Episode 196: The Single Most Important Thing to Live a Holy Life

In today’s episode, Dr. Greg and Fr. Louis Merosne dive into a powerful conversation on what it truly takes to live a holy life. They get real and vulnerable, peeling back layers on what it means to draw close to God—and what often holds us back.

Discussed in this episode:

• A new approach to the Being Human podcast;
• Bringing together psychological concepts with spiritual concepts through the lens of the liturgy;
• What the story of the Rich Young Man reveals about our relationship with God;
• How to identify what might be quietly holding you back from true holiness;
• Personal struggles Dr. Greg and Fr. Louis have faced on their spiritual journeys;
• The one thing that transforms faith from routine to radical;
• Why some well-intentioned habits may not bring us closer to God;
• The key challenge that every follower of Christ will face;
• Common misconceptions about holiness and spiritual growth;
• The essential thing needed to deepen your spiritual life and grow close to God;
• Applying the Gospel to real-life challenges and decisions;
• A fresh, vulnerable perspective on what it means to follow Christ authentically.

Resources mentioned or relevant: 

• Readings for October 13, 2024 (Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time);
• Story of the Rich Young Man from the Gospel of Mark (Mark 10:17-30);
• More on how to train our brains to live out Abandonment to Divine Providence;
• More on our call to stay close to the poor as an essential part of following Christ;
• Support the mission of Fr. Louis Merosne in Haiti;
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