The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

Discover the reality of imperfect Bible heroes like Abraham and Jacob, and how their flaws and mistakes highlight the realistic portrayal of human struggles in the Bible. Embrace brokenness and God's grace as we explore the biblical story of Jacob and Leah, reminding us that God is present in our brokenness.

The podcast discusses the desire to know God's plan for our lives and how it's better to trust in Him rather than knowing the entire plan. It emphasizes finding joy in uncertainty and embracing the present moment by following Mary's example of trust.

Fr. Mike Schmitz explores the dark yet inspiring lyrics of the song 'I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day', written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in 1863. He discusses Longfellow's story of tragedy and how he found hope and inspiration to write a famous Christmas song. The podcast reflects on the message of Christmas, embracing hope in the midst of suffering, and reaffirms belief in God's love.

In this podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz discusses the prevalence of sexual temptation and pornography. He explores how to overcome challenges like the availability and affordability of porn by using tools like Covenant Eyes. Fr. Mike suggests removing electronic devices and seeking accountability from a trusted person as ways to overcome addiction.

The podcast discusses the disappointment of unanswered prayers and reminds listeners that God is a loving Father who desires to give good things. It emphasizes the importance of intentional prayers of thanksgiving and praise, and encourages trust and perseverance in prayer.

Explore the nature and role of guardian angels, including their creation, attributes, and the importance of devotion. Learn how to seek the protection of guardian angels and nurture your relationship with them as a gift from God.

Explore different forms of pride such as boastfulness, ostentation, and hypocrisy. Discover ways to close the gap between our ideal and actual selves and overcome pride by practicing virtues. Learn about the ambition of saints and the importance of offering everything to God.

Discover the drawbacks of self-reliance and the sufficiency of God's grace. Learn how to recognize weakness and rely on God. Find out how to be patient with yourself and seek God's mercy and grace when stumbling.

The podcast discusses the concept of free will and the consequences of our choices. It shares personal stories about underestimating consequences and choosing rebellion and indifference to God. It emphasizes the opportunity we have to choose God and be restored.

Learn how to overcome repetitive sins by recognizing the patterns and triggers behind them, and rewriting the script. Explore the challenges of rewriting the script and the iterative process of finding what works. Discover the process of breaking free from sinful behaviors and patterns with recognition, planning, and intense effort, with the help of Jesus and the Holy Spirit.