Introduction to Teresa of Avila and The Devil in the Castle

About this episode

The episode introduces a new series on spiritual warfare through the lens of St. Teresa of Avila's teachings.

We’re launching a new series on Dan’s book The Devil in the Castle , a practical guide to spiritual warfare through St. Teresa of Avila’s Interior Castle —with help from St. John of the Cross and St. Ignatius. We unpack authority (who can command what and when), why we defer to priests, how prayer + reflection mark true discipleship, and why “deliverance ministry” needs guardrails. What you’ll learn Why Teresa’s “castle” map matters for everyday Catholics How the enemy’s tactics change as you advance toward union with God Realms of authority: family, spouses, clergy—where boldness is wise and where it’s reckless Why prayer & reflection are the two turning keys into authentic discipleship A sober, non-sensational approach to spiritual warfare that avoids common abuses

People in this episode

Hosts: Dan Burke, Jordan Burke

Topics covered

• spiritual warfare
• St. Teresa of Avila
• prayer and reflection
• authority in the church
• deliverance ministry
• discipleship

Keywords

• spiritual warfare
• Teresa of Avila
• Interior Castle
• prayer
• reflection
• discipleship
• authority
• deliverance ministry

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