The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 233: Correct me, O Lord (2024)
Aug 20, 2024
Fr. Mike dives into the dangers of idolatry in Jeremiah, highlighting how it leads to foolishness. He emphasizes our need for divine guidance and correction. The discussion on Ezekiel brings to light a vision of the measuring of the temple, showing how early Church Fathers interpreted the Old Testament through the lens of the New Testament. The readings underscore themes of humility, sincere worship, and God’s promise of restoration, reminding us that authentic faith transcends mere rituals.
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God's View on Worship and Idols
- The Lord calls for humility and reverence, looking favorably on the contrite who tremble at His word.
- False worship and idol blessings are abominations that bring about God's affliction and judgment.
God's Punishment of Ammonites
- Ammonites rejoiced maliciously at Israel's desolation, prompting God to hand them over as spoils to eastern peoples.
- God's judgment serves to reveal His power and punish those who mock His sanctuary and people.
Divine Judgment on Tyre
- God's judgment will come on Tyre through Nebuchadnezzar and many nations, destroying the city thoroughly.
- Tyre's fall will cause lament among sea princes who ruled its reign, showing the scope of divine retribution.