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Fruits of the Holy Spirit - The Inner Life - May 21, 2026

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Father John Paul Erickson joins Patrick to discuss the Fruits of the Holy Spirit * (3:53) who is the Holy Spirit? * What are the fruits of the Spirit? (19:58) Break 1 * How are the fruits of the Spirit an antidote to the desires of the flesh? * (25:33) Why do none-Christians show signs of the fruits of the spirit? * How does Nature and grace build upon each in cultivating the fruits of the Spirit? * How does humility play a role in the fruits of the Spirit? * (36:59) Jackie - I'm in my mid-70's. in the late 60's we were confirmed. I really believed what they said the holy spirit was with you the whole time and that's what got me through life. (39:40) Break 2 * What fruit should I develop in order to overcome Obsessiveness or compulsiveness? * (43:52) what is the difference between the Gifts and he Fruits of the Spirit? * (45:47) Ann - Tension that exist between fruits of the spirit and family who struggles with dependencies. Can be difficult to maintain the fruits. would like some insight.

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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.