#lord jesus christ son of god have mercy on me a sinner

[orthodoxsoul]

Understand two thoughts, and fear them. One says,

"You are a saint," the other, "You won't be saved."

Both of these thoughts are from the enemy, and there is no truth in them. But think this way: I am a great sinner, but the Lord is merciful. He loves people very much, and He will forgive my sins. (St. Silouan the Athonite)

[gnosisandtheosis]

via Catholic Memes FB page

[wayofapilgrim]

pacifist, marxist, antizionist | studying power and authority | 20s

[slavicprincess1966]

guys i fully acknowledge the fact that i literally cannot be normal about this 61 year old man. i mean what can you do. hormones go mad stupendously crazy at 16. <3

[dramoor]

~Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner~

(Ascension of the Lord Icon in the Notre Dame Institute, Jerusalem) Photo by Fr. Lawrence Lew

[religious-extremist]

The Jesus prayer with my prayer rope feels like peeling scabs off my calloused and wounded heart.

Lord Jesus Christ Son of God have mercy on me a sinner.

[orthodoxadventure]

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.

[queerprayers]

update <3

I've been procrastinating this (as if that could make it all less real), but so many people have sent prayers and well wishes that I wouldn't feel right not letting you know how grateful I am for your words and also letting you know this: My beloved grandfather died last week.

I honor the faithful service he gave to countless churches and communities, the children he helped raise, the grandchildren he sang to, the children he baptized, the couples (including my parents) he married, the people he buried, the music and faith that never left him even when so much of him did.

I will pass on the last thing he ever said to me, in July, after a busy and joyful weekend celebrating his fiftieth wedding anniversary, as he got in bed for his nap, taking seconds in between words to think: "It's not all hard. Not all the time." This is so hard. But it's also part of loving someone: promising to mourn them when the time comes. Promising to keep going. Love is hard, but it's not all hard. Not all the time.

His funeral will be Catholic, but he used to be a Lutheran, and he presided over many funerals from the worship book I still use, so here are some words I've been saying from there:

O God of grace and glory, we remember before you today our brother. We thank you for giving him to us to know and to love as a companion in our pilgrimage on earth. In your boundless compassion, console us who mourn. Give us your aid, so we may see in death the gate to eternal life, that we may continue our course on earth in confidence until, by your call, we are reunited with those who have gone before us; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Into your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend your servant. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech you, a sheep of your own fold, a lamb of your own flock, a sinner of your own redeeming. Receive him into the arms of your mercy, into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious company of the saints in light.

The generations rise and pass away before you. You are the strength of those who labor; you are the rest of the blessed dead. We rejoice in the company of your saints. We remember all who have lived in faith, all who have peacefully died, and especially those most dear to us who rest in you. Give us in time our portion with those who have trusted in you and have striven to do your holy will. To your name, with the Church on earth and the Church in heaven, we ascribe all honor and glory, now and forever. Amen.

O death, where is thy sting? O grave, thy victory? The strife is o'er, the battle done. Love will come again like wheat arising green. The Lord bless and keep him. The Lord make his face to shine upon him and be gracious to him. The Lord look upon him with favor and grant him peace.

I'm not a Catholic, and was never really taught to pray for souls, but I think I get it a bit now. He was, though, and if that's something you do, I'm sure he would have welcomed that. (And if you know any good saints to throw in the mix, go for it.) My grandmother could also use your prayers.

Thank you for reading this, and holding for a moment the love I have for him. It's heavy right now, and easier to carry with others' prayers beside me. I am praying beside you as well, especially with the many people who have sent me asks that have gone unanswered for ages now. And God holds all of us, more than we could ever imagine. I don't claim to understand death, but I am in the palm of the universe's hand, and my granddad is too, reunited with all that left him in his sickness, and united with a God who knows death intimately. Ashes to ashes, dust to dust, love to love.

<3 Johanna

[orthodoxshe]

when you're feeling overwhelmed, you can sync your breathing to the jesus prayer

inhale deeply through your nose for four seconds, right down to your diaphragm, so your stomach expands with air, hold for four seconds, exhale slowly for four seconds through your mouth and let your stomach return to its natural position and hold again for four seconds

if you're new to this kind of breathing, it may be worth watching a few tutorials on youtube until you're comfortable with the breathing technique before adding the prayer

search for "box breathing" or "diaphragmatic breathing" and find a video that suits your personal taste

relax, and put all your focus on what you're doing

inhale: lord, jesus christ

exhale

inhale: son of god

exhale

inhale: have mercy on me

exhale

inhale: a sinner

notice the relief of all the stress, worry and tension on the exhale

do this as many times as you need to throughout the day

god bless you <3

[ave-immaculata]

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.

[faithfulreflections]

The Parable of the Prodigal Son

The Parable of the Prodigal Son, as recounted in Luke 15:11-32, is a testament to the depth of God's forgiveness and unwavering love. This story introduces us to the loving Father, the disobedient Prodigal Son, and the angry Elder Son, through whom Jesus conveys profound spiritual truths that should fill us with awe and reverence. 

"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). After squandering his inheritance, the younger son makes a pivotal decision that fills us with hope and resolves to return home. This repentance signifies the transformative power of recognizing our sins and seeking God's forgiveness. The Father's immediate action of running to meet his son, embracing him, and ordering a grand celebration captures the essence of God's grace. "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8). 

The Father's actions are not just a response to his son's return but a profound reflection of God's grace. The robe, the ring, and the sandals symbolize more than reinstated sonship and honor; they reflect how God forgives and restores our identity and dignity in His family. "I tell you that in the same way, there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent" (Luke 15:7). 

The older son's reaction is not just a character attribute but a profound lesson on self-righteousness and the importance of grace. "Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment" (Romans 12:3). His resentment reminds us to embrace humility and mercy. The Father's compassionate response, "My son, you are always with me, and everything I have is yours" (Luke 15:31), emphasizes God's freely given love and blessings, filling us with gratitude and humility. 

"The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love" (Psalm 103:8). This parable encourages us to lead lives characterized by repentance, humility, and joy in God's presence. Reflecting on 2 Corinthians 5:17, we become new creations through Christ, embracing the latest and leaving behind the old. Let us seek the Lord with repentant hearts, rejoicing in His restoration and renewal. 

May we fully embrace our roles as recipients of God's grace, extend that grace to others, and experience the transformative power of His love. 

P.S. Please look at the links below for a detailed discussion of the blog post.

Detailed Blog Post

[warismenstrualenvy]

Eldress Sepphora taught people the Jesus prayer in the same way as the Glukhovo nuns once taught her. “Here, when you dig your garden bed, push the spade and say, ‘Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God…’ – and then you pull it back and say, ‘…Have mercy on me, a sinner’”. In her youth, Mother Sepphora did not have time to pray for hours in front of the icons, so she read the Jesus Prayer always and everywhere. (x)

[bast38]

“‘Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner’: let all thine attention and training be in this. Walking, sitting, doing, and standing in church before the divine service, coming in and going out, keep this unceasingly on thy lips and in thy heart.”

—St Seraphim of Sarov

[dramoor]

~Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner~

[grim-liturgy]

Dont worry darling, I'll make you pure. I will guide you back to God's embrace. It's those nasty little thoughts that drive you to sin so egregiously. Those despicable little things that turn you away from righteousness.

I'll take those away. You don't need them. You don't need anything but the love of your God. It will be so easy, so sweet, so right. All you'll need to do is listen and obey, and that will be so very easy without all those thoughts rattling around your skull.

Focus on me, and only on me. We'll pray together my sweet little lamb, until our words have purged you of your sins. Repeat after me precious;

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.

[hieromonkcharbel]

Call to him with fervor: “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy upon me the sinner.” Do this constantly in church and at home, traveling, working, at table, and in bed: in a word from the time you open your eyes till the time you shut them. This will be exactly like holding an object in the sun, because this is to hold yourself before the face of the Lord, who is the Sun of the spiritual world. —Abba Philemon