Sed Contra: A Podcast of Catholic Theology Quodlibets 17 : How did St. Michael and Lucifer Duke it Out?
Nov 21, 2025
The hosts tackle intriguing theological questions, exploring the epic battle between St. Michael and Lucifer without physical forms. They dive into whether God has emotions, discussing divine impassibility and the consequences of sacrilege against the Eucharist. Insights into Christ's human sorrow and the relationship between God's immutable love and mercy are shared. They also unravel the complexities of angelic intellect and final choices, highlighting pride's role in Lucifer's rebellion. Expect a blend of deep theology and relatable anecdotes!
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Toddler Conspiring To Skip Preschool
- Matthew Dugandzic shares a bedtime anecdote where his two-year-old tried to conspire to skip preschool.
- The toddler said, 'How about I no go to class and you no go to class?' illustrating playful child reasoning.
How God’s Emotions Are Analogical
- God does not change emotionally, but Scripture speaks of divine feelings analogically to communicate God's relation to human good or evil.
- Christ's human nature can experience sadness without implying change in the divine nature.
Fruit Seller Who Trusted Customers
- Matthew Dugandzic tells of a Caribbean fruit-seller who trusted customers despite theft.
- The seller said thieves 'lose far more than they get,' illustrating a selfless perspective on loss.
