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The Blood Covenant Part 2. In this episode we will look at Step 1 and Step 2 of the 7 total steps that are required to make covenant with God. In Step 1 we exchanged robes, which is a symbol of putting on the other person. In Step 2 we exchanged belts, which also is a symbol of exchanging strength and weaknesses. We can see the beginning of David and Johnathan making a covenant which is written in...

The Blood Covenant Part 1. In this episode I will begin the study of the The Blood Covenant. We will look at blood and how it it used in making covenant with God. I will also define what it means to be in covenant with a Holy God. Is it relationship or covenant with God? Is there a difference? We will look at some examples of God making covenant with man. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc....

Heaven, The Port of Entry. In this episode we will look at what it takes to gain entry into Heaven. What is the vetting process and how the condition of the heart of mankind is crucial to the vetting process. We know thru Holy Scripture that God is Love. Can we escape the Judgement Seat of Christ? Who goes to Heaven and who goes to Hell. Please listen and find out the answer. Presented by Dr. Al (...

Love to Hate. In this show topic we will look at the differences between Love and Hate. What does the Holy Scriptures teach us and what do the Church Fathers have to say that always agrees with Scripture. Are we allowed to Hate? How do we Love one another as the Gospel of Jesus Christ teaches us. What is the danger of us hating? Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div...

Changing Fathers. In this episode we will examine what Jesus Christ tells us thru Holy Scripture about our Father. If we are not Born Again then our Father is the Devil and we do the bidding of that Father. There must be a change from darkness to light. There are two kingdoms in front of us. Jesus has paved the way for us to inherit the True Kingdom. Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petro...

Married Bishop, An Analysis. In this show we will look at the early church who had married bishops. Holy Scripture, the Cannons of the Church, and the Church Fathers all document the fact that married bishops existed since the beginning of the Church. What changed? Why are married bishops looked down upon as uncanonical today? Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div....

Is Jesus God? In this episode we will look at the Holy Scriptures, Old and New Testaments to seek the answers. The First Council at Nicaea also guides us about the deity of Jesus. The bottom line is of course the question Jesus asked the apostles, "who do you say that I am"? The answer is very critical to your eternal life. Hopefully we have ears to hear and eyes to see the answer in this show. Pr...

Holy Pentecost. In this show I will talk about the miracle of the Apostles receiving the Holy Spirit in the upper room in Jerusalem. The Lord Jesus instructed them to wait in Jerusalem until the comforter would come. The Holy Spirit descended on the Apostles in tongues of fire. How is the event important to us today and what does it mean to be filled the Spirit? Listen and find out. Presented by D...

Interpreting Holy Scripture. In this show we will look at the proper interpretation of Holy Scripture. Can we self interpret the Scriptures or do we need help? Of course we need help as the Eunuch did, and the Holy Spirit sent Philip to him to help with the interpretation when he was reading the book of Isaiah. Listen to see the what the parameters are for the proper interpretation. Presented by D...

The Blind Man. In this episode we will look at the healing Jesus performed on the Blind Man. He was blind from birth and was healed on the Sabbath which caused the Jews to get very upset and even call Jesus a sinner. How is our vision? Are we blind to the truth that Jesus is the Son of God? If we are, what is the remedy? Please listen in to find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Di...

In the fear of God with Faith and Love draw near. This is the exclamation the priest gives to the people to come and receive the Holy Mysteries. What kind of fear should we have towards God? What kind of faith and love is required to approach and partake of the cup of the Lord? These questions are answered in the show today. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is broadcast...

Sunday of the Paralytic. In this episode I will talk about the Paralytic and his encounter with Jesus Christ. How was the Paralytic healed? Did Jesus help him into the water to be healed? What miracle occurred? How does this topic relate to us today in a world full of sin and spiritual darkness. Can we be healed? Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is b...

The Myrrh Bearing Woman. Today we will look at the Myrrh Bearing Women and their journey to the tomb of Christ on that Sunday morning. They were going to the grave to finish anointing the Lord who was crucified. What did they find? Who did they encounter? What instruction did they receive? How does the empty tomb affect us today? Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is broad...

The Believing Saint Thomas. In this episode we will follow Saint Thomas on his journey to meet the risen Lord Jesus Christ. Thomas proclaimed to the Apostles, I will not believe unless I put hands into His wounds. The Lord appeared to Thomas 8 days after His Resurrection and challenged him. Thomas said, My Lord and my God. Hopefully when we encounter the Lord we will say the same thing that Thomas...

Easter or Pascha? We see during this time of year, Easter Baskets, bunnies and eggs, why? how did we get there? Why don't use the word Pascha? What does this word mean? In this show I will bring information about the origins of the Easter bunny, baskets and eggs and how it differs tremendously regarding the celebrating of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc....

Is Church Attendance Important? Do we have to go to church? In this episode I will reveal thru Holy Scripture and the Church Fathers the necessity of church attendance. We have free will to go or not to go. What are the ramifications if you do not attend church on a regular basis? Are you cheating yourself? What are you worshiping instead, if not the Lord Jesus Christ? Presented by Dr. Al (Petros)...

Saint Mary of Egypt. In this episode we will look at the life of Mary and how she was truly converted from a life of sin to Glorifying God every moment of the day. She was led out into the desert to spend her days in contemplation and met a priest monk named Zosimas from a monastery. Learn about there relationship and how there lives can be applied to us today. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens...

John the Ladder. In this show we will talk about John Climacos who wrote the treatise on the Ladder of Divine Ascent. Who is John? How many steps are there? Is this related to a dream that Jacob had in the book of Genesis? How important is it to read this paper on the Divine Ascent? Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is broadcast live on Monday's at 12...

Cain and Abel. This is a story of 2 brothers, the off spring of Adam and Eve, who came to worship the Lord. One sacrifice was acceptable and one was not. Why did God not accept Cain's sacrifice? Why did Cain see the need to kill his younger brother? How did God respond to the first murder? Listen and find out all of the details of Cain and Abel's relationship and how this applies to us today? Pres...

I AM. In this show we will talk about when God first told Moses by what name He is called by and when the people would ask, who sent you Moses could tell them the I AM sent me. What does the word I AM mean? In the New Testament Jesus used the word, I AM many times in the Gospel of John and almost got Him stoned by the Jews. Listen and find out why they wanted to stone Him and can Jesus claim to be...

The Great Fast. In the Orthodox Church there are 4 major fast periods that are observed. Learn when these occur and what is required to fast. What attitude should we have. Listen to the Church Fathers as they guide is to a more perfect fast. Isaiah Chapter 58 lists all the reasons and benefits of the Fast. Fasting is one of our spiritual weapons we have to be in Theosis. Present by Dr. Al (Petros)...

Pleasing God. In this episode we will look at what does it take to please God. What can we do to assure ourselves that we are indeed pleasing God. What a terrible state we will be in if we just please ourselves and forget the Royal Commandment of LOVE. What will God do with us in the end if we just please ourselves. Listen and find out why the 1st Century Church flourished. Presented by Dr. Al (Pe...

The eyes have it. In this show we will study the Scriptures in Matthew Chapter 6 and how the Lord said the eyes are the window into the soul. How important is it to be full of light? What did the Lord say about the darkness in mankind. How can we be assured that the soul is illuminated by the light of the Lord? Tune in and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This show is br...

Casting the first stone. In this episode we will look at the Scripture in John Chapter 8 where a woman caught in the act of adultery was brought before Jesus and the Scribes and Pharisees wanted her stoned according to the Mosaic law. See what Jesus's response was and what was the final outcome for the woman. An amazing ending to this story. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div. This s...

A Thorn in the Flesh. In this episode I will talk about Saint Paul and his thorn in the flesh. It comes from 2 Cor. 12:7-10. Paul asked God to remove the thorn 3 times and He did not. Why? What kind of thorn are you dealing with? Can you cope with it if it is not removed? Listen and find out. Presented by Dr. Al (Petros) Maeyens Doc. of Div This show is broadcast live on Monday's at 12PM ET on W4C...