"All That the father Gives Me Will Come to Me"

In "All That the Father Gives Me Will Come to Me," Fr. Matthias Shehad explores Christ’s teaching on repentance and acceptance. He reflects on the biblical understanding of who is welcomed by God after repentance, highlighting examples such as the adulterous woman, the repentant thief, and St. Peter who denied Christ. Fr. Matthias contrasts genuine repentance with insincere repentance, illustrated by King Saul’s story, and discusses the consequences of prioritizing earthly desires over God’s calling, as seen in Esau’s example. The sermon also covers those rejected by God, including people who harm others’ faith, those who withhold forgiveness, and those who perform miracles without true submission to God’s will. Fr. Matthias emphasizes the need for sincere repentance, responsibility for one’s sins, and a heart aligned with God’s commandments rather than outward appearances. The message calls for self-examination and trust in God’s mercy.