St. Alexius (17 July): Love of God Will is Going to Guide You in the Right Direction

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The life of St. Alexis (Alexius), the Man of God, is one of the most astonishing stories in Christian history. Born into a wealthy Roman family, Alexis abandoned wealth, privilege, and even his own wedding night to follow God's call. After living as a poor beggar in Syria for 17 years, he secretly returned home—only to spend another 17 years living beneath his parents' staircase without being recognized. This homily explores the mystery of vocation, obedience, humility, suffering, and God's often unexpected plans for those who seek holiness. St. Alexis reminds us that sanctity is not about comfort or recognition, but about faithfully following Christ wherever He leads. Whether you're discerning your vocation, struggling to understand God's will, or seeking inspiration from the saints, this reflection offers timeless wisdom rooted in Catholic tradition. "The best penance is accepting the difficulties God Himself sends us." May St. Alexis pray for all who desire to surrender completely to God's holy will. Topics Covered The life of St. Alexis Why he left his bride on his wedding night Living in poverty for Christ The hidden life of holiness Catholic teaching on vocation God's will and suffering Humility and sanctity Following Christ without recognition 0:00 Introduction 0:14 Who was St. Alexis? 0:38 Raised in wealth but desired holiness 1:04 Parents arrange his marriage 1:19 The runaway groom 1:45 Seventeen years as a beggar in Syria 2:01 The miraculous image of Our Lady 2:26 Why saints don't seek recognition 3:00 God continually challenges His saints 3:31 Returning home as an unknown beggar 3:54 Living beneath his parents' staircase 4:09 His true identity revealed after death 4:24 Why St. Alexis' vocation seems so unusual 4:56 God's unique call for every soul 5:38 Accepting God's will in daily life 6:09 The many ways God leads His people 6:32 Love, suffering, and authentic holiness 6:58 Final prayer to St. Alexis Please remember to say 3 Hail Marys for the priest 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 Support Catholic Businesses here - https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ Sensus Fidelium Press - https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ Sensus Fidelium Apps - https://sensusfidelium.tv/ Support Sensus Fidelium - https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 🙏🏻PLEASE HELP OUR CHANNEL GROW 🙏🏻 ▶️ 1. Become a Channel Patron: https://www.patreon.com/SensusFidelium ▶️ 2. Visit the website https://www.sensusfidelium.us for Gueranger, Saint of the Day, Apologetics, Meditation by the Saints, Scripture Study and more. ▶️ 3. BitChute --- https://www.bitchute.com/channel/Sensus_Fidelium/ ▶️ 4. LBRY.tv --- https://lbry.tv/@SensusFidelium:c ▶️ 5. UGETube - https://videos.utahgunexchange.com/@Sensus%20Fidelium ▶️ 6. Paypal, Bitcoin, Anedot, Stripe, Square & PO Box donations - https://sensusfidelium.us/donate-support/ ▶️ 7. YouTube: Click Subscribe, then Click "Notification Bell" = 🔔 Please "Like" our videos so that Youtube shares it to others by clicking the "Like" thumbs-up under the video = 👍🏻 ▶️ 8. Please share this video 📲, and help others find Christ inside the Catholic Church! Please share this video on Facebook and Twitter using the share button. ▶️ 9. Follow on Social Media: 🔴 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SensusFidelium/ 🔴 Sensus Fidelium Twitter: https://https://twitter.com/Sensus_Fidelium 🔴 YouTube: Click Subscribe, then Click "Notification Bell" = 🔔 ▶️ 10. Follow on iTunes: 🔴 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sensus-fidelium-catholic-podcast/id1477010758 #StAlexis #SaintAlexis #Catholic #CatholicSaints #SaintOfTheDay #CatholicFaith #Vocation #GodsWill #Humility #Holiness #ChristianLife #CatholicTeaching #SpiritualLife #FollowChrist #CatholicHomily

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• Love & Compassion
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