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Reading Scripture as a path to Theosis — deification and union with God.
Key question: “How does this passage draw us into the mystery of God and guide us on the path of theosis?”
24,095 sermon illustrations through the Eastern Orthodox lens
12/24 (1906): Reginald Fessenden transmits the first radio broadcast; consisting of a poetry reading, a violin solo, and a speech.
He resigns a month later to join the newly elected John F. Kennedy administration.
3/17 (1776): American Revolution: The British Army evacuates Boston, ending the Siege of Boston, after George Washington and Henry Knox place artillery in positions overlooking the city.
7/20 (1592): During the first Japanese invasion of Korea, Japanese forces led by Toyotomi Hideyoshi captured Pyongyang, although they were ultimately unable to hold it.
"A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees." - Amelia Earhart
"Optimism is the one quality more associated with success and happiness than any other." - Brian Tracy
"The goal of an artist is to create the definitive work that cannot be surpassed." - George Bernard Shaw
"Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways." - Sigmund Freud
"At the center of your being you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want." - Lao Tzu
11/9 (1953): Cambodia gains independence from France.
10/31 (1913): Dedication of the Lincoln Highway, the first automobile highway across United States.
12/25 (336): First documentary sign of Christmas celebration in Rome.
8/6 (1661): The Treaty of The Hague is signed by Portugal and the Dutch Republic.
11/9 (1688): Glorious Revolution: William of Orange captures Exeter.
7/20 (1799): Tekle Giyorgis I begins his first of six reigns as Emperor of Ethiopia.
1/1 (1912): The Republic of China is established.
11/1 (1981): Antigua and Barbuda gains independence from the United Kingdom.
11/22 (1975): Juan Carlos is declared King of Spain following the death of Francisco Franco.