This fourth episode touches on the need for courage in the Christian life.
In this four-part series, Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Christopher O. Blum sit down to discuss St. Francis de Sales, his best known work The Introduction to the Devout Life, and the character of a christian revealed through his life's witness and writings. We hope you enjoy this new series o ... Show More
Dec 2022
Day 43: Conclusion: How Do I Go Forth? (Introduction to the Devout Life)
We have arrived at the final episode! In these last chapters, St. Francis de Sales reminds us to be practical in our resolutions, not to be deterred in seeking the Devout Life, and finally, to be bold in our pursuit of Christ. Fr. Gregory and Fr. Jacob-Bertrand highlight that to ... Show More
22m 43s
Dec 2024
Introduction to the Devout Life: The Difference Between True and False Friendship
Selections for thought and contemplation from the spiritual classic, The Introduction to the Devout Life, written by St. Francis de Sales, a Doctor of the Church. You can listen to this series and other great Catholic content at Formed.org.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of Formed ... Show More
4m 13s
Nov 2022
Day 11: The Source and Summit (Introduction to the Devout Life)
In this second part of Introduction to the Devout Life, St. Francis de Sales has been sharing about two of the tools that will help us grow in the Devout Life: prayer and the sacraments. In this episode, we will begin to look at the sacraments, especially the Eucharist. To get yo ... Show More
28m 34s