
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 321: Jesus' Prayer in the Garden (2025)
Nov 17, 2025
Fr. Mike explores the profound nature of prayer, emphasizing that Jesus prayed not for requests, but for closeness with God. The poignant moments in Gethsemane demonstrate honesty and trust in prayer. The narrative delves into Jesus' trial, crucifixion, and the significance of his last words on the cross. Insights on the road to Emmaus reveal how the Eucharist restores what was lost. Finally, listeners are encouraged to see how Jesus fulfills scripture and to deepen their personal prayer life.
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Proverbs On Quarrels And Whisperers
- Proverbs warns that whisperers and quarrelsome people kindle strife while silence cools disputes.
- Fr. Mike includes the Proverbs reading to contrast Scripture's practical wisdom with Gospel prayer and mercy themes.
Prayer As Communion Not Transaction
- Luke presents Jesus as someone who prays constantly, modeling prayer as communion rather than a means to get things.
- Fr. Mike emphasizes that prayer's primary purpose is closeness to the Father, not treating God like an ATM.
Make A Concrete Prayer Plan
- Keep a plan for regular prayer and consider restarting the Bible-in-a-Year to deepen habit.
- Use the remaining days of the program to commit to ongoing prayer and closeness to God.






