The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 15: Leah Feels Unloved (2026)
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Jan 15, 2026 Fr. Mike delves into Leah's deep struggle for love and acceptance as she bears sons for Jacob, highlighting her desire for his affection. The tensions in Jacob's family unfold, marked by Rachel's envy and the complexities of surrogate motherhood. Job's lamentation echoes themes of suffering and faith, while the messy dynamics of Jacob's family illustrate God's grace in brokenness. Ultimately, listeners are reminded that even amidst chaos, divine love prevails and we are never alone.
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Jacob Meets Rachel At The Well
- Fr. Mike recounts Jacob meeting Rachel at the well and rolling the stone to water her flock.
- He highlights Jacob's immediate love for Rachel and his seven years of service to Laban.
Broken Families Still Shape God's Story
- Fr. Mike highlights that the Bible shows messy, broken families as the source of God's work rather than perfect models.
- This reveals that God can use our flaws and dysfunction to bring about redemption and purpose.
Deception Echoes Across Generations
- The narrative mirrors characters: Jacob's earlier deceit reappears in Laban's deception of him.
- Scripture subtly reveals patterns of behavior across generations and contexts.