The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 198: The Day of the Lord (2024)
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Jul 16, 2024 The podcast discusses the prophet Joel's ministry in tragedy, prophecy of Lucifer and St. Michael, readings from Isaiah, Joel, and Proverbs, restoration of Israel, downfall of oppressors, prophecies for Moab and Philistia, Day of the Lord prophecy, and exploration of prophecies in Isaiah and Joel.
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Dual Prophecy in Isaiah
- Isaiah prophesies about the king of Babylon's downfall and the restoration of Israel.
- This prophecy also has a spiritual meaning, referring to Lucifer's fall from heaven.
Lucifer's Rebellion and Michael's Loyalty
- Lucifer, originally a good angel, rebelled against God, declaring he would make himself like the Most High.
- This contrasts with Archangel Michael, whose name asks, "Who is like God?"
Joel's Prophecy and the Day of the Lord
- Joel's prophecy follows a national tragedy, a devastating plague of locusts.
- He warns of a coming army even more destructive than the locusts, signifying the "Day of the Lord."