

Day 37: The Mystical Works of God (2025)
15 snips Feb 6, 2025
Dive into the mystical works of God as the narrative unfolds through the struggles of the Israelites in the wilderness. Explore themes of faith, leadership, and the supernatural, including moments like the crossing of the Red Sea and the provision of manna. Discover the importance of effective guidance from figures like Jethro and the relevance of purification laws. Reflect on the balance between the natural and supernatural, encouraging a deeper relationship with God during trials.
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Demystifying Miracles
- Some try to explain biblical miracles as natural phenomena, removing the supernatural element.
- Fr. Mike cautions against this, highlighting the importance of recognizing God's intervention.
Drowning in Two Inches
- Fr. Mike Schmitz tells a story about a Jewish father and son discussing the Red Sea parting.
- The father humorously insists it was a miracle the Egyptians drowned in two inches of water.
Supernatural Intervention
- While the Church investigates natural explanations for miracles, sometimes only the supernatural remains.
- Fr. Mike emphasizes God's active role in events like the defeat of Amalek and providing water.