In this sermon preached on Red Sunday at St. Sarkis Church, Fr. Nareg reflects on the words of Jesus: “Whoever hears my word and believes… has crossed over from death to life.” He explores how the true challenge of faith is not simply hearing God’s Word, but truly listening to it and allowing it to transform our lives. Why do so many struggle to listen? This message identifies three major obstacles: the endless noise of modern life, emotional resistance to change, and spiritual complacency. While we may be attentive to our careers, health, and finances, our spiritual lives are often neglected. Fr. Nareg offers practical wisdom for renewal: create silence, seek truth with humility, and respond courageously to the call of Christ. He also connects this spiritual awakening to the Armenian Genocide commemoration, reminding us that remembrance must lead to action, renewal, and a deeper return to faith. This is a sermon about awakening the soul, overcoming distraction, and rediscovering the life-changing power of God’s Word.
