One of the most well-known gifts that Saint Ignatius of Loyola left to the Church was the practice of the discernment of spirits. This practice was developed through his own practice of being aware of his surroundings and learning from his own experience.
Many years before Saint Ignatius, Jesus demonstrated the importance of discerning spirits. We see evidence of this in today's gospel passage. Some of the skeptics who witnessed his miraculous healings questioned his authenticity, posturing that it was by the power of ... the prince of demons that he drove out demons (Lk 11:15).
Knowing the truth of the situation, Jesus explained: Every kingdom divided against itself will be laid waste (Lk 11:17), therefore the truth of the situation was - and is - that it is by the finger of God that he did this good work. We can be confident in this truth, and we can share this good news with others too. Jesus has overcome the power of the prince of demons and has come to proclaim the kingdom of life and light. Let us share this good news with those we meet.
Have a great day.
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