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Dec 28, 202329:50

Day 362: The Woman Clothed with the Sun (2023)

Fr. Mike continues to interpret the symbols within Revelation. He compares story of Our Lady of Guadalupe to the woman in Revelation. Fr. Mike provides context to the letter to the Hebrews, a letter t

Dec 27, 202325:59

Day 361: Judgment and Repentance (2023)

Fr. Mike summarizes and contextualizes the book of Philemon, addressing the tension of slavery addressed in the Bible. He provides an explanation on the continued destruction depicted in Revelation as

Dec 26, 202329:03

Day 360: Heavenly Worship (2023)

Fr. Mike discusses the heavenly throne room seen in our reading from Revelation and our opportunity to be brought into this throne room during every Mass. He also focuses on our ability to glorify God

Dec 25, 202333:33

Day 359: John's Apocalypse (2023)

As we begin reading from Revelation, Fr. Mike makes us aware of the symbolism found throughout this apocalyptic book and highlights its goal of strengthening the Church through the worship that happen

Dec 24, 202319:30

Day 358: From Rebellion to Faithfulness (2023)

Fr. Mike leads us through the book of Jude and discusses its main message of calling us to lives of faithfulness. He also contextualizes 2 Timothy by highlighting Paul’s imprisonment and his final mes

Dec 23, 202321:11

Day 357: Truth and Love (2023)

Fr. Mike emphasizes that Christian love isn't just about feelings—it's about living in God's truth by obeying his commandments. Fr. Mike also explains the context for St. Paul's words to St. Timothy a

Dec 22, 202325:19

Day 356: God Is Love (2023)

Today Fr. Mike reminds us that God created us out of love, for love. Fr. Mike also points out where the Catholic Church draws her doctrine on the difference between mortal and venial sin, as well as w

Dec 21, 202322:13

Day 355: The Things of This World (2023)

Fr. Mike reminds us that, unlike Adam and Eve who gave into "the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life," we are called to surrender our hearts and minds to the Lord and reject

Dec 20, 202322:00

Day 354: Partakers of the Divine Nature (2023)

Fr. Mike reflects on the powerful reality that the sacrament of Baptism makes us partakers of God's Divine nature, fundamentally changing us into beloved sons and daughters of God the Father. He also

Dec 19, 202324:09

Day 353: Sharing the Gospel (2023)

Fr. Mike shares how verse 1 Peter 3:15 about being ready to give a reason for the faith that is within us has been one of the most influential Bible verses for him. As we start reading 1 Thessalonians

Dec 18, 202323:36

Day 352: Purified by Fire (2023)

As we begin reading 1 Peter today, Fr. Mike walks us through Peter's powerful message about persevering in trials, trusting that those sufferings purify our love and faith by teaching us to love God f

Dec 17, 202326:15

Day 351: Draw Near to God (2023)

Fr. Mike reflects on the effects of wealth on our souls and our relationship with God. He emphasizes the importance of resisting the devil and invites us to draw near to God because he is constantly p

Dec 16, 202323:51

Day 350: Faith and Works (2023)

Fr. Mike provides the context and background of the letter of James. Fr. Mike unpacks the beautiful truths contained in the letter of James, including a discussion of faith and works and addressing th

Dec 15, 202323:04

Day 349: Holy Indifference (2023)

Today we conclude the book of Acts, and Fr. Mike reflects on our deep conviction to be the Church by serving all in the world, furthuring St. Paul’s legacy of ordinary service, a willingness to share

Dec 14, 202325:19

Day 348: Rules for the New Life (2023)

Fr. Mike highlights a secret to holiness visible in Paul’s ability to see his arduous trip to Rome as the will of God. He also clears up confusion in regards to Paul’s direction for wives to be subjec

Dec 13, 202323:33

Day 347: Witness to Unbelievers (2023)

Fr. Mike outlines Paul’s trial before King Agrippa and his efforts to use his conversion story to convert those hearing his case. He also leads us through the first half of Ephesians, emphasizing Paul

Dec 12, 202321:00

Day 346: Fruits of the Spirit (2023)

Fr. Mike reminds us of the context of Galatians and reiterates Paul’s admonition not to revert to our previous ways of life now that we have been freed from the yoke of slavery. He also discusses the

Dec 11, 202322:28

Day 345: One in Christ (2023)

In Acts 24, Fr. Mike notes how Felix remained unmoved by Paul's teaching despite being compelled by it initially, showing us that unless we act on what we believe, there is no change. As we begin read

Dec 10, 202318:34

Day 344: The Thorn in Paul's Side (2023)

Fr. Mike recaps Paul's trial before the chief priests and the plot to kill him in Acts 23. As we conclude 2 Corinthians today, Fr. Mike reflects on the thorn in Paul's side, a weakness that he struggl

Dec 9, 202322:57

Day 343: God Uses Paul's Past (2023)

In Acts 22, Paul's testimony falls on hostile Roman ears, and he narrowly escapes scourging by way of his Roman citizenship. Reflecting on this incident, Fr. Mike reminds us that God uses Paul's past