The Christian Life IS Impossible

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  • The call to holiness can feel like an overwhelming challenge. In fact it can seem downright impossible. But in spite of our brokenness, sinfulness and littleness God keeps calling us to "walk on the water" with Him.
    Today Fr. Mike contrasts our "mercenary heart" - which so easily is swayed to pursue the pleasures of the world which draws our gaze away from Jesus - with the "Merciful Heart of Jesus" that seeks to draw us to Himself.
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  • @TheTenCentStory
    @TheTenCentStory ปีที่แล้ว +485

    Fr. Mike Schmitz convinced me to become Catholic.

    • @elizabetharr8551
      @elizabetharr8551 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      thanks be to God

    • @MorreHope
      @MorreHope ปีที่แล้ว +20

      PRAISE BE JESUS!

    • @meihui7767
      @meihui7767 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Amen

    • @colettemccleave4532
      @colettemccleave4532 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      That's so awesome. Please pray for my son Joshua to come back to his Catholic faith.

    • @MorreHope
      @MorreHope ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@colettemccleave4532 Ok will do so. He is always an on-time God; for Joshuah. Amen. I will word that way too; for our community.

  • @pattisiedlicki
    @pattisiedlicki ปีที่แล้ว +247

    I love this saying by St. Faustina: “Oh, my Jesus, you do not give a reward for the successful performance of a work, but for the good will and the labor undertaken.”
    We keep trying our best and trust in Jesus. 🙏 Thank you so much, Father Mike!

    • @JevgenijsMusic
      @JevgenijsMusic ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Pray for us, St. Faustina! 🙏

    • @AlexanderBrown77
      @AlexanderBrown77 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ♥️ Walk in the light ♥️
      1 John 1 kJV
      7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
      1 Peter 1 kJV
      19 But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:
      Romans 3 kJV
      25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;

  • @phylliscoffey7610
    @phylliscoffey7610 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Your message, Father, was God sent. I struggle with scrupulosity, between my reverent fear of the Lord and condemnation. Thank you so much for making me feel loved, accepted and understood by our Savior Jesus!

    • @lauraeklova5783
      @lauraeklova5783 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I struggle with scrupulosity as well so my heart goes out to you. It can be a heavy cross at times, but keep fighting! I’ll keep you in my prayers.

  • @Snouckhurgronje
    @Snouckhurgronje ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Bishop Barron, Fr Mike Schmitz, Jordan Peterson, you guys have my eternal gratitude for bringing me back to the Catholic Church

  • @vizuz
    @vizuz ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Father Mike's authenticity is beautiful and inspiring 🙏

    • @alexanderbrown2717
      @alexanderbrown2717 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ✝️ walk in the light.🩸
      1 John 1 KJV
      7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
      1 Peter 1 KJV
      19 But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:
      Romans 3 KJV
      24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:
      25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
      😭
      2 Corinthians 4 KJV
      3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost:
      4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.
      1 Corinthians 15 KJV
      1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
      2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
      3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
      4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:

    • @jasonzacharias2150
      @jasonzacharias2150 ปีที่แล้ว

      He is our father contemplating, we should be there to assist him, our actual guide

  • @vgraham580
    @vgraham580 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    I needed to hear this today. Thank you, Fr. Mike Schmitz.

    • @bluesky45299
      @bluesky45299 ปีที่แล้ว

      Quran says Allah is “Al-Ahad”(one/indivisible).Deductively, It is impossible for perfection to have parts. Not just the Quran(preserved), but also the old/new testament(not preserved) textually scream oneness of Allah. So, then why believe in trinity and associate two imaginary parts to Allah(one/indivisible/self-sufficient/all-loving)?How could your love/worship be undivided/exclusive only for Allah(the most Exalted) when there are two other equally unique/perfect entities? If three entities are distinct and co-equal/co-eternal, then How do you define “Trinity” as one/undivided (“Al Ahad”)?

    • @jasonzacharias2150
      @jasonzacharias2150 ปีที่แล้ว

      God is so far beyond what we consider "Nobel" but it's absolutely beautiful to recognize each other's contemplations as our creator manifests in all our lives

  • @evanslawrence88
    @evanslawrence88 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Thank you Father Mike! The world needs more good people like you. May God bless you and watch over your loved ones.

  • @humberto4344
    @humberto4344 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    That’s why we have our Lord Jesus to make the impossible possible and God’s name is I AM

    • @JevgenijsMusic
      @JevgenijsMusic ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Praise the Lord! 🙏

    • @MorreHope
      @MorreHope ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The name: "I am" means: - I am - whatever is your request is. I need a Savior. God: whose name is I Am; then becomes - I am/ Your Savior. Both names are acceptable.

    • @womencreatedcalled9688
      @womencreatedcalled9688 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Jesus Saves! …great online name! …but YE are misinformed about the Catholic faith. Unfortunately, your understanding is not based in TRUTH. I pray for you- especially that you will continue to search for Truth, and for the gifts of faith, prudence, wisdom and understanding. God bless you. ❤

    • @MorreHope
      @MorreHope ปีที่แล้ว

      Book of Rev. 19: 12His eyes are like blazing fire, and on his head are many crowns. He has a name written on him that no one knows but he himself.

  • @v-veritas
    @v-veritas ปีที่แล้ว +36

    At the exact moment I needed it most, the Lord has provided me with consoling and uplifting words from Fr Mike. Thank you, and God bless

    • @alexanderbrown2717
      @alexanderbrown2717 ปีที่แล้ว

      1 Timothy 2 KJV
      4 Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.
      ♥️ truth ♥️
      Ephesians 1 KJV
      13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,
      1 Corinthians 15 KJV
      1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
      2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
      3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
      4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
      1 Peter 1 KJV
      19 But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:
      Romans 3 KJV
      24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:
      25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
      Or
      2 Thessalonians 1 KJV
      8 In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ:
      9 Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power;

  • @keith4276
    @keith4276 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    When I hear you speak of your Sundays when you don't get to spend as much time in solitary prayer as you'd like, I think of my life as a first responder and how I recently struggled with my need to do more for a deceased person. I was counseled that God has gifted me with a certain, uncommon strength and mission to serve, that what I sacrifice of myself serves God's purpose and is of great value to the people I serve. To my eyes, all the service you do for parishioners is also a great service to God's purpose and a special kind of prayer that few men are capable of.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

    • @mrutherford5502
      @mrutherford5502 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, so grateful for your comment ❤

  • @bernakinch9781
    @bernakinch9781 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Love it Fr Mike….in January I was praying and asking God what He wanted me to learn this year. 5 times in the same day thru different sources ( and your voice was one of them Fr. Mike) He told me ‘ Apart from me you can do nothing’. So this message continues to resonate in my heart. Trust Him❤️🙏

    • @alexanderbrown2717
      @alexanderbrown2717 ปีที่แล้ว

      2 Thessalonians 1 KJV
      8 In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ:
      9 Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power;
      ✝️ The gospel of your salvation 🩸
      Ephesians 1 KJV
      13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,
      1 Corinthians 15 KJV
      1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
      2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
      3 For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
      4 And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
      1 Peter 1 KJV
      19 But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:
      Romans 3 KJV
      24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:
      25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;

  • @nanafather2425
    @nanafather2425 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Please pray for me. I start to repent. Please bless me with your pray. Thank you.❤

  • @Strive1974
    @Strive1974 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Yeshua have mercy on my weakness. Lord be patient for I am a broken and tired

  • @dzevelalucy
    @dzevelalucy ปีที่แล้ว +9

    When Father Mike said we say "I don't choose Jesus the way I should choose Jesus". I felt it

    • @AlexanderBrown77
      @AlexanderBrown77 ปีที่แล้ว

      Romans 5 kJV
      9 Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.

  • @anneturner2759
    @anneturner2759 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    “ anyways, that’s what I got today”… you’re precious,thank you. I know your heart is extremely tender these days… I understand fully. Peace and light . Peace and light.

  • @phylliscoffey7610
    @phylliscoffey7610 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Father, you are a beautiful gift from above! You are making it so easy for me to hopefully, prayerfully melt the hearts of my family members and friends who left the Catholic faith! Praying constantly that they return home!

  • @marymitchell50
    @marymitchell50 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    God bless you, Fr. Mike! Spent the day visiting my dad in his assisted living home. We had some wonderful bonding time together. I just came across your post awaiting my transportation back up to town. Thank you for your enduring encouragement and hope so needed in this time. You made my day! Thank you for keeping our spirits strong. 🌅💓✝️

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

  • @donnapatelmo316
    @donnapatelmo316 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My human emotions cause me to sin sometimes getting angry over bad people and losing my patience at times i guess it our human weakness I need to pray more to the Holy Spirit 🙏🏼 & yes i need Gods mercy

  • @kbee6078
    @kbee6078 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Father Mike, thank you for your insight and teachings. Most of all, your honesty.

  • @emilymckellar7443
    @emilymckellar7443 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "What I am I give you." That hits the spot.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

  • @theburk_
    @theburk_ ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Father, I doubt you’ll see this, but if you do, this video has touched me. All your videos have touched me, but this one specifically i will remember forever. Thank you for all that you do, God truly gave us a blessing by your being.

  • @culpepper7665
    @culpepper7665 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thank you Father Mike.

  • @mraemartinez
    @mraemartinez ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It really is...but I am gonna die trying...Jesus en ti confio!

  • @TN-bi9qf
    @TN-bi9qf ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Ahhhh! So needed to hear this! Feeling like I’m failing everyday. You’re so right. It is impossible and I give it all to God. I’m going to fill up the water and let God change it into wine! Thank you! Prayers!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @bernerandgoldenmom7143
    @bernerandgoldenmom7143 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Fr. Mike, we all know the Christian life is NOT for the faint of heart. We know from the outset we won't do it perfectly. We trip up; fall a lot. But the faithful get up, just like Jesus did on the way to Golgotha, and get back to it until our mission on this earth is complete, just like He did. People like you, Fr. Mike, are the St. Veronicas in the crowd, helping us along the way at your own sacrifice. You don't sugar coat it: You tell it like it is, but with kindness and real caring, and that means more than words can say. So please, don't be discouraged by those who may misinterpret your enthusiasm and desire to lead us on the right path. I've no doubt the light will dawn on them, through the grace of the Holy Spirit and incession of the prayers that I, and I'm sure many others here, will be offering for them. You and Ascension Presents are a great gift from Our Lord and I am so very grateful for all you've done for me. I'm POSITIVE I'm not alone.

    • @MorreHope
      @MorreHope ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. So true.

  • @paulhornbogen980
    @paulhornbogen980 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Father Mike: The rocking priest. Spent summers in the UP. Bucket list is to surf in the winter in Superior. I love it, a priest that was competitive swimmer. Father, I have said for years, the Dr. Phil training stops here, and you as a priest take it to whole new level. The soul of man combined with common sense psychology. I love a priest with a sense of humor. Keep up the good work.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

    • @paulhornbogen980
      @paulhornbogen980 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AscensionTV. Hello Father Mike. Just an ordinary Catholic dude using his mental health training in what God wants. Father, you have the calling. Just keep doing what your doing. I truly believe Father Mike, we are in a spiritual battle at this point in history. Think of yourself as spritual martial artist, like Bruce Lee or Steven S. We need your voice very much right now. Thanks.

  • @user-kg1zv5xb1m
    @user-kg1zv5xb1m ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Boy did I need to hear this!
    Thank you Father Mike❤🙏🏻✝️

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

  • @marinalina6348
    @marinalina6348 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Scrupulosity always nips at my heels and tries to steal my joy and peace this is a good reminder for those times

  • @mavistamarua675
    @mavistamarua675 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Amen, Amen, Amen!
    I needed to hear this, you're a blessing Fr. Mike. Thankyou very much🙏🏽❤🔥

    • @alexanderbrown2717
      @alexanderbrown2717 ปีที่แล้ว

      ✝️ The gospel of your salvation🩸
      1 Corinthians 15 KJV
      1-4
      Ephesians 1 KJV
      13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,
      Or
      2 Thessalonians 1 KJV
      8 In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ:
      9 Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power;

  • @carolr-wk9cl
    @carolr-wk9cl ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We're only human. It's never going to be perfect. Perfection is a pipe dream. When we know we're not giving as much as we probably should, it's ok. We make up for it so it doesn't become a habit. Jesus, loves us. Including our less than perfect selves.

  • @dawnlapka3782
    @dawnlapka3782 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fr. Mike, it's OK to say what your weaknesses are outside of the confessional after the confession is over. When you get to the place where you can say it outside the confessional that's a pivotal place in your growth and your relationship with Jesus. ❤ Thanks for being a priest.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @firstnamelastname5751
    @firstnamelastname5751 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’m a recent convert, on day 71 of the catechism podcast. THANK YOU Fr. Mike for all you do, your positive attitude is absolutely infectious! Much love from Detroit Michigan!
    Jesus is Lord 🙏🏼

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @user-up3sz6jt5m
    @user-up3sz6jt5m ปีที่แล้ว +8

    So important! Thank you Fr. Mike!

  • @anniemarques460
    @anniemarques460 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Boy, oh boy, this was hard today!!!!
    My patience is thin, little white lies for no real reason, can't let go of past anger at family (just to name a few) are all things I should be able to correct. However, I keep doing the same over and over!
    I feel so inadequate, I feel that my prayers are not enough. When I make time to sit in church with Jesus I don't know what to say or how to say it. So instead of babbling...I just pray. I really don't know how to spend quiet time with Jesus. There's so much to say here but not enough time to say it.
    I wish there was a note that came in the mail from God each day. A report card of sorts. Explaining where I was good and where I need improvement. I realize there would be many red marks on my card, however, I would know and understand what to do different. I'm afraid of getting to the end of life and then it's to late to make corrections.
    Dear Lord Jesus help me!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @kmack_attack
    @kmack_attack ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you Father Mike, I really needed to hear that today. Walking on water is impossible, keeping my eyes on the Lord is impossible, but I trust that God will teach me how to trust Him and Him alone--one step at a time.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @colleennicholson8600
    @colleennicholson8600 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    God bless you father mike

  • @TheFunfolks
    @TheFunfolks ปีที่แล้ว +3

    🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
    To every Good (or trying to be Good) Person !!!!

  • @michaelnims6366
    @michaelnims6366 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That’s why all things can be accomplished through Christ Jesus who gives us strength.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @annmarievalenti9264
    @annmarievalenti9264 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    😢 Thank you Fr. Mike

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @BJ_youtube
    @BJ_youtube ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very true Father. It’s difficult to follow the Ten Commandments but surely not impossible. It’s only possible with prayers.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @matthewvelazquez2013
    @matthewvelazquez2013 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you Fr. Mike. God bless you.

  • @Bigchilezlife
    @Bigchilezlife ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You have a gift Fr.Mike! ❤

    • @MorreHope
      @MorreHope ปีที่แล้ว

      We are blessed.

  • @17CW68fNv
    @17CW68fNv ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Well I would sink. I'm trying to be more aware of the Lord and what He wants. Learning so much through the BIY and CIY podcasts. Through your prayers, Fr Mike, I'm actually becoming more aware of God and understanding our faith better. Thank you for all you are teaching us. Praying for you, God Bless. Claire.

    • @alexanderbrown2717
      @alexanderbrown2717 ปีที่แล้ว

      🩸 Faith 🩸
      Romans 3 KJV
      25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
      🩸all 🩸
      1 John 1 KJV
      7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
      🩸 Grace 🩸
      Ephesians 1 KJV
      7 In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;
      Romans 11 KJV
      6 And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.
      ✝️ The gospel of your salvation 🩸
      1 Corinthians 15 KJV
      1-4
      Ephesians 1 KJV
      13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,
      ♥️know♥️
      1 John 5 KJV
      13 These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.

  • @madams.5976
    @madams.5976 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It does at times, most times, seem impossible. I find myself asking how, how on earth will I be acceptable into heaven. It’s so so disheartening. I HAVE to trust he will meet me where I am and Grace me with his mercy, cuz that’s all I got. I try and try, I listen to BIAY and CIY and honestly it sometimes makes me even more discouraged, so yeah, this is helpful. Very helpful.

  • @carolynsenopole9969
    @carolynsenopole9969 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you Fr. Mike, this is exactly what I needed to hear today. Just more proof that God’s timing is always perfect!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @tracysandoval2338
    @tracysandoval2338 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh my goodness, yep. 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️

  • @FrJohnBrownSJ
    @FrJohnBrownSJ ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam

  • @insymmetrybookkeeping
    @insymmetrybookkeeping ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Fr. Mike, I have to share that for a while I had to step away from watching your videos I love everything you share with us, but I found myself feeling sad and discouraged after listening to you. Although I go to daily mass and do make Jesus the center of my life, I felt like I could never be “good enough”. I clicked on this video with true fear of what I would feel afterwards but actually found myself in tears feeling more encouraged than ever. All I can say is thank you for posting this. If nothing else, one heart received our Lords love in a very special way today. Thank you and may God continue to bless the work you do.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

  • @ffemto4
    @ffemto4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks Fr. Mike.....I needed to hear this. I'm constantly knowing just how miserably i've failed at following Jesus. I try to have a regular prayer life, do the right things, not get distracted by the world......but i constantly fail. i am counting on the mercy of God to not hear, "depart from me....".

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

  • @patricias.7900
    @patricias.7900 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for the pep talk, and the vulnerability. Let’s all just keep swimming. 🐠 😅

  • @MDogSlette
    @MDogSlette ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you Fr. Mike!

  • @christiskingforever2880
    @christiskingforever2880 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you want to swim in Lake Superior, go to Wisconsin point, it's a sandy beach floor...not rocks. The Wisconsin Point (sandbar) is warm in late July and most of August. 🏊‍♂️

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @demarcusrobinson6584
    @demarcusrobinson6584 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was much needed to ease my thoughts on why I keep slipping into a state of sin.

  • @ks7343
    @ks7343 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Your sincere honesty and your giving of yourself to all of us is a wonderful way of choosing Jesus, don’t you think?

  • @dogwithwigwamz.7320
    @dogwithwigwamz.7320 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I`m sure I once read that a French chap had swam the North Atlantic Ocean where it`s width was +/- 3000 miles ( naturally, with a few breaks inbetween the water ). I`m also fairly sure that upon it`s completion / achievement he said that it had practically driven him to madness.

  • @b0banna119
    @b0banna119 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really needed to hear this today, thank you!

  • @cozyhomemakingvibes
    @cozyhomemakingvibes ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amen. Thank you.

  • @Celine-ce6xi
    @Celine-ce6xi ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was really meant for me.... Thank you Fr. Mike Schmitz's. I just came back after my personal prayer. I couldn't really get any answer for my queries...But your words on "Walk on water" did...God bless you Father 😇

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @thediazfamily1586
    @thediazfamily1586 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Jesus, help me! I don't trust in myself, but in You and in Your Goodness and Mercy!" ....then fall into His loving arms and let Him carry you ❤

  • @likelittleflower
    @likelittleflower ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Father Mike, you are always inspiring. Thank you for all your teachings. Although your busy schedules on Sunday deprive you of your quiet time with the Lord, your love for people must please the Lord a lot. Whether you realize it or not, I think as a good shepherd, you "pray" your prayers with your action. That inspires me that even if I am busy, I could try my best to practice the Presence of the Lord by inviting him into the details of my life. That way even if I could not set apart time for formal prayer, I may still think of Him, tell Him about my needs, my concerns, and let the Lord know that I love Him. Thank you for the inspiration.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

    • @mrutherford5502
      @mrutherford5502 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, I too feel the same. ❤

  • @LoveeeeelyM
    @LoveeeeelyM ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you Father Mike 🥺🫶🏻🙏🏻 Thank you for always speaking to my heart & my needs. May our Lord bless you & keep you close 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @kelkabot
    @kelkabot 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I struggle with scrupulosity, but I'm heartened by something a wise priest said to me: "It's not just a self-perfection project. It's about following Jesus so we can love God and others better." For me, the key is getting my eyes off myself and onto others.

  • @kikifiat5021
    @kikifiat5021 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Totally needed to be reminded of this! 🙂

  • @TeresaAvila1
    @TeresaAvila1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm so glad I listened, thank you Fr. Mike

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @ekdujhekeliyeentertainment497
    @ekdujhekeliyeentertainment497 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you, Father .

  • @ht333
    @ht333 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks Father Mike. I was wondering about this during the last few days 😄
    We can never be enough but we can let Jesus be enough ❤
    May God bless you for your service Fr. Mike 💙

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

    • @jonathanstempleton7864
      @jonathanstempleton7864 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love that line about being enough.
      Stealing it 😆
      God bless 🙂

  • @VentiColdbrew_
    @VentiColdbrew_ ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Needed this

  • @sttefaniesteche108
    @sttefaniesteche108 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Praying for you father Mike and all of us. You're such a blessing, praise to the lord always and forever 🙏🏼

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @MorreHope
    @MorreHope ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I like it; is an understatement. Merci-nary vs Merciful. I see a word game. You have mercy and Jesus has Mercy; the only difference is that your "me" is a small "m" and Jesus's "Me" is capital "M."

  • @edavis6146
    @edavis6146 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank for this, Fr. Mike. You change our discouragement in encouragement.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @andiebrodie3936
    @andiebrodie3936 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes please Father, share your struggles with us, because you seem so Holy to me and its hard for us sinners, always failing x

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @hermannugent4279
    @hermannugent4279 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Your words are like iron Father Mike. ❤

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @sigmann66
    @sigmann66 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Amazing. Thank you Father once again for pulling me through slumber, even just for now.

  • @rachelweyenberg4315
    @rachelweyenberg4315 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I needed this today Fr. Mike!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

  • @didicita100
    @didicita100 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You have no idea how much I needed this

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @sueburnett4041
    @sueburnett4041 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Father Mike, this was one of your best videos ever. Thank you!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @lifewithdebe9777
    @lifewithdebe9777 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you Father Mike, I really needed to hear this today😊

  • @ashleymite5118
    @ashleymite5118 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I believe that He wanted me to hear this today and this is His way of telling me that it’s ok and that He’s here for me.

  • @martyvestal1222
    @martyvestal1222 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You always come through for us with your authenticity, wonderful heart, beautiful words, encouragement and hope! I love you, Father Mike. I’m obsessed with your teachings and messages of God’s mercy, grace, and great love for us. May I say, you’re always adorable, too?!!!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @bingobango8777
    @bingobango8777 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amen. Thank you for this video. It’s easy to lose perspective

  • @amypolsinelli7948
    @amypolsinelli7948 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you, Fr. Mike! Exactly what I needed to hear right now!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @emyblair
    @emyblair ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you Fr. Mike. You help me feel very hopeful in Jesus!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @Eden-dt2gh
    @Eden-dt2gh ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I so needed to hear this. I thank you Father Mike. Your help is greatly appreciated.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

  • @najibhashimi
    @najibhashimi ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amen!🙏🙏🕊️

  • @SuzanneIfaluyi-ep4ms
    @SuzanneIfaluyi-ep4ms ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you fr.Mike😊

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @jenlovesjesus
    @jenlovesjesus ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful reflection, Father. Thank you. I always look forward to your videos.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥..

  • @MorreHope
    @MorreHope ปีที่แล้ว +2

    midnight in my time zone; you had no beard; now you have an instant beard. I think the CIY was done ahead of time; to get the big letters on to the screen; so perfectly. Now I realize.

  • @ameerthalgi6390
    @ameerthalgi6390 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes father it is impossible, but what is impossible for man, is possible with god, this emphasizes our christian belief, that god became man so that man can share in God's glory.
    Thank God for he is good✝️
    God bless you father ❤✝️

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @thomasdamico3120
    @thomasdamico3120 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m glad someone actually said it, “the Christian life is impossible.”
    Ironically, stating this makes me feel less discouraged.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ..🔝

  • @RHSTang
    @RHSTang ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I needed this. Thank you.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @kimberlysmiley316
    @kimberlysmiley316 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an incredible relief to know that our Lord uses ALL we have to offer, no matter how small or pitiful, even the negative. YOU are a gift, Father Mike, I pray for you every day and am so thankful that you chose to be a priest, your love really shines through!

  • @lindabartolucciscanlon204
    @lindabartolucciscanlon204 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you Father. I gives me hope. ❤ I pray for you every day. God bless you and keep you always.

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @user-qm5ut1kx3h
    @user-qm5ut1kx3h ปีที่แล้ว +4

    this is really inspiring for me...❤❤❤

  • @theresewallner9027
    @theresewallner9027 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much father Mike! I really needed to hear this today!

  • @donnapatelmo316
    @donnapatelmo316 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you Father for this .. i needed to hear this today 😢

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥.

  • @peterpatterson3435
    @peterpatterson3435 ปีที่แล้ว

    God blessings on you Fr Mike yes a Christian life is Hard but Joyful with Jesus nothing can defeat us through Our Mother Mary Protect all from Evil 🙏🏻🕊📿✝️

  • @prackertracker7189
    @prackertracker7189 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, impressive sermon father mike. God bless you!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @jugeemortel
    @jugeemortel ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I needed to hear this today. Thank you, Fr. Mike. Thank you, Lord Jesus!

    • @AscensionTV.
      @AscensionTV. ปีที่แล้ว

      ʟᴇᴛ'ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ🔝🔝📥

  • @THEsweetlil16
    @THEsweetlil16 ปีที่แล้ว +3

  • @thimygonzalez8838
    @thimygonzalez8838 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Amén 🙏🏻💙