Why is prayer so difficult—even when we know it’s important? In this episode of Practicing Catholic, Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Heffelfinger dive into the struggles we all face in prayer: distraction, busyness, pride, and dryness. Drawing from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the wisdom of the saints, and personal experience, they explore why prayer often feels like a battle and how humility, trust, and perseverance help us grow in friendship with God.
They also tackle common questions:
o Why do we lose focus in prayer?
o Do we have to pray the Rosary to be a “good Catholic”?
o How do we choose between different devotions?
o What should we do in times of spiritual dryness?
If you’ve ever wondered “Why am I so bad at prayer?” this conversation is for you.
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