Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies When Your Faith Is Put to the Test
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Feb 20, 2024 Exploring the controversial Akedah story from Genesis, Bishop Barron delves into the necessity of experiencing 'fear and trembling'. The podcast discusses Abraham's test to sacrifice his son Isaac, the complexities of faith, and the unwavering love for God shown in the face of adversity. Reflecting on suffering, love for God, and the importance of loving God unconditionally are also highlighted.
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Abraham’s Test of Faith
- Abraham's test with Isaac reveals the deep spiritual crisis of loving God versus what God gives.
- The story exposes the complexity of faith under God’s seemingly contradictory commands.
Loving God or His Benefits?
- The core spiritual test is whether one loves God or just loves the blessings from God.
- Stripping away all benefits reveals if faith is genuine beyond what God gives.
Dark Night Tests True Love
- The stripping away of all spiritual benefits, described as the dark night of the soul, tests pure love for God alone.
- This process reveals if one loves God regardless of personal consolation or reward.