Avoiding Spiritual Boredom
Ascension TeamHow can we keep our faith vibrant? Experiencing periods of spiritual monotony isn't uncommon; the critical point is how we respond. Jeff shares seven ways to avoid spiritual boredom and revitalize our faith.
Shownotes
1. Uphold Your Life of Prayer
Prayer is the cornerstone of our relationship with God. Just as we converse with loved ones, maintaining regular and sincere prayer bolsters our faith. Jeff cautions against viewing prayer as merely a task but urges us to seek genuine intimacy with the Lord. Whether it's through the rosary, attending mass more frequently, or spontaneous communication with God, an active prayer life is indispensable.
2. Engage with Spiritual Reading
Staying spiritually engaged means nourishing our minds with the richness of Catholic literature. Be it Scripture, theology, or writings from Church Fathers, continuous learning keeps our minds alive and our spirits uplifted.
3. Cultivate Relationships with Fellow Believers
Our faith journey is not meant to be walked alone. As part of Christ's body, engaging with a community offers renewed enthusiasm and perspective. Reach out to fellow Catholics who share a zeal for Jesus and His teachings. These friendships provide mutual support and encouragement.
4. Sharpen Areas of Struggle
Identifying personal weaknesses and working towards overcoming them. Focus on one virtue at a time, allowing us to see progress and boosting our spiritual enthusiasm. For instance, if we struggle with envy, we might practice gratitude, emphasizing the goodness in our lives.
5. Foster Relationships with Saints
The saints serve as our heavenly advocates and role models in faith. Choose a few saints who inspire you, learn about their lives, and pray for their intercession.
6. Regular Confession
Unconfessed sin can hinder our spiritual growth and lead to a sense of separation from God. Monthly confession is recommended to clear these barriers, allowing us to experience deeper intimacy with the Lord.
7. Receive the Eucharist Frequently
Finally, feeding on the Eucharist ensures we receive the strength and grace needed to thrive spiritually. Jeff encourages frequent reception of the Eucharist, inviting us to find continual nourishment and renewal in Christ’s body.
2 comments
Jeff you are so right it’s so easy to get bored or fall out of the groove of our spiritual journey. About 5 years ago my husband had a cerebral hemorrhage and this past year in 2024 he was diagnosed with dementia. It has been a struggle primarily for me I always worked hard and thought one day when we retired we would travel have fun etc
Without God I don’t know where I would be I pray the rosary with Fr Mike I try to go to daily mass and now I’ve relocated to a new state and need to learn to feel part of the church where we are parishioners
Please continue your podcast and your uplifting Real words
God bless you
To enrich our spiritual self we need to prioritise all the 7 experience highlighted. Our prayer and spiritual lives cannot become routine, each experience brings us closer to our loving God so we can garnish the courage, strength and wisdom in doing His Holy Will. Thanks & GB