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Putting Christ First: Daily Orthodox Habits of Prayer and Trust
The author urges believers to center daily life on Christ through three habitual expressions. Before any task, say "God willing" (Πρώτα ο Θεός). Upon receiving news, good or bad, say "Glory to God" (Δόξα τω Θεώ). When uncertain or worried, remember "God will provide" (Έχει ο Θεός).
The speaker adds concrete practices: make the sign of the cross from within when sitting down to eat; cross the steering wheel when starting a car journey; before confirming an appointment, first ask God whether it will happen, and if speaking aloud might cause offense, keep the prayer in the heart. These habits aim to keep God at the centre of every action, trusting His providence and giving Him glory in all things.
Key moments
- 0:00 Put Christ first in all things; when you sit to eat, make the sign of the cross from within yourself.
- 0:00 When you begin a car trip, cross the steering wheel.
- 0:00 Before agreeing to an appointment, first say "God first" and ask God whether it will come to pass.
- 0:00 If you do not want to speak this aloud to avoid scandalizing others, keep it in your heart.
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