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Authentic Disciples and Fairweather Friends
Discover the power of fighting for God - reflecting on the suffering of Jesus and the lack of support from his disciples, Dan explores the importance of standing up for one's faith and defending priests who face criticism for upholding church teachings.
Key Takeaways:
+The 'wicked' are often more active in opposing God than the 'good' are in defending Him.
+Real conversion and spiritual depth are measured by the support and defense given to the church’s leaders, especially during controversial changes.
+True friendship and discipleship are tested not only in times of harmony but significantly during conflicts and adversity.
Notable Quotes:
"The wicked are so much more active in fighting against God than the good in fighting for him."
"We can't be fair weather friends and be authentic disciples of Jesus."
0:00:00 The wicked are more active in fighting against God than the good in fighting for him.
0:02:26 People are quick to attack priests seeking to make the liturgy more reverent.
0:04:02 The disciples became more deeply converted after the Holy Spirit came.
0:05:31 Do we defend our priests and spread good words about them?
0:07:57 We must fight towards one another, even when offended.
0:09:23 We should be united in Jesus for the sake of His kingdom.
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Discover the power of fighting for God - reflecting on the suffering of Jesus and the lack of support from his disciples, Dan explores the importance of standing up for one's faith and defending priests who face criticism for upholding church teachings.
Key Takeaways:
+The 'wicked' are often more active in opposing God than the 'good' are in defending Him.
+Real conversion and spiritual depth are measured by the support and defense given to the church’s leaders, especially during controversial changes.
+True friendship and discipleship are tested not only in times of harmony but significantly during conflicts and adversity.
Notable Quotes:
"The wicked are so much more active in fighting against God than the good in fighting for him."
"We can't be fair weather friends and be authentic disciples of Jesus."
0:00:00 The wicked are more active in fighting against God than the good in fighting for him.
0:02:26 People are quick to attack priests seeking to make the liturgy more reverent.
0:04:02 The disciples became more deeply converted after the Holy Spirit came.
0:05:31 Do we defend our priests and spread good words about them?
0:07:57 We must fight towards one another, even when offended.
0:09:23 We should be united in Jesus for the sake of His kingdom.
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