February 23, 2026
American Life, Comparative Religion, Lives of Saints, Prayer and Spirituality

The Miracle-Hungry South

Discover the spiritual hunger gripping the American South—a deep longing for authentic miracles and divine intervention, long suppressed by Protestant skepticism and Enlightenment rationalism. In “The Miracle-Hungry South,” explore how historical figures like Luther, Calvin, and Hume diminished belief in ongoing miracles, leading to a spiritual wasteland and risky alternatives like Pentecostalism. Drawing on warnings from Fr. Seraphim Rose and the synergistic theology of the Orthodox Church, this article reveals why true miracle-working—rooted in apostolic tradition, deification, and human cooperation with God—thrives only in Orthodoxy. From St. John of Kronstadt to ancient saints, the Church offers the genuine source Southern souls crave. A compelling call for the baptism of the South into Orthodox Christianity amid modern confusion and liberalism’s failures. Ideal for inquirers, Southern Protestants seeking deeper faith, and anyone hungry for real spiritual revival.

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February 18, 2026
American Life, Comparative Religion, Palestinian Rights, Peace Activism, Politics and Christian Governance, Roman Catholic Church, Western Civilization

Zionism and the Death of Evangelicalism

Discover how Christian Zionism and Dispensationalism are accelerating the decline of American Evangelicalism. From Scofield Bible myths to Gen Z rejection and political scandals, explore why unbiblical Zionism may be killing Evangelical faith—and why Orthodox Christianity offers a timeless alternative.

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February 5, 2026
Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Saint Patrick the Apostle of Ireland

Celebrate Saint Patrick’s miraculous life – from his enslavement and divine visions to his bold preaching, use of the three-leaf clover to teach the Holy Trinity, driving out paganism, founding monasteries across Celtic lands, and performing wonders as Ireland’s great apostle and miracle-worker.In the Orthodox tradition, this Akathist is recommended for spiritual protection, driving away evil spirits, enlightening the soul and mind, and boldly confessing Christ. Perfect for daily devotion, especially on his feast day, March 17.

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February 2, 2026
Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Saint Aphrahat the Persian Sage

Discover the Akathist to Saint Aphrahat the Persian Sage, a beautiful Orthodox Christian hymn of praise and supplication honoring the 4th-century Syriac Church Father, known as the Persian Sage. This full text features 13 Kontakia and Ikos celebrating his life as an ascetic, martyr, converter from Zoroastrianism, defender against heresy, miracle-worker, and teacher of inner prayer, hesychasm, fasting, and the priesthood of the heart. Commemorated on January 29 in the Orthodox calendar, Saint Aphrahat (c. 270–345) — the earliest prominent Syriac writer beyond the Roman Empire — authored the profound Demonstrations on Christian faith and practice. Pray this akathist for intercession in cultivating pure prayer, repentance, obedience, and spiritual enlightenment. Perfect for Orthodox faithful, devotees of early Church Fathers, Syriac heritage enthusiasts, or those seeking deeper hesychastic devotion. Read and chant the complete akathist hymn with concluding prayer on Orthodox Reflections.

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