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Does Being Sad Make You a Bad Christian?
Fr. Gregory Pine and Fr. Joseph-Anthony discussed the relationship between sadness, holiness, and Christian joy in a recent episode of the Godsplaining podcast. Drawing on the wisdom of Saint Thomas Aquinas, the friars explained that experiencing sorrow, grief, or disappointment does not make a person a bad Christian.
The discussion addressed how to respond to various forms of sadness and offered spiritual insights for finding peace. The friars suggested using prayer, patience, friendship, and the presence of Christ to navigate difficult emotions.
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