Discernment: We are discussing how the Holy Spirit and evil spirit operate in our lives. The fruits of the Holy Spirit are opposite those that flow from decisions prompted by an evil spirit, that is, a spirit that tries to block us from carrying out the will of our Father, the will of God, our Creator and Sanctifier, our Redeemer and Lord. The Holy Spirit “strengthens, encourages, consoles, inspires, and gives inner peace to the person striving to follow the path of God” (Discernment of Spirits by Warren Sazama, SJ, National Religious Vocation Conference, Chicago, IL 60615, p. 15). The evil spirit, on the contrary, fills our being with despondency, frustration, and a discomfort. Sometimes we are aware of where the agitation is coming from, as God uses all of our feelings as messengers of His will. If we pay attention, going apart to reflect on our lives and get in touch with our deeper selves, we will come to realize when we are making choices contrary to what God is asking of us. God is always there to help us turn around and embrace His will with courage!
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