Difficulties In Mental Prayer - The Inner Life - September 9, 2026
The Inner Life
On today’s show, Fr. Eric Nielsen join to discuss difficulties in mental prayer. * What is Mental prayer? * Tim - My desire to sin sometimes feels stronger when I pray. Why would that be? * Ann - Is it selfish to ask for healing for yourself? * Break 1 * Henry - God seems remote to me. How can God hear me and my prayer? * Diane - Prayer is important and I love what you are saying. * Break 2 * Eddie - It is hard to have a relationship with God. Show Notes: Fr. Eric’s recommendations of books to foster mental prayer: The Gospel of Matthew Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales The Way by St. Josemaria Escriva In Conversation with God (7 book series): https://scepterpublishers.org/products/in-conversation-with-god-7-volume-set?_pos=1&_sid=be1a2b127&_ss=r
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The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith.