Resources on Robert Barron

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Robert Barron preaches on the gospel and the end of the world, reminding us that apocalypse means literally "unveiling." The end of the world is the revealing of something new, in Christ.

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Preaching, Resurrection, Sermon, Apocalypse

The Hour Has Come

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Robert Barron's audio homily on John 12:20-33 notes Jesus' emphasis on self-emptying and sacrifice and death as the way to eternal life, in contrast to others' expectations for his kingship.

John 12:20-33

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Death, Glory, Sacrifice, Jesus

Lazarus, Come Out

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Robert Barron's homily on the raising of Lazarus in John 11:1-45 emphasizes that Jesus can deliver us from whatever spiritual death-like state in which we are stuck. (Length: 15:16)

John 11:1-45

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Death, Jesus, Resurrection, Ezekiel

Let Him Go

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Lazarus, after four days in his tomb, represents someone who is totally dead spiritually. Jesus calls Lazarus, and all of us, back to life. A sermon on John 11:1-45 by Robert Barron. (Length: 14:02)

John 11:1-45

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Death, Lent, Resurrection, Sin

No Fear of Death

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

It is only through the journey into Christ's death and resurrection that we can effectively conquer the fear of death, which tends to cramp us spiritually. A sermon podcast from Romans 6:3-11 by Bishop Robert Barron.

Romans 6:3-11

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Death, Fear, Crucifixion, Catholic

God Did Not Make Death

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

This homily by Robert Barron on the Wisdom of Solomon 1:13-15, 2:23-24 describes how Christ enables us to face the psychological and spiritual experience known to sinners as death with trust, rather than fear.

Wisdom of Solomon 1:13-15, 2:23-24

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Death, Fear, Mary, Trust

Three Easter Lessons

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

If Jesus didn’t rise from the dead, Christianity is a fraud; if Jesus did rise from the dead, then he must be the absolute center of our lives. A podcast on John 20:1-9 by Robert Barron....

John 20:1-9

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Easter, Jesus, Resurrection, Death

The Empty Grave

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this Easter homily based on John 20:1-9, Robert Barron reflects on the surprising nature of the resurrection. (Length: 14:20)

John 20:1-9

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Resurrection, Grave, Death

All Souls' Day and the Mystery of Immortality

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this homily, Robert Barron reflects on how experiences with death point to the truth that we are meant to be born out of this world and into the hands of God.

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Birth, Death, Mystery, Truth

Are You Not Aware?

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In Romans 6:3-11, Paul reminds us that baptism means an immersion into Christ's death. Only through this journey into Christ's death and resurrection we can conquer the fear of death. A podcast by Robert Barron.

Romans 6:3-4, 8-11

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Death, Baptism, Fear

A New Creation

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this Easter day homily on John 20:1-9, Bishop Robert Barron explores how John's Gospel presents the resurrection as the re-creation of all that has been subjected to death.

John 20:1-9

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Easter, Creation, Resurrection, Death

Paul’s Farewell Discourse to Timothy

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

A sermon on 2 Timothy 4:6-8 by Robert Barron, who describes Paul's parting advice to his young colleague after pouring his life out like a libation, having fought the good fight. (Length 15:03)

2 Timothy 4:6-8

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Paul, Timothy, Race, Fight Of Faith

The Lessons of Qoheleth

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this homily, Robert Barron unpacks Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:18-23 and Luke 12:13-21, explaining how both reveal the ephemeral nature of life and the need to set our hearts on what is eternal: God himself.

Ecclesiastes 1:2, 2:21-23; Luke 12:13-21

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Materialism, Death, Eternity, Freedom

Cut It Off or Cut It Out

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this sermon by Robert Barron on Matthew 5:29-30, Jesus certainly manages to get our attention with his words. Are you willing to eliminate things from your life that compromise your relationship with God? (Length: 14:57)

Matthew 5:29-30

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Sacrifice, Spiritual Direction, Death, Sin

A Ransom for the Many

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Sin is imprisonment, but in the dying and rising of Jesus, we are freed. What frees us is God's solidarity with us in fear, even fear of death. A sermon on Mark 10:35-45 by Robert Barron....

Mark 10:35-45

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Death, Fear, Jesus, Freedom

Lazarus and the Power of Death

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Based on John 11:1-44 where Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead, Robert Barron preaches on death and its temporary power. (Length: 14:55)

John 11:1-44

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Death, Lazarus, Resurrection

To Have and To Be

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Drawing from Ecclesiastes 1:1-2:23 and Luke 12:13-21, this audio sermon by Robbert Barron discusses the value of improving the moral and spiritual character of the immortal soul over seeking material wealth that will pass away.

Ecclesiastes 1, 2:1-23; Luke 12:13-21

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Maturity, Vanity, Soul, Materialism

Treating Death as a Trifle

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

John 11:38-44 tells the story of Lazarus being raised from the dead. In this story we learn that sin is a kind of death, and that through Jesus, death is not the end.

John 11:38-44

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Death, Jesus, Resurrection, Gospel

Dealing With the Mess

Robert Barron | Word on Fire

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Life is marked by conflict, division, and inextricably difficult situations. But Mark 11:1-10 begins a narrative which will end with the resurrection and a promise: It will not always be this way.

Mark 11:1-10

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Death, Mercy, Conflict