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In this bonus roundtable for Episode 25 of Desert Fathers in a Year with Bishop Erik Varden, host Jamie Baxter and guests Adam, Doyle, and Jared dive into the powerful story of Amma Sarah, the first Desert Mother featured in the series. For thirteen years, Amma Sarah battled the demon of lust, never praying for the temptation to leave but instead seeking God’s strength. Her witness—“Not I have vanquished you, but Christ, my Lord has”—offers timeless wisdom on embracing crosses for spiritual growth. Join us as we explore how her example challenges modern notions of Christianity and calls us to holiness through trial.
Key Topics Covered:
- Amma Sarah’s 13-year battle with lust and her reliance on Christ’s strength
- The revolutionary role of Desert Mothers in showcasing holiness for all
- Rejecting “crossless Christianity” and embracing temptation as a path to virtue
- Practical wisdom: Controlling the controllables to face life’s challenges
- The importance of small crosses in daily sanctification
Action Item: Be attentive to the “little crosses” given each hour. Embrace them as opportunities for transformation, seeing each as “a kiss from the Crucified.”
Why Listen?
This episode challenges modern misconceptions of faith, offering Amma Sarah’s example as a call to persevere in spiritual combat. Perfect for those seeking deeper Christian wisdom, spiritual growth, or insights from the Desert Fathers and Mothers.
Get Involved:
- Submit questions for our upcoming Q&A with Bishop Varden at desertfathers.com or email [email protected].
- Join Saint Michael’s Lent starting August 15 on the Exodus 90 app. Visit exodus90.com to learn more about this powerful devotion led by CFR priests Fr. Innocent and Fr. Angelus Montgomery.
Resources:
- Bishop Erik Varden’s book, Chastity: Reconciliation of the Senses
- Exodus 90 app for daily spiritual exercises and Saint Michael’s Lent
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