The Secret to Dying Well – 2

08/28/2024
|By Fr. Steven Schmieder, EP

Summary of the Course

 

In order to be able to climb a mountain, I have to set goals for myself. “I intend to reach such and such a peak.” Now, in every good climb, there are some very steep parts of the mountain that are dangerous where there is little to grab on to.  So, mountain climbers first drive some special iron spikes into the rock face — pegs that can bear their weight, either as footholds, or as rope-holds or handles… They hammer these climbing pegs or pins into the rock fissures as they go, and this makes their ascent possible. 

 

How can we apply this in spiritual life? In this video series, you will discover the method of real planning and monitoring of your lives in conformity with the will of God and keeping His Commandments. You will learn to make resolutions in making changes in certain parts of your lives that need correction. You will come to understand the importance of conforming yourselves to the will of God and how true love generates good deeds and self-giving.

 

We will all die one day. Always remember to ask yourself: “If I were to die today, what would my eternal destiny be?” Think about it, and I guarantee you that you’ll climb faster and higher in your spiritual life.

Fr. Steven Schmieder, EP Fr. Steven Schmieder, EP

Father Steven Frederick Schmieder is a Catholic priest and member of the Clerical Society of Apostolic Life, Virgo Flos Carmeli. Currently, he is a Professor of Canon Law at the International House of Studies of Virgo Flos Carmeli at the São Tomás de Aquino Theological Institute. Over the many years that he has been serving the Church, he has preached a number of Retreats and helped numerous people in their spiritual lives. Over the many years that he has been serving the Church, he has preached a number of Retreats and helped numerous people in their spiritual lives.

Course Lessons

SDW2 01
Lesson 1 – My resolutions

How can we make good resolutions and gear them toward the sanctification of our souls? Just like practical resolutions, spiritual resolutions…
SDW2 02
Lesson 2 – Conformity with God’s will

Our primary conviction should be: God knows what to do. Therefore, we must conform ourselves to His will, in all matters, and trustingly accept setbacks and trials…
SDW2 03
Lesson 3 – The Cross and love

What role do pain and love play in our life? What is the difference between natural love and charity?…

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