The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Why Belief Alone Isn’t Enough

Mar 9, 2023

This podcast delves into the difference between intellectual belief and genuine faith in God. It challenges the notion of believing in God but not believing in prayer, emphasizing the importance of trust and obedience. The podcast explores the true purpose of prayer, debunking the misconception that it is solely for personal desires. It also highlights the value of asking God for what we need, comparing it to being a parent or leader and emphasizing God's desire to give good gifts.

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Quick takeaways

Belief in God involves more than intellectual ascent, it requires trust and action in alignment with His will.

Prayer is not about treating God like a genie, but about trusting Him as a loving Father and asking for what we need.

Deep dives

Belief in God vs Saving faith

Believing in God involves intellectual ascent that God exists or Jesus is God, but that's not saving faith. Saving faith goes deeper, touching the will and actions. It bridges intellectual belief to heart faith through trust in God. Trust is essential, as shown in Jesus' prayer where he entrusts himself to God, regardless of the outcome.

Introduction

2min

Understanding the True Purpose of Prayer

3min

The Value of Asking God for What We Need

2min

Have you ever heard someone state, " I believe in God, but I don't believe in prayer?" Is it logical to have an intellectual belief in the existence of God, but not trust in His providence and care?

Today, Fr. Mike challenges us to know God more than just knowing about God and to realize that belief alone is not enough. God is not some cosmic genie who doles out magic wishes but a loving Father who wants to meet us in the intimacy of prayer. Do you believe that?

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