St. Matthew the Evangelist (21 September): Listen for the Call of God

About this sermon

Saint Matthew left the tax office when Jesus Christ spoke two life-changing words: “Follow Me.” On the Feast of Saint Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, this Catholic sermon examines his conversion, the divine inspiration of Scripture, God’s call to every soul, and the importance of answering one’s vocation without delay. Once a despised tax collector, Matthew became an Apostle, Evangelist, missionary, and inspired author of the Gospel. His transformation reveals the mercy of Christ, who came not to confirm sinners in their sins, but to call them to repentance and new life. The sermon also explains the Catholic teaching on biblical inspiration found in Dei Verbum: God employed human authors without suppressing their intelligence or abilities, ensuring that Sacred Scripture teaches what He intended. Catholics are therefore encouraged to become people of God’s Word by reading Scripture faithfully. Saint Matthew’s immediate obedience presents a challenge to every Christian. Christ still calls men and women to holiness, conversion, marriage, priesthood, and religious life. Grace should not be met with excuses or endless delay. Like Matthew, we must arise and follow Him. “The truth shall set you free.” — John 8:32 Saint Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, pray for us! 00:00 Introduction 00:41 Feast of Saint Matthew 00:50 Matthew’s life and background 01:07 The tax collector at Capernaum 01:14 Jesus says, “Follow Me” 01:31 Matthew’s humility and Gospel 02:03 Christ, the promised Messiah 02:20 The writing of Matthew’s Gospel 02:37 Divine inspiration of Scripture 02:44 Dei Verbum and biblical authorship 03:45 Catholics and daily Scripture reading 04:00 Mercy, sinners, and conversion 04:40 Christ calls every person 05:39 Prompt obedience to God’s vocation 06:02 No one who looks back is fit 06:20 Saint Thomas Aquinas on religious life 07:00 The danger of delaying God’s call 07:35 Proclaiming the Word of God 07:59 Our own country as mission territory 08:24 “The truth shall set you free” 08:50 “Who do you say that I am?” 09:05 Christ’s infinite love 09:27 Saint Matthew’s generous response 09:45 Our daily fiat with Our Lady 10:03 Closing reflection and prayer For more please visit https://www.themarianfranciscans.org/ Please sign up at this link https://lifecrusade.org/ #SaintMatthew #Catholic #FeastDay #CatholicChurch #StMatthew #Apostle #Evangelist #CatholicFaith #CatholicHomily #CatholicReflection #Scripture #WordOfGod #JesusChrist #CatholicTeaching 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ 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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• Evangelism