"On Purpose: Your Destiny" | Feast of the Presentation of the Lord (Fr. Mike's Homily)
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Hey, guys! If you have time and are willing to, I would appreciate it if you could pray for me and my vocation. I've been feeling a tug towards the priesthood for a long time but have not wanted to give up my own will and pride for my life. I want to choose God's Will over my own, but I also have the fleshly side of myself, of which I have given too much time and power. I often say I want to choose God's Will, but I do what I want. Please pray for me, that that will change, that I will begin to do God's Will and deny my flesh
I try to visualise a mighty angel at my side as often as I can (of which there is for all of us, ofcourse). I look at his virtue and strength, and as he is a loyal friend I speak to him as a friend. I tell him that I fall so short, but I seek to please God and do His Holy Will. I tell the angel that I take great inspiration from him and ask him to help me be like him in so far as a man can be. This helps me to do good things for God. The angel doesn't want us to become an athletic machine, or gather accolades or grow in 'self'. The angel wants to see us progress in holiness and every virtue, in love of God and neighbour. In following God's Laws and bearing good fruit.
Try to do this in your own way when you feel feeble in your spirit, when you feel like you've become despondent. Also, pray the Chaplet of St.Michael if you can, the Angelic choirs help in different domains and they will help you for sure by God's grace. It goes without saying too that you should consecrate yourself to Our Blessed Mother and place your life into Her Immaculate Heart.
May God bless you my friend
Prayers for you brother.
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@ @bradal96
@cooloftheevening
Thank you, guys! I appreciate your advice and kind words!
just spend time with the one who's beckoning your soul..we are the company we keep..Eucharistic Adoration
My oldest son passed 3 years ago, days after I was sitting in my bedroom talking to the Lord how many times I had preached to youths about God’s plan for each of us and now my son’s life had ended without knowing what was his mission in life. As I was processing this thought with my husband someone knocking at the door, we open the door and it’s one of my son’s long time friend. He had flowers and in our conversation says to us,” You know, I wish you could see all the post your son’s friends have shared on social media. He had a mission and Im able to see that mission by reading the way he touched all their lives- our lives.” I knew then God was answering what I had questioned earlier. I thanked him for sharing that with me since I had just thought about my son’s mission earlier that day. All Glory be to God 🙌🏽
That's so beautiful, thank you for sharing it with us, God is truly amazing 🥺🙌🏻
PRAISE GOD
I am sorry for your loss. And I am very very happy you gained so much more❤
Beautiful share
May your son rest in the perpetual Light with all the souls of the faithful.
Do what you know where you are. Such wise words to live by, Father Mike. Another great homily today, full of encouragement to make us better Christians and to live according to God's will for our lives. Help me, Lord Jesus, to hear you when you speak to me.
Theodore Roosevelt famously said, “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” I have always turned to GOD and this quote to remind me when things get tough, start where I am. Mother Teresa said, "Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love." Thank you for the reminder, Father Mike!
“Do what you can, with what YOU have, where you are” 👍🙌
Same here!!! Thank you for reminding me.
Thank you, Fr. Mike and all those who made this video possible! 🙏
The greatest thing I ever did was have eight babies!! Now all adults with children of their own. 25 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren!!
You're very lucky because I was only blessed with two children and my adult son died five years ago. I'll only have three grandchildren.
You are without a doubt living a Blessed life!!! Congrats! May you & yours continue to Walk in The Way!!! Peace be with you!!!❤
I’m not Catholic (I’m Protestant) but I literally love it here! I learn so much about Jesus and I appreciate the structure… it’s been helpful for my walk with God, especially as I’ve been fasting this Lent season.
Bring my adult sons back to our Lord .. I would feel be greatest thing ever for me
Also my daughter 🙏
Ditto for my son and daughter!
I also pray that my two daughters come back to the Catholic church along with all of our children who have fallen away. 🙏
Thanks!
" We can do No great things, Only small things With great love!"
----Mother Terasa
I am a Protestant, but I always enjoy your sermons. Denominations aside, we are the body of Christ.
Im a Protestant too…your message of unity is beautiful
STAY AWAY FROM CATHOLICISM -
IT TEACHES A DIFFERENT GOSPEL AND A FALSE JESUS
THIS IS A DEMONIC SATANIC RELIGION THAT TEACHES A WORKS BASED SALVATION WITH NO GURANTEE OF SALVATION WHICH IS NOT BIBLICAL!
THE POPE, PRIESTS AND RELIGIOUS LEADERS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH ARE FALSE PROPHETS
FALSE TEACHERS WHO NULLIFY THE COMMANDMENTS OF GOD WITH THEIR TRADITIONS, FAKE Ecumenical COUNCILS AND HUMAN "WISDOM"
THIS IS MAN-MADE FALSE RELIGION
THEY USE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST AND HIS NAME IN VAIN FOR THEIR OWN POWER AND FALSE SYSTEM
STAY AWAY
To all reading: God bless you. Never lose trust in HIM. You are here, on this beautiful planet, for a purpose. Never forget how much he loves you.
Glory to God.
I often think about what Mother Teresa said, “Not all of us are called to great things, but we can do small things with great love.” 💗
DO WHAT YOU KNOW, WHERE YOU ARE.
Powerful message, thank you Fr. Mike 🙏🏼
Your Vocation - 'Is where Your deepest yearning meets the World's deepest need'
The Spirit touched me deeply through your words. God Bless you Father Mike and may God continue to wrap you in His protection.
Pray for the dead and salvation of souls🙏
give my life for my wife and children while actively pursuing Jesus.
I will pray for your strength gou are amazing
Thank you, Fr Mike! Your homilies are so engaging and meaningful! I felt called to attend law school about 10 years ago and ignored it for a little while. I’m now in the throes of studying for the bar and your opener really caught my attention! I’ve wondered why, what am I supposed to do with a law degree at this stage of my life…was it really even a calling??? God sent you…so I will do what I can with what I have. Thank you.
The greatest thing I’ll ever do is be myself and know what’s not for me is not for me with no hate in my heart.
Thank you Father, at the end of last month, i resigned to care for my sick husband full time. Your sermon is so timely & wonderful ❤
Fr. Mike…wow! What a beautiful message. Thank you for this! 🙏💜
Thank you Father Mike. Once again you have been able to put my mind, heart and soul back on track.
After practicing Physical Therapy for 20 years I am no longer to continue that purpose due to an injury…
My decreased income has caused me to move back in with my parents… who seem to have put their aging in overdrive.
I have now essentially become their caregiver.
I’ve been struggling with no longer being a career woman and home owner.
But… after your homily…. maybe I understand, and accept, my new purpose with more understanding.
You are honoring your father and your mother. That is one of the 10 Commandments.
Great inspiration for any age! Fr. Mike, keep meeting what the world deeply needs with what you know & where you are at this moment! Thank you, Holy Spirit for Fr. Mike! ❤🔥
Knowing God.
God’s characters/Attributes/Personalities
CREATOR:
Omnipotent (All powerful)
Omnipresent (Ever-Present)
Omniscient ( All- Knowing)
Sovereign ( In Control)
SAVIOR:
Love, Merciful, Faithful, and Unchanging
JUDGE:
Holy, Truth, Righteous, and Just
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Thank you Father Mike, i needed to hear this today, perfect timing, God bless you❤
The greatest thing I've ever done, i am currently still doing. Im a father. My father left me and my younger siblings when i was 7 years old. He was my hero then, and he ran away. I will never do that to mine. Never.
I love your homilies Father Mike ❤🙏🏼 God Bless you
Thank you for the blessing of fellowship and the opportunity to serve you and others through our church. Amen, where are you watching us from Mrs Jennifer?
God bless you Father Mike for gifting us God's Holy Word which
Guides our path to follow Jesus Holy Will.
"It's not about what you accomplish, but who you become."
One of the greatest homily’s I’ve ever heard ❤ Thank you Father Mike!!! God Bless You!!
Agree🙏🏽
19:44 God loves you and knows you better than you know yourself ❤
I am the only child of parents who suffered much during the war.. My mother (polish) was taken to Siberia and was eventually released . So I know that God had a plan But my husband committed suicide and left me with 3 children to bring up. I remarried and my husband died after 10 years with a brain haemmorrage. . Life has not been easy as I worked as a teacher for over 16 years. My daughters are having real problems - all I can do is Pray for His mercy
What a sad story you have, I pray your daughters will be better, and you all live the rest of your lives together, and happy 🙏🙏
Sending love and prayers. Please pray for the Cox family as we desperately need prayers. God bless you 🙏
Dear Lina, pray to Our Lady of Sorrows. There can sometimes be poison in our family tree through generational curses. Sounds crazy or unusual for a Catholic, but I truly believe our ancestors can defile the beauty of God's mercy. Though I also believe in the Lord Jesus' great mercy, you can try consulting an exorcist priest because it might be an infestation. God bless you and I pray for you and your family. Viva Cristo Rey! ❤️🔥
Jesus I surrender myself to you, you take care of it. Pray ten times a day.. And pray rosary.
May God give you strength to stay faithful to his timing for everything to get better according to his plan. Praying for you in Jesus name 🙏
Thank you Father. May the Lord keep using you as His instrument 🙏🏼
Wow, thank you Fr. Mike for your vocation. Your words are so beautiful and your message so clear. Thank God for Fr. Mike🙏🏻
Father Mike thank you , your homilies are so truthful. God has a purpose for all.
I listen to you on Hallow. Studying the word of God with you is always a blessing. God bless you Padre
Great guidance as usual. Thank you, Father Mike!
Dear Lord, As Your children begin this Sunday morning, I come before you, seeking renewal in their mind, body, and spirit. I ask that you fill them with your peace and mercy and help let go of any burdens that are weighing them down. May your Holy Spirit wash over your children cleansing their heart and refreshing their souls Amen 🙏 how close are you to God?
bruhhh this is exactly what i needed to hear this week. aint no way fr mike and i arent somehow connected... God. thank You God
Thank You Fr Mike just what I needed, I will listen to this multiple times.
Thank you for the blessing of fellowship and the opportunity to serve you and others through our church. Amen, where are you watching us from Mrs Nancy?
I thank God for leading me to your videos.
Thank you Father
I am working on it to become a saint
God bless and love you
To help people believe in themselves as worthy of decency, if nothing else.
Fr Mike, you hit that homily out of the park!
Love this message! Love this series! Thank you, Father Mike, and God bless you for all you do!
Thank you Father Mike , as usual u pop up on my feed with an answer to what i was praying about almost every time.❤️🙏🕊️🕯️
Thank the Good Lord for Father Mike!🙏🏽 The Lord speaks to me through your beautiful homilies. Bless you Father❤
Very encouraging, thank you!
Thank you, Fr. Mike. Your homilies are so worthwhile, so beautiful and brings us closer to God. God bless you always.
Thank you Father. "Do what you know, where you are." That helps me soo much with some of the questions I am dealing with.
21:05 - Luke 16:10 - One who is rfaithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much.
In the liturgy, the peace of those who pray is the extension of the peace of Christ. It is not enough to hear that we must live according to the divine will, but we need to be guided step by step, in order to overcome the giants of sin and advance in virtue. Without the communion of love, the world is nothing but sadness. If the world would live in this love, it would know eternal life.
"... for her and her husband ..." referring to the marriage counseling you gave to that lady questioning her vocation. Thank you, Father Mike, for your advice to her.
Thank you for the blessing of fellowship and the opportunity to serve you and others through our church. Amen, where are you watching us from Mrs Elizabeth?
I really needed this today, thank you and God Bless you Fr. Mike!💗
Thank you for the blessing of fellowship and the opportunity to serve you and others through our church. Amen, where are you watching us from Mrs Elana ?
This resonates with me! We are not the "GREAT" main character, Jesus Is!
Thank you Father Mike for this homily ! As I'm approaching my mid 50s, I often felt like a failure that I've not achieve anything in my career & personal life and felt lost. I've been praying to God to help guide me on the right path and finding my life's purpose. I feel like my prayers has been answered with this homily. Thank you ! 🙏🏼✨✝
Hey! I have been feeling the same way! Like a failure! And yes Father Mike's homily feels like God is showing me the way! 😊 " Do what you know where you are" Peace brother in Christ
Thank you Fr Mike! Love your homilies, they always hit so close to home 😊.
Thank you for this wonderful, comforting homily! "Do what you know, where you are." So many times I have worked on a project that didn't work out, or given a presentation which seemed to fall flat, or taught a lesson that seemed like no one understood it. But now I can look back and think " I did what I knew , where I was." And maybe not be so discouraged. Thank you!
Wonderful homily Father Mike thank you.
The greatest thing I think I ever do (even if I couldn't probably even was able to to without God's strength) is to surrender everything to God
Thank you for this.
Listening to you has cleared my mind more than you can imagine. Even my kids will benefit from this message.
God keep blessing you. You have being a true pastor in my life and I don’t even know you but be sure that our lord has talked to me countless times through your homilies and podcast.
God bless you Fr Mike! A wonderful message to hear today. 🙏🏻❤️
you do what you know where you are yes fr mike
The greatest thing I can do is save souls. All the greatest glory to God.
Thank you for the blessing of fellowship and the opportunity to serve you and others through our church. Amen, where are you watching from Cynthia?
@MikeSchmitz-b8r chula vista ca
Father I want you to know that your sermon came from the holy spirit. It spoke loudly to me. An answered prayer. God spoke through you. Thank you God, thank you Holy Spirit, Thank you Father
brought my 4 children into this world…turns out that they are changing this world as adults (even young they touched many people)…. BEST THING I EVER DID
This is amazing. Thank you Fr. Mike!
Much needed message. Thank you! 🙏🏽
The greatest thing i can do is
Thank you so much
Very good sermon it makes you think.
I got so much out of this homily and am so thankful I listened to you while organizing my room! I have wrote down the simple steps you suggested and say to myself daily, Do what you know, where you are. This has also helped me with a few things I have been personally wrestling with. I shared the summary of your homily with both of my son's ages 25 and 27. I am so thankful for you and your homilies. Blessings, Wren
I have been doing RIY and I learned how to pray in English (only knew how to pray in Spanish). I’ve been learning how to be the best person I can be through God and I really needed to hear this. I know that God’s plan is better than anything I can ask for.
Please pray for my mother Anne marie for the pain in her legs and for my brother Robert who has burn injuries
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God bless you! I will say a prayer… God is good.✝️
Yes I pray 🙏📯
Do I know where I am, so profound, so simple, thank you Father, now I know 🙏
So simple, beautiful and true message. Thank you Father.
Praying for God's will over your own. Be happy
Just we're witnessing in father Mike Schmidt, his excitement, over joy of his service etc...
Best wishes from Poland 😉
Awesome Sermon.Thank you Father.
This was What I needed to hear , thank you , God bless you
Amen
Thanks Father Mike. I prayed earlier and asked my guardian angel to help me find what it is I should be looking for bc I have this longing in my heart like I should be doing more. But you're right, I need to do what I know where I am because this is where God wants me. May God bless us all. ❤
Fr that quote is powerful and deeply meaningful!
Thank you for the blessing of fellowship and the opportunity to serve you and others through our church. Amen, where are you watching us from Mrs Sandra?
Fantastic homily Father Mike, thank you! It really hit home!
Thank you Mike, it was very encouraging, love it . God bless you ❤
Thank you Father! Needed to hear this today!
Amazing homily x praise the lord x thank you fr x
Just be myself when I present myself to God, trusting in Him to guide my thoughts, words and actions
My Lord and My God I Trust In You 🙏
Thank you Father for your beautiful message God bless you
Beautifully proclaimed, very encouraging. Thank you🙏
Good advise, Thanks!
Thank you Fr. You have totally made sense of my life.
The greatest thing we could ever do is love one another as God has loved us. His love is a gift to us, so we are suppose to reflect that in our love for others. Thanks Fr. Mike 🙏
Wow this gave me so much peace, thank you Fr Mike for your guidance
Amen father blessings always
Really a great homily as always. Fr.Mike you are the best. 🙏
Thank you so much, Fr. Mike. Just exactly what I needed to hear. Fr. Mike, I'm being recruited as a catechist. My problem is the priest requires me to demonstrate teaching. I'm too shy. I might get bullied if I mess up. I'm considering not joining instead.
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Hello Jen.
Needed this ❤️
Amen 🙏🏽❤ Thank you Father Mike!
Needed to hear this 🙏🏻🙌🏻😊
Thank you for rhis message. I am so frustrated and scared about what is going on in our country. Every day, Trump, Elon, and the Republican/MAGA followers do something to further divide and destroy our nation. I am saddened that religious communities helped bring bring this hatefilled administration into power. All of us except the rich will suffer. So, now I am praying and reading the Bible for some understanding. I have been following the Bible in a Year podcast. 1 Samuel 8, in which Israel asks for a King, resonates with me. "And in that day you will cry out because of your king, whom you have chosen for yourselves; but the Lord will not answer you in that day."