The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way. Unlike any other Bible podcast, Ascension’s Bible in a Year podcast follows a reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, a ground-breaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins. For each period in the timeline, Jeff will join Fr. Mike for a special episode that will help you understand the context of each reading. With this podcast, you won’t just read the Bible in a year … you’ll finally understand how all the pieces of the Bible fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today! Listen and… Read the ENTIRE Bible Feel more confident about your understanding of Scripture Experience the transformative power of God’s Word in your daily life Start seeing the world through the lens of Scripture Each 20-25 minute episode includes: Two to three scripture readings A reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz A guided prayer to help you hear God’s voice in his Word The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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...

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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...

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Day 126: David's Victories (2025)

Fr. Mike emphasizes how King David's victories in battle are part of his calling to establish Israel...

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Day 125: Covenant with David (2025)

Fr. Mike highlights the moment God makes a covenant with David, promising him an everlasting dynasty,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Day 120: David Mourns Saul (2025)

Today we begin two new books as we read 2 Samuel 1, 1 Chronicles 1, and Psalm 13. Fr. Mike shows us...

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Day 119: David's Wisdom (2025)

In the last chapters of 1 Samuel, Fr. Mike focuses on David's wisdom in battle through his prayer and...

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Day 118: King Saul Despairs (2025)

Fr. Mike reflects on King Saul's despair in the face of trial, and how he seeks other means of comfort...

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Day 117: Reverence and Faithfulness (2025)

Fr. Mike reveals how David exemplifies the virtues of reverence and faithfulness. David walks both as...

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Day 116: David and Abigail (2025)

Fr. Mike reflects on the relationship between David and Abigail, and how the Lord calls David to be...

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Day 115: King Saul is Spared (2025)

Fr. Mike uses King Saul as an example that God does not unchoose those he has chosen, and never loses...

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Day 114: David Saves Keilah (2025)

Fr. Mike explores the actions of David before saving the city of Keilah, and how he sets an example...

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Day 113: Broken Trust (2025)

In today's readings, we learn how Doeg the Edomite betrayed David, the priests, and the Lord. Fr. Mike...

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Day 112: True Friendship (2025)

Fr. Mike zeroes in on the deep friendship between Jonathan and David and the enduring power of their...

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Day 111: Saul Tries to Kill David (2025)

Fr. Mike contrasts Jonathan's brotherly friendship with David, and Saul's bitterness and envy towards...

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Day 110: David and Goliath (2025)

Today we read the epic story of how David defeats Goliath, a giant Philistine warrior. Fr. Mike points...

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Day 109: A Heart of Obedience (2025)

As we continue to read about Saul's vanity and disobedience, Fr. Mike emphasizes the importance of the...

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Day 108: Saul's Vanity (2025)

Fr. Mike highlights Saul's brokenness and vanity as he makes an unlawful sacrifice and a rash oath in...

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Day 107: Samuel's Speech (2025)

As we continue reading from 1 Samuel, Fr. Mike points out how God gave the people a king like they wanted,...

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Day 106: Saul Is Chosen (2025)

As we begin the Royal Kingdom period, we hear about the first king of Israel, Saul. We discover that...

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Introduction to the Royal Kingdom (with Jeff Cavins) (2025)

Welcome to the Royal Kingdom period! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to set the scene for this time period....

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