Fasting, Accountability, and Clarity

Matt discusses communal fasting (Exodus 90) and St. Augustine on fasting purifying desire and clarifying the soul.

Play episode from 25:11

chevron_right

Transcript

chevron_right

Transcript

Episode notes

Spiritual warfare is real — but it’s often misunderstood.

In this episode of A Reason for Hope, Alanis and Matt delve into what spiritual warfare truly entails in everyday Catholic life. From anxiety and distraction to temptation, fear, and isolation, this conversation sheds light on how the enemy works subtly — and how Christ has already given us everything we need to overcome.

Together, we break down:

The three types of spiritual warfare (oppression, obsession, possession)
Why Hollywood gets demons and exorcism wrong
How spiritual attacks often increase when you’re walking in God’s will
The connection between mental health, anxiety, and spiritual warfare
Why the devil thrives on distraction, isolation, and fear
The power of Scripture, fasting, order, silence, and the sacraments
Why community is one of the strongest weapons against the enemy
How hope, grace, and childlike dependence on God lead to victory

This is not a fear-based conversation. It’s a Catholic, Christ-centered discussion rooted in Scripture, Church teaching, and lived experience — meant to bring clarity, peace, and hope.

If you’ve ever wondered: