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Biblical typology experts Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss Mary's significant role in Scripture, pointing out her portrayal as the Ark of the Covenant and her victory over evil. They highlight Mary's importance in salvation history and her powerful impact on the world.

Join Michael Gormley, a lay evangelist and podcaster, as he explores the profound nature of grace in Catholic teaching. He and his friend discuss St. Thomas Aquinas' insights and the communal aspect of grace among believers. They delve into the differences between sanctifying grace and actual grace, highlighting how divine support and human initiative work together. Gormley emphasizes that grace is essential for salvation, dispelling myths about earning it through good deeds, and shares personal anecdotes that illuminate this transformative concept.

Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss common heresies about Mary, her role in Catholic teaching, and how to respond to them. They emphasize the importance of bringing Mary into one's spiritual journey as a disciple of Jesus.

Relationship experts Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss the negative effects of cohabitation on relationships, emphasizing that couples who do not live together before marriage are more likely to have happy marriages. They also provide insights on how to talk with cohabitating couples and encourage them towards a different path. The podcast highlights the importance of small group discipleship, biblical perspectives on marriage, fidelity, and the role of marriage preparation in evangelizing the culture.