Episode

Day 22: Wrestling with Faith
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17:26
Published: Sun Jan 22 2023
Description

In our Catechism readings today, Fr. Mike reflects on the motives of credibility for believing in God. We learn that God offers us signs and proofs that show us that he truly is who he says he is. Fr. Mike also clarifies the difference between doubting the Faith and struggling with it. He assures us that wrestling with faith is a normal human experience. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 156-162. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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Faith
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The podcast discusses the importance of faith and perseverance in order to have faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and to have his life. It also touches on how faith is sometimes helped by evidence, signs and proofs.

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Day 22: Wrestling with Faith
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The Catholic idea of the compatibility of faith and reason asserts that both can work together to provide a deeper understanding of reality's mysteries without conflicting with one another.
04:17 - 13:35 (09:17)
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Faith and Science
Summary

The Catholic idea of the compatibility of faith and reason asserts that both can work together to provide a deeper understanding of reality's mysteries without conflicting with one another. This concept emphasizes that scientific research conducted with moral considerations can never contradict faith since both derive from the same God.

Episode
Day 22: Wrestling with Faith
Podcast
The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
The dichotomy between faith and science is false, as good science and good faith do not contradict each other.
13:35 - 17:20 (03:45)
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Faith
Summary

The dichotomy between faith and science is false, as good science and good faith do not contradict each other. It is important to hold on to faith and walk in love and hope to please God and attain fellowship with his sons.

Episode
Day 22: Wrestling with Faith
Podcast
The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)