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Saint Francis de Sales and the Character of a Christian: Devotion (Part 1 of 4)
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In this four-part series, Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Christopher O. Blum sit down to discuss St. Francis de Sales, his best known work "The Introduction to the Devout Life", and the character of a Christian. We hope you enjoy this new series on an incredible counter-reformation Saint and apply his wisdom to your life today.
This first episode introduces St. Francis de Sales, the times in which he lived, and looks at a fundamental virtue for the Christian life:obedience.
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