“The Roots of Sin and the Victory of Grace” – Homily – 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A

In this homily, Fr Michael reflects on the Second Reading from Romans and the reality of original sin. Why do pride and jealousy lie at the root of so much suffering? Why does modern culture often speak little about sin while being surrounded by its effects? Beginning with the insight that the human person is made for God and for others, Fr Michael explores how sin turns us inward upon ourselves, replacing trust in God with self-reliance and love of neighbour with jealousy and division. Yet the Gospel is ultimately good news: Christ has already conquered sin through the Cross and shows us the path back to freedom. This homily is a practical reflection on pride, jealousy, grace, redemption, and the quiet triumph of goodness in a noisy world.