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The Catholic understanding of sacraments also plays a vital role in this divine exchange. Through the sacraments, believers encounter God's grace directly, finding strength within their communities and rituals. Regular participation in the sacraments of Reconciliation and the Eucharist fortifies the believer, allowing them to confront their weaknesses and missteps. Each act of prayer, attendance at Mass, and engagement with Scripture becomes a means of receiving God's sustaining grace, thus reinforcing one's spirit in times of vulnerability.