The Holy Fathers of the Church repeatedly warn us that deception will greatly increase toward the end times. Christ Himself spoke clearly about false signs and wonders that would mislead many, even those who believe they are faithful.
In Orthodox theology, every true divine experience bears specific spiritual fruits: humility, repentance, inner compunction, and reverent fear of God. No genuine revelation of Christ ever diminishes the honor of the Mother of God, who unceasingly intercedes for the salvation of humanity, nor does it disregard the Saints, who are living members of the Body of Christ.
Having read this testimony, I believe it is possible that Angelica experienced something. However, spiritual experience alone does not guarantee divine origin. What matters is discernment, as emphasized by all the Holy Fathers. Without discernment, even sincere people can be led into delusion (πλάνη).
Christ does not need external signs to reveal His identity. His divine presence is sufficient. He would not appear adorned in earthly splendor, nor would He accuse souls with threatening gestures or words. The God of love does not humiliate, mock, or condemn in such a manner. Christ grieves for every lost soul, for He died for the salvation of the world.
The Fathers also teach that true encounters with God leave the soul in a state of charmolypi—a profound spiritual condition combining sorrow for sin with quiet joy in God. This state is consistently present in the lives of Orthodox Saints who were granted visions or revelations. Emotional excitement, laughter, or theatrical expression are foreign to authentic Orthodox spiritual experience.
Another serious concern is the absence of clear glorification of the Holy Trinity. Every true action of the Holy Spirit leads unambiguously to the glorification of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Where this is missing, caution is not only advised but required.
Furthermore, Christ never separates Himself from His Church, nor does He bypass the ecclesial life to establish private authority through isolated individuals. The Orthodox Church teaches that salvation is experienced within the life of the Church, through humility, repentance, confession, and obedience—not through sensational revelations.
Christ warned us explicitly that before the appearance of the Antichrist, many false prophets would arise, presenting convincing signs and spiritual experiences. These deceptions are often subtle, appealing to emotions while lacking the spiritual depth and sobriety of true Orthodoxy.
For these reasons, this testimony must be approached with great caution, prayer, and spiritual discernment, in accordance with the teachings of the Holy Fathers.
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