Explore Your Faith

Explore Your Faith

By Fr. JMO MandiaReligion & Spirituality
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Explore Your Faith episodes

  • Lesson 07: Why Is There Evil?

    This is a lesson about the nature of evil and its origins. It begins by outlining the state of "original justice" enjoyed by Adam and Eve before their sin. The lesson then analyzes the fall of the angels, their rejection of God, and the subsequent sin of Adam and Eve. It explores the consequences of this sin, including the loss of supernatural grace, the introduction of suffering and death into the world, and the inclination towards sin known as concupiscence. Finally, the lesson examines the concept of redemption through Jesus Christ.

    11 min
  • Lesson 08: Bad News, Good News

    This is a lesson about the Incarnation, a central tenet of Christian faith. It explores the historical evidence for the existence of Jesus Christ and his role in spreading the Good News. The lesson examines the theological concept of the hypostatic union, which unites Jesus Christ's divine and human natures in one Person. It also addresses various historical controversies surrounding the Incarnation, and concludes by discussing the implications of Jesus Christ's true humanity, including his soul, intellect, will, and body.

    16 min
  • Lesson 09: Heaven on Earth

    This is a lesson about Jesus Christ's identity and mission, focusing on the Incarnation and the Blessed Trinity. It examines Jesus' roles as Priest, Prophet, and King, explaining how these roles relate to his mission of redemption and sanctification. The lesson also explores the significance of the name "Jesus" and the meaning of "Christ," as well as the role of Mary, the Mother of God, in God's plan of salvation. Finally, it emphasizes the priestly, prophetic, and kingly roles of the Church.

    18 min
  • Lesson 10: Mission Accomplished

    This is a lesson about the significance of Jesus Christ's suffering and death, focusing on how his sacrifice redeemed humanity from sin. It examines the accounts of Jesus' passion, highlighting his willingness to offer himself as a sacrifice for the sins of all people. The lesson emphasizes the importance of Jesus' obedience to God's plan, his willingness to endure humiliation and pain, and the unique and definitive nature of his sacrifice. It also discusses the concept of participating in Christ's sacrifice through baptism and living a life of selfless service.

    11 min
  • Lesson 11: Victory and Triumph

    This is a lesson about the significance of Christ's descent into Hell, Resurrection, Ascension, and Second Coming. The lesson uses biblical scripture and references to explain these key events in Christian theology, highlighting the importance of the Resurrection as the crowning truth of the faith and emphasizing the anticipation of Christ's final return to judge the living and the dead.

    27 min
  • Lesson 12: Uncreated Love and Christ's Bride

    This is a lesson about the Holy Spirit's role in creation, the Church, and the lives of individual believers. The lesson explores the Holy Spirit's mission in creation, His influence during the coming of the Messiah, and His active presence in the Church as the source of sanctification and growth. It also defines the Church's fundamental characteristics as "one, holy, catholic, and apostolic," explaining the meaning behind each attribute and the implications for believers' relationship with the Church. Finally, the lesson emphasizes the importance of sacraments and prayer in experiencing the Holy Spirit's fullness.

    18 min
  • Lesson 13: One Body, Many Gifts

    This is a lesson about the structure and purpose of the Church. It emphasizes the equality and diversity of the faithful within the Church, the role of the hierarchy (bishops, priests, and deacons), and the unique vocation of the laity. The lesson also defines the different types of consecrated life within the Church, including the religious life, consecrated virgins, and secular institutes. Finally, it explains the concept of the Communion of Saints, which refers to the unity of all members of the Church, both living and deceased, in their shared faith and participation in the sacraments.

    12 min
  • Lesson 14: "I Am With You Always"

    This is a lesson about the history of the Church, beginning with its founding and continuing through the 20th century. It explores the Church's early growth, its internal struggles and the persecution it faced, as well as its role in the development of Western civilization. The lesson outlines the Church's evangelistic work, its missionary activities, and its impact on cultural and social development. Additionally, it discusses the Church's response to the Protestant Reformation and its struggles with political powers throughout history, including the rise of liberalism and the challenges of the modern world.

    24 min
  • Lesson 15: God and Caesar

    This is a lesson about the relationship between the Church and the state. It argues that the Church has a mission to promote the integral development of the human person, which includes social and political involvement. The lesson examines the different roles of the Church and the state, emphasizing that they should collaborate but not be merged. It highlights the importance of ethical principles guiding political decisions and the need for religious freedom. The lesson discusses the Church's involvement in areas like marriage, education, and the rights and responsibilities of believers in political life.

    13 min
  • Lesson 16: At the End of It All ...

    This is a lesson about the end of life, the afterlife, and what happens to the soul and body after death. It explains concepts such as heaven, hell, purgatory, the particular judgement, and the final judgement. The lesson examines the relationship between the soul and body, and explores the nature of the resurrected body, noting that it will be recognizable but also transformed. It also stresses the importance of living a holy life to avoid eternal damnation and to prepare for entry into heaven.

    18 min

About Explore Your Faith

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This is a podcast Deep Dive series examining Fr. José Mario O. Mandía's "Explore Your Faith".