The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 25: Summary of Faith (2025)
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Jan 25, 2025 Explore the essential role of faith as both a personal and communal commitment to God. Discover how faith, a supernatural gift, is shaped by the Holy Spirit and the Church. Delve into the depth of faith as a serious trust in God's self-revelation rather than just an emotional response. Understand the Church's vital role in guiding believers on their journey to salvation, encouraging the embrace of doubts and fostering a community. The call to prayer and reflection invites a deeper exploration of faith amidst uncertainty.
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The Source of Belief
- True faith involves trusting in God, not just individual doctrines.
- We believe specific teachings because we trust the source, not vice-versa.
Catholic Belief
- Catholics believe all Church teachings because they trust God, the ultimate revealer.
- This contrasts with selectively choosing beliefs based on personal preference.
Hesitation Towards Full Belief
- A man considering Catholicism admitted he had never fully believed everything about anything.
- This highlights the challenge of complete trust in a set of beliefs.