The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) - Episodes Tagged with “Proverbs”

Day 324: The Name of Jesus (2025)

Ascension — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500

In Acts 3, Peter used God’s gift of healing to allow God to restore a lame man. Fr. Mike reminds us that God gives us gifts so he can be known in the world and all great miracles are attributed to the name of Jesus. Fr. Mike also tells us why our suffering matters, and how God wastes nothing. Today’s readings are Acts 3, Romans 4-5, and Proverbs 27:1-3.

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Day 323: Pentecost (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike shares the powerful story of the Holy Spirit coming upon the apostles in the upper room. He emphasizes how God calls us to go out into the world with his Spirit and live in community and with devotion to the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, the Eucharist, and prayer just like the first Christians. Today’s readings are Acts 2, Romans 2-3, and Proverbs 26:27-28.

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Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2025)

Ascension — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike highlights how Jesus didn't pray in order get something from God, he prayed in order to be close to God. He also points to Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane as a perfect example of how we should pray with honesty and trust. Lastly, Fr. Mike provides insights on the significance of the walk to Emmaus and Jesus' last words on the cross. The readings are Luke 22:39-24:53 and Proverbs 26:20-23.

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Day 311: God Fights for You (2025)

Ascension — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 03:15:00 -0500

As we get closer to the end of the Old Testament, Fr. Mike highlights one of the lessons we've seen time and time again—that God continues to fight for each of us, despite the brokenness and messiness of our lives. He also points out how the reading from Wisdom foreshadows the coming of Jesus. The readings are 2 Maccabees 14, Wisdom 17-18, and Proverbs 25:18-20.

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Day 302: The Pursuit of Wisdom (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike concludes the book of Sirach today and encourages us to continue the pursuit of wisdom. In our reading of 2 Maccabees, we see again the pillage of the Temple and we are re- introduced to Judas Maccabeus. Lastly, in Proverbs Fr. Mike encourages us to resist the temptation to rejoice when our enemies fall. Today’s readings are 2 Maccabees 5, Sirach 50-51, and Proverbs 24:17-20.

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Day 296: Know Your Heart (2025)

Ascension — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

As we begin to wrap up 1 Maccabees, Fr. Mike directs our attention to how 2 Maccabees will tell the same story in a different way. In Sirach, we are encouraged to know our own hearts, so that we can know our strengths, weaknesses, and where we might need healing. The readings are 1 Maccabees 15, Sirach 36-37, and Proverbs 23:26-28.

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Day 295: Israel's Expectations (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike mirrors the story of 1 Maccabees and Israel’s expectations of continued success onto our own lives, emphasizing that God’s marvelous plan exceeds our expectations and what we think should happen next in our lives. He invites us to worship and give to the Lord with freedom and generosity in response to God’s sacrificial love for us. Today’s readings are 1 Maccabees 14, Sirach 34-35, and Proverbs 23:22-25.

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Day 324: The Name of Jesus (2025)

Ascension — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 289: Wise Influences (2025)

Ascension — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike contextualizes our readings from 1 Maccabees today which covers the beginning of Roman rule over the Jewish people. Additionally, he emphasizes the wisdom from Sirach about surrounding ourselves with influences that lead us closer to God and help us grow in holiness. Today’s readings are 1 Maccabees 8, Sirach 22-23, and Proverbs 22:26-29.

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Day 288: Battling Against Gossip (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike explains the importance of wisdom in our everyday lives when we face temptations to gossip, encouraging us in the battle for virtue, wisdom, and goodness. He emphasizes that we must ask the Lord for his wisdom to guide us as we interact with the people around us, just like the Jews prayed before battle. Today’s readings are 1 Maccabees 7, Sirach 19-21, and Proverbs 22:22-25.

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Day 285: Story of Hanukkah (2025)

Ascension — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

In today's reading from 1 Maccabees, we hear about the victory of Judas Maccabeus, which is also the story of Hanukkah. In Sirach, Fr. Mike points out that chasing fame and glory in this world are not worth our time, because they will all fade away after we are gone. The readings are 1 Maccabees 4, Sirach 10-12, and Proverbs 22:9-12.

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Day 284: Near Occasion of Sin (2025)

Ascension — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike points out how advice from books like Proverbs and Sirach may not apply perfectly to every situation, but are meant to help guide us towards wisdom. He also highlights a piece from Sirach that encourages us to avoid "deserted places"—calling us not only to stay away from sin, but to stay away from what leads us to sin. The readings are 1 Maccabees 3, Sirach 7-9, and Proverbs 22:5-8.

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Day 283: Mattathias Attacks (2025)

Ascension — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike clarifies the meaning behind Mattathias' zealous attack against the Greeks and his fellow Jews who were not obeying God's laws. From our reading of Sirach, Fr. Mike reminds us to remember the needs of the poor, and to be careful when forming friendships. Today's readings are 1 Maccabees 2, Sirach 4-6, and Proverbs 22:1-4.

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Day 277: Such a Time as This (2025)

Ascension — Sat, 04 Oct 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Today's readings remind us that all good things come from God, and he calls us to specific places and times for a reason. In the book of Esther, Fr. Mike points out that Esther was perfectly positioned to fulfill God's will. We too, can examine our lives and realize that there are places God has brought us, "for such a time as this". The readings are Nehemiah 9, Esther 4 and 14, and Proverbs 21:9-12.

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Day 254: Judgment of Nations (2025)

Ascension — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike continues reading from the book of Jeremiah and emphasizes God’s judgment against the nations surrounding Israel. Fr. Mike also invites us to meditate on the words of the prophets and repent for our own failures and shortcomings. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 47-48, Lamentations 2, and Proverbs 18:1-4.

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Day 248: Cut to the Heart (2025)

Ascension — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike points out how, like King Jehoiakim, we too can dismiss God's teachings instead of letting them cut into our hearts. The readings are Jeremiah 35-36, Judith 6-7, and Proverbs 17:1-4.

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Day 243: The Lord's Plans (2025)

Ascension — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike highlights verse 11 from Jeremiah 29: "I know the plans I have for you...plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." Since we know God is a good Father, we too can count on this promise and know that God has a plan for each of us. The reading are Jeremiah 28-29, Daniel 10-11, and Proverbs 16:13-16.

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Day 232: Glory in Knowing God (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike reflects on Jeremiah’s sorrow for the people of Israel while reminding us that the one thing we ought to find glory in, is in understanding and knowing God. In our reading of Ezekiel, we hear about God's ongoing promise to restore Israel. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 9, Ezekiel 39, and Proverbs 15:1-4.

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Day 220: Prophecy Fulfilled (2025)

Ascension — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike points out that the prophecy from Isaiah 61 is fulfilled by Jesus (as described in Luke 4). In Ezekiel, Fr. Mike draws our attention to the importance of the Sabbath as the sign of the covenant with God. The readings are Isaiah 61-62, Ezekiel 20, and Proverbs 13:13-16.

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Day 219: Separation from God (2025)

Ascension — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike points out that separation from God is not due to a lack of power or love on God's part, but is a consequence of our willful refusal to follow Him. He also highlights that despite our unfaithfulness, God always has a plan for reconciliation. The readings are Isaiah 59-60, Ezekiel 19, and Proverbs 13:9-12.

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Day 218: Each Will Be Judged (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike reflects on some of the ways that people turn away from God, including: worshipping idols, fasting for selfish reasons, and not honoring the sabbath. He also highlights the passage from Ezekiel 18 that tells us that each person will be judged by their own actions, and not by those of their parents or children. The readings are Isaiah 57-58, Ezekiel 17-18, and Proverbs 13:5-8.

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Day 217: The Everlasting Covenant (2025)

Ascension — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike highlights the rich text in Isaiah 55 and 56 which reveals that the house of the Lord will not only be for the chosen people, but for all people. We also hear the story of how God mercifully restores Israel who is like an unfaithful bride. Today’s readings are Isaiah 55-56, Ezekiel 16, and Proverbs 13:1-4.

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Day 106: Saul Is Chosen (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:30:00 -0400

As we begin the Royal Kingdom period, we hear about the first king of Israel, Saul. We discover that though Saul looks like a fearless warrior, he has a major flaw. Fr. Mike also points out the significance of the readings from Proverbs. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 9-10 and Proverbs 6:23-35.

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Day 105: It Is Finished (2025)

Ascension — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 03:15:00 -0400

In our final reading from the Gospel of John, we hear about the crucifixion, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Fr. Mike points out the connection between the Paschal lamb and Jesus, and also the connection between the Last Supper and the Crucifixion. Today's readings are John 19-21 and Proverbs 6:16-22.

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Day 22: Go to Joseph (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike shows us how the faithfulness of Joseph in the Old Testament foreshadows the faithfulness of St. Joseph, the husband of Mary, in the New Testament. Today's readings are Genesis 41-42; Job 33-34 and Proverbs 4:1-9.

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Day 9: Sodom and Gomorrah (2025)

Ascension — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike breaks down the story of Sodom and Gomorrah today as we read Genesis 18-19, Job 7-8, and Proverbs 2:1-5.

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Day 8: The Surrender of Abraham (2025)

Ascension — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike zeroes in on the theme of surrender as we discover how God changed Abram to Abraham and Job continues to struggle with his affliction. Today's readings are Genesis 16-17, Job 5-6, and Proverbs 1:20-33.

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Day 7: God's Covenant with Abram (2025)

Ascension — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike talks about the significance of God's covenant with Abram, and how it points to God's immense love for us. Today's readings are Genesis 14-15, Job 3-4, and Proverbs 1:8-19.

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Day 6: Trust in the Lord (2025)

Ascension — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 03:30:00 -0500

Fr. Mike reads Genesis 12-13, Job 1-2, and Proverbs 1:1-7 and shows how Abram and Job, despite their brokenness, were able to trust in God.

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Day 363: The New Covenant Priesthood (2024)

Ascension — Sat, 28 Dec 2024 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike draws a parallel between the symbols in the book of Revelation and the persecution by the Roman empire of the first Christians and encourages us to hold firm in our faith. Additionally, Fr. Mike reveals the beauty of the new covenant priesthood established by Jesus and explained in Hebrews. Today’s readings are Revelation 15-17, Hebrews 5-8, and Proverbs 31:23-25.

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Day 362: The Woman Clothed with the Sun (2024)

Ascension — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike continues to interpret the symbols within Revelation. He compares story of Our Lady of Guadalupe to the woman in Revelation. Fr. Mike provides context to the letter to the Hebrews, a letter that makes the case for Jesus, explaining who he is and the beauty of what he did for us. Today’s readings are Revelation 12-14, Hebrews 1-4, and Proverbs 31:19-22.

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Day 361: Judgment and Repentance (2024)

Ascension — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike summarizes and contextualizes the book of Philemon, addressing the tension of slavery addressed in the Bible. He provides an explanation on the continued destruction depicted in Revelation as the visions of the apostle John, holding it up to the light of the Gospel. Today’s readings are Revelation 8-11, Philemon, and Proverbs 31:16-18.

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Day 339: Priscilla and Aquila (2024)

Ascension — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike reminds us that God uses crooked lines to make a straight story, like Paul’s witness to Priscilla and Aquila as they encounter the person of Christ and become missionaries. Just like Apollos accepted correction, Fr. Mike invites us to courageously open ourselves up to learning and growing. Today’s readings are Acts 18, 1 Corinthians 16, and Proverbs 28:19-21.

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Day 338: Death Defeated (2024)

Ascension — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 03:15:00 -0500

As we continue along the path of our forefathers in faith, Fr. Mike reminds us that we live in the same era as the Apostles and have the same Holy Spirit. Just like St. Paul stood out by imitating Jesus and sharing the Gospel, we are called to do the same. Fr. Mike also discusses our duality as both body and soul as it relates to Christ’s resurrection. Today’s readings are Acts 17, 1 Corinthians 15, and Proverbs 28:16-18.

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Day 337: The Importance of Love (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike unpacks the events in Acts 16, describing Paul’s trust in the Lord as God frees him from prison. He connects St. Paul’s conversation about spiritual gifts to the well-known “love” chapter in 1 Corinthians, explaining how love and donation of self gives purpose to the spiritual gifts. Today’s readings are Acts 16, 1 Corinthians 13-14, and Proverbs 28:13-15.

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Day 324: The Name of Jesus (2024)

Ascension — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 323: Pentecost (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2024)

Ascension — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 311: God Fights for You (2024)

Ascension — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 302: The Pursuit of Wisdom (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 296: Know Your Heart (2024)

Ascension — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 295: Israel's Expectations (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 289: Wise Influences (2024)

Ascension — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 288: Battling Against Gossip (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 285: Story of Hanukkah (2024)

Ascension — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 284: Near Occasion of Sin (2024)

Ascension — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 283: Mattathias Attacks (2024)

Ascension — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 277: Such a Time as This (2024)

Ascension — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 254: Judgment of Nations (2024)

Ascension — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 248: Cut to the Heart (2024)

Ascension — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike points out how, like King Jehoiakim, we too can dismiss God's teachings instead of letting them cut into our hearts. The readings are Jeremiah 35-36, Judith 6-7, and Proverbs 17:1-4.

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Day 243: The Lord's Plans (2024)

Ascension — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 232: Glory in Knowing God (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 220: Prophecy Fulfilled (2024)

Ascension — Wed, 07 Aug 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 219: Separation from God (2024)

Ascension — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 218: Each Will Be Judged (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 217: The Everlasting Covenant (2024)

Ascension — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 03:15:00 -0400

"Fr. Mike highlights the rich text in Isaiah 55 and 56 which reveals that the house of the Lord will not only be for the chosen people, but for all people. We also hear the story of how God mercifully restores Israel who is like an unfaithful bride. Today’s readings are Isaiah 55-56, Ezekiel 16, and Proverbs 13:1-4."

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Day 208: The Futility of Idols (2024)

Ascension — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike explains the three ways the people are tempted to turn away from God while in exile: by not worshipping God the way He has asked, by worshipping false idols, and by being superstitious and fearful of false gods. Today's reading are Isaiah 37-38, Baruch 5-6, and Proverbs 11:25-28.

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Day 207: The Lord Will Come (2024)

Ascension — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike points out the passages that highlight the coming of God, and asks us to reflect on whether our response is hope and excitement, or fear and dread. Today's readings are Isaiah 34-36, Baruch 3-4, and Proverbs 11:21-24.

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Day 206: The Book of Baruch (2024)

Ascension — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike explains the context of the book of Baruch, he also highlights Isaiah's warning against complacency and how God's justice applies to everyone, even those who don't believe in Him. The readings are Isaiah 32-33, Baruch 1-2, and Proverbs 11:17-20.

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Day 190: Judah Is Overrun (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 03:15:00 -0400

As we near the end of 2 Kings, Fr. Mike takes us through Babylon's conquest of Judah, under the leadership of King Nebuchadnezzar. He touches on the importance of wisdom in the Book of Proverbs, and revisits the sons of Josiah in order to explain why the people of Israel are so lost. Today's readings are 2 Kings 24, 2 Chronicles 35, and Proverbs 8:22-36.

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Day 106: Saul Is Chosen (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 105: It Is Finished (2024)

Ascension — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 23: Judah Changes (2024)

Ascension — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 03:15:00 -0500

We continue reading today Genesis 43-44, Job 35-36, and Proverbs 4:10-19. Fr. Mike highlights the transformation of Judah's heart and how his change shows us that we too can change regardless of our past.

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Day 22: Go to Joseph (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 9: Sodom and Gomorrah (2024)

Ascension — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike breaks down the story of Sodom and Gomorrah today as we read Genesis 18-19, Job 7-8, and Proverbs 2:1-5.

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Day 8: The Surrender of Abraham (2024)

Ascension — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 7: God's Covenant with Abram (2024)

Ascension — Sun, 07 Jan 2024 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike talks about the significance of God's covenant with Abram, and how it points to God's immense love for us. Today's readings are Genesis 14-15, Job 3-4, and Proverbs 1:8-19.

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Day 6: Trust in the Lord (2024)

Ascension — Sat, 06 Jan 2024 03:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike reads Genesis 12-13, Job 1-2, and Proverbs 1:1-7 and shows how Abram and Job, despite their brokenness, were able to trust in God.

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Day 363: The New Covenant Priesthood (2023)

Ascension — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 362: The Woman Clothed with the Sun (2023)

Ascension — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 361: Judgment and Repentance (2023)

Ascension — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 339: Priscilla and Aquila (2023)

Ascension — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 338: Death Defeated (2023)

Ascension — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 337: The Importance of Love (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 03 Dec 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 324: The Name of Jesus (2023)

Ascension — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 323: Pentecost (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2023)

Ascension — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 311: God Fights for You (2023)

Ascension — Tue, 07 Nov 2023 03:15:00 -0500

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Day 302: The Pursuit of Wisdom (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 296: Know Your Heart (2023)

Ascension — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 295: Israel's Expectations (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 289: Wise Influences (2023)

Ascension — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 288: Battling Against Gossip (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 285: Story of Hanukkah (2023)

Ascension — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 284: Near Occasion of Sin (2023)

Ascension — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 283: Mattathias Attacks (2023)

Ascension — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 277: Such a Time as This (2023)

Ascension — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 254: Judgment of Nations (2023)

Ascension — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 248: Cut to the Heart (2023)

Ascension — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 03:15:00 -0400

Fr. Mike points out how, like King Jehoiakim, we too can dismiss God's teachings instead of letting them cut into our hearts. The readings are Jeremiah 35-36, Judith 6-7, and Proverbs 17:1-4.

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Day 243: The Lord's Plans (2023)

Ascension — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 232: Glory in Knowing God (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 220: Prophecy Fulfilled (2023)

Ascension — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 219: Separation from God (2023)

Ascension — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 218: Each Will Be Judged (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 06 Aug 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 217: The Everlasting Covenant (2023)

Ascension — Sat, 05 Aug 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 208: The Futility of Idols (2023)

Ascension — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 207: The Lord Will Come (2023)

Ascension — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 206: The Book of Baruch (2023)

Ascension — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 190: Judah Is Overrun (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 09 Jul 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 106: Saul Is Chosen (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 105: It Is Finished (2023)

Ascension — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 03:15:00 -0400

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Day 9: Sodom and Gomorrah (2023)

Ascension — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Fr. Mike breaks down the story of Sodom and Gomorrah today as we read Genesis 18-19, Job 7-8, and Proverbs 2:1-5.

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Day 8: The Surrender of Abraham (2023)

Ascension — Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 7: God's Covenant with Abram (2023)

Ascension — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Fr. Mike talks about the significance of God's covenant with Abram, and how it points to God's immense love for us. Today's readings are Genesis 14-15, Job 3-4, and Proverbs 1:8-19.

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Day 6: Trust in the Lord (2023)

Ascension — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike reads Genesis 12-13, Job 1-2, and Proverbs 1:1-7 and shows how Abram and Job, despite their brokenness, were able to trust in God.

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Day 363: The New Covenant Priesthood (2022)

Ascension — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 362: The Woman Clothed with the Sun (2022)

Ascension — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 361: Judgment and Repentance (2022)

Ascension — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 339: Priscilla and Aquila (2022)

Ascension — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 338: Death Defeated (2022)

Ascension — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 337: The Importance of Love (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 03 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 324: The Name of Jesus (2022)

Ascension — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 323: Pentecost (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2022)

Ascension — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 311: God Fights for You (2022)

Ascension — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 302: The Pursuit of Wisdom (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 296: Know Your Heart (2022)

Ascension — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 295: Israel's Expectations (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 289: Wise Influences (2022)

Ascension — Sun, 16 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 288: Battling Against Gossip (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 15 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 285: Story of Hanukkah (2022)

Ascension — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 284: Near Occasion of Sin (2022)

Ascension — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 283: Mattathias Attacks (2022)

Ascension — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 277: Such a Time as This (2022)

Ascension — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 254: Judgment of Nations (2022)

Ascension — Sun, 11 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 248: Cut to the Heart (2022)

Ascension — Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Fr. Mike points out how, like King Jehoiakim, we too can dismiss God's teachings instead of letting them cut into our hearts. The readings are Jeremiah 35-36, Judith 6-7, and Proverbs 17:1-4.

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Day 243: The Lord's Plans (2022)

Ascension — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 232: Glory in Knowing God (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 20 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 220: Prophecy Fulfilled (2022)

Ascension — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 219: Separation from God (2022)

Ascension — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 218: Each Will Be Judged (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 06 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 217: The Everlasting Covenant (2022)

Ascension — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 208: The Futility of Idols (2022)

Ascension — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 207: The Lord Will Come (2022)

Ascension — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 206: The Book of Baruch (2022)

Ascension — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 190: Judah Is Overrun (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 09 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 106: Saul Is Chosen (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:15:00 -0400

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Day 105: It Is Finished (2022)

Ascension — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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Day 22: Go to Joseph (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 22 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 9: Sodom and Gomorrah (2022)

Ascension — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Fr. Mike breaks down the story of Sodom and Gomorrah today as we read Genesis 18-19, Job 7-8, and Proverbs 2:1-5.

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Day 8: The Surrender of Abraham (2022)

Ascension — Sat, 08 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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Day 7: God's Covenant with Abram (2022)

Ascension — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Fr. Mike talks about the significance of God's covenant with Abram, and how it points to God's immense love for us. Today's readings are Genesis 14-15, Job 3-4, and Proverbs 1:8-19.

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Day 6: Trust in the Lord (2022)

Ascension — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 00:15:00 -0500

Fr. Mike reads Genesis 12-13, Job 1-2, and Proverbs 1:1-7 and shows how Abram and Job, despite their brokenness, were able to trust in God.

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