Homilies about kingdom of God

Why Going 'All In' for God is a Bet You Can't Lose

Father Martin

The homily emphasizes the concept of 'going all in' for the Kingdom of God, drawing parallels to poker and life's big risks like marriage or a new job. It challenges listeners to prioritize God's kingdom above all else, trusting in His plan even when life remains difficult, and assures that this 'bet' on God cannot be lost.

The Kingdom of God: A Treasure Worth Everything

Father Mark

The homily emphasizes that the Kingdom of God is a treasure of such immense value that everything else pales in comparison. It encourages believers to actively seek and embrace this divine life, which brings joy even amidst suffering, and to choose to cooperate with the Holy Spirit rather than other 'spirits' of sin. The priest stresses the importance of asking God for discernment to make choices that align with the Kingdom of God.

The Imperfect Kingdom: What Jesus' Parables Tell Us About God's Reign

Father Jerry

The homily explores the nature of the Kingdom of God through three parables from Matthew's Gospel: the weeds among the wheat, the mustard seed, and the yeast. The priest uses personal anecdotes from his farming background and childhood to illustrate that the Kingdom is not always perfect, glorious, or immediately perceptible, but rather demands patience and can be found in the ordinary and imperfect aspects of life and the Church.

Finding Faith and Growth in a "Mixed Up, Muddled Up" World

Msgr Prior

The homily addresses the confusion and division in the world, drawing parallels to the parable of the weeds and the wheat. It emphasizes the importance of remaining faithful to Christ's teachings amidst societal turmoil and allowing God's word to grow and spread through our daily lives, like the mustard seed and yeast.

What is Your Greatest Desire? Seeking the Kingdom of God

Father Jason

The homily emphasizes seeking the true treasure of the Kingdom of God over fleeting earthly desires like money or pleasure. Drawing parallels from the Gospel parables and Solomon's request for wisdom, the priest encourages listeners to ask God for discernment to recognize His presence and will in daily life, ultimately leading to lasting happiness and the fullness of life in God's kingdom.

What Are You Willing to Give Up for the Kingdom of God?

The homily emphasizes that the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price are directed at disciples, urging them to examine their values and commitment to the Kingdom of God. It highlights the need for active searching and willingness to sacrifice everything for the kingdom, contrasting this with Solomon's initial wisdom and later failings. The homily concludes by connecting this commitment to communal worship and receiving the Eucharist as strength for building the kingdom.

How to Make God's Word Grow in Your Heart

The homily focuses on Jesus' parables, particularly the Parable of the Sower, as a means to understand the Kingdom of God. It emphasizes the importance of a receptive heart for the Word of God to take root and produce fruit, contrasting different ways people receive the divine message.

Why God's Kingdom is Your Greatest Treasure

The homily emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom, like Solomon, to discern the value of God's kingdom. It highlights divine providence, asserting that all life circumstances, good or bad, work for the good of those who love God. The core message is to prioritize God's kingdom as the ultimate treasure, requiring wisdom to understand and pursue it above worldly concerns.

The Church: God's Kingdom on Earth (and Why It Matters to You)

The homily connects Jesus' parables about the Kingdom of Heaven to the nature of the Church, emphasizing that the Church is the Kingdom Jesus came to establish. It uses the parables of the weeds, mustard seed, and leaven to illustrate how the Church, though starting small and existing amidst challenges, is meant to be alive, grow, and transform the world. The core message is that understanding Jesus as King helps us understand our role as citizens of the Church, which is God's active kingdom on earth.

How God Uses Your Weakness to Build His Kingdom

Father Tom

The homily unpacks three parables from the Gospel of Matthew: the weeds and the wheat, the mustard seed, and the yeast. It emphasizes the need for vigilance in faith, perseverance in adversity, and the understanding that God uses human weakness to build His kingdom, not waiting for perfection.

Understanding God's Kingdom: More Than Just a List of Characteristics

Father Michael Rozier SJ

Father Rozier explains that Jesus uses parables about the Kingdom of God not to list God's characteristics, but to provide an experiential understanding of God's nature. He emphasizes that understanding the Kingdom helps us recognize God's desires and empowers us to actively participate in building this Kingdom in our daily lives and through our liturgical worship.

Why Seeking Wisdom is Your Greatest Treasure

The homily emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom, like Solomon, to understand God's kingdom and discern good from evil. It highlights divine providence, assuring that all life circumstances, good or bad, work for the good of those who love God and walk faithfully with Him. The core message is to prioritize God's kingdom as the most precious treasure and to ask for the wisdom to do so.

Why God's Wisdom is the Greatest Treasure

The homily emphasizes the importance of seeking wisdom from God, like Solomon, to discern the value of God's kingdom. It highlights divine providence, asserting that all circumstances in life, good or bad, are ordered by God for the good of those who love Him, leading them towards His eternal kingdom. The core message is to prioritize God's kingdom above all worldly things.

Finding the Kingdom of God: An Understanding Heart for Today's World

The homily explores Jesus' parables of the Kingdom of Heaven, emphasizing that God desires us to share in His kingdom here on earth, not just in the afterlife. It connects this to Solomon's request for an 'understanding heart' and Paul's teaching that all things work for good for those who love God, urging listeners to discern God's will and apply traditional teachings in new ways to contemporary situations.

The Power of Small Faith: Lessons from the Weeds, Mustard Seed, and Yeast

Deacon Doug

The homily explores the parables of the weeds and the wheat, the mustard seed, and the yeast, emphasizing God's patience in separating good from evil and the transformative power of even a small amount of faith. It highlights that believers and unbelievers will coexist until the final judgment, and that our small actions can contribute significantly to building God's kingdom.