Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz 03/09/25 The Place of the Way: The Desert
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Mar 8, 2025 Explore the transformative journey of Lent as a time for personal growth and spiritual development. The desert serves as a powerful metaphor for releasing comforts and distractions. Reflect on temptation and faith through the lens of Jesus' experience. Emphasize resilience in the face of challenges, highlighting the emotional struggles of learning. Dive into the inspiring journey of a man's shift from materialism to faith, encouraging listeners to engage with their own beliefs as they navigate this season.
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Lenten Practices
- Don't just repeat the same Lenten practices as last year.
- Embrace new challenges to grow closer to Jesus.
Desert as Dojo
- The Israelites' desert journey symbolizes Lent's training process.
- God uses the desert to refine and prepare us, just like the Israelites.
Manna Complaints
- The Israelites complained about the manna in the desert, longing for the food they had in slavery.
- They prioritized comfort over freedom, revealing their slave mentality.