Render Unto Caesar: Faith, Family & the Will of God | Homily on Blessed Charles of Austria

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“Render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God.” How should Catholics balance loyalty to their country with obedience to God? This Catholic homily explores Christian citizenship, the mission of the laity, and the vital role of families in carrying the faith into the world. Through the example of Blessed Karl of Austria and Empress Zita, we are challenged to seek God’s will in marriage, public life, suffering, and the decisions of each day. The preacher reflects on Christ’s answer concerning the tribute to Caesar, the witness of St. Thomas More, and the courage required to uphold Catholic teaching under pressure. He also considers Paul VI’s Humanae Vitae, St. John Paul II’s moral witness, and God’s providence working through history. Blessed Karl and Zita’s marriage, their eight children, their efforts for peace, and their fidelity through poverty and exile offer a powerful example for Christian families. Will we put our own will first—or give God our loyalty, obedience, and hearts? 00:00 Render to Caesar—and to God 00:19 St. John Paul II and Blessed Karl of Austria 00:44 Loyalty to earthly rulers and obedience to God 01:16 The mission of the Catholic laity 01:37 Families as the foundation of society 02:01 Following Christ amid opposition 02:25 Communicating the truth about marriage and family 03:39 The need for informed Catholics 04:13 Why the world still cares what the Church teaches 05:38 Paul VI and Humanae Vitae 06:10 St. John Paul II’s moral witness 06:46 The question posed to Jesus 07:36 The temptation to compromise 07:53 Christ’s answer: whose image is on the coin? 08:30 Duties toward Caesar and toward God 08:53 Biblical lessons about obedience and worship 09:53 Cyrus and God’s providence in history 11:08 Blessed Karl and Empress Zita 11:28 Marriage, children, and Catholic formation 12:02 Seeking peace during World War I 12:18 Exile and Karl’s final prayers 13:06 We need more Karls and Zitas 13:21 St. Thomas More: God’s servant first 13:34 Families as the domestic Church 14:07 Fidelity through suffering 14:41 Our responsibility to follow God’s will 15:00 Honor your nation; give your heart to God 15:23 Choosing God in the spiritual battle 15:59 Invocation of Blessed Karl and final blessing REFLECT ON THESE QUESTIONS • Do I seek God’s will before acting? • Can I explain the faith with clarity and charity? • Does my family’s daily life reflect our Catholic beliefs? • Am I willing to remain faithful when obedience becomes difficult? Blessed Karl of Austria, pray for us. St. Thomas More, pray for us. Explore the Sensus Fidelium app: https://sensusfidelium.tv #RenderUntoCaesar #CatholicHomily #BlessedCharlesOfAustria #FaithAndPolitics #CatholicFaith #Homily #CatholicFamily #ChristianDiscipleship #StJohnPaulII #HumanaeVitae #CatholicChurch #SpiritualReflection #CatholicTeaching #EmpressZita #DivineWill #CatholicInspiration #CatholicYouTube #CatholicSermon #ChristianFamilyLife #CatholicSaints We need more people praying first and acting second. For more please visit https://www.stacharlotte.com/homilies & remember to say 3 Hail Marys for the priest & for his parish https://stbasil.weebly.com/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

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• Faith
• Purpose & Calling
• Children & Family
• Christian Living
• Blessing & Favor