Today we discover how the Passover foreshadows the sacrifice of Jesus and how the people of Israel are transformed by God as we read Exodus 12, Leviticus 9, and Psalm 114.
Fr. Mike reveals the parallels between the day of atonement and the sacrifice of the mass. We learn how the rituals and practices of the old testament foreshadow the practices of the Catholic faith. Today’s readings are Exodus 23, Leviticus 16, and Psalm 77.
Fr. Mike reflects on the prayer of Jesus before his sacrifice, where he not only prays for all his disciples but for us as well. We also dive into Christ’s trial with Pilate, and how the actions of the Jews are much like ours today. Today’s readings are John 16-18 and Proverbs 6:12-15.
Fr. Mike highlights Saul’s brokenness and vanity as he makes an unlawful sacrifice and a rash oath in order to save Israel in the midst of war. Today’s readings are 1 Samuel 13-14, and Psalm 58.
Fr. Mike dives into the fall of Babylon described in Revelation 18, pointing out how several images and expressions of this key chapter are taken from the judgmental oracles in the old testament, particularly those from the prophet Jeremiah. Fr. Mike also emphasizes the reality of God’s judgment, the resurrection of the dead, and how Christ’s sacrifice is presented to God in the heavenly sanctuary once and for all. Today we read Revelation 18-20, Hebrews 9-10, and Proverbs 31:26-29.