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Fr. Mike continues to emphasize Hezekiah’s faithfulness as he turns to God in prayer in the midst of battle, and reinstitutes the Passover feast. Today we read 2 Kings 19, 2 Chronicles 30, and Psalm 143.
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Fr. Mike highlights the goodness of Hezekiah as king of Judah but also points out his failure to protect the future of his people. While Hezekiah let his self-interest cloud his judgment, we are reminded to pray for those who will come after us, doing our best to preserve what will be theirs one day. Today’s readings are 2 Kings 20, 2 Chronicles 31, and Psalm 144.
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Fr. Mike recalls Hezekiah’s prayer for more time and reveals how Hezekiah did not use that time wisely. We all are only given a specific amount of time on this earth, and it’s up to us to use that time to become more like Christ, so we can spend eternity with him in heaven. Today’s readings are 2 Kings 21, 2 Chronicles 32, and Psalm 145.
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Fr. Mike introduces us to the Book of Proverbs, while reflecting on the lack of devotion Israel has shown towards God and the Book of the Law. Much like God gave the Book of the Law to Israel, he’s given the Bible to us to continue following him faithfully. Today’s readings are 2 Kings 22, 2 Chronicles 33, and Proverbs 7.
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Fr. Mike explains why it’s important to focus on our own journey with the Lord over those around us while highlighting the leadership of king Josiah. He also reminds us how the mistakes of past kings had led Israel down a dark path. Today’s readings are 2 Kings 23, 2 Chronicles 34, and Proverbs 8:1-21.
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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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As we finish our journey in 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles, Fr. Mike highlights the Babylonian exile as a critical event in the story of salvation. Although the exile is a dark and devastating part of the Israel’s history, Fr. Mike reminds us that it’s not the end of their story. Today’s readings are 2 Kings 25, 2 Chronicles 36, and Proverbs 9:1-6.
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Today we begin reading the book of the prophet Isaiah and the book of Tobit! Fr. Mike helps us understand the historical context of Isaiah’s ministry to Judah, and the themes of condemnation and consolation present in his writings. As we enter into the book of Tobit, Fr. Mike emphasizes Tobit’s virtuous character. Today we read Isaiah 1-2, Tobit 1-2, and Proverbs 9:7-12.
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Fr. Mike focuses on the book of Tobit today and explains why this beautiful book is missing from non-Catholic Bibles. He dives into the history behind the arrangement of the Bible, and why the Catholic Bible includes 73 books. Today’s readings are Isaiah 3-4, Tobit 3-4, and Proverbs 9:13-18.
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Fr. Mike zeroes in on Isaiah 5-6 today. He emphasizes the literary masterpiece of the parable of the vineyard in Isaiah 5 and how it represents the story of Israel. He also shows us how Isaiah 6 is full of rich symbolism that points to the sacred realities of the Mass. We are reminded that God is truly holy and deserving of our praise. Today’s readings are Isaiah 5-6, Tobit 5-6, and Proverbs 10:1-4.
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