The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 189: Follow the Lord (2024)
Jul 7, 2024
Exploration of King Josiah's leadership, reforms, and untimely death. Discovering the book of the Law, renewal of the covenant, and the value of wisdom. Emphasis on personal faithfulness, consequences of actions, and the importance of maintaining a close connection with God.
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Individual Faithfulness
- It's easy to focus on leaders in the Bible like kings and queens.
- Remember that everyone, regardless of their leader, is called to be faithful to God themselves.
Personal Responsibility in Faith
- Focus on personal responsibility in faith, like Joshua and his household.
- Regardless of other's choices, each person chooses who to serve.
Free Will and Faith
- People had free will to follow God, regardless of their kings' actions.
- We should focus on our own faith journey rather than solely on leaders.