St. Nektarios on overcoming habitual sins through patience and return to God

The post shares a teaching attributed to St. Nektarios addressing those who struggle with habitual sins. The teaching explains that such sins derive their power from the force of habit rather than from any inherent impossibility of overcoming them. Victory over these sins requires the passage of time combined with fervent effort.

The saint advises three practical steps: pray for God's strength, accept falls patiently when they occur, and immediately turn back to God rather than remaining in the state of sin. The emphasis is on immediate return to God after each fall, not lingering in discouragement or shame.