Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies

Which Path Will You Choose?

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Feb 11, 2026
A reflection on human freedom and the moral weight of choice. A look at why humans were made with intellect and will, not as automatons. Scriptural examples show how everyday decisions shape character and destiny. An invitation to train the heart, root out anger and lust, and aim for interior holiness in light of Christ.
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INSIGHT

Freedom Is Central To Loving God

  • God values human freedom because only free beings can genuinely love Him.
  • Bishop Robert Barron emphasizes that God wants witty, willing service, not automatons.
INSIGHT

Evil Linked To The Abuse Of Freedom

  • Much evil in the world arises from the abuse of human freedom.
  • Barron argues God could remove suffering by removing freedom, but that would destroy genuine love.
ADVICE

Deliberately Choose Life And Good

  • Choose the good deliberately because God has set before you life and death, fire and water.
  • Bishop Robert Barron invites listeners to stretch forth their hand toward life and righteousness.
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