The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 334: The Meaning of Fasting (2025)
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Nov 30, 2025 Fr. Mike explores the significance of fasting and prayer, emphasizing how they help us recognize our spiritual needs for Christ. He delves into Paul's insights on marriage, singleness, and remaining true to one's vocation. The podcast also highlights the dynamic of early Christian missions, focusing on the shift from Jewish to Gentile outreach. Fr. Mike stresses the importance of integrity and justice, reminding listeners that our choices should support one another in faith. Insightful teachings from scripture guide listeners to deepen their relationship with God.
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Fast To Empty Yourself For God
- Fast alongside prayer to align your body with your spirit and make spiritual need more felt.
- If food is harmful for you, fast from other comforts like snooze buttons, coffee, or social media instead.
Name Change Marks Mission Shift
- The name shift from Saul to Paul signals a widening mission to Gentiles and a new evangelistic phase.
- This change marks outreach beyond Jewish audiences while not abandoning ministry to Jews.
Be Faithful Where You're Called
- Be faithful in the state of life to which God has called you and do not chase a ‘magic bullet’ vocation.
- Say yes repeatedly to God in your current vocation as the path to holiness.