Do you find it harder than ever to focus, pray, or pursue the things that really matter? In this episode, Fr Columba explores how constant stimulation and “fast dopamine” habits like endless scrolling can quietly undermine our motivation, discipline, and spiritual life. He explains why the Christian life depends on learning to embrace slower, harder practices like prayer, perseverance, and meaningful relationships. When we step away from cheap rewards and begin to pursue what is truly good, our hearts regain the capacity for peace, purpose, and intimacy with God.

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Little by Little | Episode #264

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Do you ever feel like your faith stays mostly in theory? In this episode, Fr Columba reflects on the danger of getting “just enough” of God to feel inspired without ever truly being transformed. Using the example of Judas and the Church’s call to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, he shows that real Christianity is not about proximity to Jesus but becoming like Him. Lent invites us to move beyond ideas and into action, to sacrifice, to surrender our idols, and to let God reshape our lives. If you want more than a comfortable faith, this is an invitation to go all in.

Do you ever feel spiritually drained, like you’re giving and giving, but running on empty? In this episode, Fr Columba reflects on why selfless love can feel impossible when we try to sustain it on our own strength. Drawing on the image of Peter stepping out of the boat and the words of Jesus to St Faustina, he shows that trust is not naïve optimism, but the gateway that allows God to act. The Christian life is not about proving that we are enough, it begins when we admit we are not. If you are tired of carrying everything yourself, this is an invitation to let go, to trust, and to discover that He will provide.

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Little by Little | Episode #262

Little by Little is a weekly video series by Called to More in collaboration with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. Our host, Fr Columba Jordan CFR, brings you quality Catholic content with new episodes every Thursday at 9pm GMT. Be sure to subscribe!

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