Pilgrims from Paradise
By Matthew Gallatin and Ancient Faith Radio
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The Pilgrims from Paradise podcast features Matthew Gallatin, a Philosophy professor from Idaho, and is brought to you by Ancient Faith Radio
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John 6:63 And The Eucharist - Part 2 | Matthew concludes his discussion by reminding us of Christ's own words that He is "the Living Bread of Everlasting Life." | 9/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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John 6:63 And The Eucharist | Does St. John-- as Protestants teach-- disprove the belief that the bread and wine in the Eucharist is actually the Body and Blood of Christ? Matthew answers with an emphatic, "No." | 9/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Bible And Predestination - Part 3 | In the final chapter of his series, Matthew conclusively shows St. Paul's meaning behind his use of the term "predestined." | 9/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Bible And Predestination - Part 2 | How can St. Paul's use of the term "all men" be interpreted as "some men"? When it's used to erroneously support the Calvinist doctrine of predestination. This week, Matthew shows how. | 8/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Bible And Predestination - Part 1 | Matthew returns again to the Calvinist doctrine of predestination and examines its merits in light of St. Paul's letters to the Ephesians and to Timothy. | 8/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Old Testament Sacrifices - Part 2 | Matthew concludes his series by examining the nature of man's conscience. | 7/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Old Testament Sacrifices - Part 1 | Matthew answers the question, "What was God's purpose with the Old Testament sacrificial system?" | 7/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Spirit - Part 4 | In this podcast, Matthew examines two other pillars of Church unity-- the breaking of bread and prayers. | 6/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Spirit - Part 3 | Matthew continues his series, this time examining the unity of the early Christians and their entry into the Divine Nature of the Trinity. | 5/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Spirit - Part 2 | Matthew examines what the Holy Spirit brings to those who are open and willing. | 5/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Spirit - Part 1 | The coming of the Holy Spirit into the world, says Matthew, was the dynamic event which makes true oneness with God and with other people possible. | 4/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Pillars Of The Fast - Part 2 | Matthew concludes his short series, examining the final two pillars-- prayer and alms-giving-- with special emphasis on the former. | 4/1/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Pillars Of The Fast - Part 1 | In this short series, Matthew examines the three "pillars" of Great Lent and uncovers the essence of love and unity that are inherent in each. He begins with Fasting. | 3/24/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Bearing A Cross | At the mid-point of Great Lent, the Church inspires our efforts with Christ's Holy Cross. Matthew uses this opportunity to reflect on our own crosses. | 3/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Incarnation - Part 3 | Matthew explains that, just as every human being fell under the curse of death through Adam, every human has been given immortality in Christ. | 3/4/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Incarnation - Part 2 | Matthew continues his series by showing how the Fall altered the nature of man's existence. We don't die because we sin. We sin because we die. | 2/25/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Incarnation - Part 1 | Matthew begins a new series showing how the Incarnation restores loving oneness between humankind and its Creator. | 2/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Fall - Part 4 | Matthew examines the deception of Satan in Eden. | 1/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Fall - Part 3 | Matthew takes note of the nature of the fall and what was truly lost. | 12/27/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Fall - Part 2 | Continuing his series, Matthew shows how the Western interpretation of Genesis is colored by their concept of God Himself. | 12/7/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Fall - Part 1 | Matthew contrasts the Western and Orthodox views on the disobedience of Adam and Eve in Eden. He begins by revisiting the fall itself. | 12/1/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And Creation - Part 2 | Mathew illustrates how the communal nature of God is why Christians can say that God is love. | 10/28/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And Creation - Part 1 | Matthew continues his examination of oneness, this time showing how we become one with God, participants in the communal life of the Holy Trinity. | 10/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Trinity - Part 3 | Matthew continues his series by contrasting the Western and Eastern views of the Trinity. | 9/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Trinity - Part 2 | The great mystery of the Trinity lies in the sameness of each part of the triune Godhead. Matthew examines how this is so. | 8/28/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness And The Trinity - Part 1 | Matthew shows how the communal life of the Father, Son and Spirit defines who we are and how we must live. | 8/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness - Part 2 | Matthew shows how it is the desire of God that our lives be joined together in the same way that the Father and the Son are united. | 7/24/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Oneness - Part 1 | Matthew explains how self-centered individualism leads to a personal moral code, which is dangerously close to amorality. | 7/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Evangelism And The Chalice | Matthew shows how Christ's invitation in Scriptures to His disciples is surpassed by His invitation to us today to partake of His Body and Blood. | 7/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Concerning Moths | Matthew relates how the key to a struggle he fought years ago lied in the moths which were drawn to the Light of Christ. | 6/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Theosis In A Busy World | Matthew answers a letter from a listener who feels overwhelmed in his quest for the proper spiritual path. | 5/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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In Praise Of The Myrrhbearers | Matthew explains how the myrrhbearing women stood by Jesus, not from any agenda, but from their love of Him. | 5/9/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Difference A Week Makes | Matthew shows that it's a short journey from "Hosanna" to "Crucify Him!" For the ancient Jews. And for us. | 4/12/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Detachment | Matthew examines the necessity of loving Christ above all. | 4/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Lenten Journey To Love | Matthew explains how Great Lent brings us together in Christian oneness. | 3/22/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Romans Nine - Part 5 | Matthew concludes his series by looking at Pharaoh's hardened heart. | 3/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Romans Nine - Part 4 | Matthew goes on to examine Romans eleven to further illumine St. Paul's writings two chapters earlier. | 3/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Romans Nine - Part 3 | Matthew examines the hardening of Pharoah's heart as "proof" of pre-destination. | 2/25/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Romans Nine - Part 2 | Matthew continues his examination of St. Paul's epistle, looking this time at God's relationship with Jacob and Esau. | 2/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Romans Nine - Part 1 | Does St. Paul's letter to the Romans "prove" pre-destination? | 2/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Loving Creation - Part 3 | Matthew concludes his series by examining our relationship with the environment - one that is both sacramental and eucharistic. | 2/3/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Loving Creation - Part 2 | Having been born in the image of God, we strive to achieve His likeness - becoming one with Him. And our relationship with His creation is a part of that spiritual development. | 1/27/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Loving Creation - Part 1 | Matthew begins a series exploring the spiritual aspect of environmentalism by asking, "Why does God create?" | 1/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christmas Remembered - Part 2 | Matthew concludes his annual tale set in Christmas of 1964 | 12/23/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christmas Remembered - Part 1 | In this now-traditional annual story, Matthew takes us back to the week before Christmas, 1964 and recounts the tale of a young boy and his mother's love. | 12/16/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christmas Letter ‘08 | As the blessed Natvity of our Lord approaches, Matthew catches us up on events in his own life, reflects on the past year and gives thanks for all his gifts. | 12/10/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 25 | Matthew concludes his series by noting how the rationalism and idealism of western culture prevents seekers from recognizing the true Church. | 11/20/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 24 | Matthew gives us the third obstacle between western believers and the experience of pre-Augustinian Christianity - misconceptions about the nature of the Church. | 11/13/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 23 | Matthew explains how experiencing God requires two elements - asceticism and the mysteries, or sacraments. | 11/3/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 22 | Matthew examines the Western Charismatic movement. | 10/23/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 21 | Matthew outlines the problems inherent in a relationship with God based on rational contemplation or imagination. | 10/16/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 20 | Matthew reveals how the second obstacle to overcome in Western philosophy is in finding intimacy with God. | 10/9/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 19 | Matthew answers those sects that subscribe to an "annihilation doctrine". | 10/2/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 18 | Matthew explains that the Eastern Christian view of punishment lies not in God's actions towards sinners, but in the sinners' reaction to God's love. | 9/25/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 17 | Matthew reveals that God shows redemptive love, not vindictive vengeance, to those he punishes-- especially to children. | 9/18/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 16 | Matthew examines the wrathful deeds of the loving God. | 9/11/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 15 | Matthew points out how the difference between the God of the Old and New Testaments is actually our own spiritual maturing. | 9/4/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 14 | In this segment, Matthew notes the true nature of God's "wrath." | 8/28/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity | Matthew is forced to reject Western punishment theories because of one simple fact: God, by nature, does not change. | 8/18/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 12 | Matthew looks at the history of God's actions towards us to see if "legal" theories hold water. | 8/11/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 11 | In this segment, Matthew outlines the "ransom theory" of salvation subscribed to by the early Church. | 8/4/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 10 | This week, Matthew outlines three ways that the remnants of Augustine's philosophy infect even those who are trying to return to an intimate experience with God. | 7/28/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 9 | Matthew continues his discussion of Augustine and his views on predestination. | 7/21/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 8 | Matthew shows how a misunderstanding of the story of the Garden of Eden leads to a misunderstanding of our relationship with God. | 7/14/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 7 | Looking more closely at the Augustinian view of God, Matthew examines the concept of "original sin". | 7/7/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 6 | Matthew Gallatin continues his examination of the differences between the Eastern and Western Churches, specifically their perspective on the nature of God. | 6/30/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 5 | In this segment, Matthew differentiates between the Eastern view of God as opposed to Augustine and the West. | 6/23/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 4 | In this segment, Matthew contrasts the mystical experience of the Eastern Church with the rational philosophy of the West. | 6/13/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 3 | Matthew notes how Eastern Orthodox Christians possess both the light (scriptures) and the path (ascetic, sacramental experiences). | 6/5/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 2 | Matthew continues his examination of sola scriptura and contrasts it with the Apostles decision regarding the circumcision of gentiles. | 5/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sola Scriptura And Philosophical Christianity - Part 1 | Matthew examines the Orthodox Church's beliefs concerning the Scriptures and its teachings regarding Holy Tradition. | 5/22/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Wise Thief | Matthew contemplates the crowd at Christ's crucifixion and how only one understood what was truly happening. | 5/8/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christian Pluralism - Part 4 | In the final part of this series, Matthew shows how unity is not only possible, but already exists. | 4/18/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christian Pluralism - Part 3 | In part three of four, Matthew shows the contradictions between various interpretations of Christ, thereby tearing down the notion of pluralism. | 4/11/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christian Pluralism - Part 2 | In part two of this four-part lecture, Matthew examines the "We all worhip the same Jesus" theory and shows why it is a fallacy. | 4/4/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christian Pluralism - Part 1 | In part one of this four-part series, Matthew outlines the problem that exists with pluralism in Christianity. | 3/28/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Listen To The Icons | The Saints of the Church, whose icons we venerate, lived the life of God, meeting Him face to face. They teach us how to have this life. | 3/21/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Knee-deep in the Pigsty (The Prodigal Son) | Matthew offers his reflections on our proneness toward sin, and God's relentless pursuit of us. 12:53 | 3/14/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Parable of the Last Judgment | Matthew encourages us to contemplate the sobering Parable of the Last Judgment, because what will happen to us at that moment is being decided right now. | 3/7/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Discovering The Will Of God - Part 4 | And here is the 4th and concluding part of this talk from Eagle River in Alaska. | 3/1/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Discovering The Will Of God - Part 3 | This is part 3 of Matthew's lecture at Eagle River in Alaska. | 2/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Discovering The Will Of God - Part 2 | This is part 2 of Matthew's 4 part lecture delivered at Eagle River in Alaska. | 2/13/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Discovering The Will Of God - Part 1 | Matthew just returned from Alaska where he spoke at Eagle River Institute on the topic of Discovering the Will of God. His next few episodes will feature that lecture. | 2/6/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Alaska and St. Herman | Matthew teaches us lessons from the life of St. Herman of Alaska, a life of simplicity, purity, and commitment. | 1/25/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Pastors and Worship | Matthew compares the role of an Evangelical Protestant pastor with that of an Orthodox priest. | 1/16/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What It Means To Worship | If our choice of churches is based on how they make us feel, are we really interested in worship? | 1/6/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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New Directions | Matthew is taking a step of faith into a new ministry endeavor including a church plant. Listen in on his audio Christmas newsletter. | 12/22/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Monasticism - Part 2 | Matthew talks about what all Christians can learn from monastics, and encourages us to develop a relationship with a monastery. | 11/30/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Monasticism | So what is the monastic life all about? Legalism? Works based salvation? Matthew explores this topic in today's episode. | 11/23/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Nativity Fast | So why are Orthodox Christians fasting the weeks leading up to Christmas while other Christians are having parties and good food? | 11/16/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Miracle | Matthew departs from his script today to reflect on the miracle that brought him to Orthodoxy, | 11/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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No Salvation Outside The Church | So what does it mean "There is no salvation outside of the Church?" Matthew explores that in this week's episode. | 11/2/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Doctrine = Christ | Does Christianity begin with a rational, doctrinally defined picture of God? Matthew explores the sacramental nature of the Church and how it relates to our experience of God. | 10/27/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Anathema | Matthew is back and feeling better. His thoughts today are concentrating on the flow of dogma through the history of the Church. He observes that doctrinal differences between Christians are more than just an annoyance. | 10/19/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Living Faith | Matthew is sick this week so we will take a break from his series on sacraments to present a short feature from our archives. | 10/12/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Sacraments - Part 3 | Are the sacraments some duty to be fulfilled or are they part of our very lives as Orthodox Christians? | 10/5/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Sacraments - Part 2 | Sacraments are not a bridge to anywhere - they are the destination. | 9/28/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Sacraments | Sacraments are how God lives out His life in us moment by moment, day by day. | 9/22/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Lust - part 2 | This is part 2 of Matthew's discussion on this fleshly passion that plagues so many. | 9/14/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Lust - part 1 | In part one of a two part series, Matthew addresses the societal problem of lust and immorality in the light of the Orthodox Christian Faith. | 9/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Confession | Why do Orthodox feel they need to confess their sins to a priest. Don't we all have direct access to God through Christ? | 9/1/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness-12 | This is the final episode in the Imputed Righteousness series. If you would like a CD package (4 CD's) of all 13 episodes in this series it is available for $30 when you make your request to . We will give you the details on how to process your order. | 8/23/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness-11 | Abraham faces the greatest test of his faith imaginable. | 8/15/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness 10 | Faith is the beginning of the journey to salvation but obedience is the path. It is simply our love relationship with God. | 8/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness 9 | What God really wants from us is a living connection. A joining with our beings. Just believing that doesn't make it happen. | 8/3/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Pause For A Few Questions | Matthew takes a break from his series to address some questions from listeners. | 7/26/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness 8 | What is the nature of faith and how does it relate to the phrase "faith alone?" | 7/19/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness 7 | Matthew is helping us understand the nature of our "dance" with God. Abram, Sarai and Hagar are the focus of today's study. | 7/12/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness - 6 | Dancing with God has become a lost art in the west. Listen as Matthew helps us recover this wonderful and living movement with our Creator. | 7/5/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness - 5 | Are we really righteous as the result of a declaration? Matthew continues his look at Abraham's faith and how that relates to our lives as Christians today. | 6/28/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness - 4 | Matthew continues his look at Abraham and his faith. What did God impute to him as a result? | 6/21/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness - 3 | This week Matthew takes a closer look at Abram becoming Abraham and what his faith brought about. | 6/13/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness - 2 | So, is God's righteousness a commodity he bestows on us or is it part of His being and we enter into it? | 6/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Imputed Righteousness - 1 | By popular demand, Matthew explores further a topic he introduced a few weeks ago. | 5/31/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Beggars And Saints - 2 | Matthew continues his exploration of those encounters with those we may prefer to avoid. He introduces us to David who would impact him for many years to come. | 5/24/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Beggars And Saints - 1 | So, what do you plan to say to the beggar you see waitng for you on the next block? | 5/17/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Virtual Righteousness - Part 2 | Matthew brings part 2 of a 2 part series on the differences between Eastern and Western views of imputed righteousness. | 5/10/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Virtual Righteousness - Part 1 | Matthew brings part 1 of a 2 part series on the differences between Eastern and Western views of imputed righteousness. | 5/3/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Welcome to the Pilgrims From Paradise Podcast | We hope you return for a fresh episode each week! | 4/26/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 119 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
Aid to Answers
Regardless of your religious background, Matthew offers clear help through the many questions that accompany a spiritual journey. Matthew's background, and passion for his faith and listeners adds depth to his discussions that allow us to carry our own search for answers to levels we may not be able to reach without a helping hand. I eagerly look forward to new topics and constantly review the old podcasts to gain understanding into thought processes, history and development.
Excellent!
Consistently on the mark.
Matthew Gallatin
Excellent teacher. I have learned more from him than any other in regards to my Christian Faith.
Thanks Matthew.
respectfully JER
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