Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle reveal how the saints can help us in our battles of spiritual warfare. They share why honoring the saints does not detract from God and explain how you can draw closer to your patron saint. Dave also shares a personal story of how a saint saved his life. Snippet from the Show  Let the saints be the saints and do their saintly thing. They want to be our allies for a reason because we are in Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at...

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. Snippet from the Show 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...

The term “Apotropaic” means seeking Christ’s warrior presence. In this episode, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss more weapons of warfare and how we can seek his warrior presence in spiritual warfare. They teach us how truth and love can be used to fight the devil and the best ways to live out the corporal works of mercy. Snippet from the Show Truth and love are probably the most exorcistic things on Earth. Those two things are incredibly powerful in warding off the devil. We want...

In this episode, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle offer practical guidance on two of the most powerful spiritual weapons: prayer and fasting. They explain how you can fast from almost anything, offering it up to the Lord for any intention. They also explain how to pray in a way that focuses on your relationship with God. Finally, they finish off the episode with a 7-day challenge for you to obtain spiritual benefits. Snippet from the Show Penance is a powerful, powerful spiritual hammer...

Why are the sins of the flesh the weakest? Do you have strategies for fighting the world, the flesh, and the devil? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle reveal how most people may not have strategies for fighting the world, discuss using intentionality when consuming media, and how to conquer the world instead of avoiding it. Snippet from the Show The devil is trying to create a symphony that will crescendo into a life of dissipation and despair. We want to hear from you! Email us at...

What are the origins of spiritual warfare? Why don’t we get to live in the Garden of Eden when it was Adam and Eve who sinned? What’s one of the best practical tips for avoiding sin? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle wrestle with these questions and more in this episode of Every Knee Shall Bow as they explore the Fall in Genesis 3. Snippet from the Show You've been co-crucified with Christ and you have risen in Christ's Resurrection because of the sacrament of baptism…so that you can actually...

Where did angels come from? Should you name your guardian angel? What can your guardian angel do for you? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle share teachings from St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas on the origins of angels, the angelic fall, and the nature of angels. They also share some practical tips on how you can enlist your guardian angel’s help in your own life. Snippet from the Show Bring the ministry of angels into your life, incorporate them into your prayer, and invoke them for...

We are in a spiritual battle. Do you know how to fight? Drawing from Dave's years of experience assisting exorcists, Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle start off a new season of Every Knee Shall Bow by discussing how much weight Catholics should give to the topic of the devil and spiritual warfare. They discuss how temptation is one of our biggest battles and how we can fight back. Snippet from the Show The Catholic Church was given the grace of triumph and we can avail ourselves of that....

What sorts of movies and books do people like Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle enjoy? In this casual, but very entertaining, conversation, Mike and Dave share some of their favorite movies, television shows, and books. They also explain the impact some of them had on their lives. Snippet from the Show "I taped it off of the television and watched it so many times that it broke!" We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text...

Have you ever wondered how Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle prepare their talks and teachings? Wonder no more! Mike and Dave discuss some of their suggestions for how to structure talks and keep an audience engaged from the start. They also share how they prefer to evangelize: one on one, in a classroom, or to a large group. Snippet from the Show There was a time where beauty could easily lead a person to God. However, now it is far more common that it is hurt and woundedness that leads...

Is there a right way to study theology? In order to communicate the truths of our faith, it is essential to study it well. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle give their recommendations for how to approach theology so that you can help others know God better. They also share some of the books and writings they are currently reading. Snippet from the Show Knowledge is the first step of love. To love God, you need to know him. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected]...

Are you ready to strengthen your devotion to Mary through the Rosary? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Mark Hartfiel to discuss the Mysteries of the Rosary Series from Paradisus Dei. They share about the creation of the series and its content. They also discuss the power of Marian devotion. Snippet from the Show Our Lady goes before us as an icon of hope. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB”...

It’s that time again! Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle take the time in this episode to answer some of your questions! These questions range in topic from Heaven and Hell to the occult to Međugorje. Snippet from the Show We forget that for Saint Paul, the end game of Christianity is the resurrection of the dead, the resurrection of our bodies. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the...

The Church presents the Annunciation as the model for all transmission of faith. As Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle dive into this topic, they also take a step back and discuss the work each person needs to do with God before they can go out and effectively proclaim the Gospel. They emphasize the transformative power of suffering and darkness. Snippet from the Show Faith in the darkest moments of life is when Christianity becomes relevant and transformative. We want to hear from you!...

The family is under attack. There is so much in the world today that is in opposition to the family. How do we combat this? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle take up the topic of the Holy Family and how essential they are as both examples and intercessors. They also talk particularly about the role of St. Joseph and the role of fathers today. Snippet from the Show The family is under attack and we need the Holy Family to protect us. We want to hear from you! Email us at...

An apparition of Mary is a big deal no matter what, but are you aware of the particular significance tied to Our Lady of Lourdes? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle go through the details of this apparition and the life of St. Bernadette. They also discuss why this apparition was so significant for the time and place in which it occurred. Snippet from the Show “I do not promise you happiness in this world, but in the next.” -Our Lady of Lourdes We want to hear from you! Email us at...

What do you know about Our Lady of Fatima? You may know some things, but maybe not as much as Dave VanVickle. Join Mike Gormley as he learns from Dave all about the apparitions and what was revealed to the children of Fatima. Mike and Dave also discuss some of the common criticisms and how to respond to them. Snippet from the Show “Jesus wishes to establish devotion to my Immaculate Heart in the world. I promise salvation to those who embrace it; and these souls will be beloved of God like...

What exactly are Marian apparitions? What category of revelation do they fall into? How are they verified? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle dive into the topic of Marian apparitions and provide explanations for how they are verified and what purpose they serve in the Church. They also share some of the details surrounding the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Snippet from the Show Our Marian devotion is always meant to lead us deeper into the mystery of Christ. We want to hear from...

Mary is incredible. She plays a massive role in salvation. She is good and loving. However, is there a chance that we could show her too much devotion or love her too much? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle take up this question as they discuss consecration to Mary. They explain what consecration to Mary means and what it could do for your life. Snippet from the Show Mary’s whole life radiates Christ. So, to be consecrated to Mary means that we are also consecrated to Christ. We want to...

Mary is victorious over the devil. She overcomes all evil. How is this possible? In what ways should we look to Mary in our own battle with sin? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss the answers to these questions and highlight the victory over sin and death that was granted to Mary by her Son. Snippet from the Show Mary shows up to win spiritual battles. She wants to join you in your fight to overcome sin. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your...

Mary does not say much in Scripture. There is a lot of her life that remains unknown. However, there are nods to Mary from the very beginning of the Bible all the way to the end. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle share and explain some of the typology of Mary that can be found throughout the Bible. Snippet from the Show Mary is the Ark of the Covenant. She crushes the enemy under our feet and plays a major role in the defeat of evil and in the future of the world. We want to hear from...

The Rosary, the Miraculous Medal, the Brown Scapular - these are some of the most well-known Marian Devotions. But what is their origin? What is their purpose? How are they different from charms or magic? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss these Marian Devotions and respond to common questions about them. They share their experiences with Marian Devotions and how they have impacted their lives. Snippet from the Show Our chances of dying in a state of grace can be greatly heightened...

Mary just plays the role that pagans had for female goddesses. Jesus only appeared to be human so Mary didn’t really conceive him or give birth to him. These are two common heresies that oppose the Church’s teachings on Mary. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain the origins of these heresies and offer instruction on how to respond to them. Snippet from the Show If you are a discipleship of Jesus Christ, you need to bring Mary into your home at this very hour. We want to hear from...

Do Catholics worship Mary? Was Mary always a virgin? All of the Marian dogmas solicit a myriad of rebuttals and some can be difficult to respond to. In this episode, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle address some of the common arguments against Mary’s perpetual virginity and devotion to Mary. They respond to these arguments by citing both Scripture and Tradition. Snippet from the Show When you look at our Lady, you see the masterpiece that God has painted with her life. We want to hear...