STSA Church Podcast

Ancient Faith Chats aim is to simplify complex concepts from the ancient faith and explore the reasons behind them in a simple, practical way. Join Fr. Anthony as he delves into the “why” behind our beliefs and the relevance of the ancient faith in today’s world. In this episode, Father Anthony explores the different dimensions of forgiveness and its implications in various situations. He addresses questions and concerns raised by participants, offering guidance on how to approach forgiveness and emphasizing its importance in maintaining healthy relationships. Through an engaging and thought-provoking discussion, Father Anthony invites listeners to explore the transformative power of forgiveness and its impact on our lives.

Ancient Faith Chats aim is to simplify complex concepts from the ancient faith and explore the reasons behind them in a simple, practical way. Join Fr. Anthony as he delves into the “why” behind our beliefs and the relevance of the ancient faith in today’s world. In this episode of Ancient Faith Chats, Father Anthony explains that salvation is not simply a ticket to heaven. Father Anthony emphasizes the role of Jesus as the ultimate healer and the sacraments as the means by which we connect with God and receive his grace. He encourages humility and caution when making assumptions about who will be saved, as it is ultimately up to God to judge the hearts of individuals. He reminds us that being saved is not an event, but an ongoing journey.

Ancient Faith Chats aim is to simplify complex concepts from the ancient faith and explore the reasons behind them in a simple, practical way. Join Fr. Anthony as he delves into the “why” behind our beliefs and the relevance of the ancient faith in today’s world. The first topic discussed is "What Happens After I Die?" Father Anthony explains the concept of death as a consequence of man's free will, rather than a punishment from God. He also discusses the intermediate state after death and the belief in resurrection and eternal life. The importance of sincere repentance and spending time with God is also emphasized. Father Anthony concludes the episode by introducing a quiet time guide available on the STSA Ministries website, which aims to help individuals establish a regular practice of spending time with God.

Ancient Faith Chats aim is to simplify complex concepts from the ancient faith and explore the reasons behind them in a simple, practical way. Join Fr. Anthony as he delves into the “why” behind our beliefs and the relevance of the ancient faith in today’s world. In this chat, Father Anthony Messeh discusses the question of why God allows suffering. He emphasizes the importance of understanding that God is good and that our definition of goodness is subjective, self-serving, and short-sighted. Father Anthony encourages listeners to trust in God's goodness, even when they cannot see it, and reminds them that the day is coming when suffering will cease and evil will be judged. He also addresses a listener question of whether it is okay to sue someone who has wronged you. Throughout the chat, the theme of trusting in God's goodness and recognizing the temporary nature of suffering and injustice is emphasized.

Ancient Faith Chats aim is to simplify complex concepts from the ancient faith and explore the reasons behind them in a simple, practical way. Join Fr. Anthony as he delves into the “why” behind our beliefs and the relevance of the ancient faith in today’s world. Thank you for joining us on this episode of the Ancient Faith Chat, part 2 of "What Happens After I Die", where we delved into topics such as what happens after death and the importance of prayer for the dead. 

Ancient Faith Chats aim is to simplify complex concepts from the ancient faith and explore the reasons behind them in a simple, practical way. Join Fr. Anthony as he delves into the “why” behind our beliefs and the relevance of the ancient faith in today’s world.