The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 217: The Everlasting Covenant (2025)
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Aug 5, 2025 Fr. Mike delves into the profound messages of Isaiah and Ezekiel, highlighting God's everlasting covenant that extends beyond the chosen to welcome all. He uses vivid imagery to discuss Israel's unfaithfulness and God's mercy, painting a picture of divine love. Themes of transformation through righteousness and the deep connection between humanity and the divine are explored. The metaphor of God as a loving bridegroom emphasizes hope, restoration, and the importance of genuine worship, inviting everyone into a life of abundance.
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God's Inclusive Invitation
- Isaiah 55 extends God's invitation to abundant life for everyone, not just a select few.
- God calls nations unknown to Israel to run to Him because of His glory and mercy.
Covenant Extends Beyond Israel
- God accepts foreigners and eunuchs who keep His covenant, granting them an everlasting name.
- The house of the Lord is declared a house of prayer for all peoples, breaking exclusivity.
Israel as God's Unfaithful Bride
- Ezekiel portrays Israel as an unfaithful bride shaped by God's mercy and adorned by Him.
- Despite Israel's idolatry, God promises restoration through an everlasting covenant, showcasing divine mercy.