Cathedral Homilies - August 25 (Fr. Bong)
Summary
TLDRThe video script explores the distinction between being a 'Disciple' and a 'Fan' of Jesus Christ. It draws parallels to modern-day celebrities and their fans, highlighting the superficiality of mere admiration versus the commitment of discipleship. The script challenges viewers to reflect on their motives for following Jesus, emphasizing that true discipleship is not about seeking entertainment or miracles, but about embracing Jesus' teachings—even when they are challenging and lead to sacrifice. It poses the question of whether we are merely fans or true disciples willing to be influenced by Jesus' hard truths for the sake of eternal life.
Takeaways
- 😇 The distinction between 'Disciples' and 'Fans Club' is highlighted, with the former being deeply committed followers and the latter being more casual admirers.
- 👥 The 'Fans Club' is likened to modern-day celebrity followers, where there's a mutual dependency based on performance and entertainment.
- 🎭 Celebrities must consistently perform to maintain their fan base, and a decline in performance can lead to a loss of popularity and fame.
- 🌟 People may follow celebrities for various reasons, such as their looks, talents, or simply for the entertainment they provide, even amidst scandals.
- 📈 In the digital age, influencers and vloggers must continually produce new and engaging content to retain their followers, often resorting to controversial topics to capture attention.
- 🍞 The script recounts how some people followed Jesus for the miracles and benefits they received, rather than a genuine desire to learn from him.
- 🛐 The true Disciples of Jesus were committed to him not for miracles or fame, but because he offered the words of eternal life, despite the teachings being challenging.
- 🔄 The dependency of celebrities on their fans contrasts with the dependency of Disciples on Jesus, which is not swayed by external factors or entertainment.
- 🗣️ Jesus' teachings were not meant to entertain but to challenge and guide his followers towards eternal life, setting a stark contrast to the nature of celebrity followership.
- 🚶 The challenge posed to the audience is to reflect on whether they are mere fans or true Disciples, willing to follow Jesus' teachings regardless of the challenges.
- 🌐 The script concludes by considering Jesus as the ultimate influencer, questioning whether his followers would allow him to influence every aspect of their lives.
Q & A
What is the primary distinction between the 'Disciples of Jesus' and the 'Fans Club of Jesus' as mentioned in the script?
-The primary distinction lies in their purpose for following Jesus. The 'Disciples of Jesus' are committed to learning and following his teachings, even if they are challenging, for the promise of eternal life. The 'Fans Club of Jesus', on the other hand, may be drawn to Jesus for his miracles or popularity, similar to how fans are drawn to celebrities for their performances and charisma.
How does the script describe the relationship between celebrities and their fans clubs?
-The script describes a mutual dependency between celebrities and their fans clubs. Celebrities perform for their fans, and their popularity is contingent on the fans' reactions. If a celebrity fails to entertain, their fan base may diminish, affecting their fame and career.
What are some reasons people might follow a celebrity according to the script?
-People might follow a celebrity because of their looks, talents, or simply because they are entertained by what they see and hear. Even if a celebrity is involved in scandals, fans may not mind as long as they continue to be entertained.
How has the concept of being a 'follower' evolved in the context of vloggers and influencers as per the script?
-The script suggests that followers of vloggers and influencers are drawn to their content, which can be educational, inspirational, or simply relatable. Influencers must consistently provide new and engaging content to maintain their followers' attention, and a lack of content can lead to being forgotten.
What were some of the motives of people following Jesus during the time of his ministry, as described in the script?
-Some people followed Jesus because they saw him as someone who could perform miracles, like multiplying bread and fish, and curing the sick. They were entertained by his miracles and followed him for the benefits they received, rather than a deeper commitment to his teachings.
How does the script differentiate between being entertained by Jesus' miracles and being a true disciple?
-Being entertained by Jesus' miracles is akin to being a fan, where the focus is on the spectacle and immediate benefits. Being a true disciple, however, involves a commitment to Jesus' teachings, even when they are difficult, and is driven by the understanding that he offers the words of eternal life.
What does the script suggest about the nature of truth and teachings of Jesus?
-The script suggests that Jesus' truths and teachings are not meant to entertain or comfort, but to challenge. They require a commitment beyond mere entertainment, calling for a deeper understanding and application in one's life.
How does the script relate the concept of discipleship to the modern context of influencers and vloggers?
-The script draws a parallel between the commitment of a disciple and the engagement of a follower of influencers or vloggers. It challenges the audience to consider whether they would follow Jesus if he were an influencer today, based on the content of his teachings rather than mere entertainment value.
What challenge does the script pose to the audience regarding their commitment to Jesus?
-The script challenges the audience to reflect on whether they are mere fans, entertained by the spectacle of Jesus' ministry, or true disciples who are committed to following his teachings and learning from his example, even in the face of adversity.
How does the script encourage the audience to view their relationship with Jesus in the context of the Eucharist?
-The script encourages the audience to see the Eucharist as a reminder of their commitment to follow Jesus not just as admirers but as disciples. It suggests that through the Eucharist, they should be reminded of their willingness to follow the path of eternal life as true disciples.
Outlines
😇 The Distinction Between Disciples and Fans
This paragraph discusses the difference between being a disciple and a mere fan, using the context of Jesus' followers. It compares the dependency of celebrities on their fans to the genuine commitment of disciples to Jesus, highlighting that fans may follow for superficial reasons such as entertainment or appearance, while disciples are driven by deeper beliefs and teachings. The paragraph emphasizes that true followers of Jesus are not swayed by external factors but are committed to his teachings, even when they are challenging.
🤔 The Commitment of True Discipleship
The second paragraph delves into the nature of true discipleship, contrasting it with the superficial following of a celebrity or influencer. It points out that while celebrities rely on their fans for popularity and success, disciples depend on Jesus for spiritual guidance and eternal life. The paragraph highlights the willingness of true disciples to follow Jesus regardless of the hardships, as opposed to fans who may abandon a celebrity when they no longer provide entertainment. It underscores the importance of understanding and embracing Jesus' teachings, even when they are difficult, as the path to eternal life.
🛤️ The Road to Eternal Life as a Disciple
In the final paragraph, the script reflects on the commitment required to be a disciple of Jesus, suggesting that following him is not about mere entertainment but about learning life-giving lessons. It poses the question of whether we allow Jesus to influence us in all aspects of our lives, implying that true discipleship involves a complete transformation guided by Jesus' teachings. The paragraph concludes by reminding us of our commitment to follow Jesus as disciples on the path to eternal life, not just as fans seeking momentary satisfaction.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Disciples
💡Fans Club
💡Celebrities
💡Influencers
💡Eternal Life
💡Truth
💡Followers
💡Content
💡Calvary
💡Bread of Life
💡Eucharist
Highlights
The distinction between a 'Fans Club' and 'Disciples' in the context of Jesus' followers.
The two groups identified as the Disciples of Jesus and the Mere fans club of Jesus.
The differing purposes of following Jesus between the two groups.
The modern-day analogy of a Fans Club with celebrities and their mutual dependence.
The importance of celebrities performing to maintain their fan base.
The fickleness of fans and how it affects a celebrity's fame.
The various reasons people become followers of celebrities, including looks and talent.
The concept of followers being entertained by their idols' scandals.
The evolution of followers in the digital age of vloggers and influencers.
The necessity for influencers to produce new and engaging content to retain followers.
The different motives of people following Jesus, including the desire for miracles and power.
The true Disciples' commitment to Jesus beyond his miracles and popularity.
The challenge of discipleship being more than entertainment and based on Jesus' teachings.
The contrast between the dependency of celebrities on their fans and the dependency of Disciples on Jesus.
The call to follow Jesus not as mere fans but as committed Disciples on the path to eternal life.
The question posed to the audience about their willingness to be influenced by Jesus' teachings.
The reflection on whether Jesus' teachings are followed for entertainment or for life's guidance.
The conclusion that Jesus is the ultimate influencer, and the decision to follow him is a choice to be made.
Transcripts
What would be the difference between a
Fans Club and
Disciples even if we have heard in our
gospel that Jesus had many
Disciples It seems that they were not
really there to become his
Disciples thus we can say that there
were really two groups the Disciples of
Jesus and the Mere fans club of
Jesus we can say that both groups had an
interest in following
Jesus but they differ in their purpose
in following
him in our contemporary parlance We can
understand the mindset of a Fans Club
and we can associate them with
celebrities ag may celebrity maasahan
nating merong fans
club in fact celebrities and fans club
fans clubs are mutually
dependent celebrities perform for their
fans their popularity is dependent on
the reaction of the
fans and celebrities have to make sure
that their fans are
entertained kailangan mag-perform yung
celebrity kailangan magpakilig mapakilig
nung celebrity Yung kanyang mga
fans the moment that celebrities no
longer deliver then we can be sure that
their fans bases would die
down fans are the gauge of the
celebrities if they are still performing
well kapag kumokonti ang fans doun na
natin nasasabi na unti-unti ng nalalaos
yung
celebrity and eventually their fame
slowly fades
away secondly the reasons for becoming a
follower of a certain celebrity could
also
vary some would become a follower Simply
because of the looks of a particular
celebrity kapag
kapag maganda maraming sumusunod
maraming tagahanga maraming
fans for some It is because of their
Talents but the bottom line is they
become followers Simply because of what
they
see they are attracted with what they
see and with what they
hear and sometimes even if their
celebrity idols would be involved in
scandals or celebrity
gossip They would not mind as long as
they are
entertained Minsan yun pa yung
nagpapaganda yun pa yung nagpapasikat sa
kanila Kapag na-involve sila sa isang
issue na-involve sila sa chismis lalo
silang
sumisikat as long as they enjoy
following their celebrity idols nothing
more nothing
less ngayon sa mundo ng mga vloggers at
mga influencers sa tiktok sa Instagram
sa Facebook sa YouTube d na natin
nakikita na may ibang mukha ng pagiging
follower we follow certain influencers
we follow certain vloggers because we
get hook with their
contents minsan educational minsan
inspirational minsan simpl katatawanan
langsan par
minsan para bang nakak kaya Nah tayo and
usually for influencers to maintain the
number of their followers kailangan may
bagong content kailangan may pasabog
sila kailangan may controversial
kailangan makuha kaagad yung atens n
followers
nila walang content pwedeng malaos
pwedeng
makalimutan and these were the ones who
left
Jesus if we will look back at the
following sundays the people who were
following Jesus had different
motives some would want to make him King
because of the power that he
performed He did not just multiply the
bread and fish but he also cured many
people who were
sick after being fed
they followed him because they saw him
as someone who can multiply the
resources they saw Jesus as a
celebrity they simply saw him as a
miracle worker they simply saw that the
the power that he could
perform They were entertained with what
they
saw they just benefited from the bread
that Jesus multiplied and They were
simply after that
nothing more nothing less may sikat
silang
sinusundan may nakukuha sila doon sa
kanilang
sinusundan nabubusog sila gumagaling
sila gumagaan yung pakiramdam nila
kinikilig sila sa pagsunod nila kay
hesus and this is the big difference
between a true
Disciple when Jesus turned to the 12 he
asked them
do you also want to
leave and when Peter replied to Whom
Shall we go you have the words of
eternal life it was very clear for them
Why They were following
Jesus it was not about his power it was
not about his popularity it is Simply
because he has the words of eternal
life but these words are not sweet words
they are even hard
teachings yet despite of it They chose
to
remain celebrities are dependent on
their fan
bases if they lose their following they
lose not only their celebrity stature
But maybe they could also lose their job
or in the case of
influencers or vloggers they are
dependent on the needs of their
followers kapag ito yung
patok kapag ito yung need ng follower
nila then their content must be based on
those needs or else pwedeng hindi magal
yung content
nila but on the other hand Disciples are
dependent on
Jesus and being dependent on Jesus does
not
if we are entertained or
not discipleship does not focus on the
externalities
discipleship is not based on
popularity because being a Disciple of
Jesus would also mean following him onto
calvary and that is the hard part of his
teaching But despite having those hard
shs We are still assured that it is also
the way to eternal life
Siguro kung vlogger O influencer ngayon
si
Jesus Ilan kaya tayong mag-follow sa
kanya siguro p magaganda yung naririnig
natin kapag nakakakilig yung mga
sinasabi niya For sure dadami Yung
kanyang
followers Pao kapag kinompronta na sila
o kinompronta na tayo ng mga mahihirap
na katotohanan
kapag nagpapabagal na ung mga salita ni
Jesus sa ating
damdamin nandiyan pa kaya tayo kaya pa
rin kaya nating sabihing followers tayo
ni
Jesus nandiyan pa rin kaya tayong
susunod sa
kanya and this is the challenge for
us after hearing
everything do we choose to
stay do we truly understand the words of
Jesus or are we Mere fans at the
sideline waiting for another spectacular
moment but Jesus is no celebrity who
gives into the whims and capres of his
followers rather he gives us hard
teachings hard
truths because in reality that is the
nature of
Truth the truths and teachings of Jesus
are not there to entertain or worse to
comfort
us Jesus presents these truths to us to
challenge
us because Disciples do not follow in
order to be
entertained we follow in order to learn
and as we learn we are able to give
life for the past sundays we have heard
Jesus presenting himself as the bread of
life and as we receive him this in this
Eucharist may We also be reminded of our
commitment in following him not merely
as a member of the fans club but as a
Disciple willing to follow him to the
road of eternal
life in reality at the end of the
day Jesus is the true
influencer the Question that we could
bring is will we allow him to influence
us in every aspect of our Liv
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