Meditation of the Day – Make Sure Your Desires Are Not Motivated by Selfishness
I Heard God Laugh – Teach Us to Pray
If you only ask God for one thing, what would you ask for? Solomon was in this situation. He asked for wisdom. The disciples were in this situation. They asked for prayer. They each asked for what they needed most. What do you need most?
Saddleback Kids – Solomon Asks for Wisdom
The Bible in a Year – Day 125 – Covenant with David
Fr. Mike highlights the moment God makes a covenant with David, promising him an everlasting dynasty, but reserving the building of the Temple to David’s son Solomon. He also teaches us how 2 Samuel 7 foreshadows the fact that the Blessed Mother is the new Ark of the Covenant. Today’s readings are 2 Samuel 6-7, 1 Chronicles 9, and Psalm 89.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 135 – The Counsel of Hushai
Fr. Mike explains the events of today’s readings, breaking down Hushai’s advice to Absalom, David’s warning and charge of Solomon, and the theme of centralized worship. We all desire to be temples of the Holy Spirit, and we bring this prayer to God through today’s episode. Today’s readings are 2 Samuel 17, 1 Chronicles 22, and Psalm 36.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 143 – Solomon Asks for Wisdom
The Bible in a Year – Day 145 – Solomon Builds the Temple
The Bible in a Year – Day 148 – Solomon’s Wealth
The Bible in a Year – Day 153 – The Decline of Solomon
The Bible in a Year with Fr. Mike Schmitz – Day 153: The Decline of Solomon. Today, as we hear about the decline of Solomon, Fr. Mike points out how the consequences of our decisions can have ramifications far beyond ourselves. The readings are 1 Kings 11, Ecclesiastes 10-12, and Psalm 9. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children – parental discretion is advised.
The Bible in a Year – Day 162 – Rehobo′am Seeks Counsel
Fr. Mike explains why it’s better to seek counsel from those who don’t necessarily always agree with us, using the experience of Rehobo′am as an example. He also touches on the failed leadership of Jerobo′am as he leads his people into false places of worship and idolatry. Today’s readings are 1 Kings 12, 2 Chronicles 10-11, and Song of Solomon 1.
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