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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.

The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz‪)‬ Ascension Catholic Faith Formation

- Religion & Spirituality
- 4.8 • 2K Ratings

- MAY 19, 2022
Day 139: Reparation to the Gibeonites (2022)

Day 139: Reparation to the Gibeonites (2022)

In today's readings, Fr. Mike highlights David's humility in two instances: when David asked the Gibeonites how he could repair their relationship after they had been mistreated by Saul, and when David takes a step back from battle. He also explains the role of the gatekeepers as people who would be responsible for guarding the doors to the Temple. The readings are 2 Samuel 21, 1 Chronicles 26, and Psalm 40.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
- 22 min
- MAY 18, 2022
Day 138: The Effect of Sin on Others (2022)

Day 138: The Effect of Sin on Others (2022)

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 ourselves. We also read about the Temple musicians in 1 Chronicles, we hear Psalm 39, written by one of those musicians, Jeduthun. Today's reading are 2 Samuel 20, 1 Chronicles 25, and Psalm 39.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
- 18 min
- MAY 17, 2022
Day 137: David Mourns Absalom (2022)

Day 137: David Mourns Absalom (2022)

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 Chronicles 24, and Psalm 38.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
- 22 min
- MAY 16, 2022
Day 136: Absalom Is Defeated (2022)

Day 136: Absalom Is Defeated (2022)

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 rules of worship, as he prepares for Temple worship. The readings are 2 Samuel 18, 1 Chronicles 23, and Psalm 37.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
- 22 min
- MAY 15, 2022
Day 135: The Counsel of Hushai (2022)

Day 135: The Counsel of Hushai (2022)

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 centralized worship. We all desire to be temples of the Holy Spirit, and we bring this prayer to God through today's episode. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 17, 1 Chronicles 22, and Psalm 36.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
- 18 min
- MAY 14, 2022
Day 134: Devastating Effects of Sin (2022)

Day 134: Devastating Effects of Sin (2022)

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 we see David humbled and humiliated, Absalom revealing how devastating sin is, and the evil that comes from war. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 16, 1 Chronicles 21, and Psalm 15.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
- 18 min

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Amazing way to pray.

Thank you Fr.Mike. It is a lot easier for me to understand what I hear than what I read. It has become our morning routine and remains with us for the rest of the day. Your explanations makes my understanding a lot clearer. Thank you.

Those names in Chronicles! Wow! I have to admit it is a lot easier for me to hear them than read them.

This is the second time around listening to Bible in the year. We have picked up a lot more understanding.

Thank you
God Bless

Round two!

So happy to be able to go through the Bible 2 years in a row. Thanks fo releasing them all again, it makes it so easy, and I love how I can again let the Lord live in my life every day.

A must listen

This podcast is fantastic. Father Mike’s daily reflection and insight into the scripture after the reading is the best part. I will be sad when the year is over.