Why would God allow us to receive moments of separation from Him? Join Rachel and Jason as they dive into rule 9 which gives reasons for desolation in our lives.

As we enter into the Easter season, Rachel and Jason continue tackling the Rules of Discernment. In the previous two episodes, the focus was on changes within desolation – usually resulting in action whether that be lack of or the initiative to take action. With these rules (7 and 8) we are given the tools … Continue reading "#14: Resisting Desolation with Thought Rules 7 & 8"

Jason and Rachel continue their study of the Discernment of Spirits, particularly desolation. In episode 12, they discussed what they should not do in desolation and now are able to discuss what one CAN do during desolation. There is still a fight to be won as opposed to passively waiting for the desolation to pass.

The groundwork has been laid for Consolation and Desolation! Now, the Bulmans dive deeper into Desolation. This is the rule that we should try our best to remember if we remember nothing else! What should we do during Desolation? What should we not do? Begin answering those questions with Episode 12 of the School of … Continue reading "#12: What Not to Do in Desolation Rule 5"

Now that consolation has been defined, it is impossible to move on without talking about desolation. Using the Rules of Discernment from St. Ignatius and the Discernment of Spirits from Fr. Timothy Gallagher, Rachel and Jason continue to dive into each Rule. Have you found yourself in spiritual desolation? Hear how the Bulmans struggle with … Continue reading "#11: Spiritual Desolation Rule 4"

Jason and Rachel continue to dive into the Rules of Discernment from St. Ignatius of Loyola, particularly rule number 3 which speaks of the movements of spiritual consolation. How beautiful our lives would be if we were predisposed to recognize the Lord present in our day to day lives, drawing us closer to himself.

St. Ignatius’ Rules of Discernment #2 describes the movements of the good spirit and the enemy in the heart of someone pursuing holiness. Rachel recalls a time when the enemy challenged her identity while she was pursuing holiness. She didn’t recognize the Rules at work during this time, but now is able to see how the enemy … Continue reading "#9: Discernment of Spirits Rule 2"

Continue on the journey of Discernment of Spirits with Jason and Rachel. In this episode, they explore some of the terms used throughout the rules particularly “Good Spirit” and “Enemy.” Then, they dive into Rule 1 showing that awareness of who you are now will show you how to gain understanding and to take action … Continue reading "#8: Discernment of Spirits Rule 1"

Continue on the journey of Discernment of Spirits with Jason and Rachel. In this episode, they explore some of the terms used throughout the rules particularly “Good Spirit” and “Enemy.” Then, they dive into Rule 1 showing that awareness of who you are now will show you how to gain understanding and to take action … Continue reading "#8: Discernment of Spirits Rule 1"

Jason and Rachel have a shared love for the Discernment of Spirits by Fr. Timothy Gallagher. Join them in a new series about Fr. Timothy’s book concerning the 14 Rules of Discernment from St. Ignatius of Loyola. In this episode, they discuss the three steps present in each Rule and how those steps are carried … Continue reading "#7: Intro to Discernment of Spirits"