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

Day 209: God Comforts His People (2025)

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Jul 28, 2025
Fr. Mike dives deep into the book of Consolation, showcasing how God comforts His people in times of despair. The discussion transitions from Isaiah’s warnings to a message of hope and divine care. Listeners explore the prophetic insights of Ezekiel during exile, highlighting God's unwavering presence. Themes of humility, strength through faith, and sacrifice are intertwined, featuring inspiring stories like that of Eric Liddell. This journey emphasizes the importance of reliance on God through life's challenges.
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Isaiah's Shift to Consolation

  • Isaiah transitions from delivering messages of warning to messages of consolation and hope.
  • This marks a significant shift in the biblical narrative toward comfort for God's people.
INSIGHT

Hezekiah's Unwise Pride

  • King Hezekiah's pride leads him to reveal all his treasures to Babylonian envoys.
  • Isaiah warns that this will result in future exile and loss for Hezekiah's descendants.
ANECDOTE

Eric Liddell's Faith and Strength

  • "Chariots of Fire" depicts Eric Liddell refusing to race on Sunday for religious reasons.
  • He quotes Isaiah 40:29-31 about God renewing strength, later becoming a missionary and martyr.
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