Chapter

The Mystery of Evil Beings
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12:43 - 17:16 (04:32)

The speaker reflects on the existence of evil beings in the dangerous world that we live in, both human and spiritual, and how divine providence can turn the presence of evil into something great.

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The refusal of God to force us to follow him stems from a place of love and justice, which also applies to the angels.
12:43 - 14:18 (01:34)
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Theology
Summary

The refusal of God to force us to follow him stems from a place of love and justice, which also applies to the angels. There is a healthy balance of fear and respect for the devil and a never-ending willingness of Jesus to win us back.

Chapter
The Mystery of Evil Beings
Episode
Day 55: The Fall of the Angels
Podcast
The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
This podcast episode highlights the concept of divine providence, which permits diabolical activity and fallen angels' influence in causing physical and spiritual injuries.
14:18 - 15:52 (01:34)
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divine providence
Summary

This podcast episode highlights the concept of divine providence, which permits diabolical activity and fallen angels' influence in causing physical and spiritual injuries.

Chapter
The Mystery of Evil Beings
Episode
Day 55: The Fall of the Angels
Podcast
The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
The existence and activity of diabolical entities may purify us and keep us humble, possibly strengthening and improving us in ways known only to God, and yet it does not limit His love or providence; therefore, we must resist the lies and murderous desires of such beings and lean into the love of God.
15:52 - 17:16 (01:24)
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Faith and Spirituality
Summary

The existence and activity of diabolical entities may purify us and keep us humble, possibly strengthening and improving us in ways known only to God, and yet it does not limit His love or providence; therefore, we must resist the lies and murderous desires of such beings and lean into the love of God.

Chapter
The Mystery of Evil Beings
Episode
Day 55: The Fall of the Angels
Podcast
The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)