The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Ascension
In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way.
Unlike any other Bible podcast, Ascension’s Bible in a Year podcast follows a reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, a ground-breaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins. For each period in the timeline, Jeff will join Fr. Mike for a special episode that will help you understand the context of each reading.
With this podcast, you won’t just read the Bible in a year … you’ll finally understand how all the pieces of the Bible fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today!
Listen and…
Read the ENTIRE Bible
Feel more confident about your understanding of Scripture
Experience the transformative power of God’s Word in your daily life
Start seeing the world through the lens of Scripture
Each 20-25 minute episode includes:
Two to three scripture readings
A reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz
A guided prayer to help you hear God’s voice in his Word
The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Unlike any other Bible podcast, Ascension’s Bible in a Year podcast follows a reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, a ground-breaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins. For each period in the timeline, Jeff will join Fr. Mike for a special episode that will help you understand the context of each reading.
With this podcast, you won’t just read the Bible in a year … you’ll finally understand how all the pieces of the Bible fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today!
Listen and…
Read the ENTIRE Bible
Feel more confident about your understanding of Scripture
Experience the transformative power of God’s Word in your daily life
Start seeing the world through the lens of Scripture
Each 20-25 minute episode includes:
Two to three scripture readings
A reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz
A guided prayer to help you hear God’s voice in his Word
The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Episodes
Mentioned books
4 snips
Mar 17, 2024 • 22min
Day 77: God Is Faithful (2024)
Fr. Mike discusses the importance of faithfulness and unity while reflecting on God's unwavering commitment to His people despite their flaws. The chapters explore themes of settling in the promised land, Moses' song, commissioning Joshua, and the call to worship in Psalm 117.
4 snips
Mar 16, 2024 • 22min
Day 76: War Against Midian (2024)
The podcast discusses the battle against Midian and why God allows destruction, emphasizing learning from Israel's weaknesses. It explores purification processes after war, distribution of spoils, and choosing life through faithfulness. The essence of worship and Eucharistic sacrifice are also highlighted, illustrating the significance of true worship and obedience to God's commandments.
6 snips
Mar 15, 2024 • 23min
Day 75: The Keeping of Vows (2024)
The podcast explores the impact of God's laws, detailed instructions on offerings and vows, consequences of vows, covenant renewal, atonement rituals and feast offerings, and the weight of vows to God. Fr. Mike emphasizes the importance of vows as serious promises made with God.
7 snips
Mar 14, 2024 • 26min
Day 74: Joshua Appointed (2024)
Fr. Mike discusses inheritance laws for Zelophehad's daughters and Joshua's journey as Moses' successor. Christ fulfills Joshua's leadership. Biblical passages cover offerings, blessings, consequences of obedience/disobedience, and righteous praise. Topics include female inheritance rights, leadership succession, and journey to Promised Land.
Mar 13, 2024 • 20min
Day 73: Inheritance of Land (2024)
Exploring the importance of taking a census in the Old Testament, understanding the Tribe of Levi's special inheritance, and diving into today's readings from Numbers 26, Deuteronomy 27, and Psalm 111.
Mar 12, 2024 • 22min
Day 72: The Plains of Moab (2024)
Exploring the sinful events of Israel in Moab, the blessings bestowed upon them despite their actions, prophecies about Israel's rise, a story of idolatry and divine wrath, contrasts between blessings and unfaithfulness, righteous actions by Phineas, tithing obligations, and reflections on giving back to the community.
9 snips
Mar 11, 2024 • 23min
Day 71: The Source of the Law (2024)
In this podcast, they discuss the Old Testament laws, Balaam's blessings, marriage laws, fair treatment of workers, care for the oppressed, laws' divine origin, and ethical regulations emphasizing compassion and unity.
Mar 10, 2024 • 19min
Day 70: The Offense of Balaam (2024)
Exploring the character of Balaam and his treacherous offense towards God, along with the political complexities between Moab, Midian, and Israel. Narration of Balaam's encounter with the angel of the Lord, including the donkey speaking. The Israelites' journey to Egypt, focusing on God's interventions for their freedom. Balaam's struggle with temptation and miracles, along with his deception and greed leading to moral downfall.
11 snips
Mar 9, 2024 • 27min
Day 69: The Bronze Serpent (2024)
The podcast discusses the bronze serpent as a prefiguration of Jesus, God's redefinition of social norms in Deuteronomy, and the dignity of every human person. It explores battles, conquests, and settlements of Israel, along with societal laws and regulations. The transformation of sin into hope through Christ's crucifixion is highlighted, along with laws promoting equality, dignity, and justice for all individuals.
7 snips
Mar 8, 2024 • 25min
Day 68: The Waters of Meribah (2024)
Exploring purification rituals with a Red Heifer sacrifice, water miracles in the wilderness, consequences faced by Moses and Aaron, laws on manslaughter, worship, disobedience, family relationships in Deuteronomy, and connecting Jesus' crucifixion to balancing justice and mercy.
