“If the way of contemplation and discipleship that the Lord calls me to embrace becomes just about how I will serve on my terms, what I am owed, or retribution then I will follow an apparent angel of light who is a deceiver. Without such child-like vigilance, I easily can reecho the cry of Lucifer, I will not serve.” – Fr. Matthew MacDonald
Monsignor Stephen Rossetti explains how “The real confrontation between an exorcist and the demons does not take place in the prayer session.”
“After a number of intense exorcism sessions, the demons were weakening. It seemed to me that they just might be weak enough to be compelled, by the power of Jesus, to reveal their names. Having their demonic names gives additional power to cast them out and suggests that the time of their exit is approaching.” – Monsignor Stephen Rossetti
God’s wrath is His “passion” to set things right. His wrath is His work to root out sin and injustice and bring forth holiness and righteousness, Monsignor Pope reflects.
The seven capital sins can be be deeply helpful clues to lead us back to God.
What do we do with the emotion of anger?
The replay is up! Be better prepared for Lent than you ever have before.
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