The Bible in a Year – Day 30 – Nile Turned to Blood
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 30: Nile Turned to Blood
Fr. Mike explains how God is doing something new in this period, and shows us how much God desires to pour out his mercy. Today we read Exodus 6-7, Leviticus 5, and Psalm 47.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 64 – Consequences of Sin
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 – Day 246 – Rejoice in Doing Good
In today’s reading from Jeremiah, Fr. Mike points out how God rejoices in doing us good, and wants to pour out his grace and mercy upon us. As we begin reading from Judith, he explains that, while it might not be historically accurate, the story is there to convey truth. The readings are Jeremiah 32, Judith 1-2, and Proverbs 16:25-28.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 315 – The Virtue of Mercy
In light of a series of miracles in our readings for today, Fr. Mike focuses on our Lord’s compassion and our call to be merciful, as he is. He emphasizes the beauty of God’s mercy and his offering of it despite our unworthiness. He also strikes a balance between the goodness of humanity as God’s creation and our brokenness due to original sin. Today’s readings are Luke 6-8 and Proverbs 26:1-3.
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