Homilies about cynicism

When is it Okay to Be Cynical? A Homily on Selfishness and Protection

The homily reflects on the Gospel reading where Jesus casts out a demon, and some people react with cynicism. It defines cynicism as believing that selfishness motivates all actions and discusses how Jesus's enemies were cynical towards his acts of kindness. The homily then suggests that a certain degree of cynicism is necessary in today's world for protection against charlatans and swindlers, but warns that excessive cynicism, born from turning away from God, leads to selfishness.