ST. ANTHONY M. ZACCARIA AND LUKEWARMNESS
Fr. Giuseppe M. Cagni, CRSP
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction.
Part I:Theoretical Aspect - Why Lukewarmness Must Be Banished
1. The Cry of the Time
2. The Answer by the Saint
3. Union with Christ
4. The Doctrine of "Going Always Forward"
4.1 Distinction between Precepts and Counsels
4.1.a. Existence
4.1.b. Nature
4.1.c. Explanation.
4.1.d. Dangers in the Distinction
4.2. The Natural Instinct
4.2.a "Natural Instinct" or "Supernatural Instinct"
4.2.b. Qualities and Shortcomings of the Natural Instinct
4.3. The Honor of One’s Own Family
5. Conclusion: The Banishment Against Lukewarmness
Part II: Practical Aspect - How to Banish Lukewarmness
1. The Fight According to St. Anthony M. Zaccaria
2. The Fight and Its Stages Inside Us
2.1 Presuppositions
2.1.a Natural Presuppositions
2.1.b. Supernatural Presuppositions
3. Stages of the Work
3.1. Negative Stage
3.1.a Community Life
3.1.b. Personal Life
3.2. Positive Stage
3.2.a The Mind
3.2.b. The Heart
3.2.c. Giving Power
4. Conclusion
Endnotes
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