Homilies about anger

Why God Delays Justice: The Parable of Wheat and Weeds

The homily reflects on the parable of the wheat and the weeds, emphasizing that God's patience allows for conversion rather than immediate judgment. It warns against seeking justice with anger and vengeance, which can lead to further injustice, and instead encourages prayer for the conversion of wrongdoers and self-examination to remove the 'weeds' from one's own heart.

Why 'Let It Be' Is a Message of Faith and Patience

Deacon Paul

The homily uses the Gospel parable of the weeds and the wheat to discuss patience and trust in God when facing life's difficulties, or 'weeds.' The Deacon shares a personal anecdote about his wife's broken wrist and her initial frustration, leading to a reflection on how 'surrender' to God is not resignation but rather a call to patience and trust, echoing the message of 'Let It Be.'

When to Withdraw: Protecting Your Heart from Hatred and Anger

The homily discusses the importance of protecting one's spiritual well-being by discerning when to withdraw from conflict and pray for those with hardened hearts, rather than engaging in futile arguments. The priest emphasizes that saving God's grace within oneself is paramount, using examples from Jesus's interactions with the Pharisees and a personal anecdote about confronting anger, as well as a critique of misguided evangelization efforts on Kensington Street.

Stop Judging: How to See Others Through God's Eyes

The homily reflects on the Gospel passage about judging others, emphasizing that true judgment is not about condemning but about recognizing our own need for transformation. It highlights that our critical gaze towards others creates a negative spirit and that we must allow God to change our perspective and open our hearts to see others as children of God.

The Hidden Addiction: Why We Love to Judge Others

The homily discusses the dangers of righteous indignation, comparing its addictive nature to opioid addiction. The priest uses personal anecdotes of a relative and a seminarian to illustrate how easily people fall into judgmental and accusatory behavior, emphasizing Jesus' repeated command not to judge and to live in God's mercy.

How Daily Prayer Protects Us from Nihilism and Hatred

The homily emphasizes the importance of internalizing wisdom and spiritual practices to combat negative thought patterns, drawing a parallel between a seminarian's eventual understanding of philosophy and the continuous practice of prayer. It uses Jordan Peterson's analysis of school shooters to illustrate how dwelling on hatred can lead to nihilistic violence, contrasting it with the protective power of prayer and meditating on God's words, as exemplified by priests.

Why God Wants an 'Impossible' Harvest in Your Life

The homily connects the parable of the sower to an adult baptism, emphasizing that God desires an 'exaggerated harvest' in each person's life, far beyond what is naturally possible. It highlights the need to prepare the 'soil of our hearts' by dying to ego and sin, and illustrates this with personal stories of overcoming anger and finding joy amidst suffering.