St. Augustine reflects on the shattering impact of sin, describing how it fragments and scatters the soul. He delves into the disorder of love, emphasizing the need to love God above all else. The narrative unfolds with Augustine's struggle, influenced by his parents' actions, his friends, and his own disordered affections, leading him into a life of sin. Dr. Paul Thigpen concludes this episode with Augustine expressing gratitude for God's forgiveness and grace.

Episode four covers Book II, chapters 1-10.

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