The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 356: We Dare to Say (2024)

Dec 21, 2024

Explore the profound meaning behind the phrase 'We dare to say' in the Our Father, emphasizing our relationship with God as loving Father. Fr. Mike discusses the boldness of calling God 'Father' and how it inspires deeper trust and humility in prayer. The transformative nature of divine sonship is highlighted, drawing on insights from Church fathers like St. Cyprian and St. Augustine. Personal experiences and the significance of continual conversion further enrich the discussion of our identity as adopted children of God.

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Believers are invited to pray with 'filial boldness', embracing their identity as adopted children of God who can call Him 'Abba, Father'.

Understanding and accepting God as a true father requires the purification of distorted perceptions, fostering humility and a deeper relationship with Him.

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The Significance of Calling God 'Father'

The ability to address God as 'Father' is a profound aspect of the Christian faith, emphasizing the intimate relationship believers share with God. This concept stems from the belief that, through the Holy Spirit, individuals are invited into a familial bond with God, allowing them to confidently declare Him as their Father. The podcast highlights that this is not merely a title but reflects a deep, personal connection where God is seen as Abba, or Dad, reinforcing the notion of being adopted as children of God. This relationship is rooted in the teachings of Jesus, who emphasizes that calling God 'Father' requires humility and a recognition of one's status as His beloved child.

Intro

3min

The Boldness of Calling God Father

2min

Understanding God as Father: Revelations and Responsibilities

5min

Understanding Our Identity as Adopted Children of God

2min

Understanding the Power of Calling God 'Father'

10min

When we pray the Our Father, we are invited to pray with “filial boldness” as children of God. Fr. Mike emphasizes that we are God’s adopted sons and daughters, and so because of that, we are able to call him “Abba, Father.” He also emphasizes that because of this adoption we are called to “continual conversion and new life.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2777-2785.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy

Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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