Introduction to Teresa of Avila and The Devil in the Castle

We’re launching a new series on Dan’s book The Devil in the Castle, a practical guide to spiritual warfare through St. Teresa of Avila’s Interior Castle—with help from St. John of the Cross and St. Ignatius. We unpack authority (who can command what and when), why we defer to priests, how prayer + reflection mark true discipleship, and why “deliverance ministry” needs guardrails. What you’ll learnWhy Teresa’s “castle” map matters for everyday CatholicsHow the enemy’s tactics change as you advance toward union with GodRealms of authority: family, spouses, clergy—where boldness is wise and where it’s recklessWhy prayer & reflection are the two turning keys into authentic discipleshipA sober, non-sensational approach to spiritual warfare that avoids common abuses