Homilies about resistance
St. Francis de Sales
New York, New York
Are You Tone-Deaf to God's Truth? A Lenten Challenge
St. Francis de Sales · New York, New York · Mar 6, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes that Jesus' parable of the vineyard tenants was a direct challenge to those who needed to hear it, highlighting our own tendency to be 'tone-deaf' to truth and resistant to change. It encourages self-reflection during Lent, urging listeners to confront their resistance to growth and truth, rather than projecting the parable onto others.
Our Lady of the Rosary
Land O Lakes, Florida
Why It's Hard to Be a Prophet in Your Own Home
Our Lady of the Rosary · Land O Lakes, Florida · Mar 9, 2026
Daily MassThe homily explores the resistance Jesus faced in his hometown, drawing parallels to the challenges priests face ministering to their own families and the difficulty many experience in accepting truth from those closest to them. It emphasizes the need to lower walls of resistance in our hearts and to rely on God's grace to soften the hearts of others, especially in our homes, while being ready to offer mercy and love.
St. Pius X
Lafayette, Louisiana
Why Spiritual Stubbornness Blinds Us to God's Presence
St. Pius X · Lafayette, Louisiana · Mar 12, 2026
Daily MassThe homily connects the Old Testament concept of a 'stiff neck' as spiritual stubbornness to the Gospel reading where people fail to recognize Jesus's miracles. It emphasizes that a stiff neck and hardened heart lead to spiritual blindness, preventing individuals from seeing God's presence and action in their lives, even when obvious signs are presented.