Does God Love Some People More?

Fr. Mike’s answer to this question may make you think differently about God’s love. He helps to re-orient our perspective-explaining that it is not about how much God loves us, but about our capacity to receive this love. If the most valuable thing in the world is limited only by our desire for it, why not take as much of it as we can get?
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[@jenniferkleine4713]

I was catholic growing up, I lost my daughter, I lost faith. I was agnostic for a long time. Thank you for bringing me back to the fold.

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jennifer kleine Hooray!

[@kdmdlo]

Welcome Home!

[@john-paulgies4313]

I hope you and I and your daughter will meet some day.

[@Ballarateast]

So what about all of the daughters that will be raped and tortured and murdered today ? God will intervene of course won't he ??

[@billybobroberts377]

jennifer kleine God did it on purpose don't worship him. The God of this world is not the creator of this world. The one who created your daughter is different than the one responsible for taking her

[@dgxgaminghd4191]

Pray for me im going through bad times

[@jessnutpeanut8842]

DgxgamingHD God bless you with his everlasting love and protection. No matter what happens, no matter what curveballs life throws you, God will always be with you. Even when you can’t seem to find him, he’s always there, and he will hear your prayers. God bless, and good luck

[@xavieramirjoyson927]

Jesus said “Ask anything in my name and I will do it” so just ask and believe, everything will b alright

[@lauramacgregor3600]

DgxgamingHD ok I will. I am going through a hard time too

[@austinwarner1096]

Rejoice!!!

[@austinwarner1096]

Be thankful for your suffering!!!

[@josmarodrigues]

Dear Father, that moment when you were almost tearing up to explain God's love for us, to me it came off as a moment when Jesus Himself was speaking to us through you, to convince us how much He really loves us. After all, even after being God, he couldn't POSSIBLY love us more. How can you beat infinite love...what's bigger than that!

[@AscensionPresents]

Praise God. Please know that the staff here at Ascension Press if praying for you and your intentions, Josma! God bless you!!

[@josmarodrigues]

Woah! This feels so personal. Thanks for the reply :) Love your channel by the way. Keep going!

[@davd3194]

Hey I just wanted to say that you really opened my eyes and when I was reading this comment I could feel the holy spirit.

[@user-or1ye3iz6d]

I started crying so hard with joy at that moment in the video! ❤️🙏

[@diedraruff65]

This is awesome. I am having a difficult time with High Blood Pressure and Heart Palpitations. It's keeping me up at night. I've cried at God's and Jesus feet for healing. I believe in their healing powers. He just hasn't done it yet. I thought "Did Jesus love the Woman with the issue of Blood more than Me? Did he love the paraplegic Man more than me? He healed them right away." Please pray for my healing to manifest in Jesus name. Amen

[@terrellavanryzin7375]

With every video I am further convinced that we are seeing the makings of a saint. Fr mike, I know you are not teaching "Noe Catholicism" or "pop religion". You are teaching the same catechism the church has been teaching for centuries. But God has uniquely equipped you, at this point in the space time continuum, to convey these simple truths to a whole new generation of souls. I may not be young and these lessons are not new to me, but you have been such a blessing & source of strength for me, I just had to express my gratitude to you. Thank you & keep up the good work 🙏🏽🙌🏽😘

[@dianarose1168]

Why do I feel Like God is blessing my friends way to far more than he does to me.

[@bigbao9843]

Feel blessed that God gave you hard times. You can only grow in that situation.

[@damndaniel5192]

"Psych sucka" - Fr. Mike Schmitz, 2016

[@AscensionPresents]

;)

[@rvz77]

It should be coined the Mike psych.

[@laurathompson4458]

Love how real and such a guy. Not some stuffy priest. He has humor and love it

[@lauramacgregor3600]

Boy I am in trouble. I don’t deal with my suffering very well but I guess he loves me because after so many times I could have been dead I’m still here. I’m that lost sheep.

[@Avionne_Parris]

This video BLEW my MIND!!! I've struggled with the same sins for the past twenty years and I've felt like God was disappointed in me because of it... Now I know that God loves me MORE because I NEED that love and I will receive it and continue to persevere because God loves me!!! I hope you don't mind but I'm gonna share this video on Facebook. God bless!

[@kimfleury]

Beautiful testimony :) And know that you will be victorious because you rely on the victory of the Cross.

[@Avionne_Parris]

Thank you and God bless!!!

[@andreagreen5185]

I do think God loves some people more than others and you can tell by who he gives everything too. He allows some people to have and receive everything they ask for and not others. I’ve been practically begging him but instead I get ignored and overlooked by him. My life is pointless and purposeless. I wish I was never born

[@reg4321]

I was born for all intents and purposes, to live a boring uneventful life. I have no particular talent to speak of, and growing more isolated as I get older. Not only that, I am more prone to sickness the older I get, and will eventually lose those who are close to me. I have all but given up on living an ideal life, because I don't see it happening. If this is what God had mapped out for me, than I regret being born.

[@cristalmtz3]

You absolutely have a purpose. God created you out of love to love in this world. If you have never read it, I recommend the book of Job in the Bible. It helped me through one of the hardest times in my life last year. I pray that you find the hope and peace you are searching for.

[@pksmith1275]

I feel like you do sometimes. Then I realize that everyday I pray for someone. I don't even know who it is but I ask God to help the suffering, the dying, the lonely. See, I am good for something. I pray and I know God likes to hear from me. Peace to you always.

[@xalian17]

This sounds like roses and sunshine until you actually get involved with someone who God *really truly deeply* loves and you feel the difference. Like any other parent, God does not love equally whatsoever.

[@BeyondTheLightUNITED]

@xalian17 I know exactly what you're talking about... My younger sister is one that God deeply cherishes, and the difference hurts so much! I've had to come to terms over the years that I'm not one of His beloveds nor chosen. I'm just here. I try so hard to put on a brave face and accept it, but it hurts so much!

[@Ms_CookQ]

@@BeyondTheLightUNITEDI understand you

[@BeyondTheLightUNITED]

@@Ms_CookQ Thank you for your kind words.

[@Plecebo1996]

"The more I need God, the more he loves me". I had never thought about this but the analogy of the Shepard going out to find the lost sheep is so good. When i first found God as an adult for several weeks I felt the presence of God so strongly, I had such a connection and that brought me out of the darkest place I had been in my life. Since then there have been times when I dont feel that same level of connection and I often think 'has he forsaken or left me', in truth I just dont need him as much as I did when I was at my lowest point. He has shown me a new path that I am walking and I am back with the other sheep, safe in the paddock so to speak. Great video Fr Mike.

[@LovesOwnRequiem]

I seriously cried my eyes out from 130-147... I so needed to hear it.... I was desperate to hear it.

[@zereacristosnew6634]

I started praying for GOD to help me love HIM as much as HE loves me and some days I start talking to HIM and just cry non stop not with sadness but I don't know I feel like I miss HIM like i miss my mom or my dad someone I know personally in physical form and some days I just feel nothing and when I feel nothing after talking to HIM I started telling my self OK this is how much HE loves me and I start giving up on that prayer. Thank you so much. this made me cry.

[@SaintCharbelMiracleworker]

🙏🏾

[@manny123957]

I tried talking to god to one time he blessed me for a short time I was in a right state of mind I started working out I was getting healthier but then corona came along and put me back in the same hole I struggled to get out of my job starting cutting back my hours I had to save more money so that meant cutting costs and the gym was one of them and that lead to me eating more again and having no time to focus on my self cause now I gotta make more money and I ask myself why would he bless me and take them away?

[@Th3BigBoy]

@@manny123957 I experienced something similar. We just have to be creative and do what we can. Remember that this life is full of trials.

[@doulacandice]

As some one in the RCIA and new at Catholicism, I really enjoy these videos! You explain things well. Thank you for doing these videos!

[@doulacandice]

thank you!! :D It's good to be home :D

[@tommasyao2546]

welcome to the family!!! I am a convert from atheism. God is AWESOME!!!

[@silvermystic2001]

Oh yea, I completely agree! I came to watch him months ago, he actually shocked me lol. He isn't what I thought a priest was. But anyways, I'm happy you're in RCIA :)

[@jdubz170ify]

Hi Tommas, I am so happy to hear that! along with you Candice! What would you say would be the best way to approach an athiest about God and could you tell me your story on how it happened for you?

[@jesusislord9755]

Are you saved? I'm asking because SOME Catholics believe that Mary can save them. But that's not true. Only Jesus can save us from our sins. Read this bible verse below to find out how to get saved, if you are not saved. Romans 10:9 - If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved

[@Alexander-ns6tp]

thank you Father 😊 mike for reminding me of how amazing our GOD is your truly a angel 😇 in the disguise GOD bless you father mike and your family

[@carlyrichards636]

I cried at "He couldn't possibly love you more". Thank you Fr. Mike for your wonderful videos. I have been challenging myself to grow in deeper love with God. You have explained to me and walked me through some of my deepest fears. God bless you.

[@pamelaputerbaugh3161]

Wow. This was definitely a "Holy Spirit moment," having this come up in my feed today. I needed these words more than I could hope to express. Thank you, Father.

[@nineball5058]

I was beginning to think God loves married people more than he loves single people. Also in stories of people that see Jesus, many of them are married. It makes me sad sometimes cause I see great single people and hope God gives them as much grace.

[@celinamejia4154]

thank you Father Mike!!

[@Eufracina]

Wow. Thank you. You made me cry at the end . . . a good cry. Thank you.

[@kristenraejohnson]

every time i listen to you speak about God I become more inspired ...

[@damoperez]

Thanks! I was needing that! Sometimes we forgot how much God love us in an unique way!!!

[@adrianvazquez9957]

I truely enjoy your videos. They help me mold my thoughts and believes.

[@granmabern5283]

The more we are united to God, the more He loves us. It’s not just about “ need”. It’s like He respects our free will, that He gave us, and loves us more, the more we welcome Him into our heart.❤. Our Lady loves God so much and is so united to His Holy Will that He was always welcomed by her and so she grew exponentially in Grace.❤ God is Love so Grace is Love.❤

[@maldinarius1162]

Sometimes it seems sensing God’s love is a puzzle to be figured out. We can scan pages and pages of you tube videos with God-gifted people talking about God’s love for us, followed by pages and pages of comments from people hurting and begging to feel that love. Please, Lord, speak quickly and clearly to all those hurting, in a language they can understand and with such an impact that quells the doubting.

[@crystaltutt4335]

Maldinarius 11 Thank you for this prayer....

[@timothybarrett7626]

This channel offers me a great deal of serenity as i unwind and relax i could listen all day long

[@austinwarner1096]

If your going through bad times rejoice!!! Count your blessings brothers and sisters!! Live your life make mistakes. DON'T take the little things for granted, your in the Father's favor Honor himand Honor his creation.

[@kindnessisking5500]

Thank you Father Mike, you have made me feel a little better! I recently lost my best friend. His name was Ricky, he was a 10 year old Pug. I had to have him put down because he was suffering from illness. Its the hardest things I've ever been through. I really miss him, it's a huge void because he was such a huge part of my daily life. I'm not sure how I'm going to live without him, I'm truly heartbroken! After watching your video I felt better knowing Ricky was in good hands and meeting new friends. Thank you once again, Greg, God Bless!

[@jgabuten8868]

It's true in a way when that person's heart has the capacity to accept more the grace of love from God and that heart is more open to share God's love that is overflowing. If one is given that grace to share that love, it is endless, overflowing just like the blood and water that gushed forth from the side of Jesus as a fountain of mercy (love) for us.Even if that person received not as much love. It is in giving love than receiving it. Mother Theresa would say, "Give, until it hurts".To receive more is to give more, a responsibility that is entrusted to those who understands why the Son of God was incarnated. To be among us, to live among us. To give hope for sinners like me. Thank you Fr. Mike because you are among those people who are given this love

[@intellegence63smart]

You explain it so simply, Fr. Mike. Thank you for this! God bless your service

[@francoisdlcrx]

your analogies are so accurate! God bless you Fr. Mike

[@Mizo12.]

Thank you for sharing your capacity and God's love to us

[@courtneyhaw1781]

I wish I could give this a heart vs a thumbs up. this hit me today. I listen as I work to your videos and often, they will relate to what I have been dwelling on or things that have been on my heart. Thank you father and may God bless you abundantly!

[@mjmj5745]

So wonderful to hear someone voice the deepest question, yearning, longing in our hearts..." but does God love ME?" Then hearing a man of God state it clearly that "He could not possibly LOVE ME More"- is all I ever need to know. Felt this confirmation right into my soul. Thank you Father ❤️.

[@raffisandoval9103]

Father mike cracks me up in his most wise and impactful moments. Thank you for this video, I needed some theology stat

[@joelchoy6056]

thanks Father Mike! a great message to keep in my heart.

[@AllAboutTruth]

Thanks so much for this message, Father Mike 🙏🙏🙏

[@user-or1ye3iz6d]

This video made me cry so hard from joy. Thank you!! ❤️

[@heatherking0603]

This was so perfect 💕 thank you father mike! You are simply a wonderful human being.

[@tropicalia5546]

This trully got my heart. In my opinión, this is one of the best videos of father Mike.

[@juandiegobarrantes3718]

thank you so much for this videos!! they really help me be closer to God!! keep up this incredible work!!!

[@bumblebee5926]

I ask this question from time to time, because He gives me hardships he doesn’t give others around me. Someone told me, because you’re special in His eyes..I don’t understand but I just trust Him.

[@noellerenee505]

Bumble Bee I am very devout, and for the last 2 years+ I’ve struggled with severe insomnia, anxiety, and depression. At first I prayed for it to go away ( or to respond to all the meds they tried), but after much prayer, reading, and talking to priests, I now see this as a blessing because God loves me, who was a prodigal daughter for 25 years, but He sought me out over the years, lots of people prayed, and I suddenly felt the presence of God in my heart! That was 20 years ago, and I’ve been faithfully learning, reading, and praying more. He has given me this cross of depression, which I never had when I was younger, ( I’m 74), so that by uniting my painful cross with His, I can expiate my many past sins while on earth. 3 years ago I joined the Legion of Mary and I’ve also developed a strong devotion to Mary. I feel sure saying the rosary daily has given me much grace. I now see the rest of my life as a gift from God where He has opened my heart and soul to what is the most important thing in our lives: how we spend our Eternity. I also offer many Masses, Novenas, etc. to the Holy Souls in Purgatory, because I’ll need a cheering section when I reach Heaven! I sometimes have dry spells but the Holy Spirit gives me the grace to be faithful in prayer, etc. I really feel God chose me to be with Him in Heaven, and I feel so blessed that I didn’t die suddenly during those decades that I lived in sin. My birthday is December 25 th, so right from the beginning He blessed me in a special way. I love the words “I knew you from when I knit you in your mother’s womb”. As a knitter, I’ve always been drawn to them. Also, sat the Divine Mercy Chaplet. I can look back and see how God has planned my life, including my sufferings and my blessings, for the best for me, so I have complete trust in His plan, because He’s always wanted me close.

[@fairybits]

Sorry,but many are suffering far worse than you. In Africe,Eygpt,those countries. It may seem as though you have it worse,but no.

[@fairybits]

@@noellerenee505 No offense,but how did that help her situation? You made her issues about YOU.

[@noellerenee505]

fairybits Because I can only share my personal experience as an example to her of a person in pain that has learned to see it as a gift. I was reinforcing what she was told, hopefully so that she could learn to offer up her pain and see it’s benefits.

[@fairybits]

@@noellerenee505 No offense,but reads that way. Might want to change your tactic next time. Make it about her and part of your story,or just hers. :)

[@veronicasandoval579]

Thank Fr Mike for sharing your knowledge with us, I pray to God so he can expand my capacity of love! Glory be to God!

[@jeremiahgazsi8579]

This really spoke to me, Father Mike. Thank you and may God continue to Bless you and your work as you work to build His Kingdom.

[@SuMaria24]

What an amazing way you explained this. Thank you for your podcasts. God bless you Fr. Mike.

[@Sparrowsnestflorist]

If I had the capacity to give this a bigger thumb's up I would. Beautiful Fr. Mike!!

[@joshuam1376]

Thank you, Father.

[@jonathanthemexican23]

Your videos have helped me bring my family closer to God, and answer questions for people who want to know about the Catholic faith.

[@YaneMarieSleppy]

Thank you, Father. God bless you.

[@adammazur4299]

Yes!!! Thank-you , God, for You and Fr Mike...

[@7Mushrooms7]

I'm not religious at all and I don't even know if I belong to any religion, but I'm in tears,

[@aljunb6403]

Be a catholic then, Jesus himself founded the catholic church

[@kps555666]

What a beautiful message, it's so touching, and solved a question I've been always asking, which is, the different capacity of joy. Thank you Father Mike. God bless.

[@tomsaltsman]

Romans 5:20: "...where sin abounded, grace did much more abound." Same principle as the child who needs more attention.

[@arnelmadrazo8123]

Thank you Father Mike for being God's voice telling that God loves me too.

[@odo324]

Expanding one's capacity. That's something I'd love to learn about!

[@rachelfernandez1949]

"The more we enter into God's heart, the more our love capacity grows" So maybe spend more time with him in prayer, read the Bible and I don't know, maybe just seek intimacy with God! I don't know how else we can increase our capacity

[@ThatCatholicNurse]

Thank you Fr. Bishop Immanuel Bushu in Buea-Cameroon once said God loves us all so much * as individuals *.

[@theclapaolini4322]

How much God loves me that talk was so super it brought tears to my eyes That is such an indelible feeling and certainty forever to ponder.thank you Father Mike you are a gift to this upside down world that only GOD CAN PUT IN ORDER.

[@tlowe0911]

I really like how you look directly in to the camera.i feel you are talking to me when I hear your messages.GOD bless you and thank you🙂

[@Sniperop775]

i love these videos, they're really helping me out a lot

[@pensiveone]

I have pondered this question for some time now, and based on my own experiences, and those of people around me I must politely disagree with the good Father. I have come to believe that God does love some people more than others. I see so many who are blessed tremendously, while I see others with far less and suffering much more with little or no help from God. This is how he world is and always has been. I accept it as a reality and most likely part of God's greater plan. It is not for me to judge He is this way. I do not hate God for this as any parent is going to have favorites. That fact that he made us shows He does have love love for us, but that does not mean it is equal for all. It just is, and that is enough.

[@svetlanabarrow6026]

Well thought. I agree with you it’s all about the right birth. You can be born to be great and successful or to be abused and suffer. And I don’t believe that god cares that much. One parent too many children. Feels like only evil “cares” to claim his souls.

[@wcgl5595]

I feel this same way…He does love some more than others. There’s no other explanation why some people have more than others, including loving parents and extended family and others are abused. He cannot possibly love them the same.

[@mariafontansanz408]

I so agree with you. Also, I find it hurtful and manipulative to say that if you don´t experience God´s love to a greater extent it must be because you have a smaller capacity to love.

[@mariafontansanz408]

or a smaller capacity to accept God´s love

[@terrybyrne1497]

I have been blessed for some time now by Fr Mike’t teaching. I have only recently dipped into what he has to say about does God love some people more.What He says is beautiful. Pure gold. Thank you Fr Mike. Keep on preaching the Gospel, this wonderful news.

[@cmcas]

That... was beautiful. Thanks father, I really needed to hear that right now.

[@annemcdonald2952]

Thank you, Fr. Mike. This is exactly what I needed to hear today.

[@NoahHinesdeliverance]

9 And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.

[@powerliftingcentaur]

This is the kind of remedial education I appreciate and need.

[@azucena.valentine]

I really enjoyed this video, thank you for taking the time to make Catholic content. God gave Father Mike grace and charm to help bring many souls to Heaven.

[@cathyarsenault5120]

I love you Father! I love your spirit and hope someday to meet you. God bless you.

[@onealryan]

Thank you so much Fr. Mike!

[@preettygoood7774]

The Sacred Heart of Jesus loves everyone I've ever hated. God is love.

[@nj20baller]

why would God still have my back when I've sinned so much, I always feel the love of God, but how should it be fair that he helps me, but not some other people.

[@user-pf4yj9ex9m]

You need love, he knows you do. He forgives you if you ask, you need to repent against your sins! Pray Pray Pray!

[@richelmerindps]

wow! recently i had been asking this question quite a lot.... this video couldn't have come at a more appropriate time ! Thank You

[@jldmistery6840]

I am so super happy with this channel. In my life I am most of all surrounded by atheists and that is so annoying. I have found God only very recently. It was in 2013 when my grandfather died and I just felt comforted. Like he gave me so much strength to deal with his death. So thats when I really knew God exists and I became religious, I became Christian. And it makes your life so much more beautiful. Knowing than God's there whenever you need him. And tru to life according to the will of God. Right now I've been having an extremely hard time dealing with losing my Pet. Pleas keep uploading video's its so inspirational and great.

[@cristinamendez4292]

I didn't know where you were going to go with this message ...but I loved your explanation. It totally makes sense💕

[@Andrea-ky9lh]

Beautiful thank you Fr. Mike.

[@champgal7823]

So beautiful...God loves me...yahoo!!!! I'll be praying for you today, Fr. Mike.

[@donaldcoleman514]

the most high don't deal with edomites

[@yf777a]

Excellent. I highly recommend watching this to the end. Every person has interior pain; so even healthy persons have a certain 'brokenness.' Taking in understanding as much as possible the Eternal Immense Inexhaustible Love; helps understand that there must be a reason for the pain. Sometimes not as a result of each of our own actions. And seeing the immense unearned suffering in the world without trust in God's Love, it's impossible to understand it's purpose. So each of our interior pain and/or brokenness really does make us experience God's Love more when we share this Love with others, helping them. The end of this video truly touched my heart, and I needed it. (I don't want to put a spoiler alert here. :-))

[@lindaruss3772]

This is such a wonderful teaching. Thank you!

[@jasmin.M]

Thank you, father Mike.

[@mitchabbott6938]

This video was amazing. Just what I needed to hear this morning.

[@ohblokk4]

God bless. Thank you for this message.

[@slimetimetvwithjojo1672]

We are all created by his image. His love is in us all. The one who finds his love in our own selves will find themselves astonished. This is the true gift of life. Knowing the Father and knowing oneself. The 1 and the 2.

[@darlenepitnof6245]

I just listened to this and I’m Crying crying crying

[@Rbreaux87]

..thank you for perspective..."those who He has placed in my life"...

[@rosannasanchez3439]

Wonderful video my mind has been blown in a grand way.

[@graceleonardo6086]

your explanation is a blessing for me. thank you, good sir:D

[@paulhandsome1691]

Father Mike is The Best

[@azaramoon4027]

If you reveal Gods love sometimes you get attacked because of jealousy or hatred, which is why you need more protection, people may use there free will to avoid helping you because of fear. This is why there are many servants of god living alone.

[@sandiemwebb]

I love this, had to share it!!! Thank you so much!

[@codywingerak5803]

I really needed to hear this. Thank you so much.

[@pohyokelo]

Lord, I need You ... i want to have a greater capacity to receive more of Your love ... 🙇🏻‍♀️🙇🏻‍♀️🙇🏻‍♀️🙇🏻‍♀️🙇🏻‍♀️

[@magnolia8626]

That's a beautiful way of putting it! 😇

[@Sarah-fm6ll]

Wholesome video, as always! Thank you

[@hannahs3654]

Definitely needed this and this particular comparison right now

[@antoniettacorsi7766]

Ok. Father Mike- you keep me "alive"?, I became addicted to your messages. May God keep His Arms around your shoulder .

[@emmeeable]

This is great, dude. Keep it up!

[@Zitterion2016]

Our Father in heaven.....I need you more and please love me more!

[@nategraham6946]

Interesting analogy. I personally have 4 sisters, and I was usually the last one on my folks radar, its hard not to feel left out, and our strength runs low.

[@monocyte2210]

Awesome! As a diver i couldnt agree more. I want to expand my love capacity like my lung capacity. thank you Fr Mike

[@namankumar9478]

I agree with you Father Mike.

[@KittyM-]

This is beautiful. Thank you