The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 100: This Is My Body (2025)
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Apr 10, 2025 In this engaging discussion, listeners dive into Jesus' pivotal teachings on the Eucharist, emphasizing the belief that it embodies His true presence. The conversation highlights transformative encounters, including the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000, and the tension with authorities over His claims. Key themes include the necessity of faith for understanding Jesus as the 'bread of life' and the profound significance of spiritual nourishment. The episode encourages believers to maintain trust in Christ's presence in the Eucharist, despite difficult teachings.
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True Bread from Heaven
- Jesus emphasizes the importance of believing in Him, not just seeking physical nourishment.
- He states that He is the true bread from heaven, His flesh is true food, and His blood is true drink.
The Eucharist's Importance
- This is the only time disciples leave Jesus over a teaching, specifically about the Eucharist.
- Jesus institutes the Eucharist, saying, "This is my body...This is my blood."
Peter's Declaration
- Many disciples left Jesus after the teaching on the Eucharist.
- Jesus asks the twelve if they will leave too, and Peter affirms their belief in Him.
