In this episode of The Devil is in the Details, Jordan and Dan Burke react to a video raising a serious question: Should Catholics ever receive spiritual direction from someone who isn’t Catholic?With honesty and charity, they unpack the theological and practical problems with this scenario—covering sacramental life, moral theology, Church teaching, and the dangers of syncretism. Along the way, they explore how true spiritual direction is meant to work, why it requires a shared foundation in the Catholic faith, and the risks of ignoring that reality.This conversation is both a cautionary tale and a call to charity—urging Catholics to lead others to the fullness of the truth in Christ and His Church.Resources Mentioned: •Spiritual Direction School: AvilaInstitute.org •Find a Faithful Catholic Spiritual Director: SeekDirection.app •Book: Navigating the Interior Life by Dan Burke

What do you do when evil stands between you and the chapel? In this raw and practical episode, Dan and Jordan unpack Rule 12 from St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Discernment of Spirits—a hard-hitting rule about spiritual warfare, temptation, and the tactics of the enemy. They explore real-life stories involving demonic presence, a dog named Max, mountain lions, and the fight against habitual sin.

You’ll learn:

• Why the enemy is like an aggressive dog

• How delay makes desolation worse

• The role of music, noise, and distractions in spiritual warfare

• What “fast and fierce” resistance really looks like in the battle against sin

This is a no-fluff, boots-on-the-ground conversation for anyone serious about becoming spiritually dangerous.

God humbles us in consolation so we can fight better in desolation. Rule 11 of St. Ignatius’ Discernment of Spirits teaches how humility protects us from pride—and prepares us for battle.

Timestamp Summary:

00:00 Opening

00:36 Understanding Rule 11: Humility in Consolation and Desolation

01:06 Practical Applications of Humility

03:18 Personal Experiences and Reflections

06:08 Strategies for Overcoming Desolation

12:19 Balancing Rest and Effort

22:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Topics