Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies

Trust in God’s Plan

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Sep 29, 2025
This discussion dives into the true essence of faith, highlighting its distinction from superstition and emphasizing humble trust in God. Exploring Habakkuk's lament, it contemplates the struggle between human suffering and faith in divine timing. The idea of 'mustard seed faith' encourages radical forgiveness, while a parable reveals the importance of continued service and humility. Ultimately, the conversation illustrates that surrendering to God's plan is the pathway to a rich spiritual life.
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INSIGHT

Faith Is Humble Trust, Not Superstition

  • Faith is often misunderstood as superstition, but it never means believing without evidence in the Bible.
  • Bishop Robert Barron clarifies faith as humble trust, not irrational acceptance.
ANECDOTE

Habakkuk’s Cry For Answers

  • Habakkuk voices Israel's cry: "How long, O Lord? I cry for help, but you do not listen."
  • Barron uses this prophetic complaint to show faith arises amid confusion and suffering.
INSIGHT

We See Only A Tiny Page Of The Story

  • Our perception is limited to a 'tiny swath' of reality, like reading one page of a thousand-page novel.
  • Barron argues faith requires surrender to God's broader perspective beyond our senses.
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