Introduction to Discernment of Spirits

May 25, 2025

Are all your thoughts really your own? Or is something — or someone — whispering lies in the background? What is discernment of spirits?

In this powerful episode, Dan and Jordan explore how ordinary demonic influence subtly shapes our thoughts, emotions, and spiritual battles. Drawing from personal stories, trauma recovery, and the timeless wisdom of St. Ignatius, they reveal how you can fight back — and find peace.

You’ll learn:
  • How to discern desolation and spiritual attacks in daily life
  • What St. Ignatius teaches about negative thoughts and temptation
  • Why awareness, understanding, and action are the keys to freedom
  • How healing and forgiveness play a role in spiritual warfare
  • Why this isn’t a fringe Catholic topic — it’s essential for survival in today’s world


🔥 Want to go deeper? Enroll in the free Discernment of Spirits video course:
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Other Resources Mentioned:
📘 Class: https://avila-institute.org/avila-courses/ssf108-spiritual-warfare-and-the-progess-of-the-soul/
📘Fr. Gallagers Book: https://www.frtimothygallagher.org/product-page/the-discernment-of-spirits-an-ignatian-guide-for-everyday-living
📘Dans Book: https://shop.spiritualdirection.com/product/spiritual-warfare-and-the-discernment-of-spirits/



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