The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 56: Man’s First Sin (2025)
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Feb 25, 2025 Dive into the intriguing concept of man’s first sin and how it reflects our daily choices. Fr. Mike explores the true meaning of freedom—not just doing what we want, but what we ought to do. This discussion emphasizes our tendency to prioritize our own desires over divine goodness. He unveils the deep implications of original sin and its ongoing influence on humanity's spiritual journey, showcasing God’s promise of redemption amidst our flawed nature.
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True Freedom
- True freedom is not the power to do whatever you want.
- It's submitting to God, the source of all goodness, and doing what you ought.
The Heart of Sin
- Sin is rooted in distrust of God's goodness and choosing self over God.
- This leads to disobedience and the belief that one's choices are better than God's.
Limits of Freedom
- The tree of knowledge symbolizes the limits of human freedom and our dependence on God.
- Freedom is not doing what we want but doing what we ought, aligning with God's will.