2. The great danger in today’s world, pervaded

as it is by consumerism, is the desolation and anguish

born of a complacent yet covetous heart,

the feverish pursuit of frivolous pleasures, and

a blunted conscience. Whenever our interior

life becomes caught up in its own interests and

concerns, there is no longer room for others,

no place for the poor. God’s voice is no longer

heard, the quiet joy of his love is no longer felt,

and the desire to do good fades. This is a very

real danger for believers too. Many fall prey to

it, and end up resentful, angry and listless. That

is no way to live a dignified and fulfilled life; it is

not God’s will for us, nor is it the life in the Spirit

which has its source in the heart of the risen

Christ.

(Evangelii Gaudium2)