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 reflects on King Saul's despair in the face of trial, and how he seeks other means of comfort...
EscucharFr. Mike reveals how David exemplifies the virtues of reverence and faithfulness. David walks both as...
EscucharFr. Mike reflects on the relationship between David and Abigail, and how the Lord calls David to be...
EscucharFr. Mike uses King Saul as an example that God does not unchoose those he has chosen, and never loses...
EscucharFr. Mike explores the actions of David before saving the city of Keilah, and how he sets an example...
EscucharIn today's readings, we learn how Doeg the Edomite betrayed David, the priests, and the Lord. Fr. Mike...
EscucharFr. Mike zeroes in on the deep friendship between Jonathan and David and the enduring power of their...
EscucharFr. Mike contrasts Jonathan's brotherly friendship with David, and Saul's bitterness and envy towards...
EscucharToday we read the epic story of how David defeats Goliath, a giant Philistine warrior. Fr. Mike points...
EscucharAs we continue to read about Saul's vanity and disobedience, Fr. Mike emphasizes the importance of the...
EscucharFr. Mike highlights Saul's brokenness and vanity as he makes an unlawful sacrifice and a rash oath in...
EscucharAs we continue reading from 1 Samuel, Fr. Mike points out how God gave the people a king like they wanted,...
EscucharAs we begin the Royal Kingdom period, we hear about the first king of Israel, Saul. We discover that...
EscucharWelcome to the Royal Kingdom period! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to set the scene for this time period....
EscucharIn our final reading from the Gospel of John, we hear about the crucifixion, death, and resurrection...
EscucharFr. Mike reflects on the prayer of Jesus before his sacrifice, where he not only prays for all his disciples...
EscucharFr. Mike points out the secrecy in Judas' life, and highlights Jesus' words of conviction to the disciples...
EscucharFr. Mike recalls the death of Lazarus, and how Jesus not only allowed himself to be broken by the sorrow...
EscucharFr. Mike explains how the signs and wonders Jesus demonstrates in the Gospel point to the truth of his...
EscucharToday we read about Jesus' powerful teaching about the Eucharist. Fr. Mike invites us to believe that...
EscucharToday we begin reading the Gospel of John! Fr. Mike emphasizes the significance of Jesus' divinity,...
EscucharYou've made it to the first Messianic Checkpoint! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the Gospel...
EscucharFr. Mike draws our attention to Samuel's sons who turned away from God as they ruled over Israel and...
EscucharFr. Mike zeroes in on Samuel's dramatic prophecy and the tragic moment when the Philistines capture...
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