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Fr. Mike reflects on how Isaiah’s prophecies in 49-50, point to the immediate reality of God’s promise of redemption for Israel, as well as to the distant reality of Jesus Christ as the Messiah. In Ezekiel, we also learn how the glory of God departed from the Temple, and how God’s presence is often hidden from us as well. Today’s readings are Isaiah 49-50, Ezekiel 10-11, and Proverbs 12:17-20.
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Fr. Mike focuses on Ezekiel’s warnings about false prophets misleading the people of Israel, and challenges us to reflect whether we choose to listen to prophets who tell us what we need to hear, not just what we want to hear. Today’s readings are Isaiah 51-52, Ezekiel 12-13, and Proverbs 12:21-24.
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Fr. Mike marvels at the beauty of Isaiah 53, which reveals that Jesus is the Lord’s suffering servant and also zeroes in on Ezekiel 15, which reminds us that without God we are like a useless vine that bears no fruit. Today we read Isaiah 53-54, Ezekiel 14-15, and Proverbs 12:25-28.
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Fr. Mike highlights the rich text in Isaiah 55 and 56 which reveals that the house of the Lord will not only be for the chosen people, but for all people. We also hear the story of how God mercifully restores Israel who is like an unfaithful bride. Today’s readings are Isaiah 55-56, Ezekiel 16, and Proverbs 13:1-4.
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Fr. Mike reflects on some of the ways that people turn away from God, including: worshipping idols, fasting for selfish reasons, and not honoring the sabbath. He also highlights the passage from Ezekiel 18 that tells us that each person will be judged by their own actions, and not by those of their parents or children. The readings are Isaiah 57-58, Ezekiel 17-18, and Proverbs 13:5-8.
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Fr. Mike points out that separation from God is not due to a lack of power or love on God’s part, but is a consequence of our willful refusal to follow Him. He also highlights that despite our unfaithfulness, God always has a plan for reconciliation. The readings are Isaiah 59-60, Ezekiel 19, and Proverbs 13:9-12.
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Fr. Mike points out that the prophecy from Isaiah 61 is fulfilled by Jesus (as described in Luke 4). In Ezekiel, Fr. Mike draws our attention to the importance of the Sabbath as the sign of the covenant with God. The readings are Isaiah 61-62, Ezekiel 20, and Proverbs 13:13-16.
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Fr. Mike expands on the passage we read in Proverbs, and emphasizes how important it is to surround ourselves with people who are striving towards holiness. He also reflects on the book of Isaiah, and how through these last couple of stories show that God’s justice is always aligned with his infinite mercy. Today’s readings are Isaiah 63-64, Ezekiel 21-22, and Proverbs 13:17-20.
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Fr. Mike explains the relationship between idolatry and adultery, and how one can easily lead to another, especially in our relationship with God. He also talks about the difference between discipline and abuse, as we cover some tough topics today. Today’s readings are Isaiah 65, Ezekiel 23-24, and Proverbs 13:21-25.
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Fr. Mike takes us through the last chapter of Isaiah by explaining how our emotions can sometimes get in the way of us responding well to those around us. This means mourning with those who mourn, and rejoicing with those who rejoice, as Isaiah teaches us in preparation for the coming of Christ. Today’s readings are Isaiah 66, Ezekiel 25-26, and Proverbs 14:1-4.
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