In this episode of the Art of Catholic podcast, Matthew Leonard and author and professor Dr. Daniel Keating explore the astonishing Catholic doctrine of Deification.
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The conversation explores what Deification really means, and addresses questions such as:
- How can we possibly become "gods"?
- Is Deification in the Bible or Catechism?
- What the Saints say about Deification
- How Martin Luther & John Calvin believed in Deification
- Does Deification blur the lines between God and man?
- What are the major misunderstandings surrounding Deification?
However you imagine heaven to be, this podcast will open your eyes to an even deeper understanding of God's breath-taking love, and leave you awe-struck at all that he has in store for us.
Chapters:
00:00 Understanding Deification: An Introduction
02:50 The Doctrine of Deification Explained
05:38 The Mechanism of Deification
08:16 Scriptural Foundations of Deification
11:05 The Role of Sacraments in Deification
14:02 Deification in the Old Testament
16:52 Deification in the New Testament
19:47 The Relationship Between Deification and Suffering
22:33 Prayer and Deification
25:22 The Importance of Daily Prayer
28:03 The Role of Participation in Divine Nature
30:58 Eastern vs. Western Perspectives on Deification
33:35 The Transformative Power of Prayer
36:21 Conclusion: Embracing Our Divine Destiny
