Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz 10/05/25 Inheritance
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Oct 4, 2025 Fr. Mike delves into the notion of inheritance, revealing that you already possess everything needed to be a saint. He shares intriguing stories of unexpected inheritances and challenges the belief that more resources solve problems. Exploring the apostles' desire for greater faith, he emphasizes using the faith you already have. With a nod to humor, he highlights that problems are opportunities for growth. Ultimately, he inspires listeners to embrace their spiritual gifts and cherish their inheritance in Christ.
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Satisfaction Comes From Wanting Less
- Arthur Brooks defines lasting satisfaction as the ratio of haves to wants, urging wanting less rather than having more.
- Permanent contentment comes from reducing desires, not accumulating possessions.
Use The Faith You Already Have
- Jesus tells the apostles a mustard-seed faith is sufficient; you don't always need more faith.
- The lesson: use the faith you already possess rather than constantly seeking enlargement.
You've Already Received An Inheritance
- St. Paul tells Timothy to fan into flame the gift already given, stressing we already possess what we need.
- Each Christian has an inheritance: adoption by the Father and the indwelling Holy Spirit.