web01.fireside.fm Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:38:22 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) - Episodes Tagged with “Proverbs 26” https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/tags/proverbs%2026 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 03:30:00 -0500 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! Listen and… 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 The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. en-us episodic The definitive Catholic Bible in a year podcast, brought to you by Ascension Ascension 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! Listen and… 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 The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. no catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, Ascension podcasts@ascensionpress.com Day 322: The Ascension (2025) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/day-322-2025 62970ec4-107f-41a0-a54f-190d6f32227d Tue, 18 Nov 2025 03:30:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 19:17 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. 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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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]]> 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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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2025) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/day-321-2025 2a67a40f-ba96-4362-8730-2366465b4db7 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 26:46 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. garden of gethsemane, mount of olives, prayer, jesus, jesus christ, curcifixion, cross, last words of jesus, messianic fulfillment, resurrection of jesus, road to emmaus, walk to emmaus, proverbs, luke, gospel, gospel of luke, luke 22, luke 23, luke 24, proverbs 26, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 320: Peter's Denial Foretold (2025) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/day-320-2025 3e4320a5-4fee-4802-9e85-a7337195190c Sun, 16 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 24:13 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. peter, peters denial foretold, jesus prays for peters, satan, enemy, sin, the widows offerings, luke, gospel of luke, proverbs 26, , catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 319: Come, Follow Me (2025) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/day-319-2025 d737ca63-6549-46f1-a4c1-c5f44ae1f024 Sat, 15 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 24:24 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. zacchaeus, rich young man, riches, following christ, come follow me, luke, proverbs 26, the gospel of luke, loving christ with our whole hearts, , catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 316: Absolute Surrender (2025) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/day-316-2025 5547bea5-e405-4dc4-ac30-d817435300f6 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 23:35 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. luke 9, luke 10, proverbs 26, mary, martha, mission of the seventy, mission of the twelve, feeding the five thousand, take up your cross, deny yourself, transfiguration, the transfiguration, true greatness, the good samaritan, the parable of the good samaritan, absolute surrender, exodus, promised land, fulfillment of old testament promises, anxious, anxiety, cares of life, fool and folly, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 315: The Virtue of Mercy (2025) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/day-315-2025 38403621-017b-4d08-bdb3-2ba0d1d5353a Tue, 11 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 28:30 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. luke 6, luke 7, luke 8, new testament, proverbs 26, sabbath, twelve disciples, blessings and woes, love for enemies, judging others, good fruit, bad fruit, centurion, centurion’s slave, healer, teacher, healing, teaching, widow, widow’s son, john the baptist, forgiveness, parable, parable of the sower, the sower, calm storm, calms the storm, gerasene demoniac, swine, legion, demons, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Introduction to the Church (with Jeff Cavins) (2024) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/biy-day322a-2024 f02d3a2f-e353-4c53-94b0-3cae5304c638 Sun, 17 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 40:14 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. early church, church, catholic church, peter, paul, disciples, apostles, rome, martyrs, holy spirit, acts of the apostles, acts, epistles, Acts, Acts 1, Romans 1, Proverbs 26, Ascension, mission calling, gospel catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

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]]> Day 322: The Ascension (2024) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/biy-day322-2024 5541d4c2-0d2e-485a-af0f-13b02d61817d Sun, 17 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 19:17 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. early church, church, catholic church, peter, paul, disciples, apostles, rome, martyrs, holy spirit, acts of the apostles, acts, epistles, Acts, Acts 1, Romans 1, Proverbs 26, Ascension, mission calling, gospel catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 320: Peter's Denial Foretold (2024) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/biy-day320-2024 5318801a-da2b-48a9-a9d4-d03139dad5ba Fri, 15 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 23:05 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. peter, peters denial foretold, jesus prays for peters, satan, enemy, sin, the widows offerings, luke, gospel of luke, proverbs 26, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 319: Come, Follow Me (2024) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/biy-day319-2024 0bf06477-01b6-4410-9c1e-765ff208871d Thu, 14 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 24:24 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. zacchaeus, rich young man, riches, following christ, come follow me, luke, proverbs 26, the gospel of luke, loving christ with our whole hearts, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 316: Absolute Surrender (2024) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/biy-day316-2024 f2fe836a-ef61-419c-a7cc-f9336aa55519 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 23:35 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. luke 9, luke 10, proverbs 26, mary, martha, mission of the seventy, mission of the twelve, feeding the five thousand, take up your cross, deny yourself, transfiguration, the transfiguration, true greatness, the good samaritan, the parable of the good samaritan, absolute surrender, exodus, promised land, fulfillment of old testament promises, anxious, anxiety, cares of life, fool and folly catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 315: The Virtue of Mercy (2024) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/biy-day315-2024 c62b5d81-b485-4bfa-85ea-89574928c5a7 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 28:30 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. luke 6, luke 7, luke 8, new testament, proverbs 26, sabbath, twelve disciples, blessings and woes, love for enemies, judging others, good fruit, bad fruit, centurion, centurion’s slave, healer, teacher, healing, teaching, widow, widow’s son, john the baptist, forgiveness, parable, parable of the sower, the sower, calm storm, calms the storm, gerasene demoniac, swine, legion, demons catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 322: The Ascension (2023) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2023-day-322 39d8aa67-f0e4-43b1-b902-f0170c5d6806 Sat, 18 Nov 2023 03:30:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 19:01 no 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. If you have found this podcast to be helpful in your faith life and would like to help us continue bringing this Catholic media to as many people as possible, please consider making an ongoing financial gift at ascensionpress.com/support. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. early church, church, catholic church, peter, paul, disciples, apostles, rome, martyrs, holy spirit, acts of the apostles, acts, epistles, Acts, Acts 1, Romans 1, Proverbs 26, Ascension, mission calling, gospel, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

If you have found this podcast to be helpful in your faith life and would like to help us continue bringing this Catholic media to as many people as possible, please consider making an ongoing financial gift at ascensionpress.com/support.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

If you have found this podcast to be helpful in your faith life and would like to help us continue bringing this Catholic media to as many people as possible, please consider making an ongoing financial gift at ascensionpress.com/support.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2023) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2023-day-321 f4e1f836-53a0-4ce8-82a0-eccea0528181 Fri, 17 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 26:46 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. garden of gethsemane, mount of olives, prayer, jesus, jesus christ, curcifixion, cross, last words of jesus, messianic fulfillment, resurrection of jesus, road to emmaus, walk to emmaus, proverbs, luke, gospel, gospel of luke, luke 22, luke 23, luke 24, proverbs 26, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 320: Peter's Denial Foretold (2023) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2023-day-320 cca7df96-be78-45fe-96cd-158b03a35ac9 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 23:05 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. peter, peters denial foretold, jesus prays for peters, satan, enemy, sin, the widows offerings, luke, gospel of luke, proverbs 26, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 319: Come, Follow Me (2023) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2023-day-319 8e8868fa-df22-4dbf-9901-8ea8146195ea Wed, 15 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 24:24 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. zacchaeus, rich young man, riches, following christ, come follow me, luke, proverbs 26, the gospel of luke, loving christ with our whole hearts, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 316: Absolute Surrender (2023) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2023-day-316 6950b94d-fb6e-4d7b-8b34-fc56de409fc5 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 23:35 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. luke 9, luke 10, proverbs 26, mary, martha, mission of the seventy, mission of the twelve, feeding the five thousand, take up your cross, deny yourself, transfiguration, the transfiguration, true greatness, the good samaritan, the parable of the good samaritan, absolute surrender, exodus, promised land, fulfillment of old testament promises, anxious, anxiety, cares of life, fool and folly, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 315: The Virtue of Mercy (2023) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2023-day-315 63db31c4-36a3-4494-b6b0-fdd6f04d0e3d Sat, 11 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 28:30 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. luke 6, luke 7, luke 8, new testament, proverbs 26, sabbath, twelve disciples, blessings and woes, love for enemies, judging others, good fruit, bad fruit, centurion, centurion’s slave, healer, teacher, healing, teaching, widow, widow’s son, john the baptist, forgiveness, parable, parable of the sower, the sower, calm storm, calms the storm, gerasene demoniac, swine, legion, demons, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 322: The Ascension (2022) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2022-day-322 c0d21331-e824-45b5-aa84-93d184baf434 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:15:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 19:17 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. early church, church, catholic church, peter, paul, disciples, apostles, rome, martyrs, holy spirit, acts of the apostles, acts, epistles, Acts, Acts 1, Romans 1, Proverbs 26, Ascension, mission calling, gospel, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2022) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2022-day-321 614082f9-ec45-4721-a44e-876af92dbaec Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 25:37 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. garden of gethsemane, mount of olives, prayer, jesus, jesus christ, curcifixion, cross, last words of jesus, messianic fulfillment, resurrection of jesus, road to emmaus, walk to emmaus, proverbs, luke, gospel, gospel of luke, luke 22, luke 23, luke 24, proverbs 26, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 320: Peter's Denial Foretold (2022) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2022-day-320 3f08cafe-676a-4765-92bb-90a109a333d7 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 23:05 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. peter, peters denial foretold, jesus prays for peters, satan, enemy, sin, the widows offerings, luke, gospel of luke, proverbs 26, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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]]> Day 319: Come, Follow Me (2022) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2022-day-319 0f703ea1-0a3e-41a3-b169-188c148fca3f Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 24:24 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. zacchaeus, rich young man, riches, following christ, come follow me, luke, proverbs 26, the gospel of luke, loving christ with our whole hearts, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

]]> Day 316: Absolute Surrender (2022) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2022-day-316 9ca38877-2150-4833-a30b-74aed373d898 Sat, 12 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 23:35 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. luke 9, luke 10, proverbs 26, mary, martha, mission of the seventy, mission of the twelve, feeding the five thousand, take up your cross, deny yourself, transfiguration, the transfiguration, true greatness, the good samaritan, the parable of the good samaritan, absolute surrender, exodus, promised land, fulfillment of old testament promises, anxious, anxiety, cares of life, fool and folly, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

]]> Day 315: The Virtue of Mercy (2022) https://bibleinayear.fireside.fm/2022-day-315 aaaba5c7-8fa5-4fdf-9520-a4c485d874e3 Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 28:30 no 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. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. luke 6, luke 7, luke 8, new testament, proverbs 26, sabbath, twelve disciples, blessings and woes, love for enemies, judging others, good fruit, bad fruit, centurion, centurion’s slave, healer, teacher, healing, teaching, widow, widow’s son, john the baptist, forgiveness, parable, parable of the sower, the sower, calm storm, calms the storm, gerasene demoniac, swine, legion, demons, catholic, bible, bible in a year, bible in a year with fr.mike, bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, bible in a year with fr mike, bible in a year with father mike, bible in a year with father mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr.mike schmitz, the bible in a year with fr mike, the bible in a year with father mike, the bible in a year with father mike schmitz, father mike, fr.mike, fr mike, fr. mike schmitz, father mike schmitz, bible podcast, read the bible, read the bible in a year, bible in a year podcast, bible podcast fr mike, bible podcast fr.mike, bible podcast fr.mike schmitz, bible podcast father mike, bible podcast father mike schmitz, scripture, god’s word, the word of god, Catholic Church, catholicism, catholic faith, catholic priest, ascension, ascension press, christianity, catholic bible,roman catholic, christian, catholics, catholic bible, totus tuus, bible study, Catholic Bible Study, ascension presents, salvation history, the great adventure bible, the great adventure timeline, catholics, ascension catholic, religion, jesus, jesus christ, catholic religion, god, 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

]]> 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.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

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