The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 57: Hear, O Israel (2026)
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Feb 26, 2026 Explores the Nazarite vow and its famous examples like Samson and John the Baptist. Unpacks the Aaronic priestly blessing and its use as a parental benediction. Introduces the Shema as the central command to love God wholly. Connects Jewish practices like phylacteries and mezuzah to Christian gestures of remembrance.
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Shema Is The Heart Of The Law
- The Shema in Deuteronomy 6 is the core of Israel's identity and law, uniting all commandments into one foundational demand to love God fully.
- Moses frames it as both belief and practice: hear, obey, and teach these words throughout daily life so the relationship shapes behavior.
Remembering Exodus Prevents Idolatry
- Remembering God's saving acts (exodus) is the mechanism Moses gives to prevent idolatry and ensure obedience.
- The commandments flow from relationship: rules are meaningful because they arise from God's rescue of Israel from Egypt.
Make Teaching Scripture Daily Habit
- Teach God's words diligently to children and weave them into daily routines like sitting, walking, lying down, and rising.
- Use concrete practices (talking about the law, household reminders) so faith becomes ordinary conversation and habit.