In this final episode of our 1 John series, Steve Wood unpacks the meaning of St. John’s words: “For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome” (1 John 5:3).
Too often, parents and catechists unintentionally weigh children down with extra rules, making faith feel like an impossible burden. Drawing on insights from Cardinal Christoph Schönborn and St. Thomas Aquinas, Steve explains why Christian living must flow from grace—not mere willpower or self-effort.
You’ll discover practical tools like the “Grace Burger” method for teaching morality, the power of memorizing Ephesians 2:8–10, and ways to avoid becoming a “Pharisee parent.” With cultural pressures rising and so many young Catholics leaving the faith, this episode offers both hope and concrete strategies for passing on a vibrant, grace-filled faith to the next generation.
You’ll Learn
- God’s commandments as grace-filled, not burdensome
- Parenting without overloading children spiritually
- The role of predestination and grace in our good works
- Practical application of Ephesians 2:8–10