All Things Catholic with Dr. Edward Sri

St. Thérèse and the Power of Surrender



October 1st, 2019  •  23 mins 13 secs  •  Download (31.9 MB)  •  Link with Timestamp

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When we fall short, it’s easy to despair and berate ourselves for our failings. We’re tempted to turn our focus inward, and that’s exactly where the enemy wants us. Using the theology of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Dr. Sri explains how this is the opposite of what God wants us to do. When we fail, instead of navel-gazing, we can recognize our littleness and let the Lord into our hearts by surrendering our shortcomings to him.