Mar Abraham Church Sunday Homilies

By Mar Abraham

Homilies given at Mar Abraham Chaldean Catholic Church in Scottsdale, AZ.

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October 19, 2023 Faith Like a Child
Homily for the 7th Sunday of Elijah / 5th of the Cross
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Becoming like children is not only a prerequisite for entering the kingdom of heaven but also the way to be the greatest in the kingdom. Children's trust in their parents, their ability to forgive, and their innocence towards evil are qualities that make them suitable for heaven. As adults, we should learn from children and turn away from anxiety, doubt, pride, and evil, and instead embrace trust, forgiveness, and the path to the Heavenly Kingdom.
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12min
October 04, 2023 Misplaced Faith
In this homily, we remember the story of how the disciples failed to expel the demon from the young man which highlights misplaced faith. We often misplace our faith in ourselves and in things other than God. Jesus reminds us how we can move mountains with faith the size of a mustard seed placed in the God of the Universe.
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14min
September 25, 2023 The Biggest Problem in the Church
The homily discusses the significance of the beatitudes as a moral code taught by Jesus. It suggests that the biggest problem in the world and the church is the failure to embody these virtues. The beatitudes are seen as a reflection of Jesus himself and the solution to the world's issues lies in individuals striving to live according to them.
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8min
September 19, 2023 Wheat-in on the World to Change
Third Sunday of Elijah
The parable of the wheat and weeds teaches us not to be quick with judgments and to leave judgment to God. We cannot judge the whole person based on partial knowledge. Instead, we should focus on love and mercy, as God does. We should be patient with others and allow them the opportunity to bear fruit.
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10min
September 13, 2023 Sowing Seeds of Faith
In this Gospel, Jesus speaks about the parable of the Sower and identifies four categories of people. He explains that God is endlessly throwing seeds in our life, but we often bring weak soil that does not allow the word of God to take deep roots in our lives. We should strive to be good soil that can bear good fruits in us.
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14min
September 05, 2023 Privilege of Salvation
The story of Zacchaeus teaches us about the danger of entitlement and the importance of seeing our gifts as privileges, not rights. Salvation is a gift, not something we are owed, and we must respond with responsibility and gratitude. The fruit of this response is joy and salvation.
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15min
August 28, 2023 Hope Misplaced
In this reflection on the Gospel of the Seventh Sunday of Summer, the importance of placing hope in God is emphasized through two parables told by Jesus. The danger of placing hope in oneself is highlighted, and the need for humility and dependence on God is emphasized. The cure for this thinking is found in recognizing one's own sinfulness and asking for God's mercy. Only then can hope be properly ordered in God and not in oneself.
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14min
August 21, 2023 Where are you? 🎶
The Gospel of the Sixth Sunday of Summer tells the story of ten lepers who were healed by Jesus, but only one returned to give thanks. The message is that we should not be transactional in our relationships with others and with God. We should be aware of our need for God and always give thanks to Him.
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13min
August 14, 2023 To Do, or Not To Do…
In this Liturgical Season of Summer, the church invites us to meditate on repentance. Today's Gospel teaches us that sin is not just limited to what we do, but also what we fail to do. The sin of the rich man was not that he was rich, but that he never noticed Lazarus. We must be ready to listen to the Scriptures and answer the call to do what we are supposed to do.
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11min
August 07, 2023 The Pause Button
Feast of the Transfiguration celebrates the moment when Jesus reveals his divinity to Peter, James, and John on Mount Tabor. While Peter wants to stay and extend the moment, Jesus reminds him that glory comes with suffering and commitment. The path to glory is not on pause on top of the mountain, but through the suffering and pain of our daily life. We are reminded that we are destined for glory through our own way of the cross.
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13min

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The podcast currently has 87 episodes available.