Eastern Christian Insights
394 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsHomilies from St. Luke Orthodox Church in Abilene, Texas
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Stewardship of our Talents
February 05, 2019 16:42Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to offer our lives in service of the Kingdom of God.
The Healing of the Lepers
February 01, 2019 01:50Fr. Philip LeMasters asks, "Can physical things, including our bodies, become holy?"
Zacchaeus’ Personal Encounter With Jesus
January 31, 2019 06:01 - 9 minutes - 7.95 MBFr. Philip LeMasters describes the way that the early Christians, like Zacchaeus, were transformed by their encounter with Jesus Christ.
Zacchaeus' Personal Encounter With Jesus
January 30, 2019 02:51Fr. Philip LeMasters describes the way that the early Christians, like Zacchaeus, were transformed by their encounter with Jesus Christ.
Joseph the Betrothed
January 30, 2019 02:34Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the important role that Joseph the Betrothed played in the Nativity of Jesus Christ.
The Genealogy of Jesus
January 22, 2019 00:50Fr. Philip LeMasters explains our connection with the ancestors of Jesus.
Christmas: The Humility of Love for All People
January 22, 2019 00:36Fr. Philip LeMasters recounts the Christmas story that is for all humanity.
The Forefathers of Christ
December 18, 2018 16:15Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to reflect upon the fulfillment of the promises to the descendants of Abraham in Jesus Christ.
True Enemies
December 04, 2018 23:48Fr. Philip LeMasters reminds us that our true enemies are the corrupt spiritual powers that tempt us to sin, and our own need to put on the spiritual armor of God.
Am I the Rich Fool?
November 21, 2018 16:58Fr. Philip LeMasters helps us apply the meaning of the parable of The Rich Fool as we enter the Nativity Fast.
Lazarus and the Violence of the World
November 13, 2018 22:08Fr. Philip LeMasters addresses the violence in our world today by reflecting on the call to love our neighbor in the story of Lazarus.
The Good Samaritan and the Neighbor
November 13, 2018 21:55Fr. Philip LeMasters helps us to understand the deeper meaning of the parable of the Good Samaritan so that we too can live the Gospel with our Neighbor.
Faith Beyond Words
October 30, 2018 16:52Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the struggle to believe when the circumstances we face seem overwhelming, growing in faith into the image of Christ.
Mindfulness
October 16, 2018 16:29Fr. Philip LeMasters teaches us how to gain the spiritual clarity that we need to bear good fruit.
The Widow of Nain
October 09, 2018 17:33Fr. Philip LeMasters recounts the story of the healing of the widow of Nain, and calls all of us turn to the Lord for the healing of our souls.
The Conception of St. John the Baptist
September 25, 2018 14:04Fr. Philip LeMasters shares the story of the conception of St. John the Baptist, and how the troubles of our lives provide us with an additional opportunity to walk by faith.
The Way of the Cross
September 17, 2018 21:18Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to take up our cross and walk the way of the cross of Christ.
Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos
September 11, 2018 13:49Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos.
Wedding Garments
September 04, 2018 17:28Fr. Philip LeMasters explains the parable of the Wedding Feast which shows us that Christ came to save the entire world through union with him.
Humble Faith, Not Legalism
August 30, 2018 03:11Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to a life of humility, that goes beyond a prideful legalism, leading to the healing of our souls.
Tending Vineyards
August 30, 2018 03:00Fr. Philip LeMasters explains the meaning of the parable of the Vineyard and its significance for us today as the new tenants of the vineyard.
Transfiguration and Dormition
August 14, 2018 14:07Fr. Philip LeMasters draws together the meaning of the Transfiguration of Christ and the Dormition of the Theotokos for our participation in the healing of our corrupt humanity.
St Timon Sunday
August 14, 2018 13:51Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to keep our faith firmly fixed in Jesus Christ on St Timon Sunday.
The Light of the World
July 25, 2018 20:37Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to live as the reflection of the One who is 'Light of the World.'
St Procopius
July 10, 2018 15:27Fr. Philip LeMasters reminds us that the saints are living reminders that there is hope for healing for each one of us in Christ.
The Healing of our Souls
July 02, 2018 21:20Fr. Philip LeMasters addresses the healing of our souls in light of the Saints like Sts. Cosmas and Damian the Holy Unmercenaries.
The Nativity of St. John the Baptist
June 27, 2018 15:33Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the nativity of St. John the Baptist and it's meaning for us today.
Pentecost: The Birthday of the Church
May 30, 2018 14:16Fr. Philip LeMasters explains the significance of the sending of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church.
The Ascension of our Lord
May 22, 2018 20:56Fr. Philip LeMasters describes the way in which the Holy Ascension of our Lord provides the way for us to be raised up from the tomb and into heavenly glory.
The Samaritan Woman
May 14, 2018 20:41Fr. Philip LeMasters encourages us to follow the example of St. Photini who repented of her sin without excuse in order to find healing.
Sunday of the Paralytic Man
May 03, 2018 13:33Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to embrace the Good News of our Savior's resurrection over all the corrupting power of sin.
Abiding with Christ in His Passion
April 03, 2018 20:15Fr. Philip LeMasters invites us to experience the deep truth of Holy Week as we abide with Christ in His passion.
Let It Be To Me According To Your Word
March 28, 2018 18:07Fr. Philip LeMasters encourages us to live faithfully before the Lord, as did the Theotokos.
Offering Ourselves to Christ
March 20, 2018 14:47Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to offer ourselves to the Christ who offered Himself for the life of the world.
Adoring the Cross
March 13, 2018 17:43Fr. Philip LeMasters explains why Orthodox Christians adore the cross of Jesus Christ.
Paralysis
March 05, 2018 20:04Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the opportunity that we are given to become fully human through the transforming grace of God.
Sunday of Orthodoxy
February 28, 2018 16:42Fr. Philip LeMasters explains how the Sunday of Orthodoxy calls us to become living icons of the risen Savior.
Forgiveness Sunday
February 20, 2018 18:30Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to live in a life of genuine forgiveness that is empowered by the divine energy of God.
Fasting for Fulfillment
February 14, 2018 15:59Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to enter the fast of Great Lent in order to find the fulfillment of our deep desires in God!
Sunday of The Prodigal Son
February 06, 2018 17:12Fr. Philip LeMasters invites us to embrace the courageous humility of the Prodigal Son as we prepare to enter Great Lent.
Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee
January 31, 2018 15:22Fr. Philip LeMasters calls us to open our lives to the Holy God in humility, following the example of the Publican.
Leave-Taking of Theophany
January 16, 2018 01:51Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the descent of the Holy Spirit on Jesus during his baptism and upon His followers as beautiful epiphanies in the world.
John the Baptist
January 09, 2018 17:00Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the baptism of Christ by the Holy Prophet and Forerunner, John the Baptist.
Our Family History and the Healing Work of Christ
January 03, 2018 16:23Fr. Philip LeMasters reflects on the genealogy of Jesus, and healing work of redemption that comes through Christ.
The Heavenly Banquet
December 21, 2017 01:40Responding to the call to come to the heavenly banquet requires us to leave behind those things to which we are enslaved.
The Battle of the Christian Life
December 12, 2017 02:04The point of the Christian life is a participation in the healing of the human person, struggling against the forces of evil in our own souls.
The Light of Advent
December 05, 2017 15:49As we prepare for the coming nativity of Jesus, we need to follow the example of Blind Bartimaeus who opened his life to the Light of Christ in humility.
The Rich Young Ruler & The Joy of Christmas
November 28, 2017 02:02Approaching God's requirements as a simple checklist for eternal life will leave us, like the Rich Young Ruler, outside of the great joy of Christmas.
The Rich Young Ruler & The Joy of Christmas
November 28, 2017 01:49 - 10 minutes - 7.99 MBApproaching God's requirements as a simple checklist for eternal life will leave us, like the Rich Young Ruler, outside of the great joy of Christmas.
The Rich Fool & the Nativity Fast
November 22, 2017 16:55When we become distracted by the indulgence of our passions, we will be like the rich fool who was blind to the ultimate purpose of his life before God.