What is the Spiritual Benefit of Almsgiving?

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What is the Spiritual Benefit of Almsgiving?

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Jul 21, 2020

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Dr. Constantinou continues her exploration of the Book of James, following up first on the relationship between God and temptation. She also discusses the importance of doing good deeds, especially almsgiving, according to St. John Chrysostom. Why does he emphasize almsgiving so frequently? What spiritual benefits arise from almsgiving?

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Jul 21, 2020

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Interesting and Accessible Bible Study for Busy People - In this live program, Presvytera and Dr. Jeannie Constantinou guides us through Holy Scripture with the eyes of the Church Fathers and answers listener questions.

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Entry Into Jerusalem: Shortly after his triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the public ministry of the Lord ended and his awe-inspiring Passion began. How does St. John describe the end of the Lord's public ministry and how does he explain the lack of faith in Christ shown by the Jewish leaders? by Search the Scriptures Live
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John 7 - Feast of Tabernacles (Continued): This wee,k Search the Scriptures Live continues our study of the Gospel of John to explore the controversies surrounding the identity of Jesus. When Jesus travels to Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles, the crowd is divided over whether he is a good man or a false prophet. The Evangelist and Theologian John presents the Jewish division over Christ amidst mounting tensions. by Search the Scriptures Live
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