The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 210: Speaking God's Word (2025)
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Jul 29, 2025 Discover the powerful messages from Isaiah and Ezekiel that resonate through time. Explore themes of hope and restoration as God promises transformation for His people. Delve into the challenges of prophetic ministry, with Ezekiel's fearless calls to repentance. Gain insights on the necessity of divine guidance and the role of the Holy Spirit in fulfilling God's will. Reflect on the prophetic connection to Jesus and the importance of embodying justice and mercy in our lives.
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Isaiah Pre-exile, Ezekiel Post-exile
- Isaiah is a pre-exile prophet speaking from Jerusalem, knowing the kings and royal family.
- Ezekiel is post-exile, prophesying from Babylon among the exiles, marking key historical contexts.
The East's Victorious Figure
- Isaiah prophesies about a victorious figure from the east, likely King Cyrus of Persia.
- Cyrus will conquer Babylon and free the Israelites, fulfilling divine promise.
Isaiah's Prophecy of the Messiah
- Isaiah 42 prophesies the Messiah as a servant who brings justice without harshness.
- Jesus embodies this gentle, faithful justice, bringing mercy rather than condemnation.