UNWANTED THOUGHTS IN PRAYER

Our minds can be filled with distractions during prayer, but the Church Fathers teach us how to overcome them.

[@FatherSpyridonROCOR]

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[@KurdChrist]

Thank you father .I live in iraq its hard for me but by the grace of god i live , Lord Jesus christ have mercy on us all we all are sinners .

[@KassandraFuria13]

May the Lord protect and bless you.

[@thomasfarley6052]

Praying for your safety my brother, God bless you

[@J2daRocc]

Your a very strong brother in Christ stay strong out there 💪🏼🌍❤️

[@South3West77]

God called out Abraham to serve him and create a group of people to serve God. And he was from the land that is now called modern-day Iraq 🇮🇶 blessings in the Risen Christ Jesus 🔥 🙏

[@TheTroller_]

Amen. May He have mercy upon us, dirty and filthy sinners...

[@antonkirani2758]

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

[@Abineetbluestar]

Jesus is king ✝️

[@Abineetbluestar]

@@Gigi-ho2qkisn’t Catholicism and orthodoxy the same but one believes in a pope and the other doesn’t?

[@Gigi-ho2qk]

roman catholicism is h e r e s y . Since1054

[@Fathertakemeaway]

Amen!

[@greensoldier2142]

​@@Abineetbluestarthat, and the fact that a lot of their(Catholics) theological beliefs are different. The entire ethos is different as well.

[@haydeen6535]

@@AbineetbluestarWe are completely different. Protestants and Catholics are closer than Catholics and Orthodox.

[@TheTroller_]

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

[@AddisenWentz]

I’m sorry but the sincere and beautiful prayer mixed with the troll face will never not be funny.

[@mollyporium5086]

@@AddisenWentzI was thinking the same thing lol

[@Bluettes-cm7wo]

@@mollyporium5086 There seems to be quite an uptick in the demonic manifestations lately.

[@PituGuli987]

May Jesus Christ bless you all

[@caderiddle5996]

And you brother

[@Melkspuiter3000]

May he bless you brother

[@MLG_ZAP]

I have been fasting and praying with Jesus alone the past 3 days and have received what I needed and thank him for that. It has been very difficult but can do anything through Christ!!!

[@stephaniedegange2737]

very nice to hear...

[@nicholasdemato1718]

Very much looking forward to this ❤ ☦️

[@hummingbirdee9389]

VIVA CHRISTO REY !!! ✝️⚓❤️🙏

[@faith081356]

Thank you Father. This topic is one that I needed to hear. The Holy Spirit definitely has moved you to give us this message at this time! May God bless us all in our walk in faith to get closer to Him.

[@Fein528]

Such an important topic. Also important to pray even if you are unsure what to say, remember, prayer doesn’t have to be a formal speech or an essay. Like a loving parent, God would rather you chat inarticulate gibberish and to acknowledge Him than to not acknowledge or talk to Him at all. ☦️

[@thomasfarley6052]

You are absolutely correct brother, thank you for uplifting comment.

[@uncagedzebra6941]

Very true. Jesus says that our prayers must not be too long for pagans believe that they will be heard because of their many words, but God all mighty already knows what we want and need before we ask Him.

[@nicechock]

​​@@uncagedzebra6941much easier to keep it short. The prayer should be clear though and no gibberish and directed to the Father. As father Spyridon said we must remember the seriousness of who we are adressing with our prayers.

[@jamesbancroft2467]

I so often feel like my prayer won’t do anything because it’s just the words, I know that’s wrong but

[@thomasfarley6052]

@@jamesbancroft2467 Friend the Lord knows your needs and words before you ask them. Dont worry about your words, just cry out to the Lord. Not praying won't do much, but praying shows God that you care.Just start with short prayer andd go from there. I am praying for you now.

[@rasheedahdaniels4653]

I'm protestant, this is the best advice I've heard on distractions in prayer. Thank you! May the Lord be merciful to me; a sinner.

[@bartididthat]

I am as well but I feel like the Fathers in Christian Orthodox are the most wise and understanding of spirituality and the soul. Never have I ever heard a protestant or Catholic speak like they do.

[@heraclesreborne6321]

…so be baptized in THE CHURCH guys..give yourselves this gift that will allow you be in the grace of our Lord..!

[@thomasfarley6052]

Bless you Father , thank you for your comforting words.

[@ChistosAnesti]

Met him today, What an amazing man

[@liamstallings1204]

Where did you see him?

[@liamstallings1204]

What counrty

[@mysterytruth7271]

@@liamstallings1204 he serves in rocor in England according to Google

[@Melancholian]

​@@liamstallings1204 england probably

[@nicolasuribestanko]

Dear Father Spyridon.... Thank you for your words of advice. Unwanted thoughts have plagued me since childhood. Reading the Philokalia has given me much comfort. Regarding unwanted thoughts, Abba Moses replied to Germanos: 'It is impossible for the mind not to be troubled by these thoughts. But if we exert ourselves it is within our power either to accept them and give them our attention, or to expel them. Their coming is not within our power to control, but their expulsion is."

[@andreaslaugh2487]

I think it was St. Paisios who said to swat them away like flies!

[@SOLACE_WARRIOR_]

The seriousness of christ is something ive been struggling with , may he humble us all and bring us struggle to develop qnd grow us remember all we have is a gift, we dont deserve him and its about him

[@user-go1mc1qs8j]

Father Spyridon - You hit the nail on the head with this video - God Bless You Father!

[@Christisthetruce]

Cant wait for this one fr

[@yonimekonnen7466]

Thank you Father .

[@judorican973]

Lord Jesus Christ son of God have mercy on me a Sinner 🙏🏿☦️

[@gemschaeffer7291]

Amen 🙏 all glory be to our lord Jesus Christ...Lord I love you and long to have you in my life

[@yn3401]

Thank you father

[@laceygreenwood]

Thank you, Fr Spyridon! Your counsel is such a blessing. I am glad God has granted you health and recovery from your surgery so you continue to help us who are struggling! ☦God be with you.

[@djxotic5168]

You're right, the basic thoughts do tend to overflow, but other times the enemy truly tries to put real negative evil unwanted thoughts into our minds during prayer as well, I need to focus on God more so I can not allow the enemy to put such thoughts into my mind,

[@thomasfarley6052]

I concur brother, the thoughts that come to me when i pray are straight from hell. It is a constant battle.

[@imao7429]

It's So true enemy does

[@NJP9036]

Thank you Fr. Spyridon. Very good advice on how to avoid prelest.

[@Johnstanton533]

Distractions in Life,and in Prayer shuts the Doors of progress. Good Message Father Spyridon. I find that there are less distractions when I stand in Prayer,and to meditate on readings from St Issac the Syrian or the Philokalia. The Ascetical Homilies are very useful to help me get past those hurdles that seem to be impossible to cross ,and make Spiritual progress possible. Thank you Father Spyridon.

[@SpookyOwl23]

Looking forward to hearing how to manage a common form of spiritual warfare.

[@old_gaffer]

Get yourself a copy of Unseen Warfare by St. Nicodemus the Hagiorite. And try to be humble in all things.

[@robwells5753]

Michael Heizer also wrote a book titled The unseen realm

[@old_gaffer]

@@robwells5753 going with the Saints is much safer.

[@Mindreadrr]

Even just during this video, I found my thoughts wandering as usual. But for anyone reading this who is curious how to PAY ATTENTION = recite the words you hear coming from Fr. Spyridon’s mouth. Say them in your head and you will remain focused. God Bless.

[@EsotericPenguin]

Unseen Warfare edited by St. Theophan the Recluse.

[@NotBlandBlandina]

This was very timely, I’ve been struggling with just this recently. Lord have mercy on me a sinner

[@accesstotheredcarpet]

Every time unwanted thoughts sneak up on me, I immediately pray and call on God to rebuke those sneaking thoughts. Because I know for a fact that did not come from me. I did not consent those thoughts. Prayer works and truly effective for every Christian to do.

[@luciamixon4156]

Amen.

[@sullifiedd]

This was very humbling for me. Opened my eyes to my own worldly self. Thank you Father.

[@priestxman]

Thank you Father. Very timely. Every Blessing.

[@Bob.W.]

For the bad intruding thoughts I go right to the Jesus prayer. Thanks.

[@sm3756]

Thank you Father🙏

[@mr.milkstash9333]

Amen

[@patodwyer721]

Thank you Fr.Spyridon for your Wisdom and Guidance

[@Mr89db]

I love the intro atmosphere and the message , thank you Father Spyridon👏🌻🌱🙏

[@streamcake3493]

Thank you Lord Jesus that you make me see this video. You know my heart Lord and what I truly need 🙏❤ and Thank you father Spyridon for this and all videos

[@truxoxo_HEA7EN11]

Even though the demons are outside of God kingdom they still fall to his Love and Law ! Praise be to him!

[@blabbergasted4380]

Amen. Thank God for his grace. What a blessing!

[@JeffreyBlessedYT]

I appreciate these videos, keep spreading the word of God my generation needs it.

[@klwstis5474]

Timing is crazy

[@jcrossover600]

Legit

[@wyattrussell525]

You are living harmoniously.

[@lookoutted6888]

God bless you farther this video has brought me peace

[@jcrossover600]

Thanks father, video came to me at a great time. God bless

[@MxVenator]

Thank you, Father! This is much needed guidance.

[@grunerteedaughter3298]

God bless! ☦

[@garylee12345]

This is my biggest struggle. You hot a cord with me & my ears perked up to listen to this. These thoughts enter my mind that is truly not me at all. Its almost as if an outside force is inserting thoughts into my mind.

[@yonastesfai1615]

The devil truly doesn’t have to do much to get us distracted anymore. I think most people feel trapped in their own lives. Everything we’re surrounded with. Even thought we want to be better and just focus on Him, it seems impossible at times. But I guess that’s the struggle, not an excuse but our test.

[@Mindreadrr]

Amazing, as usual. Thank you, Fr Spyridon!

[@user-gr4oz8jb1o]

Thank you, Father Spyridon!

[@ourblessedmess5815]

🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@hendersonshuntinglodge1207]

Very practical advice from the Church Fathers

[@leandrepav]

Amen great vidéo god bless you all

[@EsotericPenguin]

God bless you Father

[@olgapedinski6115]

Thank you Fr Spiridon

[@Bobby.truthsayer.1956]

Sounds just like Jesus in Matthew 6:24. May God grant us the ability to work for what we need on the earth AND in the Heavenly realm, always putting God first. It’s so hard in these final days! May we be found perfect in the last time.

[@tydagreat_11]

Amen father Spyridon✝️☦️

[@victorymuleme3612]

Thank you Father Spyridon

[@CamLeCreative]

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

[@andrianakakke6921]

Thank u so much i needed this God talked to me through it All glory to God, God bless yall

[@petedavies6457]

Thank you Father Syridon))

[@OrthodoxLoner]

“Our thoughts determine our whole life. If our thoughts are destructive, we will have no peace. If they are quiet, meek, and simple, our life will be the same, and we will have peace within us. It will radiate from us and influence all beings around us.” - Elder Thaddeus of Vitovnica

[@ekaterinavasilevna5619]

Thank you very much for arising this important question, father. I have had this problem since long ago. It is very hard for me to concentrate when praying, but I hope God will help me overcome this sin! 🙏

[@davidallan2829]

Thank you! God bless

[@daylight44ful]

Amen ✝

[@mnazimek26]

great message. amen.

[@Gavriasagmaeilll]

May His will become my will, for I am weak and meaningless without Him

[@GratefulHeart917]

My iPhone has become my biggest distraction! I woke up so angry at the grief & heartbreak it has brought me that the thought of throwing it against the wall crossed my mind. 😭

[@joshuamk777]

Pray for me, I cannot defeat Lust alone. Lord help me

[@D.Mario03]

Please pray for me too, struggling with lust aswell...

[@TheBratscin1]

I needed this video, thank you so much!

[@snakeh9836]

Luke 2 verse 7 he is risen and God loves us. Amen.

[@MLG_ZAP]

I have recently given up PMO with the help of god and love him for that. The devil is very upset with that and is attacking me in my dreams with nocturnal emissions and as I become stronger through Christ I am being attacked by stronger evils. I will prevail through the strength of Christ and continue following his word fighting off these attacks. It makes me laugh almost how hard he is trying to get to me to fall and I say NO!!!!!

[@clintpot8521]

thoughts --> words --> actions --> habits --> lifestyle --> character --> destiny be aware of your thoughts, for over time, they become your destiny

[@thomastrevino9017]

Father this spoke to me sharply

[@phantomsoru5373]

Amen. God Bless.

[@CatPiece]

praise the LORD JESUS CHRIST forever GOD over all forever praised

[@MaximusWolfe]

We need Christ not politics and power. Those are the ways the world wins and continuously loses. Our victory is taking place in the unseen, upper world. Ours is an eternal methodology, purpose and glory that the world despises.

[@chrisrobinson1671]

Beautiful

[@nathanbell6962]

Excellent advice. I will try putting into practice

[@iliesculiliana5846]

DEEPLY APPRECIATE.BE BLESSED

[@robintropper660]

I am thoroughly satisfied (more than convinced) that God reaches us ALL via our own cultures. Your culture is not mine, not fully, and yet how your words are meaningful and relevant and useful!

[@kathleenglumpe8554]

Thank you 🙏 Blessings

[@williammarquart]

St. John of The Cross dives deep in this topic

[@jojilla23]

Thank You brother ❤

[@Fathertakemeaway]

Forgive me my Lord, for I am a sinner.

[@whollybraille7043]

Gen 4:7, the Lord God to Cain: "If thou doest well, shalt thou not be accepted? and if thou doest not well, sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him."

[@HermitGhost]

Logismoi are very real. As if the demons don't dwell within everything that pulls us away from God.

[@Davi1976]

Thank you

[@thepear7540]

Amen!

[@tonyelbows8045]

🔥

[@TheLastRockNRollerAlive]

Thank you for the enlightenment

[@berniefynn6623]

Pray out loud, impossible to have a thought at the same time

[@AndyWitmyer]

Prayer has always been a struggle for me - I've never felt like I've been capable of doing it correctly. Since I was a babe, my mind has always been burdened with very constant, heavy thinking. This has sometimes proven to be a severe impediment; not just in prayer, but also in my capacity of living my life in the fullness of how God intends for me. Of course, it is whilst in the midst of prayer that my excessive thinking becomes most obvious and magnified - a reality that can, on occasion, lead me to seriously wonder if I am, perhaps, fundamentally defective and irreparably broken and therefore unworthy of God's love or redemption - for why should He want to save someone who cannot even speak to Him with his full attention? Somewhere deep down, I think I know that this isn't so, but knowing this does not always mean that the vanquishing of my these darker ruminations can come by any easier. In any case, I'll have to try and reflect on your words, Father. As is usually the case, your spiritual message has certainly come at just the right time. God bless you and all who have read these words. ☦

[@ChellSneed]

Bless you.

[@scariosity9253]

Thank you!

[@DanielFischer95]

Repent from sins and the holy Spirit will cleanse your thoughts.

[@alexbartschi602]

Man where was this last week? Thank you for this wonderful reflection!

[@Its_E_Man809]

Ay so waiting late night night with me 😅

[@Vaecord91]

This was enlightening

[@_.Garv1.9.9.6._]

Hello my Brothers and Sisters ive sinned Today im Confessing my Sin In Jesus Name i Pray 🙏🏽