July 15, 2010 - Catechism 391-395

We saw in the story of Joseph how God can work through the evil done by others. Satan is powerful, but our retreat last weekend we talked about different ways to battle back. One of the most powerful ways and one that we do not take advantage of enough is calling out to the Lord, OUT LOUD. Whether we are shy or embarrassed, calling out to the Lord is a strong defense against Evil. Although praying inside your own mind has power and grace that come from it, praying out loud is more powerful. You never see Jesus expelling demons by thinking to Himself that they should leave. He calls to them out loud to be gone. Next time you are struggling with something or feel tempted by any wrongful desire, try calling to the Lord OUT LOUD.