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Feb. 9, 2025

Sanctifying Saints - St. Cyril of Alexandria—The Defender of Truth

Sanctifying Saints - St. Cyril of Alexandria—The Defender of Truth

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Brothers, we live in an age of confusion. The world twists truth, waters down faith, and even distorts who Christ is. But this is nothing new. The Church has faced heresies before—falsehoods that threatened to shake the very foundation of Christianity. And one man, St. Cyril of Alexandria, refused to let the lies stand.

In this episode, we dive deep into the life of a fearless defender of the faith. Cyril crushed one of the most dangerous heresies in history—the Nestorian heresy—which denied Mary as the Mother of God and distorted the truth about Christ’s divinity. His battle for truth is just as relevant today as it was in 431 AD.

You will learn:
 🔥 Why courage in defending the faith is non-negotiable for Catholic men.
 🔥 What happens when we compromise on truth—and why Cyril never did.
 🔥 How you, as a husband, father, and leader, can follow Cyril’s example to protect your home from spiritual corruption.

Defending truth comes at a cost. Cyril was exiled, slandered, and relentlessly attacked. But he never wavered. Are you willing to do the same when your workplace, community, or even your own family pressures you to back down? If we are not ready to fight for truth, we will lose it.

Powerful Quotes from This Episode

  1. “If we are not ready to fight for truth, what are we willing to fight for?”
  2. “Men, we are the first line of defense in our homes. Let’s act like it.”
  3. “Cyril did not shrink back when the faith was under attack. Neither can we.”

One Key Takeaway for Men

➡️ Be the warrior of truth in your home. St. Cyril defended Christ’s divinity with everything he had. Today, the battle may look different, but it’s just as real. Protect your family from spiritual poison—false teachings, moral compromise, and the relentless attacks against faith. Stand firm. Lead with boldness. No one else will do it for you.

👉 If this episode challenged you, share it with a brother in Christ. Let’s build a generation of men who refuse to compromise on truth.

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