058 - Consolation & Desolation | Pt. 2: Discernment, Dryness, and the Voice of God

In Part II of our Ignatian discernment series, we go deeper into the realities of consolation and desolation, drawing from the Catechism, the Ignatian spiritual exercises, and the lived experience of the spiritual life. In this episode, we explore why God sometimes permits spiritual dryness, how silence can actually deepen faith, and why feelings, good or bad, are not reliable measures of God’s presence or love. We also talk about the danger of chasing “signs” instead of the Sign Himself, why Christian prayer is not about seeking a void or nothingness, and how to empty our minds of distractions without emptying ourselves of God. Finally, we address a crucial but often overlooked truth: faith is not meant to be walked alone. If you’re experiencing confusion, chaos, or spiritual heaviness, seeking a trained spiritual director can be an essential step toward clarity and freedom. If you’ve ever wondered whether God was still near during seasons of silence; this episode is for you.