Fr. Barnabas Powell, Author at Faith Encouraged Ministries

The Kingdom Suffers Violence

DevotionalNovember 17, 202336Views 0Likes 0Comments

Our modern world seems to run on violence. And it seems that every day the news is of more violence there and more violence here. From college campuses arguing over speech and “safe zones” and “trigger warnings” to the very real violence of terrorism all meant to disrupt and destroy. And can we even talk…

The Unavoidable Lessons We All Need

DevotionalNovember 16, 202333Views 0Likes 0Comments

Let's face it; we all have to deal with the consequences of adulthood. Growing up means learning necessary life lessons. But avoiding these lessons means a perpetual childishness that ruins relationships! My daughter has now gotten her first job. And just the other day, I was talking to her and she was saying she was…

How to Spark Joy in Your Life – Sunday Homily

Sunday HomilyNovember 15, 202321Views 0Likes 0Comments

God loves a cheerful giver. Why? Because someone who gives from a cheerful heart that is an icon of a changed heart. The focus is on a transformed life, not a lack of money in the church. Have a cheerful heart and giving becomes a spark of joy in your life. Your life set free…

True Faith Makes You Outward Focused

DevotionalNovember 15, 202324Views 0Likes 0Comments

The myth of Narcissus is legendary. Narcissus was a man who was exceptionally handsome and knew it. And his actions reflected his utter disdain for those who loved him. He walked through life proud of his appearance and dismissive of those who admired him. Nemesis watched Narcissus and how he treated those around him and…

“How Do You Know Me?”

DevotionalNovember 14, 202332Views 0Likes 0Comments

Our society is experiencing a pandemic of mental and psychological confusion when it comes to our identity. From children being butchered to deal with the confusion of growing up, to whole new "tribes" of people being formed around this or that sexual desire or attraction, to us divining ourselves up based on skin color, nationality,…

“I Am Crucified With Christ” A Sunday Homily

Sunday HomilyNovember 13, 202323Views 0Likes 0Comments

On the Feastday of St. Paul, the Apostle declares that he is "crucified with Christ" and he reveals three eternal truths that should govern our lives today! A homily given at St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church in Irvine, CA.

Be Watchful – Be Sober A Weekend at St. Paul’s, Irvine, CA.

Special EventNovember 13, 202321Views 0Likes 0Comments

Recently, Fr. Barnabas was blessed to be the featured speaker for the Nameday Celebration for St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church in Irvine, CA. The Theme of the weekend was Be Watchful - Be Sober, the Path to Spiritual Maturity. Fr. Barnabas took some of the writings of St. Paul in the New Testament to talk about…

The Plain Truth of Two Choices

DevotionalNovember 13, 202332Views 0Likes 0Comments

The great Oriental philosopher Confucius declared "Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated." I would add, "It may be simple, but it isn't easy!" So, why do you think we tend to complicate our lives? More and more I'm convinced that those who want things complicated want to maintain a level of…

You Can’t Get there from Here – Sunday Homily

UncategorizedNovember 11, 202325Views 0Likes 1Comment

Our Gospel Lesson is a powerful reminder that Lazarus and the Rich Man were separated by a chasm that made it impossible for Lazarus to go to where the Rich Man was. The revelation of St. Paul telling the Galatians that he is crucified over the world and the world is crucified to him. The…

O Jerusalem, Jerusalem!

DevotionalNovember 10, 202332Views 0Likes 1Comment

It seems there has been conflict, bloody and otherwise, in the Middle East forever. No matter what is going on, the hatred and the destruction seem to be ever-present. And it is such a tragedy perpetuated by politics, revenge, and a hunger for control. The fact is we simply cannot read the history of that part…

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Fr. Barnabas Powell

The Kingdom Suffers Violence

The Unavoidable Lessons We All Need

How to Spark Joy in Your Life – Sunday Homily

True Faith Makes You Outward Focused

“How Do You Know Me?”

“I Am Crucified With Christ” A Sunday Homily

Be Watchful – Be Sober A Weekend at St. Paul’s, Irvine, CA.

The Plain Truth of Two Choices

You Can’t Get there from Here – Sunday Homily

O Jerusalem, Jerusalem!

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