"The Discernment of Spirits - Setting Captives Free," an Interview with Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV

[@realitywinner7582]

Thank You both !!

[@l0I0I0I0]

In regards to the rules, when one is on a spiritual high, should they also not make a moderately big decision?

[@fiatcareercoaching]

Hi "A", that is a very good question. One thing we would need to clarify is if it is spiritual or nonspiritual consolation. Ignatius describes consolation as, "some interior movement in the soul is caused, through which the soul comes to be inflamed with love of its Creator and Lord; and when it can, in consequence, love no created thing on the face of the earth in itself, but in the Creator of them all." In other words, when we're drawn towards God and all of our being is drawn to Him. In regards to your question, I asked Fr. Gallagher about it and he explained that if it is spiritual consolation and it is powerful and strong, that it would not be the best time to make a prayerful and reflective discernment-Ignatius’s mode three. Gentle spiritual consolation can help this discernment. If it is very strong, however, we are unlikely to have the “tranquil” space that Ignatius sees as necessary for good third-mode discernment. It is better to accept the grace of the spiritual consolation gratefully, but wait until more calm has returned to undertake discernment. I know this was long, but I hope this helps!

[@l0I0I0I0]

@@fiatcareercoaching TY. I thought so but I'm a newb to this method for the most part. Glad there are experts out there!

[@fiatcareercoaching]

@@l0I0I0I0 You're welcome! Yes, Fr. Gallagher is a wealth of knowledge.

[@l0I0I0I0]

@@fiatcareercoaching Yes I've downloaded the discerning hearts app and downloaded, started listening to his discussions on discernment of spirits, already on episode 7. Loving it!

[@fiatcareercoaching]

@@l0I0I0I0 Wonderful! Enjoy.