Pints With Aquinas Happiness, Sex, and The Spiritual Life (Christopher West) | Ep. 507
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Feb 6, 2025 
Christopher West, a renowned Catholic author and theologian, shares insights on happiness, sex, and intimacy through the lens of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body. He explores the significance of vulnerability and divine love, emphasizing how suffering can lead to spiritual joy. West discusses the importance of navigating natural family planning, the connection between Christ's love and marriage, and how our yearning for fulfillment ultimately points towards God. His engaging anecdotes and theological reflections encourage listeners to embrace their desires as part of a deeper spiritual journey.
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Yearning for the Infinite
- The human heart yearns for infinite joy, not finite pleasure.
- Drowsiness is numbness to this yearning, while awakeness is attentiveness and openness to God.
The Crucible of a Move
- Christopher West shares how a painful family move eventually led him to a deeper understanding of faith.
- He learned to thank his parents for the difficult experience, recognizing its role in his spiritual journey.
Naked to Follow the Naked Christ
- True vulnerability involves recognizing our dependence on a dependable God.
- Christ's nakedness on the cross demonstrates this total dependence and trust.
