The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 211: Called by Name (2024)
Jul 29, 2024
Fr. Mike highlights the profound theme of being called by name as children of God, even during trials like the Babylonian exile. The discussion emphasizes God's promise of redemption and renewal, showcasing His unwavering commitment to His people. Listeners explore the folly of idolatry contrasted with the living God, and the dramatic symbolic actions of Ezekiel during Jerusalem's siege. Amidst hardship, the message is clear: God reassures us of our worth and belonging, offering hope and encouragement to return to Him.
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God's Claim
- God promises to be with us even in our worst times, calling us by name and claiming us as His own.
- This reassurance comes before the exile, emphasizing that even during suffering, we belong to Him.
Ezekiel's Symbolic Actions
- Ezekiel acts out the siege of Jerusalem, eating food cooked over dung and cutting his hair with a sword as symbolic actions.
- These actions represent the destruction and exile faced by the Israelites for turning against God.
God's Purpose in Suffering
- Even in suffering, God is with His people, using trials not for destruction but to draw them back to Him.
- The prophets' message consistently calls for a return to the Lord with all one's heart.