The Bible in a Year – Day 81 – Israel Crosses the Jordan
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As we begin our reading of the book Joshua, Fr. Mike draws our attention to God’s power as he parts the waters of the Jordan river, allowing the Israelites to walk across on dry land. We learn that following God often requires great courage and trust. Today’s readings are Joshua 1-4, and Psalm 123.
The Bible in a Year – Day 82 – The Valley of Achor
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Fr. Mike explains the meaning of circumcision for Israel’s relationship with God. He also underscore the gravity of Achan’s sin, and how the Valley of Achor symbolizes shame that is painful but not hopeless. Today we read Joshua 5-7 and Psalm 125.
The Bible in a Year – Day 83 – The Gibeonite Trickery
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Fr. Mike expands on the significance of establishing a covenant relationship, and how the trickery of the Gibeonites can represent the desire to enter into a relationship with God out of fear rather than out of love. Today’s readings are Joshua 8-9, and Psalm 126.
The Bible in a Year – Day 84 – The Sun Stands Still
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Fr. Mike offers us different ways we can interpret the miracle of the sun standing still in Joshua 10, and also reminds us that God always desires unity for us even though we often face war and division in this world. Today’s readings are Joshua 10-11, and Psalm 128.
The Bible in a Year – Day 85 – Fighting For Each Other
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As we read about Joshua leading Israel into battle, Fr. Mike helps us comprehend the meaning behind all the destruction God commands. He emphasizes that God ultimately wants us to fight for each other and not against each other. Today’s readings are Joshua 12-14, and Psalm 129.
The Bible in a Year – Day 88 – Joshua’s Last Words to Israel
The Bible in a Year – Day 269 – The Day of Small Things
Fr. Mike encourages us not to be discouraged about the small things happening in our lives, because just as we see through Zechariah’s visions, God takes small things and turns them into great triumphs. He also touches on the dedication of Israel to rebuild the temple, and the connection between the crowing of Joshua and the crowning of Christ the King. Today’s readings are Ezra 5-6, Zechariah 4-6, and Proverbs 20:8-11.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 314 – My Beloved Son
Fr. Mike elaborates on the significance of the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. He points out that the location of the Jordan River is particularly noteworthy because it’s the same river that Joshua crossed over to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land, signifying that Jesus will bring about a new exodus. Additionally, it’s the lowest spot on the planet, symbolizing Jesus’ humility. Finally, Fr. Mike emphasizes that when we are baptized, we are adopted as beloved sons and daughters of God because what belongs to Jesus by his nature is given to us by God’s grace. Today we read Luke 3-5 and Proverbs 25:27-28.
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