O Gladsome Light

Wonderfully Made. In this show I will examine the parallel in Holy Scripture and the development of a human fetus. This amazing study will show the connection between Leviticus chapter 23, that lists the Feast of Israel, and compare it to the timeline of the development of a fetus. The Scriptures teach us that we are Wonderfully Made. Please listen be amazed at this truth. Presented by Dr. Al (Pet...

Walls! In this episode we will define and examine how walls work around the world. Are walls good or bad? Are walls necessary? What is the true purpose of walls? Should we as believers in Jesus Christ also have a spiritual wall? What benefit is derived from us building a spiritual wall? What does God think about walls, are they good or bad? Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens...

Paradise or Torment? In this episode we will examine the parable of the Rich man and Lazarus. Why did the rich man go into torment? Did his riches have anything to do with it? What was Lazarus's reward? Why didn't Abraham help the rich man in torment? Are we in the same jeopardy as the rich man? The truth will be revealed in the episode. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show...

The Bridge is Out! In this episode we will examine the end time judgement and how to escape the Lake of Fire. Are we headed for self destruction? Can we prepare ourselves now to have our names written in the Lambs Book of Life? How does the Sheep/Goat parable relate to all of this? Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is broadcast live on Monday's at 12P...

The Word made Flesh. The topic in this episode looks at the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ in Bethlehem. We will hear the prophecies concerning His birth and how angels announced to the shepherds of the miracle birth of the Savior of the world. We will also look at Mary's participation in being the Holy Theotokos and a vessel chosen by God. Christ is Born! Glorify Him! Presented by Dr. Al (Petros)...

Gold or Brass? This is a story of compromise when King Rehoboam replaced the Gold Shields with brass ones in the Kings Palace after the King of Egypt attacked Israel and took the Gold ones. Rehoboam tried to fool the people that everything is in order except that was a lie. See how this story in the Old Testament applies to us today. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is b...

The Rebellion. In this episode we will examine Numbers 16 where Korah led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron. Korah was not happy with the duties that he was assigned and challenged Moses. This angered God and the Lord proved that Moses and Aaron were chosen by Him in a mighty way. Can we enter into rebellion and what is the spiritual fruit of it? How do we conquer rebellion in our own hearts? Li...

Holy things to the Holy. This is the proclamation the priest says during the Divine Liturgy. How can we being sinners partake of the Holy Things? How can we become Holy as the Lord is? First Peter tells us, "Be holy for I am Holy". Is this possible? What steps do we have to take to become Holy? Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is broadcast live on Mo...

Our Purpose. This show topic examines the scripture in John 17:3 where Jesus is telling us what is eternal life. "And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent". Why are we here? Why were we born? What is our future? These are important questions that need answers. In this show we will learn what Scripture says about this. Presented by...

Fake News. This topic goes all the way back to the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve sinned against the Lord by eating from the Tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Did the serpent use Fake News to convince her to eat the fruit going against the commandment of the Lord? How did satan use the same technique on the Lord Jesus in the wilderness? Does satan use the same tricks on us today? Listen an...

The Holy Place. In this episode we will look at the Holy Place that is in the Tabernacle of Moses. In this Holy Place is the Great Menorah, the Table of Shewbread and the Altar of Incense. How do these items in the Old Testament relate to us today in the New Testament Church? Is the Nave in the Orthodox Church the same as the Holy Place? Please listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Mae...

Where is your talent? This study comes from the Gospel of Matthew 25:14-30. In this show we will examine the meaning of the Parable of the Talents and how they directly relate to us today. What is your Spiritual Gift or Gifts? Hopefully this show will help you identify which ones the grace of God has placed upon you. Remember, these gifts are for the edification of the Church. Presented by Dr. Al...

Marriage or Partnership? In this show we will examine the difference between Marriage and a Partnership. What does Holy Scripture have to say about this? What does it mean to be One Flesh? Is marriage only a legal contract or is it something more as revealed in Scripture. How can we be in a true union? Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is broadcast live on Monday's at 12P...

The Seventh Council. This show will examine the 7th Ecumenical Council and the restoration of the Holy Icons back into the church. Questions arise! Are the Icons graven Images? When we kiss an Icon are we involved in idolatry? What is the difference between worship and reverence? These questions and more will be answered in this show. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is...

The Bronze Serpent. In Numbers chapter 21 we read of the account of the fiery serpents that bit the Israelite's because of their grumbling. Why would God do this to his chosen people? It seems a very radical action from God. Why did Moses fashion a Bronze Serpent and put it on a pole? What happened to the bronze serpent and how does this story relate to us today? Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeye...

Servant of God receives! This show topic is about receiving the Holy Mysteries in the Orthodox Church. What does the priest say before communing you and what does it all mean. This is a must listen show! You will be better equipped to receive Holy Communion when you listen to this very important show topic. I want everyone to be better informed. Your life depends on it! Presented by Dr. Al (Petros...

Can You Avoid God? This topic examines this statement. Adam and Eve avoided God but He knew why? This topic deals with Jonah the prophet and his rebellion to God's direction but through a journey in a whale's stomach, God got his attention. How does this story relate to us? Can we avoid God in our life and if we do what are the ramifications? Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This...

John the Forerunner. In this episode we will look at the life of John the Baptist and how God used him. Why does the Church call him the Forerunner? Why was Zachariah made to loose his voice by the Archangel Gabriel? What were his first words when he named his child John? What lesson can we gain from this study of John the Baptist? Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is bro...

Jesus and Organized Religion Part 2. In this show we will look at how Jesus and Organized Religion in the light of, did He support or reject it. How did organized Religion begin and is there a specific way God wants to be worshiped? Are all religions and forms of worship acceptable to Jesus? How do we know what is acceptable? In this show answers to these questions and more will be revealed. Prese...

Jesus and Organized Religion Part 1. In this show we will look at how Jesus and Organized Religion in the light of, did He support or reject it. How did organized Religion begin and is there a specific way God wants to be worshiped? Are all religions and forms of worship acceptable to Jesus? How do we know what is acceptable? In this show answers to these questions and more will be revealed. Prese...

The Transfiguration. In this episode we will study the Transfiguration of the Lord on Mt. Tabor. What does the word transfiguration mean? Can we be transfigured? What animals have the power to transfigure? What does Holy Scripture say about the event on Mt. Tabor and what happens every year on Mountain? All these questions will addressed in this show. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of D...

Part 6, of The Blood Covenant. In this last episode of the Blood Covenant series, we will examine the Benefits of the Covenant that consist of Righteousness and Peace and Union with God. What kind of attitude should we have and what are the elements of the Covenant? The final analysis is, the New Covenant is made with the Blood of the Son of God, Luke 22:20. This show is broadcast live on Monday's...

The Blood Covenant Part 5. In Part 5 we will look at the last step in making covenant with God. The 7th step is the Covenant Meal. In this step we see how by partaking of the Covenant Meal we become united as one with who we share the meal with. In this case it is the Lord Jesus Christ. This step involves us in the Holy Eucharist. We can be united to Christ and have eternal life. Listen and find o...

The Blood Covenant Part 4. In this episode we will continue to look at the steps of making a covenant with God. Part 4 will examine the following: Cutting the Sacrificial Animal, the Striking of the Hands and a review of the Blessings and Curses. I will detail each step and how it is directly tied to Jesus Christ while we are making a Covenant with God. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of...

The Blood Covenant Part 3. In this episode we will examine what it means to Exchange Weapons which is the 3rd step in making a Covenant. God's enemies are our enemies if we really are in Covenant with a Holy God. We are to let God be the avenger of evil and not us. We must leave it to God in the avenging arena. He is perfect and we are not. By letting God be the avenger we are showing Him we have...