THE FIRSTFRUITS SANCTIFY THE FRUIT THAT FOLLOWS. Fantastic book, looking forward to reading it fully in the next fast, St. Athanasius Academy of Orthodox Theology. Okay, so I didn't actually finish it, but it's a devotional and I read enough to know that I do like it, but may reserve it for Lenten reading. Reading through the verses doesn't have the same flow as singing them (and I found myself trying to remember the melodies, or wondering to myself whether we actually had certain verses that I couldn't remember singing - which took focus away from the actual words of the text), and this was then interrupted by reading the accompanying explanations on the left side, though they were quite interesting in their own right. The First Fruits of Prayer: A Forty-Day Journal through the Canon of St. Andrew. I am impressed by the confessional poetry of the ancient text and have been spurred to grow in my faith by both the text and the supplementary writings of Mrs. Mathewes-Green. Something went wrong. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.). The First-fruits of the Spirit, a Pledge Of the Full Redemption. A skilled interpreter of the theology and history of the Orthodox tradition, Mathewes-Green arranges the Great Canon of St. Andrew…into 40 readings accompanied by scriptural references, commentary, theological reflection and questions.” —Publishers Weekly, “Rick Warren gave us 40 days of purpose. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. In the end though, as Matthews-Green says: This became my morning prayer for several months. The first verses of this week’s Torah portion, Ki Tavo, describe the ritual of bikkurim, first fruits (Deut. Regardless of your denominational background, First Fruits of Prayer will bring to life the prayer experience of first millennium Christianity through immersion in this poetic hymn, an extraordinarily beautiful work that is still chanted by Christians around the world each Lent. Some of the side notes that Frederica adds are obvious, then others are super helpful. Multiply what we give for the effective growth of your kingdom. My new book, “First Fruits of Prayer,” divides the Great Canon into 40 readings; this way readers can explore it as a spiritual retreat, during Lent or at any time. Not my favorite Khouria Frederica book. I am Anglican, not Orthodox but I found it comforting to begin my day with a reading and prayer for the Canon of St. Andrew. Certainly a good explanation to read and study concerning St. Andrew's canon, but don't think you can use this as a prayer book at a service of the Great Canon. His resurrection is the type and pledge of the resurrection of all the righteous dead. There was a problem loading your book clubs. The repetitiveness of it, along with the darkness and the sorrowful quality to the music are quite moving, so I looked forward to moving even deeper into that experience. I do love the Canon of St. Andrew of Crete and appreciated some of her reflections. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. One of today's most popular spiritual writers and commentators interweaves the Old and New Testament Scripture with prayers of hope and repentance, offering ancient ways of seeing Christ that will feel new to readers of all denominational … Welcome back. We gave this book to families in our home group to use as a Lenten study. This year we live through a climate of worldwide suffering during Lent. Read this over the 40 days of Lent and found it very worthwhile. Regardless of your denominational background, First Fruits of Prayer will bring to life the prayer experience of first millennium Christianity through immersion in this poetic hymn, an extraordinarily beautiful work that is still chanted by Christians around the world each Lent. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. O Lord, catapult me into Your divine location, position, anointing and wisdom for my life. Goodreads Members' Most Anticipated Spring Books. Previous page of related Sponsored Products. I've participated in the Great Canon of St. Andrew of Crete several times before reading this book, and it's definitely a unique and quintessentially Lenten experience. If He is not Lord there is no blessing, no favor. The Hebrew word for first fruit is bikkurim—literally translated to “promise to come.” The Israelites saw these first fruits as an investment into their future. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published Then that whole thing was interrupted by being split over 40 chapters. It weaves together Old and New Testament Scriptures with prayers of hope and repentance and offers ancient ways of seeing Christ that still feel new today. This is destined to become a devotional class for generations to come.”—Dallas Morning News. There are thoughtful questions at the end of each of day's reading. have chosen to put something else before your relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. Help me Lord, to grow in grace and in a knowledge of the Lord Jesus, so that the graces that were seen throughout His life my develop within me. Putting God first in your life establishes His Lordship. 18:4 further highlights the scope for the first fruit offering: The firstfruit also of thy corn, of thy wine, and of thine oil, and the first of the fleece of thy sheep, shalt thou give him Deuteronomy 18:4; KJV. At the end, there is an appendix about the life of St. Mary of Egypt (who is often mentioned in the original text). 26:2): …you shall take of the first of every fruit of the ground that you bring in from your Land that your God gives you, and you shall put it in a basket and go to the place that your God, will choose… Every commandment serves a unique purpose in the whole of God's law. I read this every year as part of my Lenten observance. Spring is Mother Nature’s way of saying, “Oof–let’s try this again.” The last 12 months have been, well, challenging is the polite term.... One of today's most popular spiritual writers and commentators interweaves the Old and New Testament Scripture with prayers of hope and repentance, offering ancient ways of seeing Christ that will feel new to readers of all denominational backgrounds. Excellent book for Lenten Reading- the Orthodox canons of repentence. Many things to think about from a different Orthodox Christian perspective, and the author provides explanations and scripture proofs for the various elements of the Prayer of St. Andrew. “Fascinating and sometimes magisterial…. Amen.”. Frederica Mathewes-Green gives us 40 days of deep prayer and reflection…. Lent is a season of lament for suffering and for sin. Join Frederica Mathewes-Green on a guided retreat through an ancient Orthodox text. Not strictly the Great Canon of St. Andrew, Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2021. It would be very difficult to "nutshell" this book. Unable to add item to List. Regardless of your denominational background, First Fruits of Prayer will bring to life the prayer experience of first millennium Christianity through immersion in this poetic hymn, an extraordinarily beautiful work that is still chanted by Christians around the world each Lent. As I give this 1st fruit offering, let its sanctifying power flow down into all my other incomes. Frederica Matthews-Green's notes and considerations for each day are an essential guide. In some ways, I did enjoy it very much, and in other ways, I struggled. However, the material is difficult to use, because, Reflections during the journey through Great Lent, Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2009. But in practice, I found it jarring. Especially in a time like this the confessions of the Canon may seem overdone to many in our Western culture but, for me, they were. Please try your request again later. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. Prayer: Pray daily for spiritual cleansing and spiritual renewal. Pauline Hylton “When you enter the land the Lord your God is giving you as a special possession and you have conquered it and settled there, put some of the first produce from each crop you harvest into a basket and bring it to the designated place of worship—the place the Lord your God chooses for his name to be honored. Prayer for Those Who Offer First Fruits O Master, Lord our God, Who commandest everyone to bring as an offering Thine own of Thine own, and grantest unto them in return thine eternal good things; Who didst favorably accept the offering of the widow according to her ability: Do thou now also accept the gifts offered by Thy servant and Start by marking “First Fruits of Prayer: A Forty Day Journey Through the Canon of St. Andrew” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Especially in a time like this the confessions of the Canon may seem overdone to many in our Western culture but, for me, they were an encouragement to probe more deeply into the ways that I have fallen short of God's careful desires for me and in the ways I often care for other people. But in practice, I found it jarring to do it as a retreat that you read over 40 days. Perhaps it is because this year our Church School has been teaching on the Old Testament, but I felt that the words of St. Andrew's Canon really were reaching me. Deut. To those in the Western Church, especially the Protestant demoninations, Lent is not well understood. These Christian teachings are provocative, comforting, and enlightening, and they are presented with Green's trademark warmth and gentle humor. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Frederica Mathewes-Green in First Fruits of Prayer brings readers from all backgrounds of the Christian faith into the history and experience of the first 1000 years of Christendom. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. How wonderful to have the Canon of St. Andrew divided into 40 readings and accompanied by Frederica's helpful notes. 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