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13. Abandonment to Divine Providence: Active Abandonment and Union with God’s Will Jun 28, 2024

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Father Robert Nixon explores the practical aspects of surrendering to God's will. He begins with a prayer for faith and courage, highlighting the importance of both active and passive submission to God's directives. Emphasizing the diverse ways in which God communicates His will, Father Nixon illustrates how souls in perfect abandonment find fulfillment and union with God. He concludes by affirming the universal nature of surrender to divine will, underscoring its role in various spiritual paths.

Episode 13 covers Book 2, Chapter 2, Sections 3-5.

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The Commentaries is a podcast series from TAN in which you’ll learn how to read and understand history’s greatest Catholic works, from today’s greatest Catholic scholars. In every series of The Commentaries, your expert host will be your personal guide to not just read the book, but to live the book, shining the light of its eternal truths into the darkness of our modern trials and tribulations.

Fr. Robert Nixon is your guide for The Commentaries: Abandonment to Divine Providence. Abandonment to Divine Providence is an 18th-century classic that is the answer to modern doubts and anxieties. Author Fr. Jean-Pierre de Caussade offers the one sure solution to any spiritual difficulty: abandon yourself entirely to God by embracing the duties of your station in life. Join Fr. Robert on this 21-episode journey as he skillfully leads us through the timeless wisdom from the text with a perspective that provides helpful examples and countless ways to apply these lessons in our daily lives.

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12. Abandonment to Divine Providence: Duties in Abandonment, Its Pains and Consolations Jun 27, 2024

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Delve into the pivotal themes of duty, sacrifice, and the pains and consolations of abandonment. Father Robert Nixon emphasizes the necessity of surrendering entirely to God's will, even amidst challenges and emotional turmoil. He elucidates that while embracing divine providence may entail discomfort and confusion, it ultimately leads to the establishment of pure love within the soul, guiding one towards complete reliance on God alone. Through prayers and reflections, learn to embrace this transformative journey towards spiritual growth.

Episode 12 covers Book 2, Chapter 2, Sections 1 and 2.

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11. Abandonment to Divine Providence: Abandonment and Trust in God as Sanctity and Gift Jun 26, 2024

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Fr. Robert Nixon emphasizes that true sanctity stems from pure faith and constant trust in God, rather than extraordinary manifestations of holiness seen in saints' lives. Fr. Robert highlights the importance of complete submission to God's will, fulfilling one's duties, and viewing all life's roles as part of a divine vocation. Through this abandonment, one achieves peace and aligns with God's loving plan, experiencing the journey towards heaven with tranquility and joy.

Episode 11 covers Book 2, Chapter 1, Sections 5-8.

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10. Abandonment to Divine Providence: The Life of God in the Soul, Abandonment, and Joy Jun 25, 2024

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Fr. Robert Nixon delves deeper into the lives of those who have achieved complete abandonment to God's will. This state reflects a profound union of faith, hope, and charity, guiding souls by divine influence rather than personal plans or structures. Abandoning oneself to God's providence, even amidst life's uncertainties, leads to spiritual growth, joy, and the assurance of God's guidance toward eternal glory.

Episode 10 covers Book 2, Chapter 1, Sections 1-4.

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9. Abandonment to Divine Providence: Supernaturalization by Divine Action and the Divine Word Jun 24, 2024

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Fr. Robert Nixon explores how divine action can elevate the ordinary to the supernatural, urging abandonment to God's will as the path to profound sanctity. Father Nixon highlights the danger of distraction from personal spiritual growth by overly fixating on the experiences of saints or the allure of dramatic acts of faith. Instead, he advocates for finding God's grace in the mundane challenges of daily life and emphasizes the importance of being present to God's will in every moment.

Episode 9 covers Book 1, Chapter 2, Sections 11 and 12.

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8. Abandonment to Divine Providence: The Revelation of God’s Will Through the Present Moment Jun 21, 2024

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Fr. Robert Nixon emphasizes the sanctity of the present moment as a revelation of God's will. He encourages embracing the present as a source of divine grace, comparing it to a sacrament that guides us toward holiness. Nixon highlights the importance of living in perpetual abandonment to God's will, suggesting that true sanctity is found not in extraordinary acts but in faithfully accepting and responding to the divine will manifest in everyday life. He concludes by underscoring that recognizing and revering God's presence in every moment is key to spiritual growth.

Episode 8 covers Book 1, Chapter 2, Sections 9 and 10.

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7. Abandonment to Divine Providence: Divine Action, Divine Love, and the Present Moment Jun 20, 2024

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Fr. Robert Nixon highlights the importance of treating daily divine actions with reverence, likening them to the sacred treatment of Christ’s body. True understanding of God's will comes through experiential faith and surrender, rather than solely through intellectual means. Learn to recognize God’s presence in every event and to fully trust in His divine providence for spiritual growth and peace.

Episode 7 covers Book 1, Chapter 2, Sections 6-8.

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6. Abandonment to Divine Providence: God’s Will, Revelations, and Jesus’ Action in the Soul Jun 19, 2024

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Fr. Robert Nixon emphasizes the continuous, infinite, and accessible nature of God's will, which fulfills our deepest desires when perceived through faith. He stresses the importance of restraining the senses to uncover God's will in every moment, likening the revelation of God through daily events to the hidden mysteries of Holy Scripture. He concludes by highlighting the ongoing divine action in our lives, urging faithful surrender to God's mysterious plan for true spiritual happiness and peace.

Episode 6 covers Book 1, Chapter 2, Sections 3-5.

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5. Abandonment to Divine Providence: Divine Action Visible Through the Eyes of Faith Jun 18, 2024

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Fr. Robert Nixon discusses divine action as always present and active, though only visible through the eyes of faith. He relays how author Jean-Pierre de Caussade emphasizes that every moment, whether filled with joy or suffering, conceals God's providential work. By recognizing God's will in every aspect of life, individuals can achieve true peace and sanctification.

Episode 5 covers Book 1, Chapter 2, Sections 1 and 2.

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4. Abandonment to Divine Providence: Peace, Degrees of Excellence, and Sanctity Made Easy Jun 17, 2024

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Fr. Robert Nixon discusses how true peace is attained through total submission to God's will, emphasizing that each moment's duties and challenges, no matter how mundane, are pathways to sanctification. He explains the degrees of spiritual excellence, gauged by fidelity to God's order, and introduces "Sanctity Made Easy," highlighting that fulfilling daily responsibilities with acceptance and trust in divine providence is the simplest route to holiness. This approach promises peace and spiritual growth, aligning one's life with God's will.

Episode 4 covers Book 1, Chapter 1, Sections 7-9.

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