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Spiritual warfare is real — but it’s often misunderstood. In this episode of A Reason for Hope, Alanis and Matt delve into what spiritual warfare truly entails in everyday Catholic life. From anxiety and distraction to temptation, fear, and isolation, this conversation sheds light on how the enemy works subtly — and how Christ has already given us everything we need to overcome. Together, we break down:<ul><li>The three types of spiritual warfare (oppression, obsession, possession)</li><li>Why Hollywood gets demons and exorcism wrong</li><li>How spiritual attacks often increase when you’re walking in God’s will</li><li>The connection between mental health, anxiety, and spiritual warfare</li><li>Why the devil thrives on distraction, isolation, and fear</li><li>The power of Scripture, fasting, order, silence, and the sacraments</li><li>Why community is one of the strongest weapons against the enemy</li><li>How hope, grace, and childlike dependence on God lead to victory</li></ul> This is not a fear-based conversation. It’s a Catholic, Christ-centered discussion rooted in Scripture, Church teaching, and lived experience — meant to bring clarity, peace, and hope. If you’ve ever wondered: <ul><li>Am I under spiritual attack?</li><li>Why do anxiety and temptation feel so intense?</li><li>How do I fight spiritual battles as a Catholic?</li></ul>— this episode is for you. 📿 “The battle belongs to the Lord.” Hope doesn’t disappoint. -Support our Sponsors-<a href="https://bit.ly/4pd2t9B" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Magnifier</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;An exciting new magazine to awaken wonder in children ages 7–12.<a href="https://bit.ly/44nYYUw" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Scapulars.com</a>&nbsp;- Divine protection in life and death with the most durable, comfortable scapulars ever made. -Support Our Mission-<a href="https://arrayofhope.org/donate" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Donate Here</a><a href="https://arrayofhope.org/events/" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Book an Event</a> -Follow Us On Social Media-Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://facebook.com/r4hpodcast" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">https://facebook.com/r4hpodcast</a>Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/r4hpodcast" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">https://instagram.com/r4hpodcast</a>YouTube:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtube.com/@R4HPodcast" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">https://youtube.com/@R4HPodcast</a>TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@r4hpodcast" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">&nbsp;https://www.tiktok.com/@r4hpodcast</a> ⏰Timecode⏰00:00 Introduction03:20 What is Spiritual Warfare?11:31 What are the devil's abilities?12:49 Common Tactics of the Devil20:09 The Power of Fasting21:51 Practical Tips from an Exorcist to Combat Spiritual Warfare27:37 What are the Devils Motives? 30:08 Why Fear is Sinful31:14 Importance of Community 36:08 Hope in the Darkness

How to Recognize Spiritual Warfare (And How to Combat It)

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