Stop Relying on Yourself — Fr. Josiah Trenham

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Stop Relying on Yourself

Stop Relying on Yourself

Preacher: Fr. Josiah Trenham
Tradition: Eastern Orthodox — Antiochian
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Length: 5:27

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In this reflection, Father Josiah Trenham draws on the powerful words of St. Philaret of Moscow, which reveals why relying on your own strength blocks God's grace, and what true dependence on God actually looks like. 0:00 — Why Good Intentions Fail 2:14 — Self-Sufficiency Kills Spiritual Progress 3:02 — The Path to Real Change Download the *Patristic Nectar App* on all platforms! Make a Donation: *Text “PNP” to 53555 to make a tax-deductible donation.* Merchandise: https://store.patristicnectar.org/apparel/ #OrthodoxChristianity #PatristicNectar #FrJosiahTrenham #ChurchFathers #christian #god #jesus #ChristianFaith #SpiritualGrowth #FaithAndWorks #Theology #EasternOrthodoxy #Catechesis #ChristianTradition #christianity #GospelTruth #ChristianDoctrine #OrthodoxTeaching #ChristianLiving #FatherJosiahTrenham #PatristicNectar #ChristianApologetics #AncientFaith #Christianity #Saints #prayer #biblestudy

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