The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 272: The Call of Nehemiah (2025)
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Sep 29, 2025 Explore Nehemiah's inspiring response to God's call, as he mourns and prays for Jerusalem's ruins. Discover the power of strategic planning and prayer in leadership amid challenges. Delve into Zechariah’s prophecies about Jerusalem’s future and the warning against false prophets. Reflect on the importance of forgiving our enemies and resisting vengeance, as emphasized in Proverbs. Join the journey through these powerful scriptures and deepen your understanding of faith and resilience.
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Zechariah’s Vision Of Jerusalem
- Zechariah prophesies Jerusalem as both a target and a magnet, drawing nations together and causing self-harm to those who assault it.
- The text culminates in mourning for 'the pierced one,' pointing forward to Jesus and God's redemptive plan.
Pray For Enemies, Avoid Vengeance
- Do not repay evil with evil; wait for the Lord to act and trust divine justice.
- Pray for enemies and seek their conversion rather than immediate vengeance.
Personal Call To Pray For Enemies
- Fr. Mike shares a personal conviction to pray for his enemies and those he struggles with intimately.
- He confesses that he's often most cruel to those closest to him and urges repentance and change.