Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz 9/7/25 Two Questions
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Sep 6, 2025 Discover the true cost of discipleship as genuine commitment is examined against superficial belief. Engage with powerful insights on how love and faith must translate into action, not just acknowledgment. Embrace the emotions tied to life’s uncertain opportunities, exploring excitement, fear, and introspection. Challenge your own level of dedication to Jesus, delving into what it truly means to follow Him wholeheartedly.
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Fairweather Fan Example
- Father Mike describes being a diehard, fairweather Vikings fan to illustrate shallow loyalty.
- He uses this story to show that cheap fandom costs nothing and demands nothing.
Two Questions For Every Valuable Thing
- Valuable things always prompt two questions: How much does it cost and can I afford it.
- Fr. Mike applies this rule to discipleship to show faith requires assessment of cost and ability.
Fan Versus Disciple
- Many followers of Jesus are fans who admire miracles and teaching but stop short of true discipleship.
- Discipleship means following Jesus closely, not merely believing facts about him.
