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Embark on a journey into the heart of spiritual doctrine with Father Stephen Sanchez, a Discalced Carmelite Priest, as we confront the truths about Satan, the reality of angels, and their pivotal place in Catholic Christian faith. As we explore these profound teachings, you're promised an awakening to the deeper layers of our creed. By acknowledging the existence of spiritual beings, we not only adhere to the scriptures but also preserve the integrity of our beliefs, encompassing God, heaven, and the soul.

In a compelling narrative that mirrors the dramatic fall of Anakin Skywalker, we dissect the origins of Satan, his role as both accuser and tempter, and the intricacies of good and evil in theological discourse. Father Sanchez guides us through the theological landscape, where we examine the misuse of free will that spurred the rebellion of angels, leading to the concept of evil as a finite choice, rather than an absolute force. This episode is an invitation to understand the profound implications of pride, free will, and the power of God's love even for the fallen, an exploration that promises to enlighten and challenge the faithful and curious alike.

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Have you ever pondered what it means to stand before the God at life's end? Join us as we explore this mystery with Father Stephen Sanchez, a Discalced Carmelite priest, whose insights into the Catholic tradition's views on the afterlife and final judgment are nothing short of illuminating. We scrutinize the intimate moment of personal judgment, where the sum of our earthly lives is unveiled before God's eyes. Delving into the depths of Matthew's sheep and goats parable, we reveal how our choices resonate into eternity. Lent's culmination in Easter is cast in a new light as we discuss the 'transitus'—our soul's passage from death to eternal life with God, and the profound contrast between the fates of the redeemed and the condemned.

Embrace a transformative journey through the lens of eschatology, as we discuss the anticipation of encountering Christ in His full glory. Our conversation turns to the mystical communion awaiting believers, drawing upon the wisdom of Colossians 3 and Lumen Gentium to unwrap the sublime union between Christ and His Church. The communion of saints emerges as a transcendent bond uniting us in spirit and love, as we navigate through the Church's earthly mission. As our epoch edges closer to its ultimate renewal, we examine the present sanctity of the Church and the Holy Spirit's guiding presence in leading us toward the heavenly kingdom's promise. This episode is a profound reflection on our existence's final chapters and the anticipation of the life to come.

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