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 214: The Hidden Glory of God (2025)

Fr. Mike reflects on how Isaiah's prophecies in chapters 49-50 point to the immediate reality of God's...

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Day 213: The Redeemer (2025)

Fr. Mike touches upon the prophecy of judgment against Babylon and Israel, and how God still promises...

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BONUS: If You Feel Like Giving Up (with Jeff Cavins) - 2025

As we continue through this year-long journey, Fr. Mike and Jeff Cavins offer some words of encouragement...

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Day 212: God's Instrument (2025)

Fr. Mike highlights the works of King Cyrus, who we met yesterday, and how he is able to contribute...

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Day 211: Called by Name (2025)

Fr. Mike emphasizes our title as children of God as we read about the tragedy of the Babylonian exile....

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Day 210: Speaking God's Word (2025)

Fr. Mike compares the messages of Isaiah and Ezekiel, one coming from a pre-exile time and the other...

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Day 209: God Comforts His People (2025)

Fr. Mike brings us into the book of Consolation as we continue through Isaiah, and learn about how God...

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Day 208: The Futility of Idols (2025)

Fr. Mike explains the three ways the people are tempted to turn away from God while in exile: by not...

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Day 207: The Lord Will Come (2025)

Fr. Mike points out the passages that highlight the coming of God, and asks us to reflect on whether...

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Day 206: The Book of Baruch (2025)

Fr. Mike explains the context of the book of Baruch, he also highlights Isaiah's warning against complacency...

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Day 205: Promise to Zion (2025)

Fr. Mike breaks down God's incredible promise of redemption to Zion and reminds us that God always...

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Day 204: Zephaniah's Warnings (2025)

As we begin reading the Book of Zephaniah, Fr. Mike draws our attention to the first five accusations...

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Day 203: Rejoice in the Lord (2025)

Fr. Mike points out God's remarkable promise of deliverance to Israel even in the midst of their captivity...

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Day 202: God's Judgment (2025)

As we continue journeying through the prophets, Fr. Mike helps us understand the oracle concerning Tyre...

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Day 201: Keys to the Kingdom (2025)

Fr. Mike focuses on Isaiah 22 today and explains how the role of the pope in the Catholic Church goes...

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Day 200: Egypt, Assyria, and Israel (2025)

Fr. Mike celebrates Day 200 of our journey by highlighting the relationship between Egypt, Assyria,...

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Day 199: Times for War (2025)

Fr. Mike explains why Joel would say there are certain times for war, even within God's plan. In a broken...

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Day 198: The Day of the Lord (2025)

Fr. Mike introduces us to the prophet Joel and the unique timing of his ministry in the midst of tragedy....

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Day 197: Woe and Consolation (2025)

Fr. Mike reveals yet another prophetic message that points towards the coming of Christ, explaining...

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Day 196: The Destruction of Israel (2025)

Fr. Mike talks about the destruction of Israel and explains how Jesus becoming man fulfills this prophecy...

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Day 195: Tobias and Sarah Pray (2025)

Fr. Mike highlights the purity of Tobias and Sarah's love and the power of their prayer as a married...

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Day 194: Holy Is the Lord (2025)

Fr. Mike zeroes in on Isaiah 5-6 today. He emphasizes the literary masterpiece of the parable of the...

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Day 193: The Book of Tobit (2025)

Fr. Mike focuses on the book of Tobit today and explains why this beautiful book is missing from non-Catholic...

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Day 192: The Prophet Isaiah (2025)

Today, we begin reading the book of the prophet Isaiah and the book of Tobit! Fr. Mike helps us understand...

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