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
6 snips
Dec 6, 2023 • 20min
Day 340: The Power of the Holy Spirit (2023)
The podcast discusses the power of the Holy Spirit, sacramentals, demons acknowledging Jesus, and removing harmful things from our lives. It also explores Paul's heart for the people of Corinth and his desire to correct them out of love.
8 snips
Dec 5, 2023 • 16min
Day 339: Priscilla and Aquila (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses Paul's witness to Priscilla and Aquila, encourages openness to learning, and reflects on the blessings of correction and teaching.
7 snips
Dec 4, 2023 • 22min
Day 338: Death Defeated (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses the importance of imitating Jesus and sharing the Gospel. The readings explore the nature of God and the resurrection of Christ. They also highlight victory over death and turning the world upside down. The chapter explores the belief in the resurrection and the nature of the resurrected body.
8 snips
Dec 3, 2023 • 24min
Day 337: The Importance of Love (2023)
Fr. Mike Schmitz discusses Paul's trust in God as he is freed from prison in Acts 16. He connects Paul's conversation on spiritual gifts to the importance of love in 1 Corinthians. The podcast explores perseverance, unity, and the relationship between spiritual gifts and holiness.
4 snips
Dec 2, 2023 • 29min
Day 336: The Council at Jerusalem (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses the Church's first council and the authority of the Church. He explores Paul's treatment of God the Father and God the Son. The readings address head coverings for women, women's roles in marriage and the Church, and the significance of different gifts and abilities in the Church.
4 snips
Dec 1, 2023 • 23min
Day 335: Run the Race (2023)
The podcast discusses the missions of Paul and Barnabas, facing opposition and persecution. It highlights the futility of striving for praise, encourages courage in tribulations, and emphasizes the imperishable goal of salvation. The chapters explore warnings from Israel's history, enduring suffering and facing temptations, striving for an imperishable prize, and the significance of fasting and prayer in reaching heaven.
6 snips
Nov 30, 2023 • 24min
Day 334: The Meaning of Fasting (2023)
Fr. Mike explores the meaning of fasting and the importance of prayer. He discusses living out God's calling, faithfulness in vocations, and the impact of our actions on others. The podcast also covers historical accounts, the proclamation of salvation, and the topic of food offered to idols.
10 snips
Nov 29, 2023 • 22min
Day 333: Peter Is Rescued from Prison (2023)
Today's podcast explores Peter's miraculous rescue from prison, St. Paul's teachings on sexuality morality, the concept of excommunication, and finding hope through Christ's redemption.
9 snips
Nov 28, 2023 • 25min
Day 332: Barnabas and Paul On Mission (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses the early Christians struggling with integrating Gentiles. He talks about Barnabas, St. Paul's missionary companion, and the history of paganism in Corinth. The readings are Acts 11, 1 Corinthians 3-4, Proverbs 27:23-27.
6 snips
Nov 27, 2023 • 22min
Day 331: Peter Preaches to the Gentiles (2023)
The podcast discusses Peter's ministry to the Gentiles, emphasizing Christian unity and avoiding dissension. It explores the power and wisdom of God, the concept of Christ crucified, and the hidden wisdom revealed through the Spirit. The significance of Peter's vision and preaching to the Gentiles is highlighted, along with St. Paul's mission to Corinth and his emphasis on church unity.
