The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 62: Spies Sent to Canaan (2026)

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Mar 3, 2026
A close look at a family dispute among Israelite leaders and the surprising consequences that follow. A scouting mission into Canaan reveals abundant fruit, fortified cities, and paralyzing fear. A retrospective call to remember past deliverances and keep divine commands at the center of daily life. A psalm about justice and consolation rounds out the reading.
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ANECDOTE

Sibling Conflict Leads To Public Consequence

  • Miriam and Aaron criticized Moses for marrying a Cushite woman and questioned his exclusive prophetic role.
  • Miriam was struck with leprosy, prompting Aaron to plead and Moses to pray, which reunited the siblings in repentance and reconciliation.
ADVICE

Respond To Family Division With Prayer

  • When family division happens, respond with prayer and reconciliation, as Moses prays to heal Miriam and Aaron seeks mercy.
  • Fr. Mike highlights that suffering can unite estranged relations and restore priorities.
INSIGHT

Moses' Unique Prophetic Intimacy

  • God emphasizes Moses' unique intimacy with Him, speaking
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