The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 208: The Futility of Idols (2025)
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Jul 27, 2025 Fr. Mike discusses the temptation of idols during exile, emphasizing how people often stray from God through false worship and superstitions. The miraculous recovery of King Hezekiah is highlighted, showcasing the power of earnest prayer. Through vivid analogies, the futility of worshipping man-made idols is illustrated, urging believers to trust solely in the living God. The podcast explores themes of faith, divine intervention, and the importance of recognizing true divinity amid life's challenges.
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Father Mike's Prayer Practice
- Father Mike prays the canticle from Isaiah 38 regularly, connecting deeply with its themes of life and mortality.
- He shares this personal spiritual practice to invite listeners into this prayerful moment together.
Faith Triumphs Over Threats
- Hezekiah's trust in God during Assyria's threat shows God's power to save and respond to faithful prayer.
- God’s intervention through Isaiah affirms that true faith triumphs over worldly arrogance and threats.
Do Not Fear False Idols
- Avoid worshiping false idols or giving them any power through superstition or fear.
- Trust in the living God alone who truly knows and cares for you.