“The reality is that we have no more direct control over spiritual consolation than we have over a white Christmas.” – Fr. Mark Yavarone, OMV
“She would go into the bathroom, shut the door, and sing the Doxology loud and clear: “Praise God from Whom all Blessings flow…” – Ann Radtke
“The Lord is inviting us to regularly inspect our own fortress—our invaluable soul—to learn its vulnerabilities and build up our defenses with His help.” – Megan Hjelmstad
“This is why St. Ignatius invites us to both humility and confidence in Rule Eleven, reminding us of God’s merciful grace in consolation and sufficient strength in desolation.” – Megan Hjelmstad
“This is a humbling realization for those of us often tempted by self-reliance, perfectionism, or productivity: we cannot manufacture consolation any more than we can manufacture authentic connection in any human relationship.” – Megan Hjelmstad
“Obedience is the foundation to authentic humility. But when you truly love someone, you want to do as much for them as possible rather than only what is required.” – Debra Black
“From journaling prayer, one can learn to discern God’s ‘voice’ and presence as distinguished from our own thoughts and emotions as well as those placed upon us by the enemy.” – Debra Black
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson answer questions about helping those suffering, prayer, and God’s will on this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio.
Beware of making changes to your spiritual commitments when you are experiencing spiritual desolation. Listen as Dan and Melissa explain why!
How does spiritual consolation help us in discernment? Find out when Dan Burke and Melissa Elson discuss rule 3 of Saint Ignatius’ Discernment of Spirit on Divine Intimacy Radio.