Silence does not have to be a bad thing, even the silence of God. Quick to listen and slow to speak is biblical, according to James. The gifts of reflection and pondering seem lost in our impulsive, ready, fire, aim culture. There are times when silence is wisdom. Have you considered the deliberateness of God? During the Lord’s quietness, He can communicate some of the most profound truths if you’re willing to listen. Whether speaking or not, we must trust the Lord’s wisdom because life does not function formulaically—a speaking God is good, but a quiet God is not.

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The Uncomfortable Benefit of God Being Silent

This Palm Sunday homily centers on Jesus' quotation of Psalm 22 on the cross, specifically his anguished cry of abandonment. Fr Blair explains that while seemingly scandalous for the Son of God, this act reveals Jesus' profound humanity and solidarity with suffering humanity. By reciting the psalm, which transitions from lament to trust, Jesus not only expressed his own pain but also adopted the cries of all who feel forsaken, offering a model for prayer in times of distress. Ultimately, the homily emphasizes that even in apparent divine silence, God remains present, offering hope and redemption, a message reinforced by the example of the repentant criminal and the broader themes of trust, remembrance of God's faithfulness, and the power of prayer found within the Psalms.

Homily - Palm Sunday 2025

Rick launched the Life Over Coffee global training network in 2008 to bring hope and help for you and others by creating resources that spark conversations for transformation. His primary responsibilities are resource creation and leadership development, which he does through speaking, writing, podcasting, and educating.

In 1990 he earned a BA in Theology and, in 1991, a BS in Education. In 1993, he received his ordination into Christian ministry, and in 2000 he graduated with an MA in Counseling from The Master's University. In 2006 he was recognized as a Fellow of the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC).

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