Homilia Diária | O tudo de Deus e o nada da criatura (Sábado da 14.ª Semana do Tempo Comum)

Summary

The script from the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 10, focuses on Jesus' teachings to his apostles about the persecution they will face on their mission. It emphasizes the importance of fearing God, not just respecting Him, but recognizing His greatness and our insignificance in comparison. The true Christian is described as one who fears losing the most important thing: the friendship with God. The sermon highlights the need to understand God's majesty, the severity of our sins, and the fear of losing the divine treasure of His friendship, encouraging believers to value eternal life over worldly concerns.

Takeaways

• 📖 The scripture reading is from the Gospel of Saint Matthew, chapter 10, focusing on Jesus' instructions to his apostles who were sent on missions.
• 🛡 Jesus advises his apostles not to fear persecution but to fear God, emphasizing the spiritual over the physical.
• 🙏 The concept of fearing God is deeper than just respect; it involves recognizing the awe-inspiring nature of God and our insignificance in comparison.
• 🌟 Fear of God is the foundation of understanding everything about God and nothing about the creature, leading to the path of sanctity.
• 🤔 If one sees God merely as a 'cool guy' or friend, they will not truly understand the majesty of God as the Almighty and Most High.
• 👶 The Christian mystery is that the Tremendous God became a vulnerable child, showing immense condescension and coming to meet us in humility.
• ❤️ True wisdom and love come from understanding that God is God and we should stand in awe of His majesty, recognizing our own smallness.
• 😨 Fear of God also means understanding that our sins offend the majestic and almighty God and deserve severe punishment.
• 💎 There is a profound fear of losing God, of losing the friendship with Him, which is considered the most precious treasure.
• 💔 The fear of losing this treasure is a wise fear, as it signifies the risk of losing what is most important in life.
• 💪 A true Christian is not fearless but is courageous in fearing the loss of what is most important, prioritizing the eternal life over the temporal one.
• 🌐 The message concludes with a blessing, emphasizing the importance of fearing the Creator of heaven and earth rather than worldly powers.

Q & A

What is the main theme of the script from the Gospel of Matthew chapter 10?

The main theme is Jesus instructing his Apostles who are sent on a mission, discussing the persecution they will face and emphasizing the importance of not fearing those who can kill the body, but rather fearing God who can condemn to hell.

Why does the script mention that the concept of fearing God is deeper than just respecting Him?

The script suggests that fearing God involves recognizing the immense disproportion between God and us, which leads to a true understanding of our insignificance and God's greatness, which is essential for the path to sanctity.

What does the script imply about the nature of God as described in the sermon?

The script implies that God is 'tremendo' or awe-inspiring, meaning that His nature is so grand and powerful that it should evoke a sense of awe and reverence in us.

How does the script relate the concept of fearing God to the understanding of our own sins?

The script suggests that fearing God also means understanding that our sins offend a majestic and almighty God, and that they deserve severe punishment, thus instilling a fear of the consequences of our actions.

What is the significance of the phrase 'Deus se fez homem' in the context of the script?

The phrase 'Deus se fez homem' translates to 'God became man', referring to the Christian belief in the Incarnation, where God humbled Himself to become human in the form of Jesus Christ.

What does the script suggest about the fear of losing God's friendship?

The script suggests that a profound fear for a Christian should be the fear of losing the friendship with God, as it is more precious than any earthly treasure or relationship.

How does the script connect the fear of God to the concept of wisdom?

The script connects the fear of God to wisdom by stating that understanding God's majesty and our own insignificance is the beginning of wisdom, as it leads to a deeper understanding of God and our relationship with Him.

What does the script say about the fear of losing the most important thing in life?

The script states that a true Christian is not fearless but rather has a fear of losing what is most important—God's friendship and the eternal life that comes with it.

How does the script address the fear of worldly powers compared to the fear of God?

The script suggests that while we may not fear worldly powers, we should have a genuine fear of God, who is the creator of heaven and earth and the giver of life.

What is the final blessing mentioned in the script?

The final blessing in the script is 'God bless you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.'