Ask an Exorcist: Discernment of Spirits for Beginners Q&A
Are these thoughts from God, from me, or from the enemy?
Why do certain negative thoughts hit so hard out of nowhere?
How do I tell the difference between mental health struggles and spiritual attack?
And what does the Church actually teach about demons influencing our minds?
If you’ve ever asked questions like these, you’re in the right place.
This video is a Q&A session with a Catholic exorcist, a Catholic psychologist, and a spiritual warfare author — all breaking down how demons influence our thoughts, how God speaks, and how you can recognize the difference.
Join Dan Burke, Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett, and Msgr. Stephen Rossetti (Chief Exorcist of the Archdiocese of Washington) as they explain the basics of discernment of spirits, demonic tactics, intrusive thoughts, and the overlap between psychology, mental illness, and spiritual warfare.
You’ll learn practical tools rooted in St. Ignatius of Loyola, real-life exorcism experience, and solid Catholic theology.
If you’ve ever wondered why certain lies feel so persistent (“you’re worthless,” “God doesn’t care,” “there’s no hope”), this conversation will finally give you clarity — and peace.
📘 Get the book – Discernment of Spirits for Beginners (Use code AVILA20 for 20% off)
👉 https://shop.spiritualdirection.com/product/discernment-of-spirits-for-beginners/
⚔️ Learn how to fight! Free Video Series on Spiritual Warfare & Discernment of Spirits
👉 https://bit.ly/49YmoEL
🛡 Catholic Exorcism Resources (Msgr. Rossetti)
Website: https://www.catholicexorcism.org/
App: Search “Catholic Exorcism” in your app store
⚠️ Note for laity: Only use the prayers specifically marked for lay people / personal deliverance unless you have proper ecclesial authority.
🙏 Do you know how to pray? Download our FREE video series on mental prayer → https://bit.ly/4a0q7l2
⚔️ Learn how to fight! Get our FREE video retreat on Spiritual Warfare and Discernment of Spirits → https://bit.ly/4a0I8j5
📚 Explore live, interactive courses with top theologians at the Avila Institute → https://avila-institute.org/
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What questions do you have after watching today's video? Were you impacted in some way? If so, comment below!
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☦ABOUT US:
Under the patronage of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the mission of the Avila Foundation is to draw Christians worldwide into deeper union with Christ.
Support the mission: https://www.avila-army.org/
______________________________________________________
👨🏽💻Websites:
Home: https://spiritualdirection.com/
School: https://avila-institute.org/
Discernment: https://myhighcalling.com/resources/
Community: https://www.apostoliviae.org/
Events: https://SpiritualDirection.com/Events
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Why do certain negative thoughts hit so hard out of nowhere?
How do I tell the difference between mental health struggles and spiritual attack?
And what does the Church actually teach about demons influencing our minds?
If you’ve ever asked questions like these, you’re in the right place.
This video is a Q&A session with a Catholic exorcist, a Catholic psychologist, and a spiritual warfare author — all breaking down how demons influence our thoughts, how God speaks, and how you can recognize the difference.
Join Dan Burke, Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett, and Msgr. Stephen Rossetti (Chief Exorcist of the Archdiocese of Washington) as they explain the basics of discernment of spirits, demonic tactics, intrusive thoughts, and the overlap between psychology, mental illness, and spiritual warfare.
You’ll learn practical tools rooted in St. Ignatius of Loyola, real-life exorcism experience, and solid Catholic theology.
If you’ve ever wondered why certain lies feel so persistent (“you’re worthless,” “God doesn’t care,” “there’s no hope”), this conversation will finally give you clarity — and peace.
📘 Get the book – Discernment of Spirits for Beginners (Use code AVILA20 for 20% off)
👉 https://shop.spiritualdirection.com/product/discernment-of-spirits-for-beginners/
⚔️ Learn how to fight! Free Video Series on Spiritual Warfare & Discernment of Spirits
👉 https://bit.ly/49YmoEL
🛡 Catholic Exorcism Resources (Msgr. Rossetti)
Website: https://www.catholicexorcism.org/
App: Search “Catholic Exorcism” in your app store
⚠️ Note for laity: Only use the prayers specifically marked for lay people / personal deliverance unless you have proper ecclesial authority.
🙏 Do you know how to pray? Download our FREE video series on mental prayer → https://bit.ly/4a0q7l2
⚔️ Learn how to fight! Get our FREE video retreat on Spiritual Warfare and Discernment of Spirits → https://bit.ly/4a0I8j5
📚 Explore live, interactive courses with top theologians at the Avila Institute → https://avila-institute.org/
🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic content on prayer, discernment, and spiritual formation.
✉️ Want spiritual direction and formation sent straight to your inbox? Sign up for the newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3SGlsd9
🙏 Are you discerning a call to religious life or the priesthood?
Start the journey with confidence 👇
👉 Take the High Calling Priesthood Discernment Quiz here:https://myhighcalling.com/high-calling-program/is-priesthood-for-me/quiz/
👉 More Discernment Resources here: https://myhighcalling.com/resources/
What questions do you have after watching today's video? Were you impacted in some way? If so, comment below!
#Catholic #Spirituality #CatholicPrayer #contemplativeprayer #discernment #priesthood #catholicpriest #catholictradition #vocation #spiritualdirection #spiritualwarfare #spiritualguidance #spiritualgrowth #discernmentofspirits #catholicanswers #christianquestions #catholicfaith #catholictradition #spiritualwarfare #spiritualwarfareprayers #spiritualwarfareprayer #exorcist #exorcistbeliever #deliveranceprayer #deliveranceministry #deliveranceministries #deliveranceandhealing #deliverancetestimony
______________________________________________________
☦ABOUT US:
Under the patronage of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the mission of the Avila Foundation is to draw Christians worldwide into deeper union with Christ.
Support the mission: https://www.avila-army.org/
______________________________________________________
👨🏽💻Websites:
Home: https://spiritualdirection.com/
School: https://avila-institute.org/
Discernment: https://myhighcalling.com/resources/
Community: https://www.apostoliviae.org/
Events: https://SpiritualDirection.com/Events
Books: https://SpiritualDirection.com/Shop
