Godsplaining What Can Demons Do?
Oct 3, 2024
Delve into the intriguing world of demons and their influence in our lives. Discover how these spiritual entities distract us from salvation, akin to a baseball game diverting focus. Explore insights from Saint Thomas Aquinas on resisting manipulation while emphasizing the importance of faith and God's providence. Learn about spiritual oppression and the protective power of sacraments. Plus, there's light-hearted banter on personal grooming and sensible lifestyle choices, all wrapped in a thought-provoking discussion!
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Demons' Physical Influence
- Demons can manipulate physical elements, causing phenomena like levitation.
- They influence bodies without needing one, primarily affecting our senses.
Emotional and Psychological Influence
- Demons tempt by suggesting images and manipulating emotions linked to the body.
- They observe our behavior to create tempting experiences, but they can't read our thoughts directly.
Spiritual Freedom
- Demons can't directly control our will or make us abandon our faith.
- We grant them access through choices like using Ouija boards.