The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 331: The Foundations of Prayer (2024)

Nov 26, 2024

Discover how Moses and David exemplify the power of prayer and its foundational role in connecting with God. Learn about Moses' humility and his intimate conversations with the divine, alongside David's heartfelt expressions found in the Psalms. Explore the transformative nature of prayer in both personal and communal settings and its significance throughout biblical history. Delve into the honest nature of prayer that fosters trust and intimacy with God, offering hope amid life's challenges.

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Moses illustrates the essence of intercessory prayer, emphasizing the importance of humility and community in our relationship with God.

David's Psalms serve as a model of collective worship, highlighting the necessity of trust and emotional honesty in prayer throughout life's trials.

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Moses and Intercessory Prayer

Moses exemplifies the essence of intercessory prayer as he engages with God through a personal relationship marked by honesty and humility. When God calls Moses from the burning bush, it initiates a profound dialogue where Moses learns to pray fervently for the people he represents. This prayer is not about self but centered on the community, showing that true intercession aligns with the will of God for salvation and guidance. Through his prayers, Moses draws strength from God's steadfast love, reflecting the nature of divine forgiveness and reminding us that God's faithfulness compels us to carry the weight of our community in our supplications.

Intro

2min

Moses and David: Models of Intercessory Prayer

4min

The Role of Prayer in the Kingdom of God

2min

Understanding the Foundations of Prayer through Moses

8min

The Honest Nature of Prayer and Trust in God

4min

Do we know how to pray? The Catechism depicts Moses learning how to pray and uses this as an example of prayer and relationship with God. The Catechism goes on to talk about David and his experiences with prayer and the Psalms. As Fr. Mike points out, “humility is the foundation of prayer,” and we need honesty, trust, and a willingness to engage in order to pray and approach God as he is. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2574-2580.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy

Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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