Live with the Louhs The Fruits of the Spirit: Peace
Jun 25, 2025
Fr. Nick and Dr. Roxanne delve into the challenge of finding peace in a chaotic world. They highlight how emotional turmoil can hijack our peace and emphasize that true tranquility comes from being anchored in Christ. The discussion includes how family dynamics and social media can rob us of serenity, along with practical steps for maintaining peace through faith practices. They also stress the importance of supportive relationships and discerning companions who nurture spiritual growth.
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Emotions Hijack The Mind
- Emotions like anxiety and fear hijack the emotional brain and suppress problem-solving and connection.
- St. Silouan warns we must guard the mind by driving out thoughts displeasing to God and welcoming pleasing thoughts.
Dinner Conversation That Escalated
- Dr. Roxanne describes a family dinner where a jealous sister personalized praise and turned it into offense, sparking a 15-minute fight.
- That instant personalization and defensiveness quickly robbed the family of peace.
Liturgy Frames Vertical And Horizontal Peace
- The Divine Liturgy opens with 'In peace, let us pray,' linking vertical peace with God to horizontal peace among people.
- Peace in liturgy underscores that our inner peace supports communal worship and reconciliation.
