A PLEASURE LOVING BODY CORRUPTS THE SOUL

Let us renew our vision of what we are doing in Lent.

[@FatherSpyridonROCOR]

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[@FireFox-oo4ge]

@@thomasmagnum6588 what’s your problem

[@FireFox-oo4ge]

Christ bless you father, you have exactly pointed what’s on my mind. Truly a man of god

[@thomasmagnum6588]

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[@lukelucas9264]

It is such a relief to find a priest talking about matters of salvation while the world around us obsesses over politics.

[@superpeaceloveunity]

I agree. Even church politics

[@jeremyj427]

AMEN

[@chadkline4268]

One of the ultimate comments in KZbin 🙂👍

[@brianjones4026]

I could not agree more Luke ! I found through other channels this Wise and Great Tree which is Father Spyridon who stands now in this Barren Desert of Human Loss and Degeneration. A Tall Tree that offers Solace and Shade to he or she that need more Understanding on how we can truly be closer to the Christ and God ! Where Weary Souls may sit and think on who they are, where they are and indeed where they want to go when All ofthis thing we call Life comes to its Final Conclucion ! Father Spyridon words have come to me at a time when i was never more in need and he gives me now the strenght to face myself and my relationship to God .... i am slowly making my way forward to a better place and it feels so Good to feel Happniess again !

[@MyStylesRReality]

So beautiful he's the best

[@patrickn3833]

"It is not for ordinary Christians to go out seeking the heresies of the world to challenge...to combat...because it is enough of a task for each of us to guard our own hearts against heresy" Thank you for this reminder.

[@dustinkelton695]

Powerful words

[@erik7386]

Keep going

[@chrismc.4437]

Amen brother! Wise

[@user-wh5pd4fs3c]

Yes, those words stuck with me too.. 🙏☦️

[@The_Nacio]

I'm steeped in sin, I'm trying... Really trying to stop, but it's so hard. God help me

[@SLVBULL]

We are all tempted by sin but the battle is not to fall into despair while we sin but to pick ourselves up and repent. Look at it as a spiritual marathon and not a sprint.

[@Sophie-lg4li]

May God be with you

[@matthewn7227]

God be with you , I’m struggling myself as well🙏🏽 The Lords mercy sustains us all , may his grace and love guide us into his kingdom, keep striving !

[@PerturaBased]

Same thing brother

[@mahirsantal2867]

I'm facing the same struggle. Lord have mercy on me a sinner.

[@ruslandslava4095]

I love that every time Father Spyridon speaks, a chorus of birds never fail to sing. Amen 🙏 ☦️

[@brianjones4026]

Oh yes you noticed this too .... Wonderful isn,t it ! God be Praised fror the Small ones that sing every day their Praise of God and his Light !

[@NinaSofia_]

amen☦

[@praefectus6492]

Yes he's doing God's work 🙌

[@kathleenwindasgoodwin9165]

Amen and Amen

[@ronald.pickering]

So true

[@Sophie-lg4li]

I was just thinking about this topic, when I’m sad I tend to eat a lot to distract myself. I hope to stop my bad habits in which distract me to God, including stopping constantly judging people everyday. May God have mercy on us sinners. May we love our brothers and sisters and strive for holiness always amen

[@procodeal9441]

Amin

[@honeymilk4160]

I have trouble with constantly judging people. I cant stop and It’s deeply affecting my spiritual progress. What works for you?

[@JustSmileAndWave2023]

I seek pleasure and comfort in tasty food these days, so I repent as well.

[@clairey6407]

It's helpful to read your comment. I have also been thinking lately about bad habits I have that I now realise I do to distract myself from stress, loneliness, irritation with other people, even boredom! This week I decided to fast (from a few different things) and pray about these habits and try to get to the bottom of them, and ask the Lord how I can address them. Some habits have been there for such a long time, it's hard to imagine myself without them!

[@wmnoffaith1]

I think we're all in the same boat, if we are honest with ourselves. Normally, I can go without food for days if need be, but as soon as I know that I CAN'T eat, that liverwurst sandwich is all I'm craving. I only crave meat when I'm fasting. I have the judgement problem too. It started when my son was young, because I was trying to teach him the difference between the world's idea of right and God's idea of right. So I would point out to him things on TV, or music or whatever that the world approved of, that violated the commandments, and I guess I got in a mental habit. I don't SAY anything to people or gossip, but in my mind, I'm thinking, This is sinful, that's sinful. We all have our faults, and we have to be vigilant. St. Seraphim of Sarov said It's easier to keep the thief from entering the door, than it is to try to get him out once he's broken in. That's what we all have to do. Hopefully, going to confession tonight, looking forward to a clean slate.

[@scottycunningham1413]

I'm not an Orthodox Christian, I'm a protestant but I've been watching these videos and this man's teaching truly do speak to my soul. All of this is stuff that I need right now in my spiritual walk.

[@ServusSaint]

All one in Christ brother, take away the titles and labels ❤

[@chrithbumthead4445]

I hope you will find the truth brother❤

[@bebravebianca]

Come to the light side!

[@yessam1460]

I'm raised Catholic but all these religions in the bigger picture mean nothing anymore, if you find a church with the holy spirit then you should go if you see its actually changing people but other than that just get close to God and love as Christ did and the saints that came after him ❤

[@danielgaley9676]

Same here! My wife will not listen😢

[@Trinity_Sunrise]

A gem cannot be polished without friction, nor a man perfected without trials. I thank you, Father Spyridon, for your continued enlightenment of my mind and soul. God bless you now and forever.

[@kyotog777]

What does your profile picture represent? isn't it a bit heretical? Because i liked it and might use it as my pfp somewhere else i don't want to commit a sin.

[@Trinity_Sunrise]

@@kyotog777 My profile pic represents my username. I used a trinity symbol along with a sun for trinitysunrise. Glad you like it. There is nothing evil meant by it. God bless.

[@kaushik_b]

@@kyotog777 Sun = Son

[@shaunsteele8244]

when you have no spiritual joy, you seek out physical pleasures. It's why the world is in the state it's in today... most people have rejected God and gone their own way

[@teleportedfunk]

i pray everytime for God's help to overcome my earthy attachments, to overcome my tendencies to be judgemental, angry, hating. I pray for God's help to bless even people doing evil and harming us (politicians, mainstream media figures)...It's hard but there is simply no other way than the way of undconditional love and compassion. Our Lord Jesus Christ said "I Am the Light of the world" so we also must be light to other people. And when Father Spyridon said that it's not our bussiness to explore and try to explain the so called mysteries of this material world, i just realized that i spend too much free time researching geopolitics and powerful societies running this world thinking i'm exposing the evil but truth is that i'm just wasting my time. I have to focus in the Light not in the darkness. God Bless You.

[@wendyflanagan5738]

Well done. The Light of Christ is in The Word. Pondering the Word will heal you of the toxic Satanic distraction of the Bad News. Maybe wear a Holy medal. I have a St Benedict medal and a Miraculous Medal. Devote time to studyingbthe Marian Apparitions or look at Mull Monastery and study the live of the saints. Bless your food and have some Holy Water in your home to deter demon influences. Be not distracted by the world energy. Jesus died and rose and is ever Present with Father God. Spread the Light of Christ safely.

[@teleportedfunk]

@@wendyflanagan5738 Thank you, God Bless You Wendy, i already started to make notes while reading the Holy Scriptures and then search for detailed info about certain people and events from Gospels and from other Holy Books. Moreover, i make my research about Desert Fathers Saints - Spyridon, Anthony, Basil, etc...everytime i'm going to study the Holy Scriptures i pray to the Holy Spirit for better understanding and each time before meal i bless my food and thank God for His generosity. And praying to the Theotokos - Virgin Mary, Mother of God for Her intercession is helping me a lot. I used to have evil dreams and sleeping paralysis almost every night but as soon as i started praying regularly, all these bad experiences disappeared and now i have good sleep with enjoyable dreams about my old friends from childhood and school. God is ready to help us everytime we ask Him for His help and guidance. It's in Matthew 7:7,8 " Ask, and it will be given you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For every one who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened."

[@pierrelabounty9917]

I am encouraged by the desire to look into the desert Fathers. Though we have only one true Father in heaven. Before all fathers which live in His shadow. They understood this. May despised being thought of that way now. Yet they have much to teach us.

[@andrewm9221]

“Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength:” Isaiah 26:4

[@assefatayachew3687]

Thanks father !!! I am from Ethiopia, Please memorize me with name weledesembet and our country, while praying to LORD !!!

[@orthodoxguy2006]

Your videos here and books have been a huge help in bringing me to Orthodoxy. I can't thank you enough for helping me and my family find our way through the darkness and confusion of these times.

[@FatherSpyridonROCOR]

Thank you for sharing this, it means a great deal to me. God bless your family.

[@joshnyvox1525]

@@FatherSpyridonROCOR Father, can I ask you something? Is WW3 upon us soon?

[@davidmaligo5235]

@@joshnyvox1525 First WW3, then the Antichrist, then the two witnesses (I'm one of them and the other one is from Egypt), then the return of Christ, and then Judgement Day ☦

[@joshnyvox1525]

@@davidmaligo5235 What about the massive spreading of the gospel before the end? How can anyone be saved in the midst of a gigantic apostasy?

[@davidmaligo5235]

@@joshnyvox1525 The gospel has just recently reached every nation in the world. So that prophecy has been fulfilled. The main goal of the Christian in the end times will be to not be deceived by the Antichrist's miracles. The worst sin that one can commit is to worship the Antichrist as God or God's son (when he comes in the future). It is worse than murder. Those people who will worship the beast in the end times will have a worse place in hell than Adolf Hitler and Nero.

[@hendersonshuntinglodge1207]

Like St Anthony describes, today is a new beginning. My Lent has started poorly, but I am starting afresh.

[@nancyincanada5553]

I turn to food for comfort. God forgive me and have mercy on my soul. Thank you, Fr. Spyridon, for these teachings that always correct and comfort. Thank you.

[@lingualinquirer6165]

I eat alot also sadly

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

I turn to shopping,I spend money on clothes and superficial items and I feel SO guilty afterward

[@CampamochaLoka]

Me too.

[@jessegonzalez9606]

I stress eat 😫

[@christinah.8504]

gluttony is a sin.

[@user-me9oq1jp8r]

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on us. Most holy Theotokos save us!

[@dimitrioskladouchos4876]

A modern day Chrysostome. May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ always bless you and protect you father Spyridon.

[@stevelinder4341]

I grew up under the strong holiness teachings and preaching of John Wesley who preached transformation and entire sanctification that has disappeared today. I am converting to orthodoxy because of this very discovery in its teachings on holiness, deification, and theosis. I’m thrilled to listen to your videos and find my heart resonating. Thank you. I will be baptized in January 2023 in Orthodox Church.

[@hannagulema330]

Lord Jesus Christ Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner.

[@aperta7525]

I heard of a documentary about a pilgrim who sought the meaning of what it is to pray without ceasing. It centered around this prayer. Very beautiful.

[@ioannismetaxas4393]

This video came at just the right time, Thank you Father

[@theodorakarkalas6270]

God Bless you always Father Spyridon . May our Holy Mother protect and guide our souls from all earthly evils and heresy. May we overcome sin and walk in Gods light, praying that during inevitable earthly struggles and toil we patiently endure, with the help and intercessions of our Holy saints and Mother. Rejecting the earthly passions and sins , so that we can be pleasing to our Holy Maker our Almighty Father God. 🌺☦️

[@clmberserker245]

@M M Saint Mary the Mother of Christ

[@goodday2u927]

U LOVE being a heretic. U love calling mere men and women holy. No one is holy besides our Creator. Jesus said that. But u could not care less what Jesus said. Never read it probably, and u love doing what He said not to do. U love calling men in a studio with an OBVIOUS fake backdrop and costume a father when Jesus said not to do that. U people love being deceived.

[@n1nib]

@@goodday2u927 People become holy by participating in the divine energies of God, that is what divine grace is, we become what God is by grace.

[@antonkirani2758]

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God,have mercy on me a sinner Thank you for your words Father.

[@MrMysticmelody]

You always comfort my soul father. Thank you.

[@STMukr]

Great lent is coming soon❤ Thks father for remembering importantly things. Blessings and a good health. ❤

[@nbinghi]

My only regret is not having found Orthodoxy 40 years ago.

[@marymarysmarket3508]

💥I thank God I found the true Body of Christ and converted at age 21...been many years on this blessed path. 🕊️

[@wesleyclark5441]

Thank you, Father.

[@sumanprasad9507]

Love yours messages father...it touches my ❤️ heart...all glory to our lord Jesus...Amen

[@jpkiami327]

Pray for me brothers in christ

[@gh-nx8tl]

Yes Sir

[@212days]

Here's a quote that I found in a book... "the body of a sensualist is the coffin of a dead soul." I wish I could say that I was always perfect at not being that but I am not sure that I have ever met anyone who who claimed that they were.

[@nepsisyianni33]

What book? It sounds like a Dostoyevsky quote.

[@212days]

@@nepsisyianni33 I don't remember the name of the book. I think it was a bo0k of various quotes from many people.

[@chadkline4268]

You are the best teacher of Christianity that I've ever heard. When I was 27, I actually called a Catholic church+monastery, and told the priest that ran the operation that I was sick+tired of the evil in this world, and I wanted to be a monk. And he did his best to discourage me by telling me how hard it was to be a monk, and what a difficult life it was. So, I said ok, thanks. But I had been meditating a few hours per day since 20, and just continued alone in life. And I ended up making some progress on my own. Anyway, I wholeheartedly agree with this talk too. But I recommend people really see the seriousness of your words, and the depth of their meanings, and not listen to your words as pleasant music. Eg, the part in the beginning about St. Gregory. Very very important. This talk is really about the physics of the spirit/soul. There is a physics to how it operates, and how it breaks free. Development is a ripening process. Note: it is not only eastern practices that may exclusively be making promises rooted in technique 🙂 it's just as bad in western Christianity. Eg, do this, do that, and you are now saved 🙄 It is as you say, in the essence of what you say: it is in the practice, the technique, the asceticism, the virtue, the wisdom, the concentration, and by grace.

[@qqn4531]

Western Chrisitianity has never taught any technique in order to be saved. All catholic teachings are focused on purifying the soul and making our hearts closer to the teachings of Christ. We know that there is no specific way to earn the grace of God and that it's only up to Him to decide

[@AbdulRahman-bi1nu]

Father thank you. I mean it.

[@ruthberhe2369]

God bless you father and thank you.

[@faaque]

I am judged by many . I struggle and chased Jesus since I was 18 , now I am old now . Struggling with so many beliefs of various Christian faith . I try to guard against false teachings . I do not adhere to churches that ask for evidence of the spirit by tongues and so called "miracles" . Maybe I don't catch on because of my ADHD . I hope God allows for my impulsivity . Please pray that the cancer doesn't appear else where . I go for another CT scan soon . Thank you kindly . I like your videos . I like what is mirrored .

[@FreyCloud]

Thank you, Father Spyridon for all your wisdom and effort that goes into these videos. I try to watch them daily with almost every meal and before bed, I hope you realize what a joy it is for all of us to listen to you speak and see such genuine love in your eyes. You've helped me begin to rekindle my connection and love for Christ, to stay on track and really transform my life the past month after two decades of sinfulness, learned helplessness/ignorance and spiritual death. Please don't get discouraged by certain comments accusing you of not doing enough or not having the "correct" opinion on geopolitical matters that are out of all of our hands. You are a gift to this world.

[@TJ-015]

Needed this message, was growing weary. Thank you brother 🔋 ☦️

[@lonniestoute8762]

Awesome.. A tithe of our time. One tenth of the year. Great concept. Thanks +t+

[@battledroid321]

Wow did anyone else see, as the father was speaking well and deeply about the lord that he himself and the light of him entered through at 4:03 what a beautiful moment 😮❤

[@JesusTheLightofOurWorld]

I saw the same thing!!! The sun was also getting much brighter at times so beautiful ✝️

[@Cavirex]

Thank you Father Spyridon. You're always a great spiritual ally.

[@Stephen-uz8dm]

Cool icon is it western?

[@cuoplegrand]

Im truly hurting today and I pray god takes away my stress and worries. In Jesus name I pray 🙏🏼 amen

[@debrakellerman7364]

This priest is spot on. God is tough. Many have gone astray.

[@jojow8416]

Thank you for this message and keep sharing the glorious word of God.

[@biljanaomcikus2109]

ABSOLUTELY WELL SAID AND SO TRUE AND CORRECT ARE YOUR WORDS !!! THANK-YOU FATHER BLESSED !!!

[@BX0207]

A desert Father, " To fast, is to banquet with the angels." I believe it from St. Joseph the Hesychast..

[@TheMrRee100]

God bless you God is good Jesus is Lord.

[@thelandofmisteroz]

Just wanted to say hello Father Spyridon! Hope you are doing great! Thank you for the lovely videos of God's word!

[@danielreed7408]

Thank you Fr Spyridon for this instruction and guidance. I thank God for you.

[@ryanagar7498]

I don't go to church but I seek the wisdom of Christ. Father I love how your advice is so practical and down to earth. We need more teachers like you for Christians and athiests alike.

[@hughmorrison8586]

Thank you father. It gave comfort in a turbulent moment.

[@quadavis4347]

Starve fear. Feed courage. Jesus gave His life for us because He had faith in us. What courage. Sacrifice and service is how we glorify Him, emulate Him. We are here to be His light so that those who don't know Him can carry the lightness of His yoke upon His return. Stop being a dreamer; become a redeemer. Make Him proud.

[@shawngibson7514]

Finally a priest who speaks of things that can actually help you change.

[@laceygreenwood]

Amen! Beautifully explained & expressed, Father. Thank you! We must always be seeking with our whole heart our beloved Saviour! To Him and the Holy Trinity be Glory for ever!

[@mariusbrault2270]

Hello father, I have a friend refugee in Britain from a Muslim background who was Christian but left Christianity just after to be atheist, I would like you to talk to her because she likes you and your videos, but she has spiritual issues, thank you so much father

[@BenjaminAbrahamShelahSchmidt]

Possibly the most amazing person I’ve seen on KZbin. And I’ve been watching hours of KZbin almost every day (until recently) since 2012

[@orthodoxy6470]

Father thank you so much for uploading this when ever I needed someone Godly like you ☦️✝️🙏🏻⛪️📿

[@noahpadme2494]

Let’s remember to keep Father Spyridon in our prayers. He has done much for the kingdom of God for our benefit. Let us ask God to continue to keep him safe and well so that more people may come to Christ through his words. Christos Anesti

[@garyhazelgreen1759]

Thank you Father for your great Orthodoxy message . This Sunday is my patron Saint feast day . Saint John of the Ladder .

[@ruzicalevushkina4245]

Father, thank you very much for so good explanations.

[@rachelk5272]

This is an amazing lesson. My favorite I have listened to so far from Father Spyridon. Thank you

[@dom4550]

Thank you, Fr. Spyridon for making this video. May God grant you more blessing.

[@rangzx5762]

Please father pray for me for iam not in a good situation and I need a way to be free from worldly pleasures

[@MarcusBarnabassisSystersSonne]

thank you, Fr Spyridon! (Providential light beam @ 4:00).

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

I spend money on clothes and make up,I feel so guilty afterward ,I get obsessive over shopping ,hate myself for it ,God have mercy on me

[@denisehartzel946]

Glory to thee oh God Glory to thee.

[@chrisrobinson1671]

Thank you Father Spyridon

[@eliasandrinopoulos8746]

This was a great talk and it was awesome it was a little longer. I struggle with my passions and senses. A few impulses I have got under control by the Grace of God. Other passions and lustful desires I continue to battle with. Also, I have found that as I have grown as a Christian, a different set of pitfalls awaits me. For example, in the past, I was too meek and timid. I have repented of this in Confession. As I’ve become more courageous and knowledgeable in The Faith, I have been able to speak up and defend the Faith more, but, I realized that the prideful feelings I would feel afterwards is now something else I Must repent of (same with how I feel sometimes after I tithe). It is very humbling but every day that I get up again is another opportunity to strive to do better! Lord Have Mercy on me, a sinner. Blessed Lenten season to you, Father! ☦️🙏🏻

[@wendyflanagan5738]

Try to remember on the hour every hour if it is safe to do so, that God is always Present and is for us not against us. I have started fasting better. I pray the Rosary, I have been Catholic from my Catholic Baptism. I am a Vegan as I see it as being as kind to animals and the planet as possible. It is my choice, no judgement for others. My issue is sadly anger and I need prayers for this lack of virtue. God bless you and keep persevering in faith. God is a loving Heavenly Father who forgave all our sins through the Cross of Jesus. Many still need to hear or read that Good News.

[@LadyMaria]

@@wendyflanagan5738 I would recommend the prayer rope and Jesus Prayer instead of the Rosary.

[@francinejohnson3110]

Thank you father...

[@janaenae1338]

Thank you SOO MUCH!!!😪💖😪💖🥺💖😭💖🥰💖🥰💖

[@balsamitrovic4346]

Amin

[@NJP9036]

Romans 8:6-8. Thank you Father Spyridon. Excellent Lenten advice and wisdom.

[@miriam4091]

Thankyou for helping me through Lent. God bless you...🙏

[@twinflamehigherpurpose9750]

I could listen to this for hours x

[@hertfordable]

So peaceful listening to the sound of nature. Thanks for the help with our weaknesses. Last time i was in England I didn’t hear any birds, nice to hear they are still there.

[@PerturaBased]

Thank you father i needed to hear that

[@stalkek]

Don’t take this amiss please, but even giving yourself this name for KZbin is self-harming spiritually. It’s allowing an energy not elevating attach to your psyche or spirit.

[@SteveRyan1965]

Thank you, father, for this timely message.

[@MaterMultis]

I truly enjoy daily listening to the Transalpine Redemptorists here on KZbin. Fr Spyridon teaching reminds me of this. Fasting becomes more focused when meditating on the effects of sin.

[@juliebittinger46]

Thank you , thank you for your clarity!!

[@CK-dp6je]

Thank you so much for posting this it’s so helpful to me!

[@ironstove9000]

Thank You once again. Worth listening to way more then once.

[@heathsavage4852]

Such truths about the lure of eastern pagan practices. Beautiful, Father, thank you.

[@garyhazelgreen1759]

Thank you for the message Father , I;ve listened to it 40 X so far .

[@mannymay9922]

Thank you for your words of wisdom!

[@thebanished87]

Thank you father. I needed this

[@karooboermeyer1115]

If find Orthodox feed the soul, there is a depth of understanding amongst the Orthodox that is missing in the west.

[@jenniferneugin1228]

Thank you, Father!❤️

[@garyhazelgreen1759]

Thank you again Father , Ive listened to this message many times . Saint John Of The Ladder , My CONSCIENCE IS MY MIRROR TO MY OBEDIENCE

[@matthew5486]

Thank you father ❤️ may God bless you

[@user-qb6kz5xw4e]

God bless U Father!

[@Citibank639]

Thank You, Father. Very important message for us- thank You. Glory to God

[@smmarie]

Thank you Father, your words touch my heart and prick my conscience.

[@karlvonboldt]

☦️God Bless✝️

[@someotherguy43]

Beautiful words Father.

[@patodwyer721]

Thank you Fr.Spyridon for your words of Wisdom

[@the_penitent_]

Thank you so much father for sharing your wisdom.

[@sscot720]

God bless you Fr Spyridon, Amen

[@thenaturalhuman9568]

Father Spyridon’s sermons get better and better

[@lukelucas9264]

Very useful talk, thank you

[@giftyyy]

great video god is good

[@santagemma6212]

Such a great preaching, from the soul of a prayerful man.

[@miriam4091]

Orthodoxy is respected, protected and cherished from it's beginnings in Christ and the Apostles. 🙏

[@ianmaccann8042]

Most helpful God bless you father