During a recent keynote address at La Salle University in Mexico City, the venerable Cardinal Robert Sarah highlighted the mounting ambiguity in religious teachings both within and outside the Church.
He emphasized the urgent need for steadfast faith in an era of escalating crises. Drawing from his deep reservoir of wisdom, Cardinal Sarah offered five essential strategies to counter this growing confusion.
Foremost, he championed the transformative power of the Word of God as a potent defense in spiritual battles. Citing the testing of Jesus in Matthew 4:1–11, he encouraged believers to deeply engage with Scripture as an effective guard against evil.
Cardinal Sarah then pivoted to the instrumental role of prayer. Using Pope Benedict’s poignant decade-long prayer journey as a model, he called for steadfast participation in the sacraments and an intensified commitment to thoughtful, reflective prayer.
The third strategy focused on introspection. The Cardinal voiced his concerns about the contradictory stance of humanity, which advocates for environmental preservation yet promotes controversial practices like abortion, euthanasia, and homosexuality.
Silence was his fourth counsel. He recommended adopting a quiet, reflective approach to draw closer to God, stating that in silence, worldly distractions fade, enabling us to form a deeper bond with the divine.
Finally, he stressed the significance of inner struggle in resisting spiritual threats. He expressed apprehension over the rise of transhumanist concepts that risk compromising our inherent human essence.
In an era of escalating uncertainty, Cardinal Robert Sarah’s profound guidance provides a beacon of light for the faithful. His wisdom not only offers hope but also equips us with spiritual strategies for these challenging times.
Let us remember to always engage with Scripture, deepen our prayer life, introspect regularly, embrace silence, and face our inner struggles head-on.
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