The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 37: The Mystical Works of God (2026)
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Feb 6, 2026 They explore water from the rock and a battlefield rescue that hinges on prayer. A pastoral visit sparks discussion of leadership and delegation. Ancient rituals about purity after childbirth get unpacked as symbolic, not moral. A psalm about envy and finding refuge in God sparks reflection. The tension between miracles and natural explanations is examined.
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Delegate To Trustworthy Leaders
- Delegate hard work by choosing trustworthy, God-fearing leaders to judge smaller cases.
- Reserve only major matters for yourself to avoid burnout and ensure peace.
Purification Rules After Childbirth
- Leviticus 12 prescribes different purification periods for mothers of boys versus girls after childbirth.
- It also outlines offerings for those who cannot afford a lamb, showing pastoral accommodation.
Father’s College Story Reframes A Miracle
- Fr. Mike recounts a father who calls a natural explanation for the Red Sea crossing still a miracle.
- The father points out that the real miracle is Egyptians drowning in two inches of water.