Reflection | Why We Struggle to Do God's Will

Reflection | Why We Struggle to Do God's Will

From The Arena by Father Josiah Trenham

June 6, 2026 · 8 min

About this episode

Father Josiah Trenham reflects on the challenges of doing God's will in this episode of The Arena Podcast.

The Arena Podcast is the flagship of Patristic Nectar Publications. It contains the Sunday Sermons and other theological reflections by Father Josiah Trenham delivered from the ambon of St. Andrew Church in Riverside, California, and began in 2010. There are more than 800 sermons and lectures covering ten years of preaching through the liturgical calendar. Donate Easily: Text "PNP" to 53-555 to make a quick tax-deductible donation from your phone. | Links | Visit our online store and support Patristic Nectar! https://patristic-nectar.mybigcommerce.com Please subscribe and rate the podcast! If you are interested in other available titles, or if you would like more information on Patristic Nectar Publications, please visit our website at PatristicNectar.org | Support Our Ministry | 1) Spread the Word - Tell your family and friends about Patristic Nectar. Share the Patristic Nectar website links to the content you have enjoyed. A personal invitation is the number one way the Church grows. Tell a friend to "Come and see!" 2) Make a Donation -Patristic Nectar is a small non-profit ministry with a big vision for expanding access to Patristic Orthodox teaching throughout the world…

People in this episode

Host: Father Josiah Trenham

Topics covered

  • God's Will
  • Spiritual Struggle
  • Theological Reflection
  • Orthodox Teaching
  • Sermons

Keywords

  • God's will
  • spiritual struggle
  • theology
  • sermons
  • Orthodox Christianity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Patristic Nectar Publications

Places: St. Andrew Church, Riverside, California

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