Your Favorite Devotional Could Be Your Biggest Obstacle

In this episode, we explore the profound teachings of St. John of the Cross on spiritual avarice from Dark Night of the Soul, and how even our most cherished devotionals can sometimes become obstacles to true spiritual growth.

Drawing from my own experiences, I share how I’ve had to confront the attachments in my own life, including taking a hard look at what attachments to prayer objects and "trinkets" (as he aptly puts it), to reach a deeper level of humility and submission to God. This isn’t about abandoning devotionals or traditions but about ensuring that they lead us closer to God, rather than becoming ends in themselves.

We’ll discuss what it means to hold on to things out of comfort or habit, and how letting go can open the door to a more profound connection with the Divine. Whether you’re familiar with St. John of the Cross or just beginning your journey, this episode will challenge you to examine your own spiritual life and the things you may be holding onto that could be hindering your growth.

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This episode invites you to a deeper examination of your spiritual practices and to consider how God may be calling you to go beyond your current comfort zones. Whether it’s a devotion, a tradition, or an idea of who you think you should be, sometimes letting go is the path to finding true freedom in Christ.

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