The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 14: The Eternal Word of God (2026)
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Jan 14, 2026 Fr. Mike delves into the sacredness of Scripture, illustrating how God communicates through human authors. He highlights the divine essence of Christ as the core truth in Scripture, referencing Augustine's insights. The discussion emphasizes the Church's reverence for the Bible, likening it to the Lord's Body. Fr. Mike explains the balance between divine inspiration and human authorship, underlining that Scripture guides us toward salvation. Ultimately, he reminds us of the living nature of the Word, driven by the Holy Spirit to enrich our understanding.
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Divine Condescension In Scripture
- God speaks to humanity in human words out of condescension and love.
- The Scriptures are therefore venerable because they are God's self-revelation to his children.
One Unified Divine Word
- All Scripture expresses one single divine utterance centered in Christ.
- The Church venerates Scripture as she venerates the Lord's body because it truly nourishes her.
Pray For Understanding Before Reading
- Ask the Holy Spirit to open your mind when you read Scripture so it doesn't remain a dead letter.
- Approach Scripture expecting the living Christ to speak through its proclamation and reading.
