Description: How influential is the world when one is discerning God’s will? Dan, Melissa and Dr. Anthony Lilles reveal the wisdom of St. Thérèse of 
Lisieux on the “foolishness” of following God.
Topics/Questions covered in the show:
- How can wisdom from the saints relate to our time?
- How will one’s perspective of the world change when he or she sees things through the eyes of Christ?
- Why has Celine’s desire diminished for joining Carmel?
- What is the difference between an attraction to something and a desire for something?
- Why is it so important to have good spiritual friendships and a spiritual director?
- How does this worldly influence affect married life?
- Why does St. Thérèse call God’s love for us “foolish”? And in turn, why does she call our love for God “foolish” as well?
What is Divine Intimacy Radio?
The Divine Intimacy Radio Show is a haven of rest and wellspring of spiritual life for those seeking intimacy with God and the enlightened path of Catholic mystical and ascetical wisdom.
Every week, Dan Burke and Melissa Elson explore topics related to the interior life and Catholic teaching, including prayer, spiritual direction, meditation, contemplation, and holiness.
Resources:
- Spiritualdirection.com – website
- EWTN Global Catholic Radio
- Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation
- EWTN Religious Catalogue – online
- Living the Mystery of Merciful Love: 30 Days with Thérèse of Lisieux by Dr. Anthony Lilles and Dan Burke
- Questions? Send an e-mail to Questions@myavila.com or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location and question(s).
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