In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes,
Fr. Mike expands on the significance of establishing a covenant relationship, and how the trickery o
Fr. Mike explains the meaning of circumcision for Israel's relationship with God. He also unders
As we begin our reading of the book Joshua, Fr. Mike draws our attention to God's power as he pa
Congratulations on completing the Desert Wanderings period! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce
As we finish our journey through the Desert Wanderings, Fr. Mike zeroes in on the purpose of cities
Today, Fr. Mike points out how the boundaries of the land of Canaan in Numbers remind us that the Pr
In today's readings, we trace the route of the Israelites in Numbers and hear the song of Moses
Fr. Mike points out why it's important that the tribes of Reuben and Gad agree to fight in Numbe
Fr. Mike breaks down the battle against Midian and explains why God would allow destruction and warf
Fr. Mike gives us some background around the feast days of the Old Testament and emphasizes the impo
Fr. Mike discusses the inheritance given to Zelophehad's daughters. He also highlights the journ
Fr. Mike explains why it was important to take a census at different points of the people of Israel
Fr. Mike describes the sinful events of Israel in Moab, and why God chooses to bless the Israelites
Fr. Mike shares more details surrounding the Old Testament laws, including why God would give us the
Fr. Mike dives into the character of Balaam, and why his offense was so treacherous towards his rela
Fr. Mike explains how the bronze serpent is a prefiguration of Jesus on the Cross. We also continue
Fr. Mike describes the miracle of the waters of Meribah that God performs for his people in the wild
Fr. Mike breaks down God's divine judgement, and the refuge he offers to those who are faithful
Fr. Mike discusses the forbidden forms of worship explained in Numbers 17, and why it's importan
Fr. Mike dives into the recurring issue of the Israelites rebelling against God and remaining stuck
