The Art of Spiritual Life

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St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, Barberton, Ohio.

Miron Kerul Kmec

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    4.32. Obedience heals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 2:43


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.31. Obedience leads to freedom and great gifts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 6:25


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    Evergetinos 50

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 57:33


    Hypothesis 13  

    Evergetinos 49

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    Hypothesis 13  

    4.30. Humility drives away demons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 2:24


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.29. The importance of right intention

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 3:29


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.28. When does a person leave his spiritual father?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 5:48


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.27. Explanation of the severity of the spiritual fathers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 5:07


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.26. A spiritual father is like a potter

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 3:28


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    Homily - May 10, 2026

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    Homily - May 7, 2026 - Bishop Robert

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 12:28


    Homily - May 3, 2026

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    Homily - April 26, 2026

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    Homily - April 23, 2026

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    4.25. An example of obedience

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 3:21


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.24. Progression in spiritual life

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 3:59


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.23. The right medicine to heal the soul

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 4:51


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    Evergetinos 48

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 53:22


    Hypothesis 13  

    Sunday - December 31, 2023

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    Sunday - December 24, 2023

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    Sunday - December 17, 2023

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    Sunday - December 10, 2023

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    Sunday - December 3, 2023

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    Sunday - November 26, 2023

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    Sunday - November 19, 2023

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    Sunday - November 12, 2023

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    Sunday - November 5, 2023

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    Sunday - October 29, 2023

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    Sunday - October 22, 2023

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    Sunday - October 15, 2023

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    Sunday - October 8, 2023

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    Sunday - October 1, 2023

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    4.22. Let us not weaken testimonies with distrust

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 3:51


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.21. Virtues lead to the joy of the kingdom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 3:15


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.20. Strenuous struggle bears abundant fruit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 3:19


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.19. Mastering two activities

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 3:24


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    4.18. Solidarity with one's neighbor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 3:11


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.”

    Evergetinos 47

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    Hypothesis 12  

    Sunday - September 24, 2023

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    Sunday - September 17, 2023

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    Sunday - September 10, 2023

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    Sunday - September 3, 2023

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    Sunday - August 27, 2023

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    Sunday - August 20, 2023

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    Sunday - August 13, 2023

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    Sunday - July 30, 2023

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    Sunday - July 21, 2023

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    Sunday - July 16, 2023

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    Sunday - July 9, 2023

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    Sunday - July 2, 2023

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    4.17. The importance of silence

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 4:08


    4th Step – On Obedience The Ladder of Divine Ascent was written primarily for monks. However, the words of Saint John Climacus at the beginning of the first chapter indicate that his intention is to address every person who longs for salvation. He says: “The gates of eternal life are open to all. The goal of our life is to follow Christ and to become like Him in His divine love.” The reflections offered here are intended as preparation for formation meetings. They focus on the teaching of Saint John Climacus about the stages of spiritual ascent, which we find in his famous work, The Ladder.  

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