The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 348: The Battle of Prayer (2025)
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Dec 14, 2025 Fr. Mike delves into the concept of prayer as both a gift and a struggle, emphasizing that it’s a battleground for the soul. He confronts misconceptions, highlighting how distractions and worldly mindsets can undermine our connection with God. The discussion encourages humility, trust, and perseverance while addressing common challenges like dryness and disappointment in prayer. Practical tips are offered to help listeners navigate these hurdles, reinforcing the importance of returning to God amidst life's chaos.
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Prayer Is Gift And Effort
- Prayer is both a gift of grace and a determined response that requires effort.
- Fr. Mike Schmitz says difficulty in prayer is normal and often consoling, not a sign of failure.
Prayer As Spiritual Battle
- Prayer is a battle against ourselves and the tempter who seeks to pull us from union with God.
- Our interior attachments and the devil’s wiles work together to deter habitual prayer and union with God.
Living And Praying Are One
- 'We pray as we live because we live as we pray' links moral life and prayer inseparably.
- Fr. Mike warns you cannot habitually pray in Christ’s name while habitually refusing to act in the Spirit.
