Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast) The World, the Flesh, and the Devil
Oct 23, 2024
This discussion dives into the nature of spiritual warfare, exploring the world, the flesh, and the devil as adversaries. The hosts share strategies for resisting these influences, emphasizing the importance of forming virtuous friendships. Personal anecdotes reveal the rise of diocesan exorcism teams and highlight new church initiatives. They humorously contrast staring down sin with playful kite flying, while stressing the significance of nurturing family culture amidst modern distractions. Expect insightful reflections on temptation and parenting in today's world.
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Understanding The Flesh As Concupiscence
- The flesh refers to fallen humanity and concupiscence that seeks immediate gratification and pleasure.
- Michael Gormley cites Romans 7 and calls it the law of sin in our members, explaining concupiscence as tendency toward unhealthy contentment.
Why Fleshly Temptations Are Frequent But Lesser
- Temptations of the flesh are the most frequent but considered the least grave compared with pride and envy.
- Dave VanVickle and Michael Gormley reference Thomas Aquinas, C.S. Lewis, and Augustine to rank sins like pride above lust.
The World As A Spirit Of Mediocrity
- The world means the spirit of worldliness that organizes itself against God's reign, promoting mediocrity and self-love.
- Michael Gormley quotes Augustine and Fulton Sheen to show the city's contrast and world sliding into toleration of evil.