, me from US to Europe. I can tell you it's for sure a fading culture and continent right now...may we all have the strength to get through these coming days...
my family in Belgium does not sound very pleased with what is going on there, and the people that comment from Germany are worse off. I hope we will all survive these worrisome times, Sarah xxx
'Not everybody agrees he is a real saint but I like him."
If...if he received the grace and gift of salvation then he would be a saint in that regard as all who enter the Kingdom of Heaven are saints; perhaps not in the canonical sense but none the less, saints making up the Communion of Saints.
There is nothing other than sanctity in heaven. Christ canonized Dismas himself. He is indisputably a saint.
As for the two being thieves, I suspect that they were rather more likely both Zealots, violent rebels against Roman rule. I think Barabbas (Son of the Father) may have been a Zealot, too.
This Easter is for me the beginning of the beginning. Those things I thought I knew I know less now than before. The Eucharist is becoming the focus in lieu of prayers to an unknown God. My greatest fear was for my grandkids and the innocent youth of the world. That fear is becoming less debilitating. He doesn't know me but I have this man to thank for his guidance. https://jeffreyprather.com/eclipse-ing-easter-liminaling-last-supper-resetting-resurrection/
I’ve always found that story incredibly moving, too, but I didn’t know that some call Dismas a saint. I wish we knew why Gestas and Dismas were crucified.
Im listening while Im reading, it brings tears to my eyes. I remember a time when my life was spiralling, I wanted to enter a cathedral in my city but it was locked, so I sat on the front steps and cried, I needed Jesus so bad then and I believe He answered my prayers because since 2001 my life has been nothing short of beautiful, I thank God everyday for what I have today and I pray He can protect us from evil. The Lord says, do not have fear as I am always with you, I believe that and the fact He died for our sins is not lost on me. Thank you for this beautiful song.
God bless you Hannahlehigh🙏💙
Thank you Celia, this was deeply moving. I was struck by the comment posted below the video, by a listener from the UK:
"As a believer in Christ for 34 years, been in many different churches from the charismaniacs, to the frozen chosen, I have turned my back on it all in favour of the sanctity and beauty of simple God given voices that impart true peace and reverence. This worship inspires me to want to pray as it glorifies the magnificence of our great God. The Russian people have a blessing in this, and I say this as a Brit whose country is close to war with Russia, may God uphold these men and their voices to bring comfort in the evil days that are coming."
you have a remarkable talent for sidling up to a topic that leads to a quietly surprising finish.
Samuel Beckett quoting St. Augustine: ‘Do not despair, one of the thieves was saved: do not presume, one of the thieves was damned.’
The music was so wonderful that I decided to get on my knees & pray. In typical YouTube style a blaringly-loud commercial interrupted half way through.
Don’t we just love the sick bastards controlling our media!
Pro tip: To enjoy YT videos without the ads, install browser extension uBlock Origin.
going over the comments, I read this The depth of the Russian soul is infinite and will ultimately save the western world.'. I think that is right. Seems like the only voice making sense comes from there. And certainly the Orthodox singing is chilling and warming both at once.
....in traveling to Russia some years ago, I found this to be very much the case. not being raised orthodox, but attending their services, I immediately felt a deep intensity within, brought me to tears, and an indescribable feeling of vulnerability, humility, gratitude and longing...
somehow I have a feeling I went to the wrong side of the world, from Europe to the US, now in such a chaos, and although Russia is at war, I see YouTube films that seem so peaceful there! If the language were just a bit easier! Been struggling to learn the alphabet for 3 weeks now. My language learning abilities seem to have drained!
Orthodox singing like this gets me in tears, too. And all the tubes from Russia I have watched and commented on, gut such sweet, lovely replies, inviting me, welcoming me!
Ingrid, we went in opposite directions, me from US to Europe. I can tell you it's for sure a fading culture and continent right now...may we all have the strength to get through these coming days...
my family in Belgium does not sound very pleased with what is going on there, and the people that comment from Germany are worse off. I hope we will all survive these worrisome times, Sarah xxx
Only those who accept the saving grace of Christ are saved. Gestas may have done so before taking his last breath. We do not know.
'Not everybody agrees he is a real saint but I like him."
If...if he received the grace and gift of salvation then he would be a saint in that regard as all who enter the Kingdom of Heaven are saints; perhaps not in the canonical sense but none the less, saints making up the Communion of Saints.
when all come together in some way there is a numinous feeling many can feel or sense.
Amen
There is nothing other than sanctity in heaven. Christ canonized Dismas himself. He is indisputably a saint.
As for the two being thieves, I suspect that they were rather more likely both Zealots, violent rebels against Roman rule. I think Barabbas (Son of the Father) may have been a Zealot, too.
Great observation. Anyone admitted to heaven is a saint.
Celia, You are a font from the well of deep soul. Thank you for bringing the water to drink. I am so enriched by what you bring up.
Thanks Celia. Also: glad to see you on DCFPRESS Post video with Mike Yeadon.
This Easter is for me the beginning of the beginning. Those things I thought I knew I know less now than before. The Eucharist is becoming the focus in lieu of prayers to an unknown God. My greatest fear was for my grandkids and the innocent youth of the world. That fear is becoming less debilitating. He doesn't know me but I have this man to thank for his guidance. https://jeffreyprather.com/eclipse-ing-easter-liminaling-last-supper-resetting-resurrection/
I’ve always found that story incredibly moving, too, but I didn’t know that some call Dismas a saint. I wish we knew why Gestas and Dismas were crucified.
But I’m sure you agree it is even better for us to know at least one was saved, why, and how merciful was his Savior!
My plans usually fall apart or get hijacked. It’s not just you.
Thank you! I didn't ever know either of their names, though I was raised in the Catholic church.
That's very helpful for me to know. Thank you Carol.