We Unprofitable Servants

We Unprofitable Servants

Author: Fr. James Searby October 5, 2025 Duration: 15:29

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, year C 2025

Gospel

The apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith."
The Lord replied,
"If you have faith the size of a mustard seed,
you would say to this mulberry tree,
'Be uprooted and planted in the sea,' and it would obey you.

"Who among you would say to your servant
who has just come in from plowing or tending sheep in the field,
'Come here immediately and take your place at table'?
Would he not rather say to him,
'Prepare something for me to eat.
Put on your apron and wait on me while I eat and drink.
You may eat and drink when I am finished'?
Is he grateful to that servant because he did what was commanded?
So should it be with you.
When you have done all you have been commanded,
say, 'We are unprofitable servants;
we have done what we were obliged to do.'"


Fr. James Searby hosts Holiness for the Working Day, a podcast that finds the sacred woven into the fabric of ordinary life. This isn’t about retreating from the world but engaging with it more deeply, whether you’re in a classroom, an office, on a commute, or managing a home. The struggle for goodness can feel overwhelming amidst deadlines, chores, and daily friction. Here, you’ll hear Fr. Searby’s homilies, meditations, and informal talks that reframe that very struggle as the path itself. The content is grounded in Christian spirituality but speaks to the universal human experience of seeking meaning and connection amidst busyness. Each episode offers a practical lens, suggesting that holiness isn’t a distant ideal for saints but a tangible possibility in our routines and relationships. Listen for thoughtful reflections that turn daily challenges into moments of grace and understanding. This podcast provides a quiet space for learning and interior growth, meeting you right where you are. The tone is accessible and encouraging, avoiding abstract theory in favor of relatable insight. It’s for anyone who has ever wondered how their faith or search for purpose fits into the relentless pace of a working day. By integrating spiritual wisdom with everyday reality, the podcast makes the pursuit of a meaningful life feel not only necessary but entirely achievable. You can naturally find this perspective throughout the entire podcast series.
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