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Back to SearchDay 66: Forbidden Forms of Worship (2024)
Fr. Mike discusses the forbidden forms of worship explained in Numbers 17, and why it's important for us to understand how God desired to be worshipped in the Old Testament. Today's readings are Numb…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 65: Revolt Against Moses (2024)
Fr. Mike dives into the recurring issue of the Israelites rebelling against God and remaining stuck in their past as we read about the revolt of Korah, Dathan and Abiram against Moses and Aaron. Toda…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 64: Consequences of Sin (2024)
Fr. Mike explains why God would give the Israelites such drastic consequences for their sin, and how it reveals his divine plan and infinite mercy. Today's readings are Numbers 15, Deuteronomy 13-14,…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 63: Israel's Rebellion (2024)
In our reading of Numbers 14 today, Fr. Mike highlights how the rebellion of the Israelites which was marked by distrust and fear, will have consequences for their children. We also read today Deuter…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 62: Spies Sent to Canaan (2024)
As we read Numbers 12 and 13, Deuteronomy 11, and Psalm 94, Fr. Mike reflects on the conflict between Aaron, Miriam, and Moses and explains why Miriam appears to be the only one punished. He also men…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 61: Complaining in the Desert (2024)
Fr. Mike discusses how the Israelites complaining against God and believing they were better off in Egypt reflects our own inclination to be enslaved by sin. Today's readings are Numbers 11, Deuteron…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 60: Intercessory Prayer (2024)
Fr. Mike makes note of how the tribes of Israel travel with Judah (praise) leading the way, and makes note of how Moses intercedes for the people and acts as a mediator between God and man. Today's r…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 59: Obligations to God (2024)
As we read Numbers 8-9, Deuteronomy 8, and Psalm 93, Fr. Mike reflects on how the Israelites were expected to celebrate Passover in all circumstances, learned to trust that God would lead them to whe…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 58: A Chosen People (2024)
Fr. Mike breaks down the purpose of the various offerings during the dedication of the tabernacle. We are also reminded that the people of Israel are God's chosen people because they have a key missi…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago
Day 57: Hear, O Israel (2024)
Fr. Mike explains the significance behind the Nazarite vow and the priestly blessing in Numbers 6. We also learn why the Great Command revealed in Deuteronomy 6 is the foundation of all other command…
Published on 1 year, 9 months ago