Habits of the Soul | S1E28

PART EIGHT: Soul Tending In this episode of St.Aub, we explore the habits that shape the Godward soul. Spiritual growth rarely happens by accident. Just as physical strength is developed through consistent training, the soul is formed through daily practices that open our hearts to God's grace and transform us over time. Drawing from Scripture, the Desert Fathers, the Philokalia, and the wisdom of Eastern Orthodox spirituality, St.Aub reflects on why the early Christians gave so much attention to spiritual disciplines. Prayer, fasting, watchfulness, silence, discernment, and other habits of the soul are not ends in themselves. They are practical ways of preparing the heart for deeper communion with God and protecting it from the distractions and passions that so easily pull us away. This episode invites you to rethink spiritual disciplines not as burdensome obligations, but as life-giving habits. Over time, what begins as discipline gradually becomes delight, as love for God grows stronger and the soul is slowly shaped into His likeness. If this reflection resonated with you, consider subscribing and returning as we continue exploring the Godward path together. You’re always welcome here. And if you think of someone who might need this, feel free to share it. Topics in this video include spiritual disciplines, habits of the soul, the Philokalia, the Desert Fathers, Eastern Orthodox spirituality, Christian spiritual formation, prayer and fasting, and the Godward life. #ChristianYouTube #EasternOrthodox #OrthodoxChristianity #SpiritualDisciplines #Philokalia #SpiritualFormation #GodwardLife Continue watching more episodes at https://www.dickstaub.com/episodes