Episode 2241: We live in a fallen world - Morning Episode

We live in a fallen world
Today, we will reflect on the words of St. Therese of Lisieux, John A. Kane, and the inspiring message from 1 John 3:2. These reflections will guide us in understanding the importance of love in our actions, the reality of living in a fallen world, and the hope we have as God's children. Join us as we explore these teachings from a traditional Catholic perspective and discover their relevance in our daily lives.

St. Therese of Lisieux
"You know well enough that Our Lord does not look so much at the greatness of our actions, nor even at their difficulty, but at the love with which we do them."
St. Therese of Lisieux, known as the "Little Flower," emphasized the importance of love in all our actions. Her "little way" teaches us that it is not the magnitude of our deeds that matters to God, but the love and intention behind them. From a traditional Catholic perspective, this reflects the core of Christian charity and humility.
In our daily lives, we are often caught up in the pursuit of grand achievements and recognition. However, St. Therese reminds us that even the smallest acts, when done with great love, are precious in the eyes of God. This perspective encourages us to approach our daily tasks and interactions with a heart full of love, offering them to God as a form of worship and service.

John A. Kane
"We live in a fallen world. We must therefore work out our destiny under the conditions created by sin. Did we but realize this truth, we would accept each of life’s trying changes in the same spirit in which we accept the penance from the confessor. Were we truly convinced that our hope of pardon, and consequently our salvation, depends upon repentance, we would willingly undergo all the sufferings of life’s warfare."
John A. Kane’s reflection on the fallen nature of our world speaks to the Catholic understanding of original sin and its consequences. Living in a world marred by sin means that suffering and trials are inevitable. However, these challenges are opportunities for spiritual growth and repentance.
Traditional Catholic teaching encourages us to accept life’s difficulties with the same spirit as we accept penance, recognizing them as means to purification and closer union with God. This mindset transforms our sufferings into redemptive acts, aligning us with Christ's own passion and offering us a pathway to holiness.

Scripture Reading: 1 John 3:2
"Beloved, we are God’s children now; what we shall be has not yet been revealed. We do know that when it is revealed we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is."
This verse from 1 John speaks to the profound hope and mystery of our Christian faith. As Catholics, we believe that through baptism, we are made children of God, sharing in His divine life. Yet, our ultimate destiny, the fullness of what we shall become, remains hidden until we see God face to face.
This promise of transformation and divine intimacy gives us hope amidst the trials of our earthly journey. It reassures us that despite our present struggles and imperfections, we are destined for eternal glory. This hope motivates us to live virtuously, striving to reflect Christ in our lives, knowing that our ultimate fulfillment lies in union with Him.
Conclusion:
As we conclude today’s episode, let us carry with us the wisdom of St. Therese of Lisieux, John A. Kane, and the powerful message from 1 John 3:2. We are reminded that our smallest actions, when done with love, are invaluable to God. We are called to embrace our sufferings as opportunities for growth and repentance. And we are assured of our glorious future as children of God, destined to be like Him.

Thank you for joining me and may these reflections inspire you to live each day with love, courage, and hope. Until next time, may God bless you and keep you in His grace. Go out and convert somebody.