We cannot grow in freedom unless we grow in faith, Hope, and love — that’s the recipe for freedom. Faith, Hope, and love are the three theological virtues that connect us to God. As Christians, we believe in God, hope for everything from Him, and want to love Him with all our hearts and love our neighbors.
This episode is the third part of our series on Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacque Philippe, which talks about the key role of theological virtues in acquiring internal freedom with a particular focus on the importance of Hope. An invitation to freedom for those who feel defeated and those who might’ve lost a sense of Hope in the Lord.
Episode originally aired February 2023.
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