Could the Litany of Humility change your spiritual life? 🤔
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan Scheel and Ryan DellaCrosse explore and pray the Litany of Humility. This is why it may be the hardest prayer to say and how to actually MEAN it when you say it!
1. Combat the Root of All Sin
Pride is often considered the root of all sin, and the Litany of Humility is a powerful tool to combat it. Scheel explains “humility is the virtue that is the antidote to pride, and pride is the initial sin that made the angels fall.” By praying this litany, he says we actively work against inclination toward pride, letting us instead grow closer to God.
2. Emulate Jesus’ Perfect Humility
Jesus is the ultimate example of humility. Scheel highlights that “Christ emptied himself and took on flesh for our sake and for our salvation. There’s never been a more humble act than as the Creator to take on the form of a baby completely, helpless against the elements.” By praying the Litany of Humility we try to live as Jesus did, embracing humility in all things.
3. Draw Closer to God With Each Petition
Praying each petition in the Litany of Humility helps detach us from worldly desires and fears, bringing us closer to God’s heart. Dellacrosse says “the Catechism says humility is the foundation of prayer, and it’s basically the utter dependence on God.” With each petition, we open ourselves to God’s grace and growing our relationship with Him.
The guys say that sincerely praying the Litany of Humility is one of the best things you can do as a Catholic!
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“O Jesus, meek and humble of heart, hear me.” 🙏
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