Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz 07/13/25 Doing
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Jul 12, 2025 Dive into a reflection on the importance of action over mere knowledge, emphasizing that knowing what to do is futile without actual effort. The parable of the Good Samaritan shines a light on selfless love and neighborly kindness. Personal stories underscore the struggle between knowing the right recovery actions and the challenges of following through. Explore common barriers that hinder us from acting and find motivation to confront those avoided tasks, transforming insight into meaningful change.
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Fr. Mike's Injury Struggle
- Father Mike Schmitz shares his personal frustration with Achilles tendinopathy and plantar fasciitis injuries.
- Despite knowing exercises from physical therapists, he admits not doing them and still suffering pain.
Knowing vs Doing Reality
- Most people know what they need to do in life but fail to act on it.
- Deuteronomy 30 says God's command is near and written on our hearts; we just have to carry it out.
Rational Lies Block Action
- Rationalizing prevents us from doing what we know is right, forming 'rational lies' to justify inaction.
- Lack of time or other excuses often block helping others, even among knowledgeable people.