Almost Good Catholics
The Seven Deadly Sins (with Fr Chris Pietraszko)
Aug 24, 2023
Fr Chris Pietraszko, a priest with a deep understanding of sin and redemption, shares insights on the mechanism of sin, the relationship between deadly and venial sins, and the importance of understanding and approaching sins with curiosity and tenderness. He also explores strategies for discussing truth with non-believers and the impact of venial sins on our spiritual journey, while emphasizing the significance of humility, pursuit of truth, and joy.
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- Sin begins in the mind and is a result of willingly allowing ourselves to be manipulated and duped, missing what is ultimately good and aiming for what we are meant to aim for.
- Pride is the worst sin as it causes all other sins to exist, illustrating how sin spirals out of control, and understanding pride is essential to understanding other sins.
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The Nature of Sin and the Path towards Goodness
Father Chris Pietrashko discusses the nature of sin and the path towards goodness. He emphasizes that sin is a result of willingly allowing ourselves to be manipulated and duped, and it begins in the mind. He states that sin is missing what is ultimately good and aims for what we are meant to aim for. He also explains the importance of recognizing that we are moving towards the goodness of God's truth and the need to let go of falsehoods and false sanctuaries.
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