The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 3: Noah's Ark (2026)
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Jan 3, 2026 Fr. Mike explores the significance of Noah's genealogy and God's decision to send a flood due to human wickedness. He contrasts the righteous line of Seth with the fallen line of Cain, highlighting moral decline through intermarriage. Listeners learn about divine instructions for building the ark and the enduring themes of mercy in Psalm 136. Ultimately, he encourages emulating Noah's faithfulness amid adversity, inviting everyone to walk closely with God despite the challenges of the world.
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Genealogy Frames The Moral Divide
- Genesis 5 traces Seth's genealogy to contrast two lines of humanity and prepare the narrative in chapter 6.
- The genealogy signals a spiritual distinction between those who 'walk with God' and those who fall away.
Lamech's Naming Of Noah
- The genealogy notes Lamech naming Noah and prophesying relief from cursed toil, foreshadowing Noah's role.
- Noah fathers Shem, Ham, and Japheth at age 500, anchoring the post-flood human lines.
Corruption Prompts Divine Renewal
- Genesis 6 shows humanity's corruption rising until God decides to cleanse the earth with a flood.
- Noah's righteousness stands out as the reason God spares him and establishes a covenant through the ark.
