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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 59: Obligations to God
As we read Numbers 8-9, Deuteronomy 8, and Psalm 93, Fr. Mike reflects on how the Israelites were expected to celebrate Passover in all circumstances, learned to trust that God would lead them to where they needed to go, and needed to remember God in times of abundance as well as darkness.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 60: Intercessory Prayer
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.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 61: Complaining in the Desert
Fr. Mike discusses how the Israelites complaining against God and believing they were better off in Egypt reflects our own inclination to be enslaved by sin. Today’s readings are Numbers 11, Deuteronomy 10, and Psalm 33.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 62: Spies Sent to Canaan
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.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 63: Israel’s Rebellion
In our reading of Numbers 14 today, Fr. Mike highlights how the rebellion of the Israelites which was marked by distrust and fear, will have consequences for their children. We also read today Deuteronomy 12, and Psalm 95.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 64: Consequences of Sin
Fr. Mike explains why God would give the Israelites such drastic consequences for their sin, and how it reveals his divine plan and infinite mercy. Today’s readings are Numbers 15, Deuteronomy 13-14, and Psalm 96.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 65: Revolt Against Moses
Fr. Mike dives into the recurring issue of the Israelites rebelling against God and remaining stuck in their past as we read about the revolt of Korah, Dathan and Abiram against Moses and Aaron. Today’s readings are Numbers 16, Deuteronomy 15-16, and Psalm 97.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 66: Forbidden Forms of Worship
Fr. Mike discusses the forbidden forms of worship explained in Numbers 17, and why it’s important for us to understand how God desired to be worshipped in the Old Testament. Today’s readings are Numbers 17, Deuteronomy 17-18, and Psalm 98.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 68: The Waters of Meribah
Fr. Mike describes the miracle of the waters of Meribah that God performs for his people in the wilderness. He also explains the logic behind the laws God gives his people to restore their morality as they learn to live in relationship with each other. Today we read Numbers 19-20, Deuteronomy 21, and Psalm 100.
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