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Day 161: The Crucifixion of Christ -The Bible in a Year with Fr. Mike Schmitz. Fr. Mike finishes the gospel of Mark by reflecting on the death and resurrection of Christ. He also encourages us to reflect on the redemption of our own sins every time we see a crucifix and to return that same sacrificial love to God every day. Today’s readings are Mark 15-16 and Psalm 22. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children – parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike explains why it’s better to seek counsel from those who don’t necessarily always agree with us, using the experience of Rehobo′am as an example. He also touches on the failed leadership of Jerobo′am as he leads his people into false places of worship and idolatry. Today’s readings are 1 Kings 12, 2 Chronicles 10-11, and Song of Solomon 1.
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Fr. Mike touches on the last acts of King Rehobo’am and the rise of his son, Abi′jah. He also explains how we can see the importance of faith over success through the mistakes of Israel’s leaders. Today’s readings are 1 Kings 13, 2 Chronicles 12-13, and Song of Solomon 2.
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Fr. Mike points out the results of what happened to the kings who built idols, and what happened to the kings who tore them down. He encourages us to tear down the idols we’ve built up in our own lives by trusting God with our first fruits. Today’s readings are 1 Kings 14, 2 Chronicles 14-15, and Song of Solomon 3.
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Fr. Mike connects today’s reading from Songs to the teachings of St. John Paul’s Theology of the Body. He also points out how helpful it is to track the timelines of the kings of Israel and Judah as we read from Kings and Chronicles simultaneously. The readings are 1 Kings 15-16, 2 Chronicles 16-17, and Song of Solomon 4.
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Today, we are introduced to the prophet Elijah, who again and again responds to God’s invitations with faith. The readings are 1 Kings 17-18, 2 Chronicles 18-19, and Song of Solomon 5.
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Today we read about Elijah’s discouragement after fleeing from Jezebel, and how God tells him to “arise and eat” to strengthen him for the journey ahead. Fr. Mike points out how God calls us to draw strength for the journey as well, even at the end of our earthly lives. The readings are 1 Kings 19-20, 2 Chronicles 20, and Song of Solomon 6.
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Follow along with the official Bible in a Year Reading Plan: https://tinyurl.com/yht9rheb Fr. Mike highlights the wickedness and unfaithfulness of king Ahab, king Jehoram and king Azaiah. We learn that their selfish and disobedient actions have severe consequences. Today’s readings are 1 Kings 21, 2 Chronicles 21-22, and Song of Solomon 7.
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Fr. Mike explains how Athaliah’s death, Jehoiada’s covenant, and the crowning of Joash as king was pivotal for the restoration of the Temple. Today’s readings are 1 Kings 22, 2 Chronicles 23, and Song of Solomon 8.
Fr. Mike looks at Joash’s downfall and disobedience after the death of Jehoida. We learn how important it is to have good mentors in our lives who keep us grounded in the faith. Finally, Fr. Mike emphasizes the significance of Psalm 69 and how to properly interpret it. Today’s readings are 2 Kings 1, 2 Chronicles 24, and Psalm 69.
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