Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies Unless You Change and Become Like a Little Child
Sep 21, 2003
Explore the beauty of childlikeness as a powerful antidote to ambition. Children, unencumbered by pretense, model spiritual authenticity and joy. Discover how embracing one's true self, as created by God, leads to profound freedom and fulfillment. Bishop Barron emphasizes that the greatest moments arise from a lack of self-consciousness, urging listeners to let go of societal expectations. By returning to simplicity, we can align our lives with God's intentions and experience true greatness through service and humility.
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Jesus Identifies With The Child
- Jesus models childlikeness by physically embracing a child and identifying with them.
- Bishop Robert Barron says this image teaches disciples to welcome humility and lowliness.
Authenticity As Divine Glory
- A child cannot dissemble and therefore simply is who they are.
- Bishop Robert Barron argues that this simple authenticity mirrors how creation gives glory by being itself.
Creation Is Ongoing And Purposeful
- You are being created by God right now and for a purpose.
- Bishop Robert Barron says your life’s point is to be who God intends you to be, simply and directly.
