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.
Fr. Mike emphasizes that Christian love isn't just about feelings—it's about living in God's truth...
EscucharToday Fr. Mike reminds us that God created us out of love, for love. Fr. Mike also points out where...
EscucharFr. Mike reminds us that, unlike Adam and Eve who gave into "the lust of the flesh, the lust of the...
EscucharFr. Mike reflects on the powerful reality that the sacrament of Baptism makes us partakers of God's...
EscucharFr. Mike shares how verse 1 Peter 3:15 about being ready to give a reason for the faith that is within...
EscucharAs we begin reading 1 Peter today, Fr. Mike walks us through Peter's powerful message about persevering...
EscucharFr. Mike reflects on the effects of wealth on our souls and our relationship with God. He emphasizes...
EscucharFr. Mike provides the context and background of the letter of James. Fr. Mike unpacks the beautiful...
EscucharToday we conclude the book of Acts, and Fr. Mike reflects on our deep conviction to be the Church by...
EscucharFr. Mike highlights a secret to holiness visible in Paul’s ability to see his arduous trip to Rome...
EscucharFr. Mike outlines Paul’s trial before King Agrippa and his efforts to use his conversion story to...
EscucharFr. Mike reminds us of the context of Galatians and reiterates Paul’s admonition not to revert to...
EscucharIn Acts 24, Fr. Mike notes how Felix remained unmoved by Paul's teaching despite being compelled by...
EscucharFr. Mike recaps Paul's trial before the chief priests and the plot to kill him in Acts 23. As we conclude...
EscucharIn Acts 22, Paul's testimony falls on hostile Roman ears, and he narrowly escapes scourging by way of...
EscucharFr. Mike comments on the growing divide between Judaism and Christianity that Paul experiences on mission...
EscucharIn our reading of Acts 20, Fr. Mike reflects on the healing of Eutychus, Paul's willingness to suffer...
EscucharFr. Mike emphasizes the power of the Holy Spirit exemplified in Paul's interaction with those in Ephesus...
EscucharAs we continue along the path of our forefathers in faith, Fr. Mike reminds us that we live in the same...
EscucharFr. Mike reminds us that God uses crooked lines to make a straight story, like Paul’s witness to Priscilla...
EscucharFr. Mike unpacks the events in Acts 16, describing Paul’s trust in the Lord as God frees him from...
EscucharFr. Mike walks us through the Church’s first council in Acts 15 and highlights the importance of the...
EscucharAs we continue to follow the missions of Paul and Barnabas, Fr. Mike highlights the fickle nature of...
EscucharFr. Mike highlights the importance of prayer and fasting, instructing us how to fast and empty ourselves...
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