The Catholic Coaching Podcast 291. Discern Like a Saint | Learning Discernment with St. Ignatius
If you’ve ever asked, “What is God’s will for my life?” or “How do I discern God’s voice from my own?” this episode is for you.
In this episode of the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin begin a new series on Catholic discernment and walk through the foundations of how discernment actually works. Using the wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola, they explain the three modes of discernment and how God often leads us through relationship, consolation, desolation, and reason.
We also talk about why so many people say they are “discerning” when they are really just stuck, confused, or going in circles.
In this episode, we cover:
•what discernment actually is
•why discernment is about relationship, not just decision-making
•the three modes of discernment from St. Ignatius
•the difference between consolation and desolation
•why first-mode discernment is rare
•how reason plays a role in third-mode discernment
•how to begin discerning big decisions with God
This is especially helpful if you are discerning:
•dating or breaking up
•vocation or religious life
•marriage
•career changes
•college decisions
•major life transitions
If this episode helps you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who is trying to discern God’s will.
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