You can’t skip repentance… and still expect joy.

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of acknowledging brokenness for experiencing true joy in one's spiritual life.

Learn why acknowledging brokenness is essential to experiencing real joy and purpose in your spiritual life. Every night, join Father Joseph Matlak as he ends the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Matlak guides you in prayer and shares a brief reflection and a thorough examination of conscience providing you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Join us each day in your inbox https://www.goodcatholic.com/nightprayer ______...

People in this episode

Host: Father Joseph Matlak

Topics covered

• repentance
• joy
• spiritual life
• brokenness
• prayer
• reflection

Keywords

• repentance
• joy
• spirituality
• prayer
• reflection
• examination of conscience
• brokenness

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