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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

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  • 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.
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  • Day 136: Absalom Is Defeated (2024)

    Day 136: Absalom Is Defeated (2024)
    May 15 2024
    Today, we hear about the downfall of Absalom, and how David reacts to the news of his death. In Chronicles, we read about David changing some of the rules of worship, as he prepares for Temple worship. The readings are 2 Samuel 18, 1 Chronicles 23, and Psalm 37. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    22 mins
  • Day 135: The Counsel of Hushai (2024)

    Day 135: The Counsel of Hushai (2024)
    May 14 2024
    Fr. Mike explains the events of today's readings, breaking down Hushai's advice to Absalom, David's warning and charge of Solomon, and the theme of centralized worship. We all desire to be temples of the Holy Spirit, and we bring this prayer to God through today's episode. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 17, 1 Chronicles 22, and Psalm 36. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    18 mins
  • Day 134: Devastating Effects of Sin (2024)

    Day 134: Devastating Effects of Sin (2024)
    May 13 2024
    Fr. Mike talks about the horrible things that can happen when we turn away from God and stop asking him "what's the next step?" In today's readings we see David humbled and humiliated, Absalom revealing how devastating sin is, and the evil that comes from war. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 16, 1 Chronicles 21, and Psalm 15. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
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    18 mins
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Love FR. Mike

i have never really read my bible in depth, just a few passages here and there. I started listening to Fr. Mike and I am totally hooked. He brings the bible alive and his commentary is spot on for todays lives! If there were more Catholic priests like Fr. Mike the churches would be overflowing on Sundays!!

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  • KG
  • 02-22-21

My new favorite podcast!

Fr. Mike does such a great job of leading this Bible study. With the knowledge from experts and time references, it makes it so much more digestible to sit down and read the Bible. I have loved adding this to my daily schedule and highly recommend it to all!

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A fresh look at an old sacred book!

Father Mike brings to life the entire Bible in a truly meaningful way. Read with enthusiasm, taken and manageable chunks of scripture, and placed in context, this is been the highlight of my year. Father Mike, brings the heart and compassion of the Gospels and our story, showing relevance in today's modern culture. Too often criticized, the Bible does stands the test of time. Multiple underlying themes are woven to demonstrate the heart of relentlessly loving God for His people. Before you take anyone's word for the Bible being inconsistent or narrow-minded, take 20 to 30 minutes daily to listen and and after a month or year, perhaps you'll come to a different perspective. I plan on listening again this next year. Rich with history, culture, and inspiration; I am surprised and how people continue to display the same traits and behaviors from ages of old. My frame my understanding has been expanded beyond my expectations. Father Mike inspires kindness, compassion, Grace, and conveys the heart of Jesus, and reinforces God as a forgiving, relentlessly pursuing, and generous God.

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Spoiler: Not a Catholic

I have been a Christian for a long time. I have read my Bible nearly daily for decades. I love Scripture —- it can speak to every part of my life (and yours =)).
January 1, 2021 I began listening daily to OneYearBibleOnline.com. It’s been so good — OT, NT, Psalms & Proverbs DAILY as we work our way through the Bible in a year.

Then, a week ago I discovered this one. It’s a bit of a different approach, but still excellent! SO, now my daily walk takes me about an hour because I like to hear BOTH presentations. I just picked up with where Fr. S is now, and I will go back and start over in January (unless he starts a new version?).

I love his approach, he speaks Truth and does it with a smile and love in his voice. Love starting my day this way! It’s been a great year in Scripture.

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Don't worry because God has a way

If you fall behind or forget, the daily podcast is there for whenever you are ready to listen to it. We know God is calling to us and we feel that pull when we look forward to the daily Bible reading. Father Mike is passionate about sharing God's word. I am so grateful!

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Love this format!

Easy to follow, Fr. Schmitz explains key points and prayer in every chapter making this a joy to listen. Excellent job, bless you. Thank you!

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  • 11-16-23

An understanding at last.

After a lifetime of bits and pieces of the Bible, I finally have an understanding of the whole. Thank you, Fr Mike!

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Changed my life

This has been life changing for me. I will be forever grateful for Fathers message as well as Jeff’s history context.

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  • J
  • 04-01-21

excellent podcast

excellent I can finally listen to the Bible over the year
thank you father Mike

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Fall in love with Christ

Fr. Mike makes the Bible so easy to understand. I've learned so much because of this. BIAY has helped me grow tremendously in my faith, I am a better person because of the Lord's word I get to easily take in daily. I just love Fr. Mike! I'm so thankful for him and grateful to him for doing this with us and for us. He is a true blessing.

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