The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Ascension
In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way.
Unlike any other Bible podcast, Ascension’s Bible in a Year podcast follows a reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, a ground-breaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins. For each period in the timeline, Jeff will join Fr. Mike for a special episode that will help you understand the context of each reading.
With this podcast, you won’t just read the Bible in a year … you’ll finally understand how all the pieces of the Bible fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today!
Listen and…
Read the ENTIRE Bible
Feel more confident about your understanding of Scripture
Experience the transformative power of God’s Word in your daily life
Start seeing the world through the lens of Scripture
Each 20-25 minute episode includes:
Two to three scripture readings
A reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz
A guided prayer to help you hear God’s voice in his Word
The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Unlike any other Bible podcast, Ascension’s Bible in a Year podcast follows a reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, a ground-breaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins. For each period in the timeline, Jeff will join Fr. Mike for a special episode that will help you understand the context of each reading.
With this podcast, you won’t just read the Bible in a year … you’ll finally understand how all the pieces of the Bible fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today!
Listen and…
Read the ENTIRE Bible
Feel more confident about your understanding of Scripture
Experience the transformative power of God’s Word in your daily life
Start seeing the world through the lens of Scripture
Each 20-25 minute episode includes:
Two to three scripture readings
A reflection from Fr. Mike Schmitz
A guided prayer to help you hear God’s voice in his Word
The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Sep 19, 2023 • 28min
Day 262: Miracle Worker (2023)
The podcast discusses the miracles Jesus performs in Matthew and affirms his power over matter. It explores how we can also do things beyond our capability through Jesus. Topics covered include John the Baptist's beheading, feeding of the crowd, Jesus' transfiguration, his instructions to Simon, and the offensive posture of the church.
9 snips
Sep 18, 2023 • 29min
Day 261: Ornate Souls (2023)
Fr. Mike explores the meaning of various parables in Matthew, including the return of the unclean spirit and the danger of ornate souls. He emphasizes the need to replace sin with virtue in order to have a relationship with God. Other topics include Jesus' miracles, the importance of baptism, and the challenge of witnessing miracles without fully committing to Jesus.
5 snips
Sep 17, 2023 • 25min
Day 260: Carrying the Cross (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses Jesus' divinity, his healing powers, and his call to courageously carry the Cross. He emphasizes faith, Jesus' authority, the cost of discipleship, and the importance of spiritual transformation. Listeners are encouraged to not fear the world's difficulties, find life through losing it for Jesus' sake, and pray for one another.
Sep 16, 2023 • 27min
Day 259: The Sermon on the Mount (2023)
In this episode, Fr. Mike Schmitz reads and explains the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing how Jesus' teachings fulfill the old testament law. He explores topics such as the broken human heart, the remedy to our sins, and living in the perfect will of God. The hosts discuss various teachings from the Sermon on the Mount, including reconciliation, lust, divorce, and loving enemies. They also explore Jesus' new laws on anger, adultery, retaliation, and love for enemies. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of regularly giving alms, praying, and fasting as disciples of Jesus Christ.
6 snips
Sep 15, 2023 • 25min
Day 258: The Kingdom Is Here (2023)
Fr. Mike introduces us to the Gospel of Matthew, tracing Jesus' genealogy and discussing his ministry. The chapter explores the birth and visit of the wise men, the baptism and temptation of Jesus, and the story of Joseph and Mary's relationship.
12 snips
Sep 15, 2023 • 39min
Messianic Checkpoint: The Gospel of Matthew (with Jeff Cavins) - 2023
Jeff Cavins, an expert in biblical studies, joins Fr. Mike to discuss the unique features of the Gospel of Matthew, including its emphasis on discipleship and sharing our faith. They explore the connections between the Old and New Testaments, the power of almsgiving, fasting, and prayer as weapons against temptation, and the establishment of the kingdom and the role of the papacy. They also highlight specific themes in the Gospel of Matthew, and express gratitude for the community participating in the program.
5 snips
Sep 14, 2023 • 21min
Day 257: Choose to Love (2023)
Fr. Mike Schmitz finishes the book of Jeremiah and highlights moments of hope. The podcast also explores the book of Obadiah, challenging listeners to choose to love. They discuss the looting and destruction of the Lord's house, the captivity and favor shown to Joachim, and the consequences of drifting apart. A reflection on Zedekiah's poor judgment and the significance of staying connected as a family is also included.
Sep 13, 2023 • 26min
Day 256: Hard Seasons (2023)
Fr. Mike encourages us to never stop talking to God, even in the hardest seasons of our lives. The podcast discusses the impending destruction of Babylon, ultimate condemnation and God's will, the unimaginable depths of desperation, and finding hope and identity in God's love.
Sep 12, 2023 • 29min
Day 255: God Is Good (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses God's goodness in the midst of evil, focusing on Jeremiah and Lamentations. The readings cover God's judgment against the Ammonites and Edom, justice, fairness, and mercy in Proverbs, warnings about gossip, and finding hope in pain through God's love and mercies.
Sep 11, 2023 • 21min
Day 254: Judgment of Nations (2023)
Fr. Mike discusses God's judgment against the surrounding nations of Israel and the importance of repentance. The podcast reflects on the devastation and destruction brought upon the land, while also emphasizing the significance of seeking understanding rather than sharing opinions.
