Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies Do You Accept This Teaching?
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Aug 20, 2024 The discussion dives into the disciples' reactions to Jesus' challenging teachings on the Real Presence. It explores the struggle to grasp the deep meaning behind consuming his flesh and drinking his blood. The transformative power of the Eucharist is highlighted, linking it to the concept of deification through Thomas Aquinas. Additionally, the choice of faith is examined, where Peter's bold declaration serves as a testament to unwavering commitment amid doubt.
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Disciples Struggled With Real Presence
- Jesus' disciples struggled with his teaching on the Real Presence because it was radically literal, not symbolic.
- Their reaction showed they truly understood his words and found them difficult to accept.
Eucharist Enables Deification
- Jesus is uniquely divine, unlike Israel's flawed heroes, highlighting the radical nature of the Eucharist.
- The Eucharist is the means by which believers become conformed unto God, sharing in his divinity.
Eucharist as Christianity's Pivot
- Many disciples left Jesus because they could not accept his teaching on the Eucharist.
- The Eucharist has always been a pivotal point of Christianity, demanding acceptance or rejection.