Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz 02/23/25 A New Commandment
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Feb 24, 2025 Delve into the transformative power of love as taught by Jesus. The discussion challenges listeners to embrace mercy, even toward those who may not deserve it. Explore the tension between justice and mercy in scripture and personal experiences. Discover how responding to wrongdoing with compassion can lead to healing. Ultimately, the message encourages practicing unconditional love and kindness, extending grace even to enemies.
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God's Plus One Theory
- God teaches justice as a first step, restraining vengeful desires.
- He limits retaliation to equal the harm inflicted, not exceeding it.
Prerequisites for Mercy
- Understanding justice and dignity are prerequisites for comprehending mercy.
- Without them, mercy can seem like a violation of justice or weakness.
Responding to Enemies
- Respond to enemies with good deeds, kind words, and prayers, even if you don't feel positive emotions.
- Jesus teaches us to act with love, regardless of our feelings.