The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 6: Prayer is a Battle
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Jan 6, 2025 Discover how prayer is likened to a battle against distractions and temptations. Fr. Mark-Mary discusses the struggles many face in their prayer life, emphasizing the importance of grace and determination. He highlights the rosary as a powerful weapon to combat these challenges. The conversation draws parallels with historical struggles and illustrates how prayer deepens our connection with God. Engage in a brief prayer session including Our Father, Hail Marys, and a Glory Be to enhance your spiritual journey.
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Prayer as Battle
- Prayer is a battle against ourselves and the tempter.
- It requires effort and a determined response, not just a gift of grace.
Internal Battle of Prayer
- We're naturally drawn to the path of least resistance, making prayer a struggle.
- Choosing the path of prayer requires effort, sacrifice, and battling our inertia.
Spiritual Warfare and Prayer
- Our struggle with prayer isn't just human; it's a spiritual battle against the devil.
- He aims to sever our connection to God by keeping us from prayer, our supply line of grace.