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That They May Have Life | Part 2 -Why Is It So Hard to Be Good? Sin, Freedom, and the Moral Act

January 26th, 2026  |  1 hr 8 mins

adult faith formation, morality

This second talk in the That They May Have Life series continues a practical introduction to Christian morality by addressing a question everyone feels: why is it so hard to be good? Fr. Will explains sin as “missing the mark,” explores original sin and its effects on the human person, and clarifies the Church’s distinctions between mortal and venial sin. The session then introduces the three sources (fonts) of morality—the object chosen, the intention, and the circumstances—along with a discussion of intrinsically evil acts, moral responsibility, and how to hold together truth and compassion when walking with people in difficult situations.