Spiritual Warfare Advice from the Saints
Spiritual warrior, stigmatist and saint of the 20th century, Padre Pio taught us to pray with confidence, humility and trust, especially in the face of trials.
A Suffering Saint
St. Padre Pio was no stranger to suffering, and bore the wounds of Christ on his hands, feet and side for fifty years. He courageously took up his cross, confident in the power of Christ and prayers of Our Lady, remaining faithful to the end. We all face suffering, temptation and adversity in life, but where do we turn for strength in these trials?
Padre Pio Power
Do you try to fight alone? Do you rely on human strength? Or do you call on the power of God, who promises “my grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Cor. 12:9)
Get God-Strong Like St. Padre Pio
St. Padre Pio relied on God’s strength, especially in the face of trials. From the wise words of St. Padre Pio, here are four ways to strengthen your spiritual life so you are ready to battle the world, the flesh and the devil with God’s strength, and win:
- "Love the Madonna and pray the rosary, for her Rosary is the weapon against the evils of the world today. The Rosary is the prayer of those who triumph over everything and everyone."
Do you pray a daily rosary?
- "If God lets you walk on the storm waters of adversity, do not doubt, do not be afraid. God is with you; have courage, and you will be delivered."
How is God calling you to grow through adversity?
- "Fortify yourself with prayer, humility, and unlimited trust in divine help."
How is your prayer life? Do you trust God to provide the strength and help you need?
- "In the hour of battle, let us remember Jesus who is with us, and who suffers with us and for us. Let us remember Jesus fighting for us and with us. Let us ask him, and we will always obtain relief."
Do you ask God to fight with you and for you in your hour of need?
Throughout his life, St. Padre Pio prepared for spiritual warfare by opening himself to God’s strength and grace, especially through prayer and the sacraments. The rosary was his constant companion, a weapon he took up often for protection in spiritual battle.
The Limited Edition Padre Pio Combat Rosary is a powerful reminder that Christ fights with you and for you, especially in the midst of adversity. Pray full of hope, remembering St. Padre Pio’s wise words that “in times of darkness, holding the rosary is like holding our Blessed Mother’s Hand.”
St. Padre Pio, pray for us!
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