The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 178: Called Back (2025)
Jun 27, 2025
Fr. Mike explores Jehu's half-hearted commitment to God and emphasizes the need for complete devotion. The dire warnings from the prophet Amos remind listeners about the urgency of returning to faith before it's too late. The narrative of 2 Kings reveals the brutality of Jehu's campaign against Baal worshippers, underscoring the heavy price of Israel's sins. Themes of accountability, true worship, and the necessity of repentance resonate throughout the discussion, urging everyone to reflect on their own spiritual journeys.
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Jehu's Partial Obedience
- Jehu eliminated false worship partially but did not restore full true worship to God.
- This half-hearted obedience kept him counted among the bad kings of Israel.
Meaning of 'Three Transgressions and Four'
- Amos prophesied about Israel's and neighboring nations' sins, emphasizing God's justice.
- The phrase "for three transgressions and for four" means ongoing, piled-up sins leading to inevitable judgment.
Justice Central to True Worship
- Amos calls out Israel for injustice and neglect of the poor as a grave sin against God.
- True worship requires righteousness and care for the vulnerable, not just ritual observance.