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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.
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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.
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  <title>Day 88: Joshua's Last Words to Israel (2026)</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike focuses on the last words Joshua speaks to the people of Israel, and how he calls them to choose the Lord above all other things. We all have idols in our lives that take us away from God; how are we choosing to love Christ above these idols today? Today's readings are Joshua 22-24, and Psalm 132.</itunes:subtitle>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Day 86: The Real Presence of God (2026)</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike reminds us that God is present with us in every step of our journey, even the seemingly mundane aspects. He also encourages us to not be discouraged on this journey, but to focus on relating to the historic stories of our biblical brothers and sisters. Today's readings are Joshua 15-18, and Psalm 130.</itunes:subtitle>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike reminds us that God is present with us in every step of our journey, even the seemingly mundane aspects. He also encourages us to not be discouraged on this journey, but to focus on relating to the historic stories of our biblical brothers and sisters. Today&#39;s readings are Joshua 15-18, and Psalm 130.</p>

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

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Day 88: Joshua's Last Words to Israel (2024)</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike focuses on the last words Joshua speaks to the people of Israel, and how he calls them to choose the Lord above all other things. We all have idols in our lives that take us away from God; how are we choosing to love Christ above these idols today? Today's readings are Joshua 22-24, and Psalm 132.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>21:11</itunes:duration>
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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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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike focuses on the last words Joshua speaks to the people of Israel, and how he calls them to choose the Lord above all other things. We all have idols in our lives that take us away from God; how are we choosing to love Christ above these idols today? Today&#39;s readings are Joshua 22-24, and Psalm 132.</p>

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

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike focuses on the last words Joshua speaks to the people of Israel, and how he calls them to choose the Lord above all other things. We all have idols in our lives that take us away from God; how are we choosing to love Christ above these idols today? Today&#39;s readings are Joshua 22-24, and Psalm 132.</p>

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

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Day 87: God Keeps His Promises (2024)</title>
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  <itunes:duration>19:05</itunes:duration>
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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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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike reminds us that God keeps his promises, even if it takes a little longer than we thought. Just like the people of Israel received everything the Lord had promised them, we too will receive everything the Lord has promised us, even in the midst of hardship and temptation. Today&#39;s readings are Joshua 19-21, and Psalm 131.</p>

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

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike reminds us that God keeps his promises, even if it takes a little longer than we thought. Just like the people of Israel received everything the Lord had promised them, we too will receive everything the Lord has promised us, even in the midst of hardship and temptation. Today&#39;s readings are Joshua 19-21, and Psalm 131.</p>

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

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Day 86: The Real Presence of God (2024)</title>
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  <itunes:duration>20:35</itunes:duration>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <itunes:duration>21:46</itunes:duration>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike focuses on the last words Joshua speaks to the people of Israel, and how he calls them to choose the Lord above all other things. We all have idols in our lives that take us away from God; how are we choosing to love Christ above these idols today? Today&#39;s readings are Joshua 22-24, and Psalm 132.</p>

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

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Day 87: God Keeps His Promises (2023)</title>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike focuses on the last words Joshua speaks to the people of Israel, and how he calls them to choose the Lord above all other things. We all have idols in our lives that take us away from God; how are we choosing to love Christ above these idols today? Today's readings are Joshua 22-24, and Psalm 132.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>21:46</itunes:duration>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Day 87: God Keeps His Promises (2022)</title>
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  <itunes:duration>19:05</itunes:duration>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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  <itunes:duration>20:35</itunes:duration>
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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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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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<p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

<p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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