STSA Church Podcast Epiktasis: Encounter Never Ends - Fr. Abraham Fam, February 1, 2026
Feb 5, 2026
A sermon explores spiritual restlessness and the struggle to move beyond stagnation. A blind man’s journey in John 9 illustrates shifting recognition of Jesus. Calls to trade spiritual milk for mature faith and to prioritize encounter over mere knowledge. The idea of epektasis encourages pressing forward toward deeper, lifelong encounters with God.
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Spiritual Growth Requires Continuous Progress
- Spiritual life should mirror other areas: we must keep progressing rather than staying stagnant. Growth with God requires intentional movement, not complacency.
The Blind Man's Progression As A Model
- John 9 shows a clear progression from seeing Jesus as a man to recognizing Him as the Son of God. Spiritual maturity is a journey of increasing recognition and worship.
Move From Milk To Solid Spiritual Food
- Stop treating spiritual practices as infant milk and aim for solid food by studying deeper Scripture and maturing in faith. Move from basic habits to a level where you can teach and discern good and evil.