2026

From The Bible in a Year — Fr. Mike Schmitz

Daily episodes for 2026.

Episodes

Day 191: The Babylonian Exile (2026) 2026-07-10
As we finish our journey in 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles, Fr. Mike highlights the Babylonian exile as a critical event in the story of salvation.…
Day 190: Judah Is Overrun (2026) 2026-07-09
As we near the end of 2 Kings, Fr. Mike takes us through Babylon's conquest of Judah, under the leadership of King Nebuchadnezzar. He touches on the…
Day 189: Follow the Lord (2026) 2026-07-08
Fr. Mike explains why it's important to focus on our own journey with the Lord over those around us while highlighting the leadership of king…
Day 188: The Book of the Law (2026) 2026-07-07
Fr. Mike introduces us to the Book of Proverbs while reflecting on Israel's lack of devotion to God and the Book of the Law. Much like God gave the…
Day 187: Praying for Time (2026) 2026-07-06
Fr. Mike recalls Hezekiah's prayer for more time and reveals how Hezekiah did not use that time wisely. We are all only given a specific amount of…
Day 186: Struggles with Self-Interest (2026) 2026-07-05
Fr. Mike highlights Hezekiah's goodness as king of Judah, but also points out his failure to protect his people's future. While Hezekiah let his…
Day 185: Hezekiah's Prayer (2026) 2026-07-04
Fr. Mike continues to emphasize Hezekiah's faithfulness as he turns to God in prayer in the midst of battle, and reinstitutes the Passover feast.…
Day 184: Hezekiah Reigns (2026) 2026-07-03
Fr. Mike reflects on Hezekiah's righteousness as king of Judah, and his pivotal work of restoring true worship and removing false idols. By undoing…
Introduction to the Exile (with Jeff Cavins) (2026) 2026-07-03
"Welcome to the Exile period! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the eighth biblical period, which covers the fall of the Southern Kingdom,…
Day 183: Israel Falls to Assyria (2026) 2026-07-02
Today we read about the critical moment when Assyria destroys the Northern Kingdom, and the ten northern tribes are exiled and assimilated among the…
Day 182: The Inescapable God (2026) 2026-07-01
Congratulations—you've made it about halfway through the Bible in a Year journey! Today, we read again about King Ahaz's unfaithfulness in 2 Kings.…
Day 181: Jonah and the Whale (2026) 2026-06-30
Today, we hear the story of the prophet Jonah, who, unlike Amos, does not want the people to repent. The readings are 2 Kings 15, Jonah 1-4, and…
Day 180: Giving Time to God (2026) 2026-06-29
As we conclude the book of Amos, we hear Amos rebuke the people for grudgingly giving their time to God, as in prayer or on the sabbath, and…
Day 179: Blinded by Comfort (2026) 2026-06-28
Fr. Mike points out how Amos' warning against being overly preoccupied with comfort and thus blinded to the needs of others can be especially…
Day 178: Called Back (2026) 2026-06-27
Fr. Mike points out how Jehu followed God half-way, but God wants us to follow Him with our whole hearts. He also explains the prophecy of Amos, who…
Day 177: Return, O Israel (2026) 2026-06-26
Fr. Mike shortly touches on David's honest prayer in Psalm 109 before diving into the unending love God has for his people. As we continue to…
Day 176: Choosing Eternal Life (2026) 2026-06-25
Fr. Mike explains why all of us are called to listen to the prophets of the Old Testament, and why their role is so important in salvation history.…
Day 175: Knowledge of God (2026) 2026-06-24
Fr. Mike emphasizes the importance of knowing God and knowing his love for us as we read about the devastation of war and the lack of faith…
Day 174: The Prophet Hosea (2026) 2026-06-23
Fr. Mike takes a break from 2 Chronicles to enter into the book of Hosea. We learn that Hosea was a prophet called to not only witness to God's…
Day 173: Confidence in God (2026) 2026-06-22
Fr. Mike talks about how we see both an abundance of faith, and a great lack of faith in our readings today. While the widow Elisha visits shows us…
Day 172: Uzziah's Pride (2026) 2026-06-21
Fr. Mike zeroes in on how Uzziah's prideful desire to worship God in his own way led to his tragic death. We are reminded once again how easily the…
Day 171: Elijah and Elisha (2026) 2026-06-20
Fr. Mike breaks down the moment Elijah is taken up to heaven, and the miracle Elisha performs at the spring. In 2 Chronicles, we also read about how…
Day 170: Joash's Downfall (2026) 2026-06-19
Fr. Mike looks at Joash's downfall and disobedience after the death of Jehoida. We learn how important it is to have good mentors in our lives who…
Day 169: Joash Is Crowned (2026) 2026-06-18
Fr. Mike explains how Athaliah's death, Jehoiada's covenant, and the crowning of Joash as king was pivotal for the restoration of the Temple.…
Day 168: Wicked Kinds (2026) 2026-06-17
Today we read about Elijah's discouragement after fleeing from Jezebel, and how God tells him to "arise and eat" to strengthen him for the journey…
Day 167: Viaticum (2026) 2026-06-16
Today we read about Elijah's discouragement after fleeing from Jezebel, and how God tells him to "arise and eat" to strengthen him for the journey…
Day 166: Responding in Faith (2026) 2026-06-15
Today, we are introduced to the prophet Elijah, who repeatedly responds to God's invitations with faith. The readings are 1 Kings 17-18, 2…
Day 165: The Lover and the Beloved (2026) 2026-06-14
Fr. Mike connects today's reading from Songs to the teachings of St. John Paul's Theology of the Body. He also points out how helpful it is to track…
Day 164: Tearing Down Idols (2026) 2026-06-13
Fr. Mike points out the results of what happened to the kings who built idols, and what happened to the kings who tore them down. He encourages us…
Day 163: Faith Over Success (2026) 2026-06-12
Fr. Mike touches on King Rehobo'am's last acts and the rise of his son, Abi′jah. He also explains how the mistakes of Israel's leaders show the…
Day 162: Rehoboam Seeks Counsel (2026) 2026-06-11
Fr. Mike explains why it's better to seek counsel from those who don't necessarily always agree with us, using the experience of Rehobo′am as an…
Day 161: The Crucifixion of Christ (2026) 2026-06-10
Fr. Mike finishes the gospel of Mark by reflecting on the death and resurrection of Christ. He also encourages us to reflect on the redemption of…
Day 160: Jesus Warns the People (2026) 2026-06-09
Fr. Mike guides us through Jesus' warning of persecution to the people of Israel as we near the end of Mark's Gospel. He also touches on how Jesus'…
Day 159: Bearing Fruit (2026) 2026-06-08
As we read about Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, Fr. Mike breaks down Jesus' interactions with his disciples and the Sadducees and his reaction to the…
Day 158: The Reality of Sin (2026) 2026-06-07
Fr. Mike highlights the reality of sin and our capacity to choose hell as we read about Jesus' teachings on temptations, divorce, and wealth. Jesus'…
Day 157: Following Jesus (2026) 2026-06-06
Fr. Mike emphasizes that following Jesus as his disciples requires remarkable humility, faith, purity of heart, and courage. Today's readings are…
Day 156: Jesus Casts Out Demons (2026) 2026-06-05
As we continue to read about Jesus' ministry, Fr. Mike focuses today on Jesus' power to cast out demons and reminds us that there is an ongoing…
Day 155: Jesus is Lord (2026) 2026-06-04
Today we read about Jesus' teachings and miracles that confirm his identity as Lord. Fr. Mike emphasizes the divinity of Jesus revealed in his…
Day 154: The Baptism of Jesus (2026) 2026-06-03
As we begin reading the Gospel of Mark, Fr. Mike points out several amazing details about the baptism of Jesus, as well as some important points…
Day 153: The Decline of Solomon (2026) 2026-06-02
Today, as we hear about Solomon's decline, Fr. Mike points out how the consequences of our decisions can have ramifications far beyond ourselves.…
Day 152: Being Forgotten (2026) 2026-06-01
Fr. Mike reminds us that, eventually, the world will forget us. He encourages us to keep our eyes fixed on heaven, focusing on surrender and trust…
Day 151: Wisdom and Folly (2026) 2026-05-31
Fr. Mike delves deeper into the lessons Ecclesiastes teaches us today about living wisely by keeping the end in mind, enjoying the present moment,…
Day 150: The Dedication of the Temple (2026) 2026-05-30
Fr. Mike explains the details of Solomon's dedication of the Temple, and the power of God's presence dwelling in it. In Ecclesiastes, we continue to…
Day 149: All Is Vanity (2026) 2026-05-29
Today, we begin reading Ecclesiastes! Fr. Mike helps us understand the central theme of this book of wisdom literature—the meaning of life. What…
Day 148: Solomon's Wealth (2026) 2026-05-28
Fr. Mike explains the purpose behind the beauty and extravagance of the Temple Solomon built for the Lord. On the other hand, he also points out the…
Day 147: Temple Worship (2026) 2026-05-27
Fr. Mike reinforces the power of God's presence in the Temple, and the importance of worshipping God the way he desires to be worshipped. We also…
Day 146: The Universal Church (2026) 2026-05-26
Fr. Mike reveals Solomon's plan of leadership, and how he is aiming to unite the people. He also foreshadows the importance of the temple as a place…
Day 145: Solomon Builds the Temple (2026) 2026-05-25
Fr. Mike reads the story of Solomon's greatest action as king: building a temple for the Lord, showing us how important it is to give glory to the…
Day 144: David's Last Words (2026) 2026-05-24
Fr. Mike looks into David's last words to his son Solomon and explains why it could have been hard for him to take David's advice. He also points…
Day 143: Solomon Asks for Wisdom (2026) 2026-05-23
Fr. Mike starts to unpack the character of Solomon and explains how we can see the beginning of his downfall in today's readings. Although Solomon…
Day 142: Whole and Joyful Hearts (2026) 2026-05-22
Fr. Mike uses the readings today to ask the question, how can we love the Lord joyfully, and with our whole hearts? In scripture today we see David…
Day 141: The Life of David (2026) 2026-05-21
Fr. Mike touches on one of his favorite bible stories about David's mighty men and discusses his attitude in old age. At the end of his life, David…
Day 140: David's Prayer of Thanksgiving (2026) 2026-05-20
Fr. Mike reflects on the significance behind David's prayer of thanksgiving at the end of his life. There's something so moving about David's…
Day 139: Reparation to the Gibeonites (2026) 2026-05-19
In today's readings, Fr. Mike highlights David's humility in two instances: when David asked the Gibeonites how he could repair their relationship…
Day 138: The Effect of Sin on Others (2026) 2026-05-18
Fr. Mike points out how violence begets violence in the reading from 2 Samuel, and shows us how the sins we commit extend much further than…
Day 137: David Mourns Absalom (2026) 2026-05-17
In today's readings, Fr. Mike points out how the loss of David's son overshadows everything else for a time. The readings are 2 Samuel 19, 1…
Day 136: Absalom Is Defeated (2026) 2026-05-16
Today, we hear about the downfall of Absalom, and how David reacts to the news of his death. In Chronicles, we read about David changing some of the…
Day 135: The Counsel of Hushai (2026) 2026-05-15
Fr. Mike explains the events of today's readings, breaking down Hushai's advice to Absalom, David's warning and charge of Solomon, and the theme of…
Day 134: Devastating Effects of Sin (2026) 2026-05-14
Fr. Mike talks about the horrible things that can happen when we turn away from God and stop asking him "what's the next step?" In today's readings…
Day 133: Persevering in Trust (2026) 2026-05-13
Fr. Mike focuses on trust today, specifically trusting God in difficult times. Like David, we need to learn to trust God in the midst of the battle,…
Day 132: David and Absalom (2026) 2026-05-12
Fr. Mike reflects on the story of David and Absalom, and points out the lack of forgiveness and repentance on both men's part. God forgives us no…
Day 131: Hope for the Future (2026) 2026-05-11
Fr. Mike preaches hope for the future of those with wounded hearts as we read the stories of Tamar, Amnon, and David. No matter what's in your past…
Day 130: Nathan Condemns David (2026) 2026-05-10
Fr. Mike touches on the sins of David, and how we can see ourselves in these fallen characters in scripture. God desires a relationship with us free…
Day 129: David Commits Adultery (2026) 2026-05-09
Fr. Mike breaks down David's tragic downfall as he commits adultery with Bathsheba and kills her husband, Uriah the Hittite. We learn that David's…
Day 128: Mighty Men of Valor (2026) 2026-05-08
As we continue to read about how King David expands his kingdom, Fr. Mike points out the mighty men of valor, who were men of great courage, honor…
Day 127: Kindness for the House of Saul (2026) 2026-05-07
Fr. Mike draws our attention to David's kindness towards the house of Saul, including Jonathan's lame son Mephibosheth. We learn that even though…
Day 126: David's Victories (2026) 2026-05-06
Fr. Mike emphasizes how King David's victories in battle are part of his calling to establish Israel as a kingdom. He also reminds us that the…
Day 125: Covenant with David (2026) 2026-05-05
Fr. Mike highlights the moment God makes a covenant with David, promising him an everlasting dynasty, but reserving the building of the Temple to…
Day 124: King David Rules (2026) 2026-05-04
Today we read about the moment David is made king over all Israel. Fr. Mike reveals that as David begins his rule, he has both strengths and…
Day 123: The Death of Ish-bosheth (2026) 2026-05-03
Fr. Mike highlights the importance of David's reaction to the death of Ish-bosheth, Saul's son. Today we read 2 Samuel 4, 1 Chronicles 5-6, and…
Day 122: Abner Is Killed (2026) 2026-05-02
In today's readings, we hear about the death of Abner, and Fr. Mike points out how David publicly mourns Abner, and instructs his people to do the…
Day 121: Cycle of Violence (2026) 2026-05-01
Fr. Mike talks about how revenge and violence can become a cycle that doesn't end until someone chooses to end it. He also points out how the…
Day 120: David Mourns Saul (2026) 2026-04-30
Today we begin two new books as we read 2 Samuel 1, 1 Chronicles 1, and Psalm 13. Fr. Mike shows us how nothing in scripture is wasted space, and…
Day 119: David's Wisdom (2026) 2026-04-29
In the last chapters of 1 Samuel, Fr. Mike focuses on David's wisdom in battle through his prayer and ability to unite the people of Israel. He also…
Day 118: King Saul Despairs (2026) 2026-04-28
Fr. Mike reflects on King Saul's despair in the face of trial, and how he seeks other means of comfort when he feels like God has abandoned him. God…
Day 117: Reverence and Faithfulness (2026) 2026-04-27
Fr. Mike reveals how David exemplifies the virtues of reverence and faithfulness. David walks both as a man of faith and as a fallen son of God, but…
Day 116: David and Abigail (2026) 2026-04-26
Fr. Mike reflects on the relationship between David and Abigail, and how the Lord calls David to be a better man through Abigail. Where has God put…
Day 115: King Saul is Spared (2026) 2026-04-25
Fr. Mike uses King Saul as an example that God does not unchoose those he has chosen, and never loses faith in us. Even if we feel someone is in…
Day 114: David Saves Keilah (2026) 2026-04-24
Fr. Mike explores the actions of David before saving the city of Keilah, and how he sets an example for us while discerning God's will. He also…
Day 113: Broken Trust (2026) 2026-04-23
In today's readings, we learn how Doeg the Edomite betrayed David, the priests, and the Lord. Fr. Mike explains that betrayal is painful because our…