In this episode of Real Living, hosts Lavinia Spirito and Mary Lou Nemecek discuss the dangers of lukewarmness in faith, inspired by an article from Simply Catholic. The episode delves into the spiritual hazards of indifference and compares it to silent killers like hypertension. They reference the Book of Revelation and the Church of Laodicea to illustrate the grave consequences of lukewarm faith. The discussion extends to practical advice on maintaining a fervent faith life through communion, prayer, community, and spiritual reading, drawing examples from personal experiences and the Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Finally, the hosts promise to explore the concept of faith as an exciting adventure in their next episode.

Time Topic

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:43 Understanding Lukewarmness in Faith

01:29 The Wealth and Downfall of Laodicea

04:15 Symptoms and Consequences of Lukewarmness

06:34 Combating Spiritual Sloth

09:54 The Importance of Community and Vigilance

16:16 Finding Inspiration in Unexpected Places

18:25 Conclusion and Next Steps