Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies The Great Wedding
Jan 18, 2004
Explore the captivating theme of God desiring to marry His people, as highlighted through Isaiah's powerful imagery. Discover how the wedding at Cana symbolizes the union of divinity and humanity, with Jesus transforming water into wine, reflecting the profound joy of the Eucharist. Delve into the significance of Mary’s role as a voice for the prophets and the transformative power of divine love. This discussion underscores that true fulfillment originates from God, inviting listeners to embrace a life enriched by faith.
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Created By Love, Not Earned By Merit
- God's love comes first and creates us rather than us earning God's love by achievement.
- This reverses the usual human assumption that we must climb to God by moral effort.
Isaiah's Vision Of Divine Espousal
- Isaiah portrays God as one who delights in and espouses Israel out of gracious love.
- The prophet's language emphasizes intimacy rather than reward-based favor.
Love Is The Source Of Beauty And Being
- God is the creative source, so God's love causes beauty and goodness rather than being caused by them.
- Our existence itself testifies that we were loved into being.
