The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 205: Promise to Zion (2023)

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Jul 24, 2023
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INSIGHT

Futile Alliance With Egypt

  • Judah's attempt to ally with Egypt adds sin to sin and brings only shame and humiliation.
  • God's help is the only true support, not Egypt's worthless assistance.
INSIGHT

Depth of Judah's Rebellion

  • Judah’s rebellion is multi-faceted: they spread sin, ignore God, distrust Him, have self-indulgent leaders, and corrupt sacred roles.
  • Those who sin shamelessly fail to recognize their faults, unlike those open to correction.
ADVICE

Embrace God’s Correction

  • Cultivate docility by being open to God's instruction and accepting correction.
  • Avoid saying to the prophets 'prophesy not' but embrace God's truth even when challenging.
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