Overthrowing the Powers of Darkness

What’s the difference between a sacrament and a sacramental? How can we use the sacraments to fight evil? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain the incredible power of Baptism and Confession and how to use sacramentals to overthrow the powers of darkness. In this episode, they explore the history of the sacraments.

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Baptism is an absolute revolution in the life of the soul. You remove from it its current tyrannical leader, and you place it under the lordship of Jesus Christ, our merciful Savior.

Sacraments vs. Sacramentals

The sacraments are the seven ways that God communicates or restores his divine life, so we can fully cooperate with Christ. They are an outpouring of grace.

Sacramentals are things that participate in sacramental graces, such as the Bible, crucifixes, or miraculous medals. They are meant to stir up into flame the gift of faith and grace that the sacraments have already communicated.

The Sacraments

Baptism

Confirmation

Eucharist

Reconciliation

Marriage

Holy Orders

Anointing of the Sick

Bible References on Baptism

Romans 6:4

Romans 5:12

Ephesians 4-5

1 Peter 3:21

Why is Baptism important?

Baptism is a revolution in the soul that places it under the rule of Jesus Christ, overthrowing the powers of darkness. It is important to view baptism as a spiritual reality, not a cultural ritual. Baptism is a full renouncement of evil, and as such has an exorcistic quality.