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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 52: Israel Continues to Journey
Fr. Mike kicks off our reading of the book of Numbers by explaining where Israel is at in their journey with the Lord, and how they are keeping him at the center of it all (literally). Today we read from Numbers 1, Deuteronomy 1, and Psalm 84.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 53: The Twelve Tribes of Israel
Fr. Mike talks about the twelve tribes of Israel and explains why the book of Numbers introduces them based on the number of decedents they each had. Today we read Numbers 2, Deuteronomy 2, and Psalm 85.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 54: The Tribe of Levi
Fr. Mike clarifies the relationship between the Tribe of Levi and the priesthood and talks about what it means to be held to a higher standard as a leader in your community. Numbers 3, Deuteronomy 3, and Psalm 87.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 55: Obedience to God
Fr. Mike underscores the importance of obeying God as he reads from Numbers 4 and Deuteronomy 4. We also read Psalm 88 and learn how it foreshadows the darkness Christ endured on the cross.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 56: Jealous Husbands
Fr. Mike explains how God elevates the dignity of women by providing new laws around husbands accusing their wives of unfaithfulness. Today we read from Numbers 5, Deuteronomy 5, and Psalm 90.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 58: A Chosen People
Fr. Mike breaks down the purpose of the various offerings during the dedication of the tabernacle. We are also reminded that the people of Israel are God’s chosen people because they have a key mission. Today’s readings are Numbers 7, Deuteronomy 7, and Psalm 92.
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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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