The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 11: The Sacrifice of Isaac (2024)
Jan 11, 2024
Fr. Mike Schmitz explores the significance of the sacrifice of Isaac and the trust and obedience it required. The chapter also includes Abraham's search for a burial place for Sarah and a dialogue between Job and his friend Zophar. The speaker reflects on the profound expression of faith as Christians and the importance of trust and prayer in following God's will.
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Abraham's Test Reveals Radical Trust
- Abraham's test reveals radical trust, not a random demand; he prepares to offer Isaac because he believes God can even raise the dead.
- Genesis 22 parallels Christ: both father and beloved son cooperate in a willing sacrifice on Mount Moriah near Jerusalem.
Isaac Cooperates Willingly In The Sacrifice
- Isaac participates willingly and carries the wood, indicating cooperation rather than passive victimhood.
- Fr. Mike notes Jewish tradition often places Isaac in his 30s, making him physically capable and voluntarily submissive.
The Story Is A Revelation About The Spiritual Life
- The story's meaning isn't obvious on first read; it's not an arbitrary divine whim but a revelation about faith and the spiritual life.
- Fr. Mike emphasizes the scene's placement in Abraham's long relationship with God, not a sudden test.