Episode 41 -- Life of St Philip Bk IV.41 -- Growth of Spiritual Harvest

Did all the troubles St Philip endured begin to bear fruit?We will hear about two of the biggest "catches" in St Philip"s early work as a priest. In 1555-6, St Philip brought to the Lord's service two very influential and well-connected men. We have to see the fruits of St Philip's apostolate as connected to his sufferings, his special graces, and his dedication to his mission.Last episode we read about St Philip's gift of prophecy. He knew what would happen to a certain gentlemen if he fled from the cross God had sent him. Besides the charismatic gift of discerning spirits, St Philip was given this gift of knowing things, especially future things, that only God can know.