The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 331: The Foundations of Prayer (2025)
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Nov 27, 2025 Explore the essence of prayer through the lessons of Moses and David. Discover how Moses models honest intercession, showcasing humility and intimacy with God. Delve into how David's Psalms serve as Spirit-inspired prayers, teaching us to trust during suffering. Fr. Mike emphasizes that humility and honesty are vital for authentic prayer. Ultimately, see how Jesus fulfills Davidic prayers, bridging our petitions to divine love. A deep dive into the foundations of how we communicate with the divine awaits!
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God Initiates Prayer
- Prayer is revealed as initiated by God, modeled in Moses' call at the burning bush.
- Honest dialogue with God develops contemplative intimacy and empowers intercession.
Prayer Develops Through Dialogue
- Moses learns to pray through a dialogic call that includes hesitation and questioning.
- That process leads God to disclose his name and draw Moses into contemplative friendship.
Royal Prayer Connects Covenant And Mission
- The king's prayer at the temple ties covenant memory to intercession for future generations and the nations.
- Prayer expresses the desire that God's name and people's wholeheartedness point the world to him.
