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

Day 279: Blessings and Burdens

October 6th, 2021  |  19 mins 28 secs

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Fr. Mike offers a brief recap of today’s chapter from Nehemiah, identifying the difference between those who were able to live in Jerusalem and those who were not. He explains the ancestral gifts that each tribe of Israel received and applies this concept to the vices and virtues of our families, as well as our freedom to adopt or reject them. Today we read from Nehemiah 11, Esther 8, 16, and Proverbs 21:17-20.

Day 95: The Sin of Benjamin

April 5th, 2021  |  24 mins 53 secs

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As we conclude the book of Judges, we hear about the horrifying events that occurred among the tribes of Israel in the days when "every man did what was right in his own eyes". The readings for today are Judges 19-21 and Psalm 148.

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

Day 92: Jephthah's Vow

April 2nd, 2021  |  28 mins 18 secs

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Today's readings are Judges 9-11, Ruth 4, and Psalm 137. In the reading from Judges, we hear about the rise and fall of Abimelech, as well as the misguided and heartbreaking vow Jephthah makes to God in return for victory over the Ammonites. We also conclude the book of Ruth with the marriage of Boaz and Ruth. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Day 87: God Keeps His Promises

March 28th, 2021  |  19 mins 5 secs

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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's readings are Joshua 19-21, and Psalm 131.

Day 80: Cities of Refuge

March 21st, 2021  |  19 mins 37 secs

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As we finish our journey through the Desert Wanderings, Fr. Mike zeroes in on the purpose of cities of refuge for the Israelites and the strong bond of community that they shared and maintained as the tribes grew. Today's readings are Numbers 35-36, Deuteronomy 34, and Psalm 121.

Day 78: The Song of Moses

March 19th, 2021  |  22 mins 16 secs

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In today's readings, we trace the route of the Israelites in Numbers and hear the song of Moses in Deuteronomy. Fr. Mike reflects on a hard lesson from these passages; that God will allow us to choose something other than him, even though it hurts us. The readings are Numbers 33, Deuteronomy 32, and Psalm 118.

Day 77: God Is Faithful

March 18th, 2021  |  20 mins 54 secs

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Fr. Mike points out why it's important that the tribes of Reuben and Gad agreed to fight in Numbers 32 and also reflects on how God knows that his people will be faithless, and yet He remains faithful to them. The readings are Numbers 32, Deuteronomy 31, and Psalm 117.

Day 73: Inheritance of Land

March 14th, 2021  |  19 mins 44 secs

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Fr. Mike explains why it was important to take a census at different points of the people of Israel in the Old Testament. We also learn that the Tribe of Levi is the only tribe that doesn't get an inheritance of land, because they're receiving something much greater. Today's readings are Numbers 26, Deuteronomy 27, and Psalm 111.

Day 62: Spies Sent to Canaan

March 3rd, 2021  |  21 mins 22 secs

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As we read Numbers 12 and 13, Deuteronomy 11, and Psalm 94, Fr. Mike reflects on the conflict between Aaron, Miriam, and Moses and explains why Miriam appears to be the only one punished. He also mentions the lack of trust the people continue to have in God, as they discover that the land of Canaan is occupied by a seemingly stronger force. For the complete reading plan visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Day 60: Intercessory Prayer

March 1st, 2021  |  21 mins 15 secs

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Fr. Mike points out how the tribes of Israel travel with Judah (praise) leading the way, and makes note of how Moses intercedes for the people and acts as a mediator between God and men. Today's readings are Numbers 10, Deuteronomy 9, and Psalm 10.