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Day 82: The Valley of Achor (2025)
Fr. Mike explains the meaning of circumcision for Israel's relationship with God. He also underscore the gravity of Achan's sin, and how the Valley of Achor symbolizes shame that is painful but not h…
Published on 9 months ago
Day 81: Israel Crosses the Jordan (2025)
As we begin our reading of the book Joshua, Fr. Mike draws our attention to God's power as he parts the waters of the Jordan river, allowing the Israelites to walk across on dry land. We learn that f…
Published on 9 months ago
Introduction to Conquest & Judges (with Jeff Cavins) (2025)
Congratulations on completing the Desert Wanderings period! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the fifth biblical period, Conquest and Judges. They discuss the trials the Israelites face as they…
Published on 9 months ago
Day 80: Cities of Refuge (2025)
As we finish our journey through the Desert Wanderings, Fr. Mike zeroes in on the purpose of cities of refuge for the Israelites and the strong bond of community that they shared and maintained as th…
Published on 9 months ago
Day 79: Psalms of Ascent (2025)
Today, Fr. Mike points out how the boundaries of the land of Canaan in Numbers remind us that the Promised Land is not a nice idea, but a real tangible place. He also reveals that Psalm 120 begins th…
Published on 9 months ago
Day 78: The Song of Moses (2025)
In today's readings, we trace the route of the Israelites in Numbers and hear the song of Moses in Deuteronomy. Fr. Mike reflects on a hard lesson from these passages; that God will allow us to choos…
Published on 9 months ago
Day 77: God Is Faithful (2025)
Fr. Mike points out why it's important that the tribes of Reuben and Gad agree to fight in Numbers 32 and also reflects on how God knows that his people will be faithless, and yet He remains faithful…
Published on 9 months ago
Day 76: War Against Midian (2025)
Fr. Mike breaks down the battle against Midian and explains why God would allow destruction and warfare that can seem brutal. He also highlights how we can learn from Israel's weakness by destroying …
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
Day 75: The Keeping of Vows (2025)
Fr. Mike gives us some background around the feast days of the Old Testament and emphasizes the importance of vows, which are serious promises made with God. Today's readings are Numbers 29-30, Deute…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
Day 74: Joshua Appointed (2025)
Fr. Mike discusses the inheritance given to Zelophehad's daughters. He also highlights the journey of Joshua as Moses' successor, and how Christ is the fulfillment of Joshua's leadership. Today's rea…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago