The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 7: God's Covenant with Abram (2024)
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Jan 7, 2024 Fr. Mike discusses the significance of God's covenant with Abram, exploring themes of love and faithfulness. The readings cover Abram's rescue mission and blessings, his refusal of the king's offer, Job's anguish, and advice on avoiding sin. They also delve into Abram's encounter with Melchizedek, and the question of why God allowed suffering in the book of Job.
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Avoid Paths of Violence
- Avoid walking the path of violent sinners, who ultimately self-destruct.
- Reject enticements that lead to harm and destruction.
God's Covenant Symbolism
- God's covenant with Abram involved God himself passing through the divided animals, symbolizing His commitment.
- Abram did not pass through, showing God's mercy knowing human fallibility.
Abram's Rescue and Blessing
- Abram led 318 trained men to rescue his nephew Lot from captivity.
- After their victory, Melchizedek, king and priest, blessed Abram with bread and wine.