The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 268: Rebuilding the Temple (2024)
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Sep 24, 2024 The discussion delves into the rebuilding of the temple and the collective journey of repentance, illuminated by the challenges faced during worship restoration. The emotional landscape of returning exiles, caught between joy and grief, is vividly portrayed, alongside the tensions with Samaritans. Further exploration highlights themes of forgiveness and redemption, showcasing Joshua's transformative vision of receiving divine mercy. This journey emphasizes the power of hope and compassion for Jerusalem's restoration.
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Restoring Worship and Mixed Emotions
- The returned exiles restore worship with altar and daily sacrifices before rebuilding the temple.
- The temple foundation laying caused mixed emotions, blending joyful praise with sorrowful memories.
The Danger of Stuck Memories
- Remembering the past can lead to grief but also risks preventing people from seeing God's present work.
- Being stuck in the past stops us from embracing the new and ongoing divine movement.
Samaritan Rejection Reveals Division
- The Samaritans, despite claiming shared religion, were rejected because they worshipped different gods.
- This division highlights painful religious and social splits impacting temple rebuilding efforts.