The Problem of Suffering

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The Problem of Suffering

FromBecoming a Healing Presence

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Jul 8, 2012

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Why is there suffering in the world? Is God trying to punish us? Dr. Rossi addresses this important topic and helps us understand that there is purpose in suffering.

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Jul 8, 2012

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Through Christ, We Learn to Bring Healing to Others - We are a healing presence to others when we give them strength and when we give them hope. On Becoming a Healing Presence, Dr. Albert Rossi explains how to do both in imitation of Christ, our complete healer, who desires nothing more than for us to be His humanity on earth - his healing presence to others.

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The Problem of Suffering: Why is there suffering in the world? Is God trying to punish us? Dr. Rossi addresses this important topic and helps us understand that there is purpose in suffering. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Anger: Anger - express it or repress it? Dr. Al Rossi gives us guidance and helps us understand the healthy and Christ-like alternatives. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Solitude: Metropolitan Kallistos says "Solitude is a state of soul, not a matter of geographical location. The real desert lies within the heart." In this episode, Dr. Rossi explores the healing nature of silence. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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The Power of the Name: When we are silently aware of the presence of Christ, the whisper of His name will bring healing to us and spill out to others. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Despondency: Today, Dr. Rossi distinguishes between despondency and depression and helps us recognize and deal with it so we can be a healing presence to others. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Sane Asceticism: Dr. Rossi begins a short series on the "Pendulum of Asceticism" with today's episode titled "Sane Asceticism." by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Living for Others: Part of becoming a healing presence is to share our lives with others without the expectation of reward or acknowledgement. Dr. Rossi shares the story of Johnny Appleseed as an example. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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The Power of Being Non-Judgmental: Dr. Rossi talks about the jungle of wicked thoughts in our minds and the need to not judge others. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Internet Pornography - Part 2: In part 2, Dr. Rossi gives some practical advice to those who are struggling with internet pornography or those who provide counseling. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Walking in God’s Presence: What does it mean to be constantly in the presence of God? Dr. Rossi explores the practical implications in today's episode. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Orthodoxy is “Paradoxy”: Dr. Rossi talks about the many paradoxes in Orthodoxy that defy explanation but at the same time define our faith. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Embracing Ambiguity: Continuing the theme of the last episode which dealt with Orthodoxy as Paradoxy, Dr. Rossi talks about the need to embrace ambiguity. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Dark Asceticism: Continuing his series on the "Pendulum of Asceticism", Dr. Rossi talks about "Dark Asceticism" and its dangers. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Asceticism and Orthodox Secularism: In the third installment on the general topic of asceticism, Dr. Rossi addresses the subtle temptation to slip into secularism. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Hearing the Snow: When we are intentional in our listening and silence, we are in the best position to commune with Christ. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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The Still Small Voice: How does God speak to us? Are we listening? by Becoming a Healing Presence
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The Sacrament of the Present Moment: We hear so much about "living in the present moment" but what does that mean and how do we do it? by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Personal Freedom: What are we free and not free to do as believers in Christ? Dr. Rossi gives some practical examples of freedom used where freedom was not appropriate. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Forgiveness From the Heart: True forgiveness comes from the heart and Dr. Rossi tells us what that looks like. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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The Problem of Death: None of us can avoid death. So as Orthodox Christians, how should we look at death and grief in a healing manner? by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Relax in God’s Hands: Dr. Rossi uses a quote from St. Irenaeus to illustrate the need for balance in our lives. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Suicide - Part 1: In the first of a two-part series, Dr. Rossi helps us be a healing presence for those who are tempted with suicide. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Christ Lifting Adam and Eve to Paradise: Dr. Rossi talks with iconographer Khouria Erin Kimmett about the icon most associated with the resurrection. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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Silent Night: In his special Christmas episode, Dr. Rossi explores the "night" in both the Nativity story as well as Christ's Passion. by Becoming a Healing Presence
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