In the times of temptation to vainglory, what can be done to conquer?

In this episode will be looking at Fr. Scupoli’s advice in combatting vanity or vainglory. Last episode we read about the general things we need to avoid this pitfall. We need true self-knowledge and mindfulness of our need for God. But in the actual times of temptations, what kinds of spiritual exercises can we do?

In the times of temptation to vainglory, what can be done to conquer? In this episode will be looking at Fr. Scupoli’s advice in combatting vanity or vainglory. Last episode we read about the general things we need to avoid this pitfall. We need true self-knowledge and mindfulness of our need for God. But in the actual times of temptations, what kinds of spiritual exercises can we do?

In the times of temptation to vainglory, what can be done to conquer?

In this episode will be looking at Fr. Scupoli’s advice in combatting vanity or vainglory. Last episode we read about the general things we need to avoid this pitfall. We need true self-knowledge and mindfulness of our need for God. But in the actual times of temptations, what kinds of spiritual exercises can we do?

Episode 54 -- Spiritual Combat c32.2 -- Resisting Vain Glory

St Philip Neri in the 16th century would gather those each day who were desirous of seeking Christian perfection. He would read from a spiritual book and then discourse on the meaning of what was read. This podcast (and the nightly prayer group from which it springs) seeks to carry on St Philip’s method of helping people become holy, even saints, in their own homes.

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Episode 54 -- Spiritual Combat c32.2 -- Resisting Vain Glory

Episode 54 -- Spiritual Combat c32.2 -- Resisting Vain Glory