Battle Ready with Father Dan Reehil Battle Ready a Radio Maria Production - Episode 01-15-26 - Presumption
Jan 15, 2026
Fr. Dan dives into the dangers of presumption versus true faith, using the story of Israel's military defeat as a backdrop. He emphasizes the importance of reverence for sacred objects and warns against treating them as magic. The discussion contrasts the role of the Ark with the Eucharist, urging confession and humility. Listeners learn about the consequences of sacrilege and the pitfalls of equating worldly success with divine favor. Fr. Dan encourages a humble approach to God, drawing inspiration from Our Lady's example.
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Sacred Sign Vs. Magical Talisman
- The Israelites treated the Ark as a magical talisman rather than a call to repentance.
- Father Dan Reehil warns that confusing sacred signs with guaranteed protection leads to spiritual collapse.
Confess Before Receiving Communion
- Do not receive the Eucharist with mortal sin on your soul; go to confession first.
- Father Dan Reehil urges confession or receiving a blessing instead of unworthy communion.
Eucharist Demands Reverence
- The Eucharist is a deeper, living presence than the Ark and demands reverence.
- Father Dan Reehil stresses that closeness to God doesn't justify casual or irreverent behavior.
