The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 40: Laws of Justice (2025)
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Feb 9, 2025 Explore how God's heart is revealed through His commandments, calling us to a life of justice. Discover ancient laws on restitution and community responsibility in Exodus and Leviticus, highlighting the importance of protecting the vulnerable. Delve into the rituals of purification and their significance for the Israelite community. Reflect on a poetic psalm that celebrates divine majesty while seeking deeper understanding of God's word. Join in the journey of faith and justice as we embrace these timeless principles.
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Focus on What's Possible
- Strive for what you can do, rather than perfection.
- The Lord asks us to do what we can, not what we can't.
God's Heart of Justice
- The laws in Exodus and Leviticus reveal God's heart and desire for justice.
- These laws provide principles for just judgment and restitution, moving beyond vengeance.
Sacredness of the Body
- Bodily emissions in Leviticus relate to life, sex, reproduction, and relationships.
- The laws around them emphasize treating sacred things with care and restraint.