The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 66: Forbidden Forms of Worship (2025)
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Mar 7, 2025 Fr. Mike delves into the significance of acceptable worship as outlined in Numbers and Deuteronomy. He discusses the crucial guidelines regarding justice and authority, highlighting the roles of priests and the dangers of idolatry. The podcast also tackles forbidden practices like child sacrifice, emphasizing the importance of following God's commandments. Additionally, it connects Old Testament prophetic figures to Jesus, underscoring the fulfillment of divine promises and the essence of dedicating our best to God.
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Aaron's Rod Blossoms
- In Numbers 17, the Israelites rebelled, questioning Aaron's authority.
- God settled the dispute by making only Aaron's rod blossom, confirming his priesthood.
Forbidden Forms of Worship
- Deuteronomy 17-18 discusses forbidden worship forms, including offering defective sacrifices.
- This highlights that we should offer God our best.
Justice and False Accusations
- Deuteronomy outlines capital punishment for idolatry, requiring multiple witnesses.
- The first stone must be cast by an accuser, highlighting the gravity of false accusations.