The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast Fr. Mike Schmitz Reacts to The Chosen
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Oct 2, 2025 Fr. Mike Schmitz shares his heartfelt reactions to poignant scenes from a popular series about Christ. He reflects on Mary Magdalene's emotional return and the themes of sin and redemption. The dialogue about Peter walking on water dives into trust and inclusion. He examines the feeding of the 5000, emphasizing care for the crowd. Fr. Mike also discusses Jesus' personal call to Matthew and the deeper meaning behind healing at Bethesda. His insights explore faith, suffering, and the joy of new beginnings.
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Sin Promises Joy But Brings Pain
- Sin promises happiness but ultimately causes pain and shame when confronted by holiness.
- Fr. Mike explains Jesus exposes that grasping for false goods never satisfies and produces deeper brokenness.
A Name Brings Freedom
- Calling someone by their name brings freedom and counters the way sin identifies us by our faults.
- Fr. Mike highlights how Jesus naming Mary Magdalene models redemption through personal recognition.
Disciples Do, Not Just Learn
- Discipleship includes doing what the rabbi does, not merely learning about him.
- Fr. Mike frames Peter stepping onto the water as an example of being empowered to act like Jesus.
