April 9, 2025 The Fire and the Fourth Figure

The Fire and the Fourth Figure: A Reflection on Faith, Abuse, and the God Who Walks With Us
The furnace wasn’t metaphorical for Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—and for many today, neither is the fire.
In this episode of From Ashes to Alleluia, we explore what it means to stand firm in the face of coercion, fear, and silence. From the biblical flames of Daniel to the quiet fires behind closed doors, this reflection holds space for survivors of domestic violence and for all who are walking through something hard.

We reflect on the God who does not always rescue us from the fire—but who always steps into it with us.
With wisdom from Francis of Assisi, honesty about the realities of abuse, and a blessing for those walking through their own flames, this episode invites you to trust that even when the heat rises—you are not alone. friars.us Daniel 3:14-20, 91-92, 95