The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way.
Unlike any other Bible podcast, Ascension?s Bible in a Year podcast follows a reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, a ground-breaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins. For each period in the timeline, Jeff will join Fr. Mike for a special episode that will help you understand the context of each reading.
With this podcast, you won?t just read the Bible in a year ? you?ll finally understand how all the pieces of the Bible fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today!
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Read the ENTIRE Bible
Feel more confident about your understanding of Scripture
Experience the transformative power of God?s Word in your daily life
Start seeing the world through the lens of Scripture
Each 20-25 minute episode includes:
Two to three scripture readings
A reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz
A guided prayer to help you hear God?s voice in his Word
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Day 339: Priscilla and Aquila (2023)
Fr. Mike reminds us that God uses crooked lines to make a straight story, like Paul?s witness to Priscilla and Aquila as they encounter the person of Christ and become missionaries. Just like Apollos accepted correction, Fr. Mike invites us to courageously open ourselves up to learning and growing. Today?s readings are Acts 18, 1 Corinthians 16, and Proverbs 28:19-21.
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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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Day 338: Death Defeated (2023)
As we continue along the path of our forefathers in faith, Fr. Mike reminds us that we live in the same era as the Apostles and have the same Holy Spirit. Just like St. Paul stood out by imitating Jesus and sharing the Gospel, we are called to do the same. Fr. Mike also discusses our duality as both body and soul as it relates to Christ?s resurrection. Today?s readings are Acts 17, 1 Corinthians 15, and Proverbs 28:16-18.
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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
2023-12-04Länk till avsnitt
Day 337: The Importance of Love (2023)
Fr. Mike unpacks the events in Acts 16, describing Paul?s trust in the Lord as God frees him from prison. He connects St. Paul?s conversation about spiritual gifts to the well-known ?love? chapter in 1 Corinthians, explaining how love and donation of self gives purpose to the spiritual gifts. Today?s readings are Acts 16, 1 Corinthians 13-14, and Proverbs 28:13-15.
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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
2023-12-03Länk till avsnitt
Day 336: The Council at Jerusalem (2023)
Fr. Mike walks us through the Church?s first council in Acts 15 and highlights the importance of the Church?s authority in the question of circumcision for Gentile converts. He also draws our attention to Paul?s treatment of God the Father and God the Son as equal but not the same. This sheds light on Paul?s conversation about head coverings for women in our reading from 1 Corinthians and reassures female believers about their roles in marriage and the Church. Today?s readings are Acts 15, 1 Corinthians 11-12, Proverbs 28:10-12.
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Day 335: Run the Race (2023)
As we continue to follow the missions of Paul and Barnabas, Fr. Mike highlights the fickle nature of humanity and the futility of striving for the praise of men. He also encourages us to remain courageous in the tribulations we face, finding strength in other believers, and running toward the eternal and imperishable goal of salvation. Today?s readings are Acts 14, 1 Corinthians 9-10, and Proverbs 28:7-9.
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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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Day 334: The Meaning of Fasting (2023)
Fr. Mike highlights the importance of prayer and fasting, instructing us how to fast and empty ourselves to feel our spiritual need for Christ. He also discusses faithfulness in vocations and living out the life God has called you to. Today?s readings are from Acts 13, 1 Corinthians 7-8, and Proverbs 28:4-6.
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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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Day 333: Peter Is Rescued from Prison (2023)
Today begins with Acts 12 and the miraculous rescue of Peter from prison by an angel. Reflecting on this story, Fr. Mike helps us grapple with the mysterious reality that we are each called to say "Yes" to God?s destination for us, even when we might not know the way. Lastly, Fr. Mike delves into St. Paul's hard teachings to the Corinthians on sexuality morality and excommunication. Today's readings are Acts 12, 1 Corinthians 5-6, and Proverbs 28:1-3.
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2023-11-29Länk till avsnitt
Day 332: Barnabas and Paul On Mission (2023)
Fr. Mike begins by explaining the confusion experienced by the early Christians as they struggled to integrate the Gentiles into the Church. We also hear more about Barnabas, missionary companion of St. Paul, who was named by God as the "Son of Encouragement." Lastly, Fr. Mike delves into the history surrounding paganism and hedonism in pre-Christian Corinth and the need to encourage the Greeks to leave their old ways of worship. Today's readings are Acts 11, 1 Corinthians 3-4, Proverbs 27:23-27.
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2023-11-28Länk till avsnitt
Day 331: Peter Preaches to the Gentiles (2023)
In today?s reading from Acts, the Holy Spirit guides Peter to initiate ministry to the Gentiles, beginning with the family of Cornelius, a Roman centurion. Upon hearing Peter preach, Cornelius? entire household receive the Holy Spirit and are baptized. Commenting on today's second reading from 1 Corinthians, Fr. Mike reminds us to pursue Christian unity and avoid the dissension and infighting we see in the Church of Corinth. Today's readings are Acts 10, 1 Corinthians 1-2, Proverbs 27:21-22.
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2023-11-27Länk till avsnitt
Day 330: Saul's Conversion (2023)
Fr. Mike breaks down Saul's miraculous conversion, explaining the significance of Jesus sending Ananias to heal Saul, and how it reveals that Jesus works through his Church just as powerfully as he worked through the incarnation. Fr. Mike also reminds us that if we belong to the Lord, we will have to participate in his suffering. Lastly, as we conclude St. Paul's letter to the Romans, Fr. Mike leaves us with the exhortation that the Gospel advances primarily through family and friendship. Today's readings are Acts 9, Romans 15-16, and Proverbs 27:18-20.
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2023-11-26Länk till avsnitt
Day 329: The Ethiopian Eunuch (2023)
Fr. Mike focuses on the story of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch and how it demonstrates the importance of having guidance when reading Scripture. Although God's Word is infallible, we can easily misunderstand it without proper interpretation, which is why we have the Magisterium of the Church. Lastly, Fr. Mike also touches on the role of persecution in the life of the Church, and St. Paul's encouragement to abide by the law of love. Today we read Acts 8, Romans 13-14, and Proverbs 27:15-17.
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Day 328: Stephen Is Martyred (2023)
Fr. Mike reflects on Stephen's heroic martyrdom and points out how those around him refused to hear him and hardened their hearts, something we too can do with the Word of God. In the book of Romans, Fr. Mike also highlights the importance of offering our bodies as a living sacrifice, responding to the call to love and to not be conformed to this world, and remembering that Christians have been grafted onto the tree of Israel. Today we read Acts 7, Romans 11-12, and Proverbs 27:13-14.
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2023-11-24Länk till avsnitt
Day 327: Origin of the Diaconate (2023)
Fr. Mike draws our attention to the cultural division present in the early Church and the origin of the ordination to the diaconate. He also discusses Paul?s frustration with those who didn?t recognize Jesus as the Christ and offers consolation to those who experience this in the hearts and minds of those close to them, as Paul did. Today?s readings are Acts 6, Romans 9-10, and Proverbs 27:10-12.
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2023-11-23Länk till avsnitt
Day 326: Life in the Spirit (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses the ministry of the apostles and encourages us to allow God to work in our lives in the same way. He also reminds us that through Baptism, we are set free from our fallen human nature and given the freedom to live according to the spirit. Today?s readings are from Acts 5, Romans 8, and Proverbs 27:7-9.
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2023-11-22Länk till avsnitt
Day 325: Boldness in Faith (2023)
Fr. Mike highlights the boldness of Peter and John in our reading from Acts as they stand before the council of church leaders and defend the name of Jesus. He also addresses Paul?s writings on God?s grace given to us in our sinfulness and the war between good and evil present within ourselves. Today?s readings are Acts 4, Romans 6-7, and Proverbs 27:4-6.
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2023-11-21Länk till avsnitt
Day 324: The Name of Jesus (2023)
In Acts 3, Peter used God?s gift of healing to allow God to restore a lame man. Fr. Mike reminds us that God gives us gifts so he can be known in the world and all great miracles are attributed to the name of Jesus. Fr. Mike also tells us why our suffering matters, and how God wastes nothing. Today?s readings are Acts 3, Romans 4-5, and Proverbs 27:1-3.
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2023-11-20Länk till avsnitt
Day 323: Pentecost (2023)
Fr. Mike shares the powerful story of the Holy Spirit coming upon the apostles in the upper room. He emphasizes how God calls us to go out into the world with his Spirit and live in community and with devotion to the apostles? teaching, fellowship, the Eucharist, and prayer just like the first Christians. Today?s readings are Acts 2, Romans 2-3, and Proverbs 26:27-28.
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2023-11-19Länk till avsnitt
Day 322: The Ascension (2023)
Today, we begin the age of the church, transitioning from the Gospel of Luke to the beginning of the book of Acts. Fr. Mike draws our attention to the Ascension of Jesus and encourages us to respond to Christ?s call to participate in his mission. He invites us to be part of his story and not be ashamed of the Gospel. Today?s readings are Acts 1, Romans 1, and Proverbs 26:24-26.
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2023-11-18Länk till avsnitt
Introduction to the Church (with Jeff Cavins) - 2023
Welcome to The Church period! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to discuss the final time period of the Bible Timeline. They discuss the historical context of the early Church, why Rome and the early martyrs are so significant, and how the Holy Spirit takes on a major role. They also explain the differences between Acts, the epistles, and the book of Revelation.
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2023-11-18Länk till avsnitt
Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2023)
Fr. Mike highlights how Jesus didn't pray in order get something from God, he prayed in order to be close to God. He also points to Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane as a perfect example of how we should pray with honesty and trust. Lastly, Fr. Mike provides insights on the significance of the walk to Emmaus and Jesus' last words on the cross. The readings are Luke 22:39-24:53 and Proverbs 26:20-23.
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2023-11-17Länk till avsnitt
Day 320: Peter's Denial Foretold (2023)
As we draw near to the end of the Gospel of Luke, Fr. Mike briefly expands on the story of the poor widow?s offering, emphasizing that the Lord cares more about the size of our hearts than about the size of our gifts. Fr. Mike also underscores Jesus? moving words to Peter when he foretells Peter?s denial. Jesus? words remind us that no matter how fiercely the enemy tries to attack us, he is always praying for each and every one of us. Today's readings are Luke 20-22:38 and Proverbs 26:17-19.
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Day 319: Come, Follow Me (2023)
Fr. Mike compares the story of the rich young man to the story of Zacchaeus, highlighting the difference in their willingness to follow Christ with their whole hearts. Looking at the stories of these young men, Fr. Mike invites us to reflect on our willingness to follow Christ with all that we are and all that we have. Today we read Luke 17-19 and Proverbs 26:13-16.
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Day 318: The Narrow Gate, the Lost Sheep, and the Prodigal Son (2023)
Fr. Mike confronts the hard truth Jesus preaches in today's readings: Many people will ultimately choose hell over heaven. While this can be deeply distressing, Fr. Mike reminds us to focus on Jesus's directive to each one of us: "[You] Strive to enter through the narrow gate." In the second part of today's commentary, Fr. Mike reflects on two of Jesus' most well-known parables: the parable of the Lost Sheep and the parable of the Prodigal Son. Today's readings are Luke 13-16 and Proverbs 26:10-12.
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Day 317: Persistence in Prayer (2023)
Fr. Mike reflects on the goodness and providence of God the Father, emphasizing how Jesus calls us to be shamelessly persistent in prayer. Fr. Mike also explains two difficult passages found in today's readings: what Jesus means when he tells the story of an unclean spirit who is cast out only to return, and what Jesus means when he says he comes not to bring peace but division. Today's readings are Luke 11-12 and Proverbs 26:7-9.
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2023-11-13Länk till avsnitt
Day 316: Absolute Surrender (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses our call to deny ourselves and take up our cross, specifically focusing on God?s call to renounce all that is ours and trust in him. He also highlights the story of Mary and Martha and encourages us not to allow the cares of life to choke the life of God out of our lives as Martha allowed her troubles and anxieties to do. Today?s readings are from Luke 9-10 and Proverbs 26:4-6.
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2023-11-12Länk till avsnitt
Day 315: The Virtue of Mercy (2023)
In light of a series of miracles in our readings for today, Fr. Mike focuses on our Lord?s compassion and our call to be merciful, as he is. He emphasizes the beauty of God?s mercy and his offering of it despite our unworthiness. He also strikes a balance between the goodness of humanity as God?s creation and our brokenness due to original sin. Today?s readings are Luke 6-8 and Proverbs 26:1-3.
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2023-11-11Länk till avsnitt
Day 314: My Beloved Son (2023)
Fr. Mike elaborates on the significance of the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. He points out that the location of the Jordan River is particularly noteworthy because it's the same river that Joshua crossed over to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land, signifying that Jesus will bring about a new exodus. Additionally, it's the lowest spot on the planet, symbolizing Jesus' humility. Finally, Fr. Mike emphasizes that when we are baptized, we are adopted as beloved sons and daughters of God because what belongs to Jesus by his nature is given to us by God?s grace. Today we read Luke 3-5 and Proverbs 25:27-28.
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2023-11-10Länk till avsnitt
Day 313: The Ark of the New Covenant (2023)
As we begin reading the Gospel of Luke, Fr. Mike draws our attention to Mary. He clarifies the difference between Zechariah's response and Mary's response to the angel Gabriel, and also explains why Mary is the Ark of the new Covenant. We learn that through Mary, God begins to fulfill his promises to the people of Israel. Today's readings are Luke 1-2, and Proverbs 25:24-26.
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2023-11-09Länk till avsnitt
Messianic Checkpoint: The Gospel of Luke (with Jeff Cavins) - 2023
Welcome to the last Messianic Checkpoint! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the Gospel of Luke and highlight the distinctive aspects of this synoptic Gospel. We learn that the Gospel of Luke uniquely captures the humanity of Jesus, the role of women, Jesus' frequent engagement with individuals on the margins, and the mystery of the Ascension.
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2023-11-09Länk till avsnitt
Day 312: Conclusion to the Old Testament (2023)
Fr. Mike celebrates the accomplishment of reading the entire Old Testament and wraps up the books of 2 Maccabees and Wisdom, talking through the key themes of the Old Testament visible in the conclusions to these books. He also discusses the motivation of the Maccabees to defend the temple and maintain its purity as well as uphold God?s honor. Today?s readings are from 2 Maccabees 15, Wisdom 19, and Proverbs 25:21-23
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2023-11-08Länk till avsnitt
Day 311: God Fights for You (2023)
As we get closer to the end of the Old Testament, Fr. Mike highlights one of the lessons we've seen time and time again?that God continues to fight for each of us, despite the brokenness and messiness of our lives. He also points out how the reading from Wisdom foreshadows the coming of Jesus. The readings are 2 Maccabees 14, Wisdom 17-18, and Proverbs 25:18-20.
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2023-11-07Länk till avsnitt
Day 310: Rivals for the Heart (2023)
Fr. Mike points out how easy it is to take good things and make idols out of them, setting them up as God's rivals for our hearts. We can discover these rivals by noticing the things we prioritize over spending time with God. The readings are 2 Maccabees 13, Wisdom 15-16, and Proverbs 25:15-17.
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2023-11-06Länk till avsnitt
Day 309: Praying for the Dead (2023)
Fr. Mike breaks down the doctrine of purgatory as we read about Judas Maccabeus and his army praying for the dead in 2 Maccabees 12. We learn that purgatory is a process of purification that our hearts need in order to be ready to love God and to enter into his presence. In our reading of Wisdom today, Fr. Mike emphasizes the insanity of worshipping idols and how it's more tempting to make idols out of good things rather than evil things. Today's readings are 2 Maccabees 12, Wisdom 13-14, and Proverbs 25:11-14.
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2023-11-05Länk till avsnitt
Day 308: Little by Little (2023)
Fr. Mike highlights how God fights as a heavenly ally with the people of Israel in 2 Maccabees 11, and encourages us to actively fight alongside God in our daily battles. In our reading of Wisdom, Father points out how God corrects us little by little so we can learn to trust him. Today?s readings are 2 Maccabees 11, Wisdom 11-12, and Proverbs 25:8-10.
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2023-11-04Länk till avsnitt
Day 307: Courage in Battle (2023)
Today, Fr. Mike discusses the confidence that faith in God can provide as we fight the battles of our lives. He also engages with the riddles found in Wisdom 10 and points out that we can now not only understand the characters, stories, and allusions of Scripture, but can recognize the fingerprints of God in the world around us and better understand the main character of Scripture: God. Today?s readings are 2 Maccabees 10, Wisdom 9-10, and Proverbs 25:4-7.
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2023-11-03Länk till avsnitt
Day 306: Wisdom Is Beautiful (2023)
Fr. Mike draws our attention to the descriptions of wisdom found in our readings for today and reflects on the beauty of wisdom?s feminine nature. He also discusses the death of Antiochus Epiphanes and offers two perspectives on reconciling God?s role in suffering. Today?s readings are from 2 Maccabees 9, Wisdom 7-8, and Proverbs 25:1-3.
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2023-11-02Länk till avsnitt
Day 305: The Defender (2023)
As we hear the re-telling of the story of Judas Maccabbeus and his brothers fighting for the honor of the Lord's Temple in 2 Maccabees, Fr. Mike points out how this version gives us an insight into their recognition of God's presence, mercy, and justice in their circumstances. We learn that no matter what we are going through, we can trust that God is our great defender who is present and active in all circumstances of our lives. Today's readings are 2 Maccabees 8, Wisdom 5-6, and Proverbs 24:30-34.
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2023-11-01Länk till avsnitt
Day 304: Life Beyond Death (2023)
Fr. Mike focuses on the powerful theme that connects all of our readings today- the reality of life beyond death. In the story of the martyrdom of the seven brothers in 2 Macabees, we see how the brothers and their mother fiercely reject the temptation to violate God's law, and boldly hold onto their hope in the resurrection of the dead. Our readings from Wisdom also remind us that death is not the end, because we know that eternal life is waiting for us beyond death. Today's readings are 2 Maccabees 7, Wisdom 3-4, and Proverbs 24:27-29.
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2023-10-31Länk till avsnitt
Day 303: Eleazar's Martyrdom (2023)
Fr. Mike offers a recap of Eleazar's martyrdom and marvels at Eleazar's courage to avoid both sin, and the temptation to lead others into sin. As we begin reading the book of Wisdom today, we also learn three valuable lessons; God did not create death, death entered the world through sin, and we are wise when we walk in the truth but foolish when we walk in evil. Today's readings are 2 Maccabees 6, Wisdom 1-2, and Proverbs 24:21-26.
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2023-10-30Länk till avsnitt
Day 302: The Pursuit of Wisdom (2023)
Fr. Mike concludes the book of Sirach today and encourages us to continue the pursuit of wisdom. In our reading of 2 Maccabees, we see again the pillage of the Temple and we are re- introduced to Judas Maccabeus. Lastly, in Proverbs Fr. Mike encourages us to resist the temptation to rejoice when our enemies fall. Today?s readings are 2 Maccabees 5, Sirach 50-51, and Proverbs 24:17-20.
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2023-10-29Länk till avsnitt
Day 301: Rising Again (2023)
As we begin to wrap up the Old Testament, Fr. Mike reflects on our reading from Sirach and what we have already learned on this journey through the Bible. He emphasizes that Scripture encourages us to rise again from our sin and return to God, because our God always picks us up again with his mercy. Today?s readings are 2 Maccabees 4, Sirach 47-49, and Proverbs 24:13-16.
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2023-10-28Länk till avsnitt
Day 300: Conversion of Heart (2023)
Fr. Mike provides context to the God-centered perspective of 2 Maccabees and compares it to the more secular perspective provided by 1 Maccabees. He challenges us to reflect on our days with the lens of 2 Maccabees - acknowledging God?s presence in each moment of our story. Additionally, Fr. Mike shares the miraculous conversion story of St. Mary of Egypt. Today?s readings are 2 Maccabees 3, Sirach 45-46, and Proverbs 24:10-12.
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2023-10-27Länk till avsnitt
Day 299: Jeremiah Hides the Ark (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses the story of Jeremiah and the Ark of the Covenant, offering insight on where it was hidden and how that affected the people of God. He also looks ahead to the rest of 2 Maccabees and poses a question for all of us: What will the people who love us remember about us? Today?s readings are 2 Maccabees 2, Sirach 42-44, and Proverbs 24:8-9.
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2023-10-26Länk till avsnitt
Day 298: The Gift of Life (2023)
Fr. Mike gives us context for the beginning of 2 Maccabees and recounts the story of Nehemiah?s discovery of the sacred fire. He also offers a reflection for those struggling with grief and death, which serves as a reminder to all about the blessing of our lives and the lives of those we love. Today?s readings are 2 Maccabees 1, Sirach 40-41, and Proverbs 24:1-7.
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2023-10-25Länk till avsnitt
Day 297: Using Good Things for Evil (2023)
As we read from Proverbs and Sirach, Fr. Mike points out how everything God has made is good, but we can use those things for evil ends. We also reach the conclusion of 1 Maccabees today. The readings are 1 Maccabees 16, Sirach 38-39, and Proverbs 23:29-35.
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2023-10-24Länk till avsnitt
Day 296: Know Your Heart (2023)
As we begin to wrap up 1 Maccabees, Fr. Mike directs our attention to how 2 Maccabees will tell the same story in a different way. In Sirach, we are encouraged to know our own hearts, so that we can know our strengths, weaknesses, and where we might need healing. The readings are 1 Maccabees 15, Sirach 36-37, and Proverbs 23:26-28.
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2023-10-23Länk till avsnitt
Day 295: Israel's Expectations (2023)
Fr. Mike mirrors the story of 1 Maccabees and Israel?s expectations of continued success onto our own lives, emphasizing that God?s marvelous plan exceeds our expectations and what we think should happen next in our lives. He invites us to worship and give to the Lord with freedom and generosity in response to God?s sacrificial love for us. Today?s readings are 1 Maccabees 14, Sirach 34-35, and Proverbs 23:22-25.
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2023-10-22Länk till avsnitt
Day 294: Judea Gains Independence (2023)
In our reading of 1 Maccabees today, Fr. Mike highlights the the establishment of the new independent sovereign nation of Israel in the land of Judah. We learn how Simon takes command and enforces the law all around the land. Fr. Mike reminds us that even today, Christians are governed by Jesus himself and ultimately to belong to him. Today's readings are 1 Maccabees 13, Sirach 32-33, and Proverbs 23:17-21.
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2023-10-21Länk till avsnitt
Day 293: Discipline Grounded in Love (2023)
Fr. Mike focuses on the theme of disciplining children, reflected in our readings from Sirach and Proverbs today. He clarifies that there is a crucial difference between discipline and destruction, and emphasizes that disciplining children should always be grounded in love and oriented towards their success in the future. Today's readings 1 Maccabees 12, Sirach 30-31, and Proverbs 23:13-16.
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2023-10-20Länk till avsnitt
Day 292: The Power of Words (2023)
As we continue our journey in 1 Maccabees, Fr. Mike explains that this book of the Bible is unlike others because it narrates stories and events without providing any interpretation. In Sirach, Fr. Mike stresses the teaching on the power of our words and the gravity of gossip and slander. Today's readings are 1 Maccabees 11, Sirach 28-29, and Proverbs 23:9-12.
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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
2023-10-19Länk till avsnitt