Description: This week, Dan and Melissa recognize prayer as a battle and give strategies to combat distractions and other forces that interfere with progress in prayer.
Topics/Questions covered in the show:
Why is prayer referred to as “a battle” in the Catechism of the Catholic Church? Distractions can be a serious setback for those seeking to advance in prayer. What types of distractions are the most detrimental? What are some strategies to help prevent or eliminate distractions?Resources:
Spiritualdirection.com - website EWTN Global Catholic Radio Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue - online Into the Deep: Finding Peace Through Prayer by Dan Burke Luke 15:11-32 - The Parable of the Prodigal Son (USCCB Bible link) Questions? Send an e-mail to Questions@myavila.com or call 818-646-7729. — please leave your name, location and question.