The Catholic Talk Show Overcoming Sin With Fr. Josh Johnson
Feb 10, 2025
Fr. Josh Johnson, a dynamic priest and author known for his insights on spirituality, joins the conversation to tackle overcoming sin. He discusses the seven deadly sins and how to identify personal struggles with them. Fr. Johnson emphasizes the essential role of prayer and community in transformative healing. He shares reflective practices and a practical 7-day challenge designed to help listeners combat habitual sins. With personal stories and biblical insights, he inspires a journey towards holiness and a deeper relationship with God.
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Holiness Means Abiding With Jesus
- Prayer and Scripture reveal imperfections in our hearts daily like a mirror.
- True holiness is abiding in communion with Jesus despite ongoing struggles with sin.
Pride Underlies All Sins
- Pride is the root of all sins, the desire to be self-sufficient instead of depending on God.
- Each deadly sin is a distorted expression of pride and separation from God’s will.
Confession Reveals Root Sins
- Father Josh shared a confession experience revealing how exhaustion and fear of missing out led to sin.
- This reflection uncovered how sloth manifested as overbusyness feeding into detraction.
