In this homily, Fr. Michael reflects on Jesus’ critique of empty worship, highlighting the danger of honouring God only with our lips while our hearts remain distant. He explores how authentic worship requires submitting our entire lives—including our politics, actions, and intentions—to God’s law. Fr. Michael challenges us to govern our hearts with humility, surrendering our sins and evil intentions to God to offer true and meaningful worship. This message invites us to examine our own lives and commit to worship that flows from a heart fully aligned with God’s will.

“True Worship: More Than Lip-Service” - Homily - 2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year B

Explore the profound moral teachings of the Sermon on the Mount, where Jesus offers timeless guidance on humility, compassion, righteousness, and living a life aligned with God's will. Dive deep into the ethical principles that continue to shape Christian faith and practice today.

Official Forum Soundtrack

Podcast: SamSword-The Forum: Sermon on The Mount and Moral Teachings

The pain of waiting  

Elihu’s Answers to Job:  

#1: God does speak, and he speaks to save (ch 32-33)  

#2: It is unthinkable that God would do wrong (ch 34)  

#3: God opposes the proud (ch. 35)  

#4: God comes in golden splendour (ch 36)  

Wise waiting

Job Wisdom when it hurts

Job - Wisdom when it hurts #6 - God comes in awesome majesty’: Wisdom in waiting  (Job 32-37)

Job’s complaint:‘let the Almighty answer me’  

The Lords answer: ‘Who is this that obscures my plans with words without knowledge?  

Brace yourself! Consider…

the wonders of the natural world (ch. 38)  

the amazing animal kingdom (ch. 39)  

the strength of Behemoth (ch. 40)  

the matchless pride of Leviathan (ch. 41)  

‘Everything under heaven belongs to me.’ (41:11)  

Job’s response: ‘but now my eyes have seen you…’  

‘My Lord and my God!’

Job - Wisdom when it hurts #7 - ‘‘Now my eyes have seen you’: Wisdom eclipsed (Job 38-42 )

In this homily, Fr. Michael reflects on the Gospel where Jesus teaches His disciples about true greatness. As they argue about who will be the greatest, Jesus brings a child into their midst and challenges them to be childlike in their faith. Fr. Michael explains that being childlike is not about immaturity, but about trust, humility, and openness to God’s will. By letting go of our need to control everything and trusting in God’s plan, we find true peace and freedom. This homily invites us to embrace childlike faith, relying on God’s love and guidance, even when the path leads through the Cross.

“Becoming Like Little Children: Trust and Humility” - Homily - 25th Sunday of OT, Year B

Discover the profound depiction of Jesus as the Suffering Servant in the Gospel of Mark. Explore how His humility, sacrifice, and fulfillment of prophecy reveal the heart of servanthood and the mission of the Messiah.

Theme Song for SamSword the Forum

Podcast: SamSword-The Forum: Understanding Jesus as the Suffering Servant in the Gospel of Mark

Listen as Cindy and Jeffrey are thoroughly humbled when Cindy channels the Divine Masculine collective regarding their discussion of entitlement!

Entitlement

In this episode of Discerning Leadership, Dr. Michael Reid Trice and Dr. Mark Markuly explore the concept of beauty in teams and how leaders can foster innovation and connection. They discuss the importance of humility, embracing limits, and the role of a leader as a synthesizer of diverse perspectives.

Walking the Vastness: Synthesizing Leadership through Jesuit Wisdom

Join us for episode #4169 of Day1 featuring Rev. Dennis Patterson Jr., priest in charge of The Episcopal Church of the Holy Cross in Decatur, GA, preaches “The Power of Position” based on Luke 6:17-26. In his sermon, Rev. Patterson explores Jesus’ radical redefinition of blessing and how His posture among the people reveals the power of standing on level ground. As we reflect on the 6th Sunday after Epiphany, we are invited to embrace humility and solidarity in our faith journey.

Day1 Weekly Podcast

The Power of Position - Episode #4169 - Podcast

“Back For Me” is a quiet, powerful meditation on the humility and grace that come when a lost love finds its way home—years, even decades, after goodbye. It’s not a song about regret. It’s a song about enduring love—the kind that lives in silence, matures with time, and returns not with fanfare, but with truth.

With aching vocals and a timeless folk-rock arrangement, Tim Cooney captures the emotional reckoning of being seen again by someone who once knew your soul—and still does. Part of The Journeyman soundtrack, this track echoes the memoir’s central theme: it’s never too late to begin again.

The Journeyman Vol II

Back For Me

Day1 has been a trusted voice of hope and inspiration in the mainline Protestant tradition for 80 years. Founded in 1945 as a pioneering radio ministry known as "The Protestant Hour," Day1 has evolved into a multimedia platform that uplifts and connects faith and life. Through powerful sermons and engaging conversations with some of the nation’s most gifted preachers, we proclaim God’s love and grace across the airwaves, podcasts, and online platforms. Join us in continuing this legacy of sharing messages that inspire and transform lives around the world.

Create. Inspire. Repeat. Soul-inspired music.

Reflections and homilies rooted in the Gospel of John and the wisdom of the Church, helping you walk the journey of faith. Join Fr. Michael, a priest of the Community of St. John in New Zealand, as he unpacks the Word of God, explores the depths of grace, and leads you to encounter Christ, the Word made flesh.

"Interviewing Spirits, Channeling Insight".

From Beyond is a podcast about consciousness, metaphysics, and a wide variety of provocative spiritual topics. Join psychic Cindy Riggs and a variety of spiritual “guest speakers” and human guest hosts as they explore the realms of mysticism and metaphysics. This isn't a New Age instructional, nor is it a debunking show. We don't know what it is, exactly… and that's what makes it fun!

Cindy has been practicing professionally as a Universal Channel and Spiritual Mentor/Consultant since 1997 and is trained in every psychic skill imaginable, including Reiki and Remote Viewing. Beloved by her clients and respected by her peers, she has published multiple books and holds regular public channelings in Columbus, Ohio.

🎶 Tim Cooney | SunTurtle Studios 🎨

From the windswept shores of Massachusetts to the vibrant creative pulse of California, I’m Tim Cooney — singer-songwriter, multimedia artist, and lifelong storyteller. My work weaves together raw honesty and melodic soul, capturing moments of truth, reinvention, and resilience. Whether you’re hearing echoes of folk-rock, whispers of indie pop, or the rhythm of personal revelation, my songs reflect a life lived boldly and an artist’s heart laid bare.

🎙️ Explore original songs, live performances, and the stories behind the music that power my memoir, The Journeyman — a journey of love, loss, and reinvention.

💫 Follow for new releases, rare recordings, and a front-row seat to my evolving creative world.
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