Podcast Episodes

Day 140: David's Prayer of Thanksgiving (2025)

Fr. Mike reflects on the significance behind David's prayer of thanksgiving at the end of his life. There's something so moving about David's gratitude with God as he acknowledges his brokenness and …

Published on 7 months ago

Day 139: Reparation to the Gibeonites (2025)

In today's readings, Fr. Mike highlights David's humility in two instances: when David asked the Gibeonites how he could repair their relationship after they had been mistreated by Saul, and when Dav…

Published on 7 months ago

Day 138: The Effect of Sin on Others (2025)

Fr. Mike points out how violence begets violence in the reading from 2 Samuel, and shows us how the sins we commit extend much further than ourselves. We also read about the Temple musicians in 1 Chr…

Published on 7 months ago

Day 137: David Mourns Absalom (2025)

In today's readings, Fr. Mike points out how the loss of David's son overshadows everything else for a time. The readings are 2 Samuel 19, 1 Chronicles 24, and Psalm 38.

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Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Day 136: Absalom Is Defeated (2025)

Today, we hear about the downfall of Absalom, and how David reacts to the news of his death. In Chronicles, we read about David changing some of the rules of worship, as he prepares for Temple worshi…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Day 135: The Counsel of Hushai (2025)

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…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Day 134: Devastating Effects of Sin (2025)

Fr. Mike talks about the horrible things that can happen when we turn away from God and stop asking him "what's the next step?" In today's readings we see David humbled and humiliated, Absalom reveal…

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Day 133: Persevering in Trust (2025)

Fr. Mike focuses on trust today, specifically trusting God in difficult times. Like David, we need to learn to trust God in the midst of the battle, rather than waiting until the batter is over. Toda…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Day 132: David and Absalom (2025)

Fr. Mike reflects on the story of David and Absalom, and points out the lack of forgiveness and repentance on both men's part. God forgives us no matter what, but without us mirroring that forgivenes…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Day 131: Hope for the Future (2025)

Fr. Mike preaches hope for the future of those with wounded hearts as we read the stories of Tamar, Amnon, and David. No matter what's in your past - things you've done or things that have been done …

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago