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Explaining the significance of each of the names of Christ - Fr. Thomas Hopko identifies the names bestowed on Christ by the Holy Scriptures and the Church Fathers and explains their signifi...
In this final reflection in the Names of Jesus series, Fr. Tom Hopko shows how the Name of Jesus is supreme.
In this next to last episode in the Names of Jesus series, Fr. Tom takes us to Hebrews 12 where the RSV tells us that Jesus is the "Pioneer...
Holy Scripture tells us there is "One Mediator between God and men" (I Timothy 2:5). Fr. Tom Hopko teaches on Christ as our Mediator and Int...
Jesus is the Head of the Church and the Head of the Body which is the Church. Fr. Thomas reflects on this title for Christ in this new episo...
Several places in Holy Scripture, there are architectural images given to describe our Lord. Fr. Thomas reflects on them in today's episode.
What is the testimony of the Lord Jesus Christ as described in the Book of Revelation? Fr. Tom Hopko explores this with us in his next episo...
We know that Jesus is the Healer of soul and body, and the New Testament is replete with accounts of his miraculous works. But how do we dif...
As Fr. Tom comes close to the end of this series, he explores with us the name of Jesus as Pastor and Bishop.
Fr. Tom continues his series on the Names of Jesus by exploring two names that we do not usually associate with Christ.
We affirm as central to the Great Tradition both the divinity and humanity of Jesus, but today Fr. Tom focuses on the humanity of Christ as...
The Son of God became the Son of Man and was "made sin" according to the Scriptures. What should we understand about this way of speaking of...
In his continuing series on the Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom Hopko explores Jesus as the Holy One of God.
In this next episode of The Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom talks about the inheritance that God promises to his people that comes to us through Chr...
In a previous episode, Fr. Tom talked about Jesus as the "Firstborn," but there is another similar image in Scripture that describes Jesus a...
This week we will hear a lot about the Bridegroom in our Holy Week services. Who is this Bridegroom and what is the significance of that tit...
In his continuing series on the names of Jesus, Fr. Thomas looks at the meaning behind the scriptural references to God's chosen ones throug...
What is the significance of the firstborn son in ancient culture and how does that relate to Christ?
What does it mean to say that we are "bought with a price"? Fr. Tom talks about redemption and how Christ has "purchased us" with his own bl...
While normally associated with the Holy Spirit, the name Paraclete also refers to Jesus as our Advocate, Comforter, and Counselor.
Peace is not simply the absence of conflict but rather a virtue reflecting the character of God Himself.
Fr. Tom explores the last of the "I Am" statements in St. John's Gospel.
In John 10, Jesus talks about gates, thieves, and robbers, but he also talks about salvation and abundant life!
What does it mean to say that Jesus is "The Resurrection"? Today Fr. Tom dives deeply into the significance of the Gospel as it relates to t...
Jesus didn't just say he would give us our daily bread; he said he is the Bread of Life. Fr. Tom Hopko continues his study of the great "I A...
Fr. Thomas has explored Jesus as the Way, the Truth, and now, the Life. What does life mean and how is Christ identified as THE life?
Jesus does not say he will show us Truth. He claims to BE Truth. He is full of Truth, full of Grace, and the very definition of Truth.
Jesus said, "I go and prepare a place for you, but I will come back, and I will take you with me." He also talked about "the way I am going,...
In our Troparia for Nativity, we sing "Your Nativity, O Christ our God, has shone to the world the Light of wisdom! For by it, those who wor...
One of the great "I Am" statements in Scripture is in John's Gospel where Jesus said, "I am the Light of the world" (John 8:12). Today Fr. T...
God does not want to condemn anyone, but his judgment is a merciful judgment, and God's divinity is revealed through his Son, Jesus. Learn m...
If anyone sins, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ, the righteous one (I John 2). Fr. Tom explores what the Scriptures mean b...
What was the nature and purpose of the death of Christ as depicted in the Old Testament prophecy of Isaiah? Get your Orthodox Study Bible ou...
Listen to a fascinating and instructive word study on the word "servant" and how it is applied to Jesus in both the Old and New Testaments.
God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac on the altar. Fr. Tom explores this passage and others that refer to Jesus as "the Lamb."
Jesus is the "Great Shepherd of the Sheep" (Hebrews 13:20) but at the same time the "Lamb that was slain" (Revelation 5:12). Fr. Tom Hopko e...
The Lord is King and reigns in majesty! Fr. Tom explores the numerous references to Jesus as King in the Scriptures.
Fr. Tom takes us to the Letter to the Hebrews which tells us why Jesus is the perfect sacrifice or offering.
When the Bible refers to Jesus as The Prophet, is it saying He is able to predict the future or is it something much deeper?
Fr. Tom Hopko continues his informative series on the Names of Jesus by exploring the term "Rabbi" or "Teacher" when referring to Jesus.
Fr. Tom contrasts the original Adam with Christ who is called The Last or New Adam.
Fr. Thomas Hopko delves deep into the reality that Jesus is truly Man.
Why does Jesus refer to Himself as Son of Man when virtually no one else does?
As Fr. Tom continues his series on the Names of Jesus, he examines the word "Power" and how it applies to Christ.
Fr. Tom explores what the scriptures mean when they say Jesus is the very Image of God.
If Jesus is the Word of God, it follows that He is also the Wisdom of God. For where God's Word is, there is also His Wisdom.
Ask the average Christian today to define the "Word of God" and he will probably say "The Bible." Fr. Thomas says Jesus is THE Word, not jus...
Fr. Tom continues his examination of Jesus as God.
In his continuing series on the Names of Jesus, Fr. Tom explores Jesus as God.
Where and why in the Scriptures is the term "I Am" used to refer to Christ and why is it so critical to His identity?
In Matthew 22, Jesus asked "What do you think of the Christ? Who's Son is He?" What follows is a dialog about David's son and his statement...