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  <itunes:subtitle>Ever wonder if your spiritual practices are drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? In this episode, Tanner Kalina sheds light on the subtle dangers of scrupulosity—when devotion becomes obsession—and how it can create barriers between us and the Father’s love. We also journey through the transformative life of St. Augustine of Hippo, uncovering how his mother’s relentless prayers and God’s boundless grace guided him from restless searching to profound peace. Join us as we explore the powerful intersection of faith, grace, and the deep yearning for divine connection.</itunes:subtitle>
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In this episode, Tanner Kalina sheds light on the subtle dangers of scrupulosity—when devotion becomes obsession—and how it can create barriers between us and the Father’s love. We also journey through the transformative life of St. Augustine of Hippo, uncovering how his mother’s relentless prayers and God’s boundless grace guided him from restless searching to profound peace. Join us as we explore the powerful intersection of faith, grace, and the deep yearning for divine connection.
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    <![CDATA[<p>Ever wonder if your spiritual practices are drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? </p>

<p>In this episode, Tanner Kalina sheds light on the subtle dangers of scrupulosity—when devotion becomes obsession—and how it can create barriers between us and the Father’s love. We also journey through the transformative life of St. Augustine of Hippo, uncovering how his mother’s relentless prayers and God’s boundless grace guided him from restless searching to profound peace. Join us as we explore the powerful intersection of faith, grace, and the deep yearning for divine connection.</p>

<p>Follow along at avemariapress.com or subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.  </p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Get 20% OFF Your Next Order at Ave Maria Press!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/">Get 20% OFF Your Next Order at Ave Maria Press!</a> &mdash; Use code SPOTLIGHT when ordering at avemariapress.com</li><li><a title="Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/avemariapress/">Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram</a></li><li><a title="Tanner&#39;s Litany of Scrupulosity" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C--vFmSvCEm/?igsh=MXJ3Z3ppYWhpb2E2eQ%3D%3D">Tanner's Litany of Scrupulosity</a></li><li><a title="Follow Oscar Rivera on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/oscartwoten/">Follow Oscar Rivera on Instagram</a></li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Ever wonder if your spiritual practices are drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? </p>

<p>In this episode, Tanner Kalina sheds light on the subtle dangers of scrupulosity—when devotion becomes obsession—and how it can create barriers between us and the Father’s love. We also journey through the transformative life of St. Augustine of Hippo, uncovering how his mother’s relentless prayers and God’s boundless grace guided him from restless searching to profound peace. Join us as we explore the powerful intersection of faith, grace, and the deep yearning for divine connection.</p>

<p>Follow along at avemariapress.com or subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.  </p>

<p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p>

<p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>)</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Get 20% OFF Your Next Order at Ave Maria Press!" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.avemariapress.com/">Get 20% OFF Your Next Order at Ave Maria Press!</a> &mdash; Use code SPOTLIGHT when ordering at avemariapress.com</li><li><a title="Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/avemariapress/">Follow Ave Maria Press on Instagram</a></li><li><a title="Tanner&#39;s Litany of Scrupulosity" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C--vFmSvCEm/?igsh=MXJ3Z3ppYWhpb2E2eQ%3D%3D">Tanner's Litany of Scrupulosity</a></li><li><a title="Follow Oscar Rivera on Instagram" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/oscartwoten/">Follow Oscar Rivera on Instagram</a></li></ul>]]>
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