Fr. Joseph Collins, Fr. Michael Marcantoni, and Ancient Faith Radio
Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni
Watchfulness
Watchfulness
Watchfulness
Thursday 7th April 2022
Explore the intersection of Orthodox spirituality and sobriety with Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni.
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Fr. Joseph Collins, Fr. Michael Marcantoni, and Ancient Faith Radio
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Episode Overview
- Watchfulness is key to sobriety and managing life's challenges.
- Trusting God completely while distrusting oneself aids recovery.
- Moral inventory helps identify personal wrongdoings and resentments.
- Prayer and spiritual practices are vital for sobriety.
- Sobriety involves more than abstaining from substances; it includes emotional stability.
We made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? This episode of 'On the Battlefield' invites listeners to explore the concept of watchfulness, as Fr. Joseph Collins and Fr. Michael Marcantoni discuss its role in sobriety and the 12-step recovery process. Drawing inspiration from St. Theophan's teachings, they delve into the importance of maintaining an 'all-daring trust in God' while exercising complete distrust in oneself. Fr.
Michael shares his insights on how watchfulness is akin to the moral inventory in recovery, where one fearlessly evaluates personal wrongdoings and resentments. This conversation reveals the intersection between Orthodox spirituality and addiction recovery, offering a fresh perspective on managing life’s challenges with sobriety and vigilance. With light-hearted banter and deep reflections, this episode provides listeners with practical tools to confront their own battles with addiction.
Whether you're interested in spiritual guidance or recovery strategies, this episode offers valuable insights into living a life of sobriety and watchfulness. So, are you ready to face your own challenges head-on?