Orthodox Thursdays at Evangelismos

What is spiritual discipline? Fr Emmanuel discusses the difference between patience and faintheartedness.

Fr Emmanuel explores St Isaac's teachings on the trials of the soul, answering the question: Does God first gift us the power to address a trial, or do we experience a trial first to then be rewarded with a gift?

Fr Emmanuel explores St Isaac's teachings on material possessions and finding true peace.

Fr Emmanuel discusses how each choice we make has spiritual value, and answers the question: what is the mark of true repentance?

Fr Emmanuel explores St Isaac's writings on how the ascetical struggle is bittersweet, full of joys and sorrows.

Fr Emmanuel discusses containing thoughts, dealing with desire and how goodness has no beginning.

Fr Emmanuel concludes St Isaac's 40th Homily discussing the importance of focusing on the small things in our spiritual life.

Listen to find out which 2 virtues are the foundation of all good things which St Isaac the Syrian learnt through his own self-examination.

Homily 39 of St Isaac the Syrian explores the methods the Devil uses to undermines us, but how "God's assistance never leaves those who love Him"

Fr Emmanuel discusses Homily 38 and the importance of constraining the body to allow the Lord to dwell within, as well as answering questions asked by listeners.