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Today, we explore Summa Theologica, Question 33, Articles 3 and 4, where Thomas Aquinas discusses whether "Father" is properly a name of a divine person and whether it is first applied personally or essentially in God. Aquinas argues that "Father" is a personal name in the Trinity, distinguishing the First Person by relation to the Son. He further explains that the term "Father" is first understood personally before being applied to God as Creator. These theological distinctions shape our understanding of the divine persons and their relations.
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Today’s readings from Through the Church Fathers in a Year explore Augustine’s reflections in Confessions, Book V, Chapters I–II, where he recounts his journey away from Manichaeism, his time in Rome and Milan, and his first encounters with Ambrose. Augustine wrestles with God’s omnipresence, realizing that fleeing from Him is an illusion. We also engage with Summa Theologica, Part I, Question 33, Article 2, where Aquinas explains why "Father" is properly the name of a divine person, grounding it in the relational distinctions within the Trinity.
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In this episode, we read from Ignatius of Antioch’s Epistle to the Philadelphians, where he teaches the superiority of the Gospel and warns against those who reject the unity of Christ’s revelation. In Augustine’s Confessions, we reflect on his struggle with pride and his attempts to understand divine truth through his own reasoning rather than submission to God. Lastly, in Thomas Aquinas’s Summa Theologica (Part I, Question 31), we examine Aquinas’s explanation of the unity of the divine essence in relation to the plurality of Persons, highlighting how the Trinity remains both one and three without contradiction.
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In today’s readings, we continue with Ignatius of Antioch’s Epistle to the Philadelphians, where he exhorts the church to unity under the bishop and warns against false teachings, especially those that seek to separate Christ from the Old Testament. We then move to Augustine’s Confessions, where he reflects on his intellectual pursuits, the liberal arts, and his early misunderstandings of God’s nature. Finally, in Thomas Aquinas’s Summa Theologica (Part I, Question 33), we explore the notion of paternity within the Trinity, as Aquinas explains how “Father” signifies a real distinction within the divine Persons without dividing the essence.
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Today’s readings in Through the Church Fathers in a Year explore the struggle to understand God’s nature and the mystery of the Trinity. Augustine reflects on how his mind was clouded by physical images, preventing him from grasping the spiritual reality of God. He describes his past errors, his misguided attempts to explain good and evil, and the pride that kept him from true wisdom. Ignatius of Antioch, in his letter to the Romans, humbly asks for prayers for the Church in Syria and gives his final words of farewell, entrusting all things to Christ. Thomas Aquinas, in Summa Theologica, explains why the doctrine of the Trinity is beyond natural reason and must be revealed by God. These readings remind us of the limits of human reason and the necessity of divine truth.
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Today’s readings in Through the Church Fathers in a Year explore the themes of divine beauty, the allure of human praise, and the mystery of the Trinity. Augustine reflects on how love for created beauty draws the soul toward the divine, yet human admiration is often misguided. In his Confessions, he recounts his early fascination with worldly wisdom and the praise of men, contrasting it with the enduring truth of God. Thomas Aquinas, in Summa Theologica, examines the plurality of persons in God, showing how divine relations establish the distinction of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit while maintaining unity of essence. These readings challenge us to seek truth beyond fleeting admiration and to contemplate the nature of God’s triune being.
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Today's readings take us through the writings of Ignatius of Antioch, Augustine's Confessions, and Aquinas' Summa Theologica. We explore Ignatius’ exhortations to unity and steadfastness in faith, Augustine’s reflections on grief, love, and the search for true rest in God, and Aquinas’ theological insights on the nature of the Trinity. These texts offer profound wisdom on Christian doctrine, personal transformation, and the pursuit of truth. Join us as we journey through the richness of church history and theology.
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Today's readings take us through the writings of Ignatius of Antioch, Augustine's Confessions, and Aquinas' Summa Theologica. We explore Ignatius’ exhortations to unity and steadfastness in faith, Augustine’s reflections on grief, love, and the search for true rest in God, and Aquinas’ theological insights on the nature of the Trinity. These texts offer profound wisdom on Christian doctrine, personal transformation, and the pursuit of truth. Join us as we journey through the richness of church history and theology.
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Today's readings take us through the writings of Ignatius of Antioch, Augustine's Confessions, and Aquinas' Summa Theologica. We explore Ignatius’ exhortations to unity and steadfastness in faith, Augustine’s reflections on grief, love, and the search for true rest in God, and Aquinas’ theological insights on the nature of the Trinity. These texts offer profound wisdom on Christian doctrine, personal transformation, and the pursuit of truth. Join us as we journey through the richness of church history and theology.
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Today's readings take us through the writings of Ignatius of Antioch, Augustine's Confessions, and Aquinas' Summa Theologica. We explore Ignatius’ exhortations to unity and steadfastness in faith, Augustine’s reflections on grief, love, and the search for true rest in God, and Aquinas’ theological insights on the nature of the Trinity. These texts offer profound wisdom on Christian doctrine, personal transformation, and the pursuit of truth. Join us as we journey through the richness of church history and theology.
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Today's readings take us through the writings of Ignatius of Antioch, Augustine's Confessions, and Aquinas' Summa Theologica. We explore Ignatius’ exhortations to unity and steadfastness in faith, Augustine’s reflections on grief, love, and the search for true rest in God, and Aquinas’ theological insights on the nature of the Trinity. These texts offer profound wisdom on Christian doctrine, personal transformation, and the pursuit of truth. Join us as we journey through the richness of church history and theology.
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Today, we dive into the wisdom of the early Church with Ignatius of Antioch's "Epistle to the Magnesians," Augustine of Hippo's reflections on grief in "Confessions," and Thomas Aquinas's exploration of divine love in the "Summa Theologica." We'll explore themes of ecclesiastical order, the spiritual value of sorrow, and the nature of love in God.
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Through the Church Fathers in a Year
Today’s readings guide us through the wisdom of Ignatius of Antioch, the sorrowful reflections of Augustine of Hippo, and the theological insights of Thomas Aquinas. Ignatius exhorts his readers to humility and unity, reminding them that even the greatest figures in Scripture considered themselves unworthy before God. He calls the faithful to submit to their spiritual leaders, just as Christ submitted to the Father. Augustine shares his grief over the loss of a dear friend, describing how sorrow darkened his soul and left him searching for comfort that could only be found in God. Lastly, Aquinas explores the order of love, demonstrating why love for God must always be supreme and how love for others finds its true meaning when rooted in Him.
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Through Theology in a Year with C. Michael Patton
Charity is often seen as a simple act of kindness, but does love itself have an order? Thomas Aquinas argues that it does, explaining that love must be structured according to its highest principle—God. Meanwhile, Augustine of Hippo recounts his misguided devotion to astrology, exposing the dangers of trusting in fate over divine providence. These theological reflections challenge us to reconsider how we prioritize love, wisdom, and truth in our lives.
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Today’s readings explore themes of faithfulness, wisdom, and the transformative power of truth. Ignatius of Antioch exhorts believers to live in Christ, avoid false doctrines, and recognize Christianity’s fulfillment of Judaism. Augustine of Hippo recounts his stubborn devotion to astrology, resisting the wisdom of those who urged him to abandon it. Thomas Aquinas examines the order of charity, explaining why love must be structured with God as its highest principle. These writings call us to examine our hearts, reject falsehood, and pursue true knowledge in Christ.
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In today's readings from Through the Church Fathers in a Year, we begin Ignatius of Antioch’s Epistle to the Magnesians, where he exhorts the Church to honor their young bishop, remain steadfast in unity, and resist false teachings. Augustine’s Confessions recounts the moving story of his mother Monica’s persistence in prayer for his conversion and the prophetic assurance given to her by a bishop that "the son of these tears shall not perish." Aquinas’s Summa Theologica explores the nature of divine happiness, affirming that God’s beatitude is perfect, unchanging, and the source of all joy.
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Today’s readings from Through the Church Fathers in a Year include Ignatius of Antioch, The Epistle to the Ephesians (Chapters 19–21), Augustine’s Confessions (Book III, Chapter 11), and Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologica (Part I, Question 26).
Ignatius continues his exhortation on the mysteries of Christ, emphasizing the hidden nature of Mary’s virginity, Christ’s birth, and his death, which confounded worldly wisdom and overturned the powers of darkness. He encourages the Church to stand firm in unity, obedience, and faith.
Augustine recounts his mother Monica’s persistent tears and prayers for his conversion, culminating in a prophetic dream that reassured her that he would one day walk the path of faith. Her unwavering trust in God serves as a powerful testament to the power of intercession.
Aquinas explores whether beatitude exists in God, affirming that God is not merely happy but is happiness itself. Unlike creatures who attain happiness by acquiring what they lack, God possesses all perfection by his very nature and is the eternal source of all joy.
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In this episode of Through Theology in a Year, we dive into Thomas Aquinas’s exploration of God’s omnipotence in the Summa Theologica. Can God create a square circle? Can He make the past never have happened? Aquinas argues that true omnipotence does not include logical contradictions but rather extends to all things that are genuinely possible. Join us as we break down his reasoning and consider how this understanding shapes our theology and faith.
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In today’s episode of Through the Church Fathers in a Year, we begin our readings from The Epistle of Ignatius to the Ephesians. Ignatius of Antioch, writing as a prisoner on his way to martyrdom in Rome, urges the Ephesian Christians to remain steadfast in unity, obedience, and faithfulness to Christ. His exhortations focus on honoring church leadership, resisting false teachers, and living in the harmony of the Gospel. We also explore Augustine’s reflections on divine justice and human judgment, where he contrasts God’s perfect will with the shifting morality of human societies. Finally, we continue our study of Summa Theologica, examining Aquinas' theological insights into divine love and predestination.
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In today’s episode, we begin our readings from Ignatius of Antioch, one of the most significant early Church leaders. As the bishop of Antioch and a disciple of the Apostle John, Ignatius wrote seven letters while on his journey to martyrdom in Rome, urging the churches to maintain unity, obey their bishops, and stand firm against heresy. His writings emphasize the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist, the importance of church hierarchy, and the necessity of steadfast faith.
We also explore lesser-known aspects of Ignatius, including his relationship with Polycarp and his insistence that no one should try to prevent his martyrdom. His boldness and unwavering commitment to Christ continue to inspire believers today.
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