The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 212: God's Instrument (2025)
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Jul 31, 2025 Fr. Mike explores the intriguing role of King Cyrus as a tool for God's will, showcasing how divine purpose can unfold through unexpected figures. The discussion highlights God's sovereignty, contrasting idol worship with His ultimate authority. Listeners are invited to reflect on the consequences of societal sins and the futility of material pursuits amidst despair. The power of divine grace is reinforced, reminding us that no one is too far from redemption, even in the darkest times.
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God Uses Unexpected Instruments
- God can use anyone as an instrument of His will, even those who don't know Him like King Cyrus.
- This shows that no soul is beyond God's grace and that He can work through all situations to bring blessings.
Two Forms of Idolatry
- Idolatry is foolish because people worship items made from the same material they use for mundane things.
- We often treat God like an idol by expecting Him to conform to our desires and questioning His ways.
Judgment Leads to Knowing God
- The consequences Israel faces (sword, famine, exile) are meant to lead them to know God is Lord.
- God’s judgment aims to bring His people back, not to abandon them.