Podcast Episodes

Day 130: Nathan Condemns David (2025)

Fr. Mike touches on the sins of David, and how we can see ourselves in these fallen characters in scripture. God desires a relationship with us free from sin, and although it may be painful, he bring…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Day 129: David Commits Adultery (2025)

Fr. Mike breaks down David's tragic downfall as he commits adultery with Bathsheba and kills her husband, Uriah the Hittite. We learn that David's road to grave sin began with small acts of disobedie…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Day 128: Mighty Men of Valor (2025)

As we continue to read about how King David expands his kingdom, Fr. Mike points out the mighty men of valor, who were men of great courage, honor and excellence that fought in Israel's battles. Toda…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Day 127: Kindness for the House of Saul (2025)

Fr. Mike draws our attention to David's kindness towards the house of Saul, including Jonathan's lame son Mephibosheth. We learn that even though Saul persecuted David, David continued to honor his d…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Day 126: David's Victories (2025)

Fr. Mike emphasizes how King David's victories in battle are part of his calling to establish Israel as a kingdom. He also reminds us that the recapitulation of the events we read about 1 Chronicles …

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Day 125: Covenant with David (2025)

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 …

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Day 124: King David Rules (2025)

Today we read about the moment David is made king over all Israel. Fr. Mike reveals that as David begins his rule, he has both strengths and weaknesses. Today we read 2 Samuel 5, 1 Chronicles 7-8, an…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Day 123: The Death of Ish-bosheth (2025)

Fr. Mike highlights the importance of David's reaction to the death of Ish-bosheth, Saul's son. Today we read 2 Samuel 4, 1 Chronicles 5-6, and Psalm 26.

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Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

Day 122: Abner Is Killed (2025)

In today's readings, we hear about the death of Abner, and Fr. Mike points out how David publicly mourns Abner, and instructs his people to do the same. The readings are 2 Samuel 3, 1 Chronicles 3-4,…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

Day 121: Cycle of Violence (2025)

Fr. Mike talks about how revenge and violence can become a cycle that doesn't end until someone chooses to end it. He also points out how the genealogy in 1 Chronicles reflects the genealogy of Chris…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago