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Fr. Leo explores the Catholic Church’s teaching on temptation, sin, and addiction in this deeply practical and pastoral episode. He explains how temptation itself is not a sin, but a spiritual test—even experienced by Jesus, Job, and the saints—that can lead to growth in holiness when properly understood. Drawing from the Catechism and personal spiritual direction, Fr. Leo emphasizes the role of temperance and conscience in fighting sin, especially in the face of addiction, where moral culpability may be diminished. He encourages viewers not to be discouraged by temptation but to learn from it and lean into God’s grace. With relatable insights and real-life application, this episode offers hope, clarity, and strength for anyone in spiritual battle.

00:00 – Job’s Temptation and the Opening Message
01:29 – Temptation as a Sign of Holiness
02:27 – Catechism 2290: Temperance and Avoiding Excess
04:16 – Saints Who Faced Temptation
05:23 – Addiction and Moral Culpability
06:27 – Freedom from Sin, Not Temptation
07:53 – Discouragement: The Devil’s Tool
09:06 – Understanding the Source of Temptation
10:34 – Spiritual Practices for Overcoming Sin
12:19 – Fall, Get Up, and Try Again

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