The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 360: Heavenly Worship (2025)
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Dec 26, 2025 Fr. Mike explores the heavenly throne room depicted in Revelation, emphasizing our connection to this divine space during Mass. He discusses the significance of glorifying God through righteous deeds and highlights the powerful imagery of 144,000 sealed from Israel. The humble yet mighty Lamb stands ready to open the sealed scroll, while the four horsemen illustrate escalating judgments. Lastly, he reflects on the unity of Gentiles and martyrs in heavenly worship, inspiring listeners to live in a way that maximizes God's glory.
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Mass As Participation In Heavenly Worship
- Fr. Mike Schmitz reveals Revelation's throne room parallels the Mass, bringing listeners into heavenly worship.
- He says Mass lifts us into the same heavenly scene John describes, making liturgy a participation in heaven.
Make Christianity Credible By Living Differently
- Paul tells Titus to appoint blameless elders who live distinct, converted lives to authenticate the Gospel.
- Fr. Mike urges Christians to live differently so the Gospel appears powerful, not impotent.
Teach Sound Doctrine And Practice Good Deeds
- Follow Titus: teach sound doctrine and model self-control, charity, and good deeds to adorn the Gospel.
- Fr. Mike emphasizes that righteous living trains believers and prepares them for Christ's return.