Podcast Episodes

Day 104: The Priestly Prayer of Jesus (2024)

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 t…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Day 103: Judas' Secrecy (2024)

Fr. Mike points out the secrecy in Judas' life, and highlights Jesus' words of conviction to the disciples before his death on the cross. He also explains how important it is to bring Jesus into our …

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Day 102: The Death of Lazarus (2024)

Fr. Mike recalls the death of Lazarus, and how Jesus not only allowed himself to be broken by the sorrow that breaks us but also how he took that hopelessness and brought forth life. He also explains…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Day 101: Signs and Wonders (2024)

Fr. Mike explains how the signs and wonders Jesus demonstrates in the Gospel point to the truth of his identity. He also touches on Proverbs 5, especially the last verse touching on discipline. Today…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Day 100: This Is My Body (2024)

Today we read about Jesus' powerful teaching about the Eucharist. Fr. Mike invites us to believe that the Eucharist is truly the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord Jesus Christ because Jesus…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Messianic Checkpoint: The Gospel of John (2024)

You've made it to the first Messianic Checkpoint! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the Gospel of John. They discuss the structure of this Gospel and what makes it so different from the other t…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Day 99: The Word Became Flesh (2024)

Today we begin reading the Gospel of John! Fr. Mike emphasizes the significance of Jesus' divinity, and explains how the story of salvation culminates in Christ as the Messiah.

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Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Day 98: Israel Asks for a King (2024)

Fr. Mike draws our attention to Samuel's sons who turned away from God as they ruled over Israel and how the people of Israel rejected God from being their king. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 6-8 and…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Day 97: Samuel's Prophecy (2024)

Fr. Mike zeroes in on Samuel's dramatic prophecy and the tragic moment when the Philistines capture of the Ark of God. We learn that God is mighty and holds his people to a high standard. Today we re…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Day 96: Hannah's Prayer (2024)

As we begin to read the first book of Samuel, Fr. Mike highlights the miraculous birth of Samuel and how Hannah's deep longing for a son never became an idol in her heart. Today's readings are 1 Samu…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago