The Most Important Decision in Life | Bishop Robert Barron

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  • Опубликовано: 3 янв 2025

Комментарии • 248

  • @82abhilash
    @82abhilash Год назад +63

    The speech is 5 seconds short of 20 minutes. But will impart to the students wisdom that will guide them for a lifetime. This must go down as one of the greatest speeches in the English language.

  • @BKLYNGIRL222
    @BKLYNGIRL222 Год назад +93

    God bless the students, Hillsdale College, and Bishop Barron.

  • @gmtegirl
    @gmtegirl Год назад +127

    Oh two of my favorites together - Hillsdale and Bishop Barron. This is like a feast for me.

  • @tommoore8726
    @tommoore8726 Год назад +31

    Bravo Hillsdale College for having the intellectual courage and integrity to invite Bishop Barron. Ironically, too many Catholic colleges and universities lack the same courage to invite a speaker such as Bishop Barron.

  • @borrico1965
    @borrico1965 Год назад +53

    So glad to stumble upon this video! Great speech from Bishop Barron talking about Jesus Christ our Lord to the graduates of Hillsdale College.

  • @jimherlihy
    @jimherlihy Год назад +61

    Wonderful address by one of my favorite teachers at an institution I greatly admire, thanks Bishop Barron and President Arn, congratulations to the blessed graduates.

  • @robertbridges4686
    @robertbridges4686 Год назад +108

    I watched this and found it very good, totally relevant to all of us - especially our young people and though I am not a Catholic I found his words comforting and challenging. Good job Hillsdale.

    • @theclapaolini4322
      @theclapaolini4322 Год назад +3

      This is a great spirit of ecumenism .I say it is time to do thus and grow to love all people and respect their beliefs and help them understand our faith and their faith to God who is our Creator and best friend.
      All was wonderful .God send HILLSIDE MANY BLESSINGS

  • @arthurquintana1345
    @arthurquintana1345 Год назад +37

    You know you are living right when you are subscribed to Hillsdale College and Bishop Barron! Thanks Hillsdale for all you do to promote our founding values and ethical standards.

  • @patballmorrison9099
    @patballmorrison9099 Год назад +29

    Outstanding. I have long supported Hillsdale. And now blessed to see my Diocese Bishop Barron there! Just wow! I have followed Bishop Barron, Word on Fire before he was asssigned to our Diocese in MN. I felt we became blessed Beyond! Now with Bishop Barron at Hillsdale a perfect blend.

  • @brianback6136
    @brianback6136 Год назад +86

    So impressed by Hillsdale College's commencement speaker choice! And Bishop Barron is spot on that the Christian world has a common (and very powerful) enemy and only through our united efforts can we take on that enemy - one 'on fire' human soul at a time. God Bless you graduates!!

  • @danielmarai1005
    @danielmarai1005 11 месяцев назад +4

    Love it when Bishop Robert Barron addresses his audiences as "fellow sinners"

  • @562Omar
    @562Omar Год назад +69

    Definitely an eloquent and timely speech delivered by Bishop Barron. Perfect for all Christians - Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestants.

  • @TheCombatartist
    @TheCombatartist Год назад +129

    Wonderfully articulate,erudite speaker. Bravo Hillsdale for your open minded approach and principles regarding commencement speakers.

  • @sylvanbear7125
    @sylvanbear7125 Год назад +55

    Well said. People of good will can differ on doctrinal issues, but none can dismiss the earnestness of a man who is urging young people to consider what is truly valuable.

  • @shiba6923
    @shiba6923 Год назад +54

    Two of my favorites coming together! Beautiful speech, thank you Hillsdale, thank you Bishop Barron, and congratulations to all the students who’ve graduated!!

  • @150WPR
    @150WPR Год назад +31

    How wonderful to have Bishop Barron. I admire Hillsdale College and have taken many online courses and have grown in my own spiritual life. Thank you and God be with the staff and the students.
    shalom

  • @shanecovey1901
    @shanecovey1901 Год назад +26

    What a priviledge everyone has to listen to such a well crafted and spoken speech. God Bless everyone at Hillsdale College. God Bless Bishop Robert Barron.

  • @kuriosleadershipllc2438
    @kuriosleadershipllc2438 Год назад +46

    Bishop Barron- for such a time as this!

  • @johnbrown4568
    @johnbrown4568 Год назад +30

    Jesus is The Way, The Truth and The Life. We who are Christians are united in this teaching. God's blessings to Bishop Barron, Hillsdale College and to the Hillsdale College graduating class of 2023.

    • @alanzeppernick1084
      @alanzeppernick1084 Год назад

      Thanks John for your comment. Have you ever researched the current history of immoral behaviour within the living environment of the Vatican? As well as the nightlife in Rome of the Vatican priest? Does anyone read or know of such a written text.. written by a Frenchman?

    • @michaelbee2165
      @michaelbee2165 Год назад +2

      ​@Alan Zeppernick Indeed, recent history, within the Vatican, but innumerable dioces as well, is replete with instances of some of the most horrific lapses in moral judgement and outright dismissive attitudes toward those behaviors and the sin those behaviors represent. I cannot help but notice, that across the denominational spectrum of the Protestant church, episodes of sin and scandal associated with sexual immorality, greed, adultery, lying, and false teaching have skipped across national and international headlines, over the past several decades. Sadly, whether we speak of the Roman Catholic church or the many denominational church of Protestantism, leadership within each have at various times been in denial of these issues, or been the actual subject of the concern. Too often we Christians have stubbornly refused forgiveness, even where the appropriate confession, repentance and necessary consequences are present. While at other times we Christians have tripped over ourselves, and our brothers and sisters, to be the first to forgive, while ignoring, denying or down playing the gravity of the sin and the harm done to vulnerable and powerless souls who are most in need of protection from the clergy. Jesus' teaching in Luke 6:41-42 and Matthew 7:3-5 are so very clear on this issue. I very much enjoyed the Bishop's address and his message to the graduates concerning several of the most crucial decisions they will have to make as they begin their journey through life as young, adult and well educated believers.

    • @alanzeppernick1084
      @alanzeppernick1084 Год назад +1

      Thanks. Michael...Jesus reminds us that "Straight is the Gate and narrow is the way....and few there be that find it."

    • @alanzeppernick1084
      @alanzeppernick1084 Год назад +1

      Jesus established His Church body at Pentecost . He still is the builder,.. The foundation ànd sustainer for it's maintenance for purity. provider...and has the blueprint. Let Him speak and guide HIS Church.. It does not need to be propped up by Catholicism nor Protestantism. It can stand alone. Let Jesus lead His Church. The history of His Church is found within the books of Daniel and Revelation. Explained The thru historical events and symbolism. The symbols language is unveiled within the Scriptures. Thanks for reading.

  • @paeyreyes
    @paeyreyes Год назад +32

    Beautiful words and thoughts, as always, from Bishop Barron

  • @joolz5747
    @joolz5747 Год назад +27

    Love this! Unify in Jesus! 👍

  • @imnotanalien7839
    @imnotanalien7839 Год назад +26

    That was an inspirational address to these wonderful, new college graduates. Bishop Barron lit the path of Truth with those beautiful words from the Holy Scriptures.
    ♥️✝️

  • @leesimmons42
    @leesimmons42 Год назад +1

    He’s fantastic

  • @michaelman957
    @michaelman957 Год назад +1

    A very relevant speech.

  • @stephensetzer3439
    @stephensetzer3439 Год назад +21

    Great applause for truth. Wonderful message for graduates and us all, Christian and other.

  • @RandyCook-m1l
    @RandyCook-m1l Год назад +2

    His comments could be spoken from any pulpet in America. I choose God the Father and Jesus Christ his Son and Savior of the world.

  • @dannoringer
    @dannoringer Год назад +19

    Beautiful and real. God bless Bishop Robert Barron and the graduating class at Hillsdale.

  • @flightmasterr231
    @flightmasterr231 Год назад +36

    What an excellent commencement address

  • @demetrickcaldwell6124
    @demetrickcaldwell6124 Год назад +24

    🔥❤️🙏 Love you Hillsdale Wonderful Commencement speech!

  • @thomasnohejl8196
    @thomasnohejl8196 Год назад +27

    My grandmother is a big fan of this guy.

  • @larry690
    @larry690 Год назад +28

    Terrific speaker.

  • @G-MIP
    @G-MIP Год назад +23

    Thank you Bishop Barron- your YT content delivers so much value!

  • @mariaGonzalez-gd5rv
    @mariaGonzalez-gd5rv Год назад +3

    This is the most impactful commencement speech I've ever heard. Thank you for this gift to the ear and the soul.

  • @tuffitout2568
    @tuffitout2568 Год назад +19

    Jesus is the way, the truth and the life. God's blessiings to all.

  • @NUKE.2024
    @NUKE.2024 Год назад +16

    Awesome; Hillsdale & Bishop Barron!

  • @robbpowell194
    @robbpowell194 Год назад +15

    Bringing it to the Cross. A master class.

  • @marymonroe7042
    @marymonroe7042 Год назад +16

    Excellent Bishop Barron! +JMJ+ ❤

  • @ronnestman4696
    @ronnestman4696 Год назад +8

    I’m so grateful for Bishop Barron and Word on Fire ministries. It brings so much spiritual peace to my heart and life. God bless them always 🙏❤️✝️

  • @angelinesanthanam5392
    @angelinesanthanam5392 Год назад +1

    What a grand message. To fresh graduates...." succeed in becoming the fire that lights up the earth." Bishop Barron you are a fearless and encouraging moral guide to not just the youth but to all of us....God bless you!!! ❤🎉

  • @lesparks126
    @lesparks126 Год назад +13

    It looks like the woman to the Bishop's right, was at the beginning, just staring out blankly at the beginning of the speech. But at the end, you could see her actively listening. Bishop Barron was on point. One of his best (out of many great speeches).

  • @drndomomelinguitherese
    @drndomomelinguitherese Год назад +1

    God bless you Eminency Bishop Barron, the Students Hillsdale College and their teachers. Glory be to God !

  • @eleanorbertuch135
    @eleanorbertuch135 Год назад +13

    Bishop speaks words of wisdom for all to hear❣️

  • @kevinwerner5500
    @kevinwerner5500 Год назад +1

    Bravo, Hillsdale & your teachings that are God centered and seek what our founding fathers wanted to teach in our great universities!

  • @pumzahlekane9389
    @pumzahlekane9389 Год назад +1

    Great elucidation. Greetings from South africa

  • @rosawisteria
    @rosawisteria Год назад +2

    Adding the movie A Man for All Seasons 1966 to my list now! Thank You Bishop!!!!

    • @paulcapaccio9905
      @paulcapaccio9905 Год назад +3

      Do you know what is interesting ? I’ll tell you now. I saw that movie decades ago and think I only watched it twice.but for some reason and now I know why, I recall very clearly those 2 moments at the end of the movie where the reference to selling one’s soul for Wales !! And the other where St Thomas More pitifully looks at Rich after the trial and says you could have done your work for friends family and God. Not a bad public ! When I heard this in the speech and when I read it in the Imprimus. Hillsdale news letter What a powerful speech by bishop Baron. I’m catholic but he spoke to all humanity. 🙏

  • @marcellocolona4980
    @marcellocolona4980 Год назад +180

    This bishop should be pope!

  • @ancient_music
    @ancient_music Год назад +2

    I could listen to such speeches for hours. Everything Bishop Robert Barron says is always so well thought out and is both intellectually and spiritually challenging.

  • @lorrainezimmerman4831
    @lorrainezimmerman4831 Год назад +10

    Good Choice for your commencement speaker!!
    Congratulations to all the students!!!!

  • @edenjohnson3342
    @edenjohnson3342 Год назад +9

    CONGRATS, HILLSDALE; GREAT CHOICE!

  • @msgoody2shoes959
    @msgoody2shoes959 Год назад +15

    Wow 👏 😮👏 that speech... wow!!!

  • @tedrowland8672
    @tedrowland8672 Год назад

    This "bishop" needs to be born again!!

  • @janemazzola4454
    @janemazzola4454 Год назад

    AMEN...to JOIN TOGETHER! BLESS YOU for such a BRAVE Statement! SUCH a profound Address! One would hope each graduating student would walk away, pondering Bishop Barron's remarks/challenging questions for his/her own future, & let those challenges be guiding principles for life.

  • @joanwernick6359
    @joanwernick6359 Год назад +24

    God Bless you all. That was a beautiful and thought provoking speech which applies to us all at this time. Thank you Hillsdale for this opportunity to learn and be inspired.

  • @suzannec3357
    @suzannec3357 Год назад +6

    The power of good is so much greater than the power of Evil. Imagine that power when it's united through good people. Wonderful address. God bless you, graduates, as you go out in the world to do good. You've had absolutely the best education.

  • @peterchang0323
    @peterchang0323 Год назад +3

    When I saw movies like A Man For All Seasons, I questioned myself if people like Sir Thomas Moore actually existed. I no longer doubt because I just watched and listened to a person just like Sir Thomas Moore. They are the true embodiment of our Lord Jesus Christ.

    • @Xpistos510
      @Xpistos510 Год назад +2

      May the peace of our Lord be with you always.

  • @jdzentrist8711
    @jdzentrist8711 Год назад +2

    My mood is always uplifted, my negative attitude generally improved, after listening to Bishop Barron's inspiring words, which are always based on the Bible and the great global Catholic Faith.

  • @fngallager
    @fngallager Год назад +6

    victor davis hanson my hero a beacon of acute earthly intellect in a college willing respectfully to hear our bishop whom is my peer whom also respects dylan hitchens thus ties this new generation to all of our search for historical truth beyond.hitchen was questioned as he was faced with death if he would believe now in god. no emphatically he said.. but i do like surprises..a glimmer of hope from his search. congratulations to the graduates for picking this venue of study as mine will be doing also this year from fordham saturday.what a bright future our country is guiding.god bless

  • @Martin-qm2lg
    @Martin-qm2lg Год назад

    Light that fire of truth amongst the false idols of our day.

  • @michellewahl4756
    @michellewahl4756 Год назад +3

    Generous of the brilliant Bishop Barron to offer his time. He looks great in his cassock and Tudor bonnet.

  • @jc1125
    @jc1125 Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing this talk.

  • @itazenin
    @itazenin Год назад +9

    Congratulations on the graduates! Awesome speaker...

  • @sarawoods1450
    @sarawoods1450 Год назад +11

    Excellent and wise address!

  • @tomj4262
    @tomj4262 Год назад +12

    Wonderful address!

  • @razthecyclingdude
    @razthecyclingdude Год назад +12

    OMG ❤ the speech, so motivated and inspiring, so blessed to the new graduates 😊

  • @timothyodonnell8591
    @timothyodonnell8591 Год назад +10

    Having viewed the video, I'm looking forward to reading it in Imprimis.

  • @gregafuso8226
    @gregafuso8226 Год назад

    'I have come to set the world on fire' (Luke 12:4) ..."and if you become the persons God intends you to be - you will succeed in lighting a fire upon the earth". Wow, I totally get it.

  • @mapaz555
    @mapaz555 Год назад +10

    Wonderful bishop

  • @billkent2
    @billkent2 Год назад

    Agreed. Pure Inspiration ❤

  • @EricA-xd9fn
    @EricA-xd9fn Год назад +6

    "He who is not against us is FOR us."

  • @Neurolytic76
    @Neurolytic76 Год назад

    Wow. Everytime I listen to this Bishop, I remained impressed. We are all brothers and sisters in Christ. Imagine the Church united.

    • @haronsmith8974
      @haronsmith8974 Год назад

      The reformation has a long ways to go before the Church unites.

  • @danhickey1227
    @danhickey1227 Год назад +8

    Beautiful.

  • @dynamic9016
    @dynamic9016 Год назад

    Thanks much for this video.

  • @domingofernandez789
    @domingofernandez789 Год назад +5

    This is a very savvy man with the right words for any commencemt exercise.

  • @chris.h.9227
    @chris.h.9227 Год назад

    .~Wonderful delivery Bishop Barron, the moral scruples of modern society can really be seen in the highlight of the two altars today, as Christians, it's our solemn duty both to God & Christ to fulfill our obligations to Him (God the Father, through Jesus Christ the Son) & fully accomplish our ministry as the Apostle Paul was inspired to write in his teachings, I can only hope through God's love, to achieve this. I look forward to your Sermon on Sunday, dear friend! God bless you brother! In Christ Jesus Mighty name Amen!~.

  • @robinburgett2088
    @robinburgett2088 Год назад

    Thank you Mr. Hill, Dr.Ann, Patrick Flannery, and mostly The Great Students I have the utmost respect, to accomplish what I was not able to , YET, but Thank you Hillsdale , Thank You, Father Abba, Your Beloved Son Jesus and Our Holy Spirit In Jesus Name Be Blessed Prosperous In Every way and Full of Joy Amen and Amen Your Sisiter In Christ Jesus Much Love an Happiness with much Wisdom From The Lord Jesus .....Amen and Amen

  • @Thomas-dw1nb
    @Thomas-dw1nb 8 месяцев назад

    This was quite good.

  • @n-tv5fm
    @n-tv5fm Год назад

    Prayers for Bishop, let Jesus Christ guide him 💯

  • @OurGodIsLove
    @OurGodIsLove Год назад

    Thank you, Bishop Barron, for addressing the most challenging issues in today's world. Congratulations to the new Graduates!

  • @finalfront689
    @finalfront689 Год назад +4

    Wish I had heard this 3 weeks ago. I would have incorporated some of it into my appellants reply brief appealing the injustice of the unemployment system in Maryland during 2021. Would have made a great closing!

  • @terrygrossmayer6742
    @terrygrossmayer6742 Год назад +1

    Once again, Bishop Barron does not disappoint! What a gift he is to our broken world. God bless you graduates. Go light that fire upon the earth!

  • @CLMNX
    @CLMNX Год назад +1

    So intelligent and fitting for the occasion. I love this guy ❤❤❤

  • @antonmeemana1261
    @antonmeemana1261 Год назад +1

    A great speech indeed.

  • @reginaclaire4680
    @reginaclaire4680 Год назад +4

    ty ❤

  • @jimmalloy7279
    @jimmalloy7279 Год назад +1

    Great speech! Congrats to the graduates!

  • @Giangle-dx9qq
    @Giangle-dx9qq Год назад

    thankyou Father

  • @erikvynckier4819
    @erikvynckier4819 Год назад +4

    Great statement of the principles of Christianity and its most crucial consequences in today's world of sin, abortion, addiction.

  • @sofiaalgiz2820
    @sofiaalgiz2820 Год назад +5

    Someday I believe Bishop Baron will become Pope one day.

  • @litacanaman4919
    @litacanaman4919 Год назад

    He finally come out, God bless him

  • @armandaliotta7065
    @armandaliotta7065 Год назад

    Perfect speech…educational,inspiring,grounded in eternal values…

  • @robertrenaud958
    @robertrenaud958 Год назад

    Whoa.

  • @tnmtnmorning1178
    @tnmtnmorning1178 Год назад

    Excellent!

  • @thomascooney6644
    @thomascooney6644 Год назад

    A great mind all great minds think alike !

  • @outofoblivionproductions4015
    @outofoblivionproductions4015 Год назад +4

    Another great speech by the robber baron- robbing souls from Satan. 5:04 Does anyone know what Plato book describes Socrates explaining that it is better to suffer a wrong than do one?

  • @artorefalnera3055
    @artorefalnera3055 Год назад

    ❤🙏

  • @MariaMartinez-xm4fl
    @MariaMartinez-xm4fl Год назад +4

  • @reginaclaire4680
    @reginaclaire4680 Год назад

    ty. i AM. therefore I think and act.

  • @biffalobull2335
    @biffalobull2335 Год назад +1

    Would like to know if the Bishop agrees that the Work of Christ on the Cross is finished?
    We do have common cause on social issues, but the Gospel ranks supreme

    • @BishopBarron
      @BishopBarron Год назад +3

      Of course Christ's work on the cross is finished. But that accomplishment has to be appropriated by his followers. This takes place, as St. Paul puts it, by faith expressing itself in love.

    • @biffalobull2335
      @biffalobull2335 Год назад

      @@BishopBarron
      You said ‘But…’
      Uh oh
      Works is the fruit of salvation but it plays no part in Christ’s work of making us His.
      “Not of works lest any man should boast” writes Paul
      If it’s a finished work, no other ‘work’ is needed
      If so, then salvation is Christ + 1.
      That’s not Scriptural

    • @BishopBarron
      @BishopBarron Год назад +2

      Nope. That’s a very selective reading of Paul. “If you faith enough to move the mountains but have not love, you are nothing.”

    • @biffalobull2335
      @biffalobull2335 Год назад

      @@BishopBarron
      Paul is defining true love and exhorting Christians to love as Christ did.
      The ‘nothing’ you identified is referencing the value of our witness if we don’t live as we ought.
      He also describes it as sounding brass or a clashing symbol. Are musical instruments ‘nothing’?
      Nothing, brass and cymbals are descriptors used by Paul of our witness, not our salvation
      What this has always come down to is the RCC may SAY the Work of Christ is finished and complete, but they don’t believe it is sufficient.

  • @ralphauer150
    @ralphauer150 Год назад +2

    Pretend the audience, is not Students Graduating. But Politicians sitting listening to Bishop Barron. Most would be Richey Rich, from a Man For All Seasons.

  • @halvardlundnorway
    @halvardlundnorway Год назад

    c") I am here for the hats and the drinks :) 🎉🎉🎉

  • @johnkelly7713
    @johnkelly7713 Год назад +10

    as a catholic I was very surprised bishop Barron was their commencement speaker. well, us Christian has a common enemy.

    • @gregbourn6915
      @gregbourn6915 Год назад

      Who is your enemy? I wonder what Jesus would think about that statement.

    • @johnkelly7713
      @johnkelly7713 Год назад +2

      @@gregbourn6915 so i guess you did not listen to bishop barron commencement.