The True Goal of the Christian Life | Fr. Alexis Torrance

In this interview, Fr. Alexis Torrance explains the Orthodox Christian teaching of deification (theosis) and the true purpose of the Christian life. 0:00 — Introduction 0:32 — What Is Deification? 3:08 — Is Deification Biblical? 6:45 — How the Commandments Lead Us to Union with God 14:14 — What Christ Meant by “Pluck Out Your Eye” 18:54 — Advice for New Converts and Future Clergy Download the *Patristic Nectar App* on all platforms! Make a Donation: *Text “PNP” to 53555 to make a tax-deductible donation.* Merchandise: https://store.patristicnectar.org/apparel/ #OrthodoxChristianity #ChurchFathers #christian #god #jesus #ChristianFaith #SpiritualGrowth #FaithAndWorks #Theology #EasternOrthodoxy #Catechesis #ChristianTradition #GospelTruth #ChristianDoctrine #OrthodoxTeaching #DivineWisdom #ChristianLiving #NoOtherGods #FatherJosiahTrenham #PatristicNectar