Ancient Faith Today Live

Your questions and comments answered! We're taking a deep dive, revisiting the issue of the proposed building of the Third Temple in Jerusalem. What is the Orthodox Christian understanding of prophetic fulfillment? And what about the Antichrist? Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

Ben from "Cleave to Antiquity" joins us to discuss why the Orthodox understanding of Mary's role is so important. He and Fr. Tom will also review some of the most egregious and shocking Protestant videos contra the Theotokos. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

Protestant and Roman Catholic apologists often cite the existence of multiple Orthodox churches as an example of disunity. But is that true? How does Orthodoxy maintain unity? Fr. Tom explains. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

Claims of the fulfillment of Ezekiel's prophecy of the building of the Third Temple are being made with increasing frequency. What is the Third Temple, according to the Orthodox Christian Faith, and why is it significant? Fr. Tom explains. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

The Orthodox Christian teaching about the tri-hypostatic (person) God is the revelation about who God is, revealed by Christ Himself. Is this teaching essential, or a needlessly complicated philosophical construction? Fr. Tom explains. Music used: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-classical-new-vision-classical-171297/

Orthodox Christians are often criticized by others for making their churches and worship services too ornate. Fr. Tom discusses the biblical reasons why getting worship right is so crucial. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

A rare gathering of Orthodox Christians and Evangelical Protestants met in North Macedonia to discuss a new evangelical outreach, renewing the work of Saints Cyril and Methodius over 1,000 years ago. Fr Brad Nassif joins Fr Tom, along with two Evangelical participants, to discuss.

The famous Protestant apologist William Lane Craig made controversial statements denying that the Son of God is eternally begotten of the Father, claiming it isn't a biblical doctrine. We present the evidence and show why this doctrine is both biblical and essential. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

A common Protestant objection to Orthodoxy's apostolic claims is that we resisted those whom God sent to reform the Church. Just as Israel needed Josiah and Nehemiah to turn them back to the truth, Orthodoxy needs a reformation. Fr. Tom responds. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

Father Tom responds to Evangelising Eastern Orthodoxy's video analysis of an interview he did with John Diacos discussing the Orthodox Christian worldview and his own personal background. We will discuss how to answer Evangelical claims about Jesus and the Gospel. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

In a follow-up to "The Occult's Death Grip on Young Women"—one of the most contentious episodes of AFT—Fr. Tom reviews the stories of young women who were deeply involved in the occult but have since given their lives to Christ in the Orthodox Christian Faith. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

Father Tom examines the history, leaders, and events of Orthodoxy in early 20th century America. From the Bolshevik revolution decimating Orthodox leadership to the arrival of Orthodox bishops in the US from overseas, which established new structures, a perfect storm unfolds. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

What does this enigmatic phrase from Psalm 81/82 mean, that we are gods? Isn't this the ancient lie told to Eve in the Garden of Eden? Fr. Tom unpacks these important concepts. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

Father Tom continues to expose groups who claim to be Orthodox but are fake groups with no connection to the ancient canonical Orthodox Church. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

There are numerous groups that claim to be a part of the legitimate Orthodox Church but in reality are not. They use spurious claims of apostolic succession. They prey on the unsuspecting. A few groups are promoting themselves online today. Fr. Tom discusses the problem. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

In the long history of the Orthodox Church, Orthodoxy in the West is relatively young. Yet, there are important truths that can be learned from the struggle to plant, maintain, and grow Orthodoxy in Western lands. Fr. Tom unpacks these important reminders. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

Is today's "Traditional Catholicism" the answer to Rome's problems? Fr. Tom looks at the various groups that have distanced themselves from Rome while still claiming to be Roman Catholic. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

John Diacos is an Australian of Greek heritage and a former Orthodox Christian. He leads a ministry called "Evangelising Eastern Orthodoxy," convinced that the Orthodox Church does not proclaim the "biblical gospel." Fr. Tom interviews him live. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

In part two of our discussion of justification, Fr. Tom examines faith and works in the life of a Christian believer according to the teachings of St. John Cassian, the great champion of the Orthodox view of faith and works, who balanced the extreme teachings of Pelagius and St. Augustine. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

The last book of the Bible, the Revelation of St. John, is by far the most misinterpreted and often, misunderstood book of the Bible. Why do we not read it i in our liturgical services? How is it interpreted? Join us as we peer into Revelation. Music attribution: New Vision (Classical) - PineAppleMusic Distributed by Pixabay Link: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-clas...

Justification by faith alone is the cornerstone of Protestant theology. But is justification only a legal ruling by God or is there something more? We will compare the various Protestant views of justification to the Orthodox understanding.

PARENTAL ADVISORY: This episode may contain content disturbing to some audiences. No teaching has engendered more controversy within Orthodoxy in the past 40 years than the Aerial Toll-Houses. Popularized by the book, "The Soul After Death," published in 1980 by Fr. Seraphim Rose, the teaching has become a contentious matter between sincere believers.

Online detractors of Orthodox Christianity accuse Orthodox Christianity of producing nominal Christians. Is Orthodoxy created to subvert deep faith in God? What should Christian faithfulness to Christ look like? We bring the receipts to disprove this slander.

What does it mean to be saved? What is salvation and how to we attain it? Fr Tom gives clear, traditional Orthodox teachings from the scriptures as taught by the Fathers.

What does the Church teach about the intercession of the Saints? Can they really hear our pleas to them? Are the Saints dead or alive? Fr Tom gives the clear, traditional Orthodox teaching from the scriptures.

An Australian based Protestant ministry called "Evangelising Eastern Orthodoxy" led by a former Greek Orthodox adherent claims that Orthodox Christians are "led away" from the Gospel because it's "obscured by other things." Fr. Tom responds with the truth of the matter.

Former Orthodox priest Joshua Schooping makes more baseless claims against the Orthodox Christian faith in his latest interview. Fr Tom responds to every point.

The Orthodox Observer (GOA) published a provocative article noting the polarity between "cradle and convert," "evangelism and ethnicity," positing that this is "a tension as ancient as the Orthodox Church." Father Tom responds from an historical and Biblical perspective.

The Church of England's election of the first female Archbishop of Canterbury has further fractured the Anglican communion. Fr. Thomas gives commentary on the influence of post-modernism within Anglicanism.

In a follow-up to previous episodes on an Orthodox Christian response to Penal Substitutionary Atonement (PSA), Fr Thomas leads us through a deep-dive into the services of Holy Week. Is the Church teaching us that the Father is punishing His Son in the crucifixion?

Father Thomas responds to Samuel Farag's continuing series, "Eastern Orthodoxy: Through the Lens of Scripture," in which he calls the Orthodox Christian teachings regarding Mary "Mariolatry." Are Orthodox Christians guilty of idolizing Mary, as he charges?

Social media posts noting the unprecedented number of conversions to Orthodox Christianity are increasing. Far from obscure, marginal voices on YouTube, Protestant thought leaders are speaking out about the trend with alarm. We'll respond to their claims.

God commanded that holy objects be covered, acknowledging their holiness and maintaining the mystery revealed. But if the curtain of the temple was torn in two, why do we Orthodox Christians still use a curtain? Why veil sacred objects? And what about head coverings?

The difference in emphasis between the Hebrew Masoretic text of Isaiah 53 and the Greek Septuagint is significant. Could this be the reason why the doctrine of Penal Substitutionary Atonement seems so out of place to Orthodox Christians?

While over 76,000 Canadians used the MAID program (Medical Assistance in Dying) to end their life, Switzerland's Sacro (suicide) Pod is now being designed to hold couples. What is the Orthodox Christian view of medically assisted euthanasia?

The Roman Catholic church's liturgical reforms continue to meet passionate resistance 60 years later. We'll review the state of their reforms to help us distinguish between the natural development of Orthodox liturgical practice and a destructive agenda-driven reform.

Pastor Samuel Farag, a former Coptic Christian, has partnered with American Gospel Films to create a 10-part series, "Eastern Orthodoxy Through the Lens of Scripture." Fr Thomas will respond to their episodes against the veneration of icons.

Fr. Thomas responds to an address by Vassa Larin about the term 'Orthodox." Larin claims that misuse of basic terms like "orthodoxy," "church," and "canonicity" are causing distortion of the Faith and require further clarification. What does she mean by "reclaiming" and "clarifying" these terms?

Rhett McLaughlin fueled the the deconstruction movement, destroying people's faith in Christ. Now he says he has the answer to save Christianity.

Pastor Samuel Farag, a former Coptic Christian, has partnered with American Gospel Films to create a 10-part series, "Eastern Orthodoxy Through the Lens of Scripture." Fr Thomas will respond to their episodes against the veneration of icons.