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On Humility: A Reflection on Abba Isidore 4

Posted on February 19, 2024February 17, 2024 by stufffromthestuff

Further thoughts on the importance of humility in the life of faith.

Posted in 40 Days in the DesertTagged christianity, desert fathers, Lent, spiritualityLeave a comment

Defense against All Devils: A Reflection on Mark 1.9-15 and Abba Macarius 11

Posted on February 18, 2024February 17, 2024 by stufffromthestuff

A reflection on the power of humility when facing temptation.

Posted in 40 Days in the DesertTagged christianity, desert fathers, Lent, spirituality3 Comments

On Starting Small: A Reflection on Longinus 1

Posted on February 17, 2024February 11, 2024 by stufffromthestuff

Some wisdom from Abba Lucius about not taking on more than we can chew.

Posted in 40 Days in the DesertTagged christianity, desert fathers, Lent, Sacred Practices, spirituality2 Comments

The Impossibility of Perfection: Abba Poemen 88

Posted on February 16, 2024February 11, 2024 by stufffromthestuff

Some wisdom from Abba Poemen about the impossibility of perfection in the spiritual life.

Posted in 40 Days in the DesertTagged christianity, desert fathers, Lent, Sacred Practices, spirituality3 Comments

Kill the Passions, Not the Body: Abba Poemen 184

Posted on February 15, 2024February 11, 2024 by stufffromthestuff

Wisdom from Abba Poemen about the body in spiritual disciplines.

Posted in 40 Days in the DesertTagged christianity, desert fathers, Lent, Sacred Practices, spirituality6 Comments

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