Father Mike discusses how unwanted thoughts and temptations come and go, like a bear that intrudes upon your campsite and then leaves if you don’t bother it. Instead of trying to fight off things like anger and sexual thoughts, Father Mike suggests just staying calm and getting out of the way. The unwanted thoughts will leave eventually. Some say they’re the one to blame for inviting the temptation, but our reaction should be the same. You can pray and ask for help, or do what Father Mike suggests by just letting the temptation run its course and then it will eventually leave you alone.
When God Gives You Unexpected Crosses
Lent can feel empowering. You pick things to give up, choose prayers to commit to, and give of yourself through some sort of almsgiving. But, be honest: does it ever pan out the way you planned? This is a microcosm of our entire lives, isn't it? Deep down, we'd like...
