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 Start seeing the world through the lens of Scripture
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 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.
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 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:
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 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.
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 335: Run the Race (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike highlights the importance of prayer and fasting, instructing us how to fast and empty ourselves to feel our spiritual need for Christ. He also discusses faithfulness in vocations and living out the life God has called you to. Today’s readings are from Acts 13, 1 Corinthians 7-8, and Proverbs 28:4-6.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Today begins with Acts 12 and the miraculous rescue of Peter from prison by an angel. Reflecting on this story, Fr. Mike helps us grapple with the mysterious reality that we are each called to say "Yes" to God’s destination for us, even when we might not know the way. Lastly, Fr. Mike delves into St. Paul's hard teachings to the Corinthians on sexuality morality and excommunication. Today's readings are Acts 12, 1 Corinthians 5-6, and Proverbs 28:1-3.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 332: Barnabas and Paul On Mission (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike begins by explaining the confusion experienced by the early Christians as they struggled to integrate the Gentiles into the Church. We also hear more about Barnabas, missionary companion of St. Paul, who was named by God as the "Son of Encouragement." Lastly, Fr. Mike delves into the history surrounding paganism and hedonism in pre-Christian Corinth and the need to encourage the Greeks to leave their old ways of worship. Today's readings are Acts 11, 1 Corinthians 3-4, Proverbs  27:23-27.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 331: Peter Preaches to the Gentiles (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>In today’s reading from Acts, the Holy Spirit guides Peter to initiate ministry to the Gentiles, beginning with the family of Cornelius, a Roman centurion. Upon hearing Peter preach, Cornelius’ entire household receive the Holy Spirit and are baptized. Commenting on today's second reading from 1 Corinthians, Fr. Mike reminds us to pursue Christian unity and avoid the dissension and infighting we see in the Church of Corinth. Today's readings are Acts 10, 1 Corinthians 1-2, Proverbs 27:21-22. </itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 329: The Ethiopian Eunuch (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 328: Stephen Is Martyred (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike reflects on Stephen's heroic martyrdom and points out how those around him refused to hear him and hardened their hearts, something we too can do with the Word of God. In the book of Romans, Fr. Mike also highlights the importance of offering our bodies as a living sacrifice, responding to the call to love and to not be conformed to this world, and remembering that Christians have been grafted onto the tree of Israel. Today we read Acts 7, Romans 11-12, and Proverbs 27:13-14. </itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 327: Origin of the Diaconate (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike highlights the boldness of Peter and John in our reading from Acts as they stand before the council of church leaders and defend the name of Jesus. He also addresses Paul’s writings on God’s grace given to us in our sinfulness and the war between good and evil present within ourselves. Today’s readings are Acts 4, Romans 6-7, and Proverbs 27:4-6.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 324: The Name of Jesus (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>In Acts 3, Peter used God’s gift of healing to allow God to restore a lame man. Fr. Mike reminds us that God gives us gifts so he can be known in the world and all great miracles are attributed to the name of Jesus. Fr. Mike also tells us why our suffering matters, and how God wastes nothing. Today’s readings are Acts 3, Romans 4-5, and Proverbs 27:1-3.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>23:59</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike shares the powerful story of the Holy Spirit coming upon the apostles in the upper room. He emphasizes how God calls us to go out into the world with his Spirit and live in community and with devotion to the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, the Eucharist, and prayer just like the first Christians. Today’s readings are Acts 2, Romans 2-3, and Proverbs 26:27-28.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 322: The Ascension (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr, Mike compares the story of the rich young man to the story of Zacchaeus, highlighting the difference in their willingness to follow Christ with their whole hearts. Looking at the stories of these young men, Fr. Mike invites us to reflect on our willingness to follow Christ with all that we are and all that we have. Today we read Luke 17-19 and Proverbs 26:13-16.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 316: Absolute Surrender (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike discusses our call to deny ourselves and take up our cross, specifically focusing on God’s call to renounce all that is ours and trust in him. He also highlights the story of Mary and Martha and encourages us not to allow the cares of life to choke the life of God out of our lives as Martha allowed her troubles and anxieties to do. Today’s readings are from Luke 9-10 and Proverbs 26:4-6.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 315: The Virtue of Mercy (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>In light of a series of miracles in our readings for today, Fr. Mike focuses on our Lord’s compassion and our call to be merciful, as he is. He emphasizes the beauty of God’s mercy and his offering of it despite our unworthiness. He also strikes a balance between the goodness of humanity as God’s creation and our brokenness due to original sin. Today’s readings are Luke 6-8 and Proverbs 26:1-3.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>28:30</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 314: My Beloved Son (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike elaborates on the significance of the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. He points out that the location of the Jordan River is particularly noteworthy because it's the same river that Joshua crossed over to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land, signifying that Jesus will bring about a new exodus. Additionally, it's the lowest spot on the planet, symbolizing Jesus' humility. Finally, Fr. Mike emphasizes that when we are baptized, we are adopted as beloved sons and daughters of God because what belongs to Jesus by his nature is given to us by God’s grace. Today we read Luke 3-5 and Proverbs 25:27-28.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 313: The Ark of the New Covenant (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>As we begin reading the Gospel of Luke, Fr. Mike draws our attention to Mary. He clarifies the difference between Zechariah's response and Mary's response to the angel Gabriel, and also explains why Mary is the Ark of the new Covenant. We learn that through Mary, God begins to fulfill his promises to the people of Israel. Today's readings are Luke 1-2, and Proverbs 25:24-26.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Messianic Checkpoint: The Gospel of Luke (with Jeff Cavins) (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Welcome to the last Messianic Checkpoint! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the Gospel of Luke and highlight the distinctive aspects of this synoptic Gospel. We learn that the Gospel of Luke uniquely captures the humanity of Jesus, the role of women, Jesus' frequent engagement with individuals on the margins, and the mystery of the Ascension. </itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 312: Conclusion to the Old Testament (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr Mike celebrates the accomplishment of reading the entire Old Testament and wraps up the books of 2 Maccabees and Wisdom, talking through the key themes of the Old Testament visible in the conclusions to these books. He also discusses the motivation of the Maccabees to defend the temple and maintain its purity as well as uphold God’s honor. Today’s readings are from 2 Maccabees 15, Wisdom 19, and Proverbs 25:21-23</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 311: God Fights for You (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 310: Rivals for the Heart (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike points out how easy it is to take good things and make idols out of them, setting them up as God's rivals for our hearts. We can discover these rivals by noticing the things we prioritize over spending time with God. The readings are 2 Maccabees 13, Wisdom 15-16, and Proverbs 25:15-17.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike breaks down the doctrine of purgatory as we read about Judas Maccabeus and his army praying for the dead in 2 Maccabees 12. We learn that purgatory is a process of purification that our hearts need in order to be ready to love God and to enter into his presence. In our reading of Wisdom today, Fr. Mike emphasizes the insanity of worshipping idols and how it's more tempting to make idols out of good things rather than evil things. Today's readings are 2 Maccabees 12, Wisdom 13-14, and Proverbs 25:11-14.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 308: Little by Little (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 303: Eleazar's Martyrdom (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike concludes the book of Sirach today and encourages us to continue the pursuit of wisdom. In our reading of 2 Maccabees, we see again the pillage of the Temple and we are re- introduced to Judas Maccabeus. Lastly, in Proverbs Fr. Mike encourages us to resist the temptation to rejoice when our enemies fall. Today’s readings are 2 Maccabees 5, Sirach 50-51, and Proverbs 24:17-20.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>As we begin to wrap up the Old Testament, Fr. Mike reflects on our reading from Sirach and what we have already learned on this journey through the Bible. He emphasizes that Scripture encourages us to rise again from our sin and return to God, because our God always picks us up again with his mercy. Today’s readings are 2 Maccabees 4, Sirach 47-49, and Proverbs 24:13-16.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>23:18</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike provides context to the God-centered perspective of 2 Maccabees and compares it to the more secular perspective provided by 1 Maccabees. He challenges us to reflect on our days with the lens of 2 Maccabees - acknowledging God’s presence in each moment of our story. Additionally, Fr. Mike shares the miraculous conversion story of St. Mary of Egypt. Today’s readings are 2 Maccabees 3, Sirach 45-46, and Proverbs 24:10-12.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>As we read from Proverbs and Sirach, Fr. Mike points out how everything God has made is good, but we can use those things for evil ends. We also reach the conclusion of 1 Maccabees today. The readings are 1 Maccabees 16, Sirach 38-39, and Proverbs 23:29-35.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>20:32</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>As we begin to wrap up 1 Maccabees, Fr. Mike directs our attention to how 2 Maccabees will tell the same story in a different way. In Sirach, we are encouraged to know our own hearts, so that we can know our strengths, weaknesses, and where we might need healing. The readings are 1 Maccabees 15, Sirach 36-37, and Proverbs 23:26-28.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 295: Israel's Expectations (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike mirrors the story of 1 Maccabees and Israel’s expectations of continued success onto our own lives, emphasizing that God’s marvelous plan exceeds our expectations and what we think should happen next in our lives. He invites us to worship and give to the Lord with freedom and generosity in response to God’s sacrificial love for us. Today’s readings are 1 Maccabees 14, Sirach 34-35, and Proverbs 23:22-25.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 294: Judea Gains Independence (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 324: The Name of Jesus (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike focuses on the theme of disciplining children, reflected in our readings from Sirach and Proverbs today. He clarifies that there is a crucial difference between discipline and destruction, and emphasizes that disciplining children should always be grounded in love and oriented towards their success in the future. Today's readings 1 Maccabees 12, Sirach 30-31, and Proverbs 23:13-16.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 286: The Battle to Choose God (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 284: Near Occasion of Sin (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike clarifies the meaning behind Mattathias' zealous attack against the Greeks and his fellow Jews who were not obeying God's laws. From our reading of Sirach, Fr. Mike reminds us to remember the needs of the poor, and to be careful when forming friendships. Today's readings are 1 Maccabees 2, Sirach 4-6, and Proverbs 22:1-4.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike summarizes the final moments of the book of Nehemiah, when Nehemiah returns to find the people of Israel being unfaithful to God’s commandments and marrying foreign wives. Fr. Mike connects this to our lives, as we too often confuse God’s unending love for us to mean that he always wants what we want.Today’s readings are Nehemiah 13, Malachi 1-4, and Proverbs 21: 25-28. </itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike concludes the book of Esther and the book of Nehemiah by reflecting on the journey and resilience of the Jewish people thus far in the story of salvation.Fr. Mike explains how, in our lives, we don’t always know how God is going to show up, but we know that he will be faithful. Today’s readings are Nehemiah 12, Esther 9-11, and Proverbs 21:21-24.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 269: The Day of Small Things (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike encourages us not to be discouraged about the small things happening in our lives, because just as we see through Zechariah's visions, God takes small things and turns them into great triumphs. He also touches on the dedication of Israel to rebuild the temple, and the connection between the crowing of Joshua and the crowning of Christ the King. Today's readings are Ezra 5-6, Zechariah 4-6, and Proverbs 20:8-11.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike introduces us to the books of Ezra and Haggai, explaining the Israelites' return to the promised land. He also warns us against apathy and indifference in our relationship with God, as we see Israel display towards the temple. Today's readings are Ezra 1-2, Haggai 1-2, and Proverbs 20:1-3.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 266: Son of the Father (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike explains sins of omission, and how these are some of the biggest deciding factors of who goes to heaven and who goes to hell: whether or not we did good works God called us to. He also reminds us that not all of the New Testament parables are universally relevant, recalling the parable of the talents and the parable of the wise and foolish maidens. Today's readings are Matthew 25-26 and Proverbs 19:21-24.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>As we read about the many miracles Jesus performs in today's readings from Matthew, Fr. Mike asserts the objective reality of those miracles and reinforces that Jesus is truly the Son of God who has power over matter. We learn that in Jesus, we too can do things that we could never do on our own. Today's readings are Matthew 14-17, and Proverbs 19:9-12.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 260: Carrying the Cross (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike reinforces Jesus' divinity as we read about how Jesus heals people physically, mentally, and spiritually and frees them from the enemy's kingdom of darkness. Fr. Mike also encourages us to not be afraid when we experience persecution and division for the sake of Christ, but to rather courageously carry the Cross. </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>25:58</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike reads the Sermon on the Mount and explains how Jesus' teachings powerfully fulfill the old testament law, and identify the broken human heart as the source of our sinful actions. We learn that Jesus himself is the remedy to our sins, and that the secret to holiness is living in the perfect will of God. Today's readings are Matthew 5-7, and Proverbs 18:21-24.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>27:21</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 258: The Kingdom Is Here (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike introduces us to the Gospel of Matthew, including his genealogy, nativity, and the first days of his ministry. He pulls it all together to show that not only is Jesus reconstituting the kingdom in his ministry, but he's inviting us to join him in this kingdom. Today’s readings are Matthew 1-4, and Proverbs 18:17-20.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>24:35</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike encourages us to never stop talking to God, even in the hardest seasons of our lives. Much like yesterday's readings, we're seeing a lot of pain and suffering the lives of our brothers and sisters, but we still have so much to hope for. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 51, Lamentations 4-5, and Proverbs 18:9-12.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>26:07</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 255: God Is Good (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike guides us through another chapter of Jeremiah and connects it to the sorrow and pain we hear in Lamentations. He reminds us that, even with such evil and desperation filing the world these days, God is still good, and we still have reason to hope in him. Today's readings are Jeremiah 49-50, Lamentations 3, and Proverbs 18:5-8.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>29:25</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 254: Judgment of Nations (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike continues reading from the book of Jeremiah and emphasizes God’s judgment against the nations surrounding Israel. Fr. Mike also invites us to meditate on the words of the prophets and repent for our own failures and shortcomings. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 47-48, Lamentations 2, and Proverbs 18:1-4.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>21:17</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>As Fr. Mike begins the book of Lamentations, we read about Jeremiah’s sorrow as he witnesses the siege and suffering of Jerusalem. In the book of Jeremiah, we hear a word of comfort from the Lord to Baruch. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 45-46, Lamentations 1, and Proverbs 17:21-28.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>24:17</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>25:33</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike expands on our reading today from Proverbs about the need to guard our speech toward one another. In Jeremiah, we see the final wave of destruction of Jerusalem and the events that followed. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 39-40, Judith 10-11, and Proverbs 17:9-12.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike highlights the wisdom and faith of Judith, heroine of the Old Testament, and shows us how her prayer in not just a prayer of intercession, but also one of praise. The readings are Jeremiah 37-38, Judith 8-9, and Proverbs 17:5-8.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>29:27</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike points out how, like King Jehoiakim, we too can dismiss God's teachings instead of letting them cut into our hearts. The readings are Jeremiah 35-36, Judith 6-7, and Proverbs 17:1-4.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 245: The Faithfulness of Daniel (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:duration>21:41</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 244: Susanna's Righteousness (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike reflects on the story of Susanna's righteousness in the book of Daniel. While celebrating Susanna's virtue, Daniel's wisdom, and God's faithfulness, Fr. Mike also warns us that, like the corrupt elders in the story, we too can allow our hearts to become perverted by the things we fix our eyes on. The readings are Jeremiah 30, Daniel 12-13, and Proverbs 16:17-20.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>26:35</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 243: The Lord's Plans (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike highlights verse 11 from Jeremiah 29: "I know the plans I have for you...plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." Since we know God is a good Father, we too can count on this promise and know that God has a plan for each of us. The reading are Jeremiah 28-29, Daniel 10-11, and Proverbs 16:13-16.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>33:08</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 242: The Role of King Nebuchadnezzar (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike explains why God asks his people to surrender to King Nebuchadnezzar even though it seems contradicting. We learn that God can use evil circumstances to win the hearts of his people back. In Daniel, as we read about the vision of the ram and the goat, Fr. Mike reminds us that prophecy is always shrouded in mystery. Today we read Jeremiah 26-27, Daniel 8-9, and Proverbs 16:9-12.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>28:11</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike walks us through the fall of Jerusalem, and the intense lament of Jeremiah as he watches the people of Israel fall into captivity. He also introduces us to the Prophet Daniel, and his incredible gift of discerning dreams and proclaiming God's Word. Today's readings are Jeremiah 20-21, Daniel 1-2, and Proverbs 15:25-28.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>26:56</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike teaches us about recognizing our limitations especially when trying to compete with God. We also see how the Lord listens to Jeremiah’s complaints and responds to him in a peculiar but hopeful way. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 12-13, Ezekiel 41-42, and Proverbs 15:9-12.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>22:50</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 231: The Valley of Dry Bones (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike explains the significance behind the mention of bones in Jeremiah and Ezekiel.  In Jeremiah, we learn that the bones of God's people are scattered because of their worship of false gods. In Ezekiel, we see the prophet prophesy over the valley of dry bones and the Lord’s Spirit restoring and moving within them. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 8, Ezekiel 37-38, and Proverbs 14:33-35.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Reflecting on the stubbornness of the Israelites' hearts from today's readings, Fr. Mike teaches us that we cannot always trust our imperfect hearts, because they are not always aligned God's law and will, and they can often lead us into false worship. However, we can rely on God who promises to give us a new heart so that we can do what we ought. Today's readings are Jeremiah 7, Ezekiel 36, and Proverbs 14:29-32.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 229: Shepherds of Israel (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike explains the beautiful connections between all of our readings today. He emphasizes how good shepherds are willing to face the truth, and also sacrifice for their sheep, like Jesus who laid down his life for us. In our reading of Jeremiah, Fr. Mike also explains that the experience of shame points to the reality that there is something good within us that ought not to be violated. Today we read Jeremiah 6, Ezekiel 34-35, and Proverbs 14:25-28.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 228: The Watchman's Duty (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike expands on Ezekiel 33 and emphasizes that the role of a prophet, is to be God's watchman and speak whatever it is God wants to be spoken.  He stresses the reality that those who are teachers and leaders, who shape and form the consciences of others, have the responsibility to speak the truth even when it's hard. Today's readings are Jeremiah 5, Ezekiel 33, and Proverbs 14:21-24.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 227: The Towering Cedar</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike highlights the people of Israel's flaw in trusting in the strength and power of Egypt, not realizing that although Egypt is like a towering cedar tree, the nation will eventually collapse. Fr. Mike also points out Jeremiah's vehement message to Israel to brace themselves for God's judgment. Today we read Jeremiah 4, Ezekiel 31-32, and Proverbs 14:17-20.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 226: Unfaithful Israel (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike points out that the prophecy from Isaiah 61 is fulfilled by Jesus (as described in Luke 4). In Ezekiel, Fr. Mike draws our attention to the importance of the Sabbath as the sign of the covenant with God. The readings are Isaiah 61-62, Ezekiel 20, and Proverbs 13:13-16.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>24:35</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike points out that separation from God is not due to a lack of power or love on God's part, but is a consequence of our willful refusal to follow Him. He also highlights that despite our unfaithfulness, God always has a plan for reconciliation. The readings are Isaiah 59-60, Ezekiel 19, and Proverbs 13:9-12.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>20:50</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike reflects on some of the ways that people turn away from God, including: worshipping idols, fasting for selfish reasons, and not honoring the sabbath. He also highlights the passage from Ezekiel 18 that tells us that each person will be judged by their own actions, and not by those of their parents or children. The readings are Isaiah 57-58, Ezekiel 17-18, and Proverbs 13:5-8.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 217: The Everlasting Covenant (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike highlights the rich text in Isaiah 55 and 56 which reveals that the house of the Lord will not only be for the chosen people, but for all people. We also hear the story of how God mercifully restores Israel who is like an unfaithful bride. Today’s readings are Isaiah 55-56, Ezekiel 16, and Proverbs 13:1-4.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 216: The Suffering Servant (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike marvels at the beauty of Isaiah 53, which reveals that Jesus is the Lord's suffering servant and also zeroes in on Ezekiel 15, which reminds us that without God we are like a useless vine that bears no fruit. Today we read Isaiah 53-54, Ezekiel 14-15, and Proverbs 12:25-28.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 213: The Redeemer (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike touches upon the prophecy of judgment against Babylon and Israel, and how God still promises to be Israel's redeemer despite their disobedience.  We also read about Ezekiel's vision of the temple and how the markings on the foreheads of the Israelites symbolizes the mourning of true worship, and also foreshadows Jesus' death on the Cross. Today we read Isaiah 47-48, Ezekiel 8-9, and Proverbs 12:13-16.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike emphasizes our title as children of God as we read about the tragedy of the Babylonian exile. Even in our lowest moments, God wants us to know that he has called us each by name and has called us his, because a good Father does not abandon his children. Today's readings are Isaiah 43-44, Ezekiel 4-5, and Proverbs 12:5-8.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>23:08</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike emphasizes our title as children of God as we read about the tragedy of the Babylonian exile. Even in our lowest moments, God wants us to know that he has called us each by name and has called us his, because a good Father does not abandon his children. Today&#39;s readings are Isaiah 43-44, Ezekiel 4-5, and Proverbs 12:5-8.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike compares the messages of Isaiah and Ezekiel, one coming from a pre-exile time and the other from a post-exile time. Even though they are coming from two very different points in salvation history, they both are persistent in speaking the Word of God, and sharing his consolation with the people of Israel. Today's readings are Isaiah 41-42, Ezekiel 2-3, and Proverbs 12:1-4.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>27:11</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 209: God Comforts His People (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:duration>23:03</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike explains the three ways the people are tempted to turn away from God while in exile: by not worshipping God the way He has asked, by worshipping false idols, and by being superstitious and fearful of false gods. Today's readings are Isaiah 37-38, Baruch 5-6, and Proverbs 11:25-28.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>25:36</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>25:12</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike breaks down God's incredible promise of redemption to Zion and reminds us that God always wants to fight for us, so that our shame may be turned into glory. Today's readings are Isaiah 30-31, Zephaniah 3, and Proverbs 11:13-16.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>26:55</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>As we begin reading the Book of Zephaniah, Fr. Mike draws our attention to the first five accusations Zephaniah declares against the people of Judah: idolatry, lack of prayer, poor leadership, superstitions, and lack of belief in God's judgment. Today we read Isaiah 28-29, Zephaniah 1-2, and Proverbs 11:9-12.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike points out God's remarkable promise of deliverance to Israel even in the midst of their captivity and apparent hopelessness. Even when we don't see God working in our lives, we rejoice in God because we trust and hope in his promise of salvation.  Today's readings are Isaiah 25-27, Habakkuk 3, and Proverbs 11:5-8.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>18:50</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike celebrates Day 200 of our journey by highlighting the relationship between Egypt, Assyria, and Israel according to the Lord's plan. We have a God who died for his enemies to make them his friends, and we see that foreshadowed in Isaiah, concerning the horrific acts of Assyria and Egypt. Today's readings are Isaiah 18-20, Nahum 1-2, and Proverbs 10:25-28.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>21:50</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike celebrates Day 200 of our journey by highlighting the relationship between Egypt, Assyria, and Israel according to the Lord&#39;s plan. We have a God who died for his enemies to make them his friends, and we see that foreshadowed in Isaiah, concerning the horrific acts of Assyria and Egypt. Today&#39;s readings are Isaiah 18-20, Nahum 1-2, and Proverbs 10:25-28.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 199: Times for War (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike explains why Joel would say there are certain times for war, even within God's plan. In a broken world, we are sometimes called to fight the brokenness around us, but we must believe that God is allowing this not because he likes war, but because something better will come in its place. Today's readings are Isaiah 16-17, Joel 3, and Proverbs 10:21-24.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>18:57</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 198: The Day of the Lord (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike introduces us to the prophet Joel and the unique timing of his ministry in the midst of tragedy. He also touches on the prophecy concerning Lucifer and St. Michael the Archangel, and how the two are directly contrasted to show the glory of God. Today's readings are Isaiah 14-15, Joel 1-2, and Proverbs 10:17-20.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>26:13</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 197: Woe and Consolation (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike reveals yet another prophetic message that points towards the coming of Christ, explaining why the Book of Isaiah is often called the Book of Woe and the Book of Consolation. He also touches on the powerful prayer we hear as we end our journey with Tobit. Today's readings are Isaiah 11-13, Tobit 13-14, and Proverbs 10:13-16.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>23:24</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 196: The Destruction of Israel (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:duration>26:22</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike highlights the purity of Tobias and Sarah's love and the power of their prayer as a married couple. Today we read Isaiah 7-8, Tobit 7-9, and Proverbs 10:5-8.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike highlights the purity of Tobias and Sarah&#39;s love and the power of their prayer as a married couple. Today we read Isaiah 7-8, Tobit 7-9, and Proverbs 10:5-8.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 194: Holy Is the Lord (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike zeroes in on Isaiah 5-6 today.  He emphasizes the literary masterpiece of the parable of the vineyard in Isaiah 5 and how it represents the story of Israel. He also shows us how Isaiah 6 is full of rich symbolism that points to the sacred realities of the Mass. We are reminded that God is truly holy and deserving of our praise. Today's readings are Isaiah 5-6, Tobit 5-6, and Proverbs 10:1-4.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 193: The Book of Tobit (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Fr. Mike focuses on the book of Tobit today and explains why this beautiful book is missing from non-Catholic Bibles. He dives into the history behind the arrangement of the Bible and why the Catholic Bible includes 73 books. Today's readings are Isaiah 3-4, Tobit 3-4, and Proverbs 9:13-18.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>24:48</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 192: The Prophet Isaiah (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Today, we begin reading the book of the prophet Isaiah and the book of Tobit! Fr. Mike helps us understand the historical context of Isaiah's ministry to Judah and the themes of condemnation and consolation in his writings. As we enter the book of Tobit, Fr. Mike emphasizes Tobit's virtuous character. Today we read Isaiah 1-2, Tobit 1-2, and Proverbs 9:7-12.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>26:54</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>18:27</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>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 Book of the Law to Israel, he's given the Bible to us to continue following him faithfully. Today's readings are 2 Kings 22, 2 Chronicles 33, and Proverbs 7.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>18:07</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>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 time on this earth, and it's up to us to use that time to become more like Christ so we can spend eternity with him in heaven. Today's readings are 2 Kings 21, 2 Chronicles 32, and Psalm 145.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 185: Hezekiah's Prayer (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>"Welcome to the Exile period! Jeff Cavins joins Fr. Mike to introduce the eighth biblical period, which covers the fall of the Southern Kingdom, Judah, and its exile into Babylon. They explain how the physical exile of Judah was representative of their spiritual realities, and ultimately oriented towards the healing and restoration of their unfaithfulness. We also learn about the role of prophets in this period. </itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 182: The Inescapable God (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>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. We are also introduced to the prophet Micah, who is all about judgment and hope, and we read one of Fr. Mike's favorite psalms. Today's readings are 2 Kings 16, Micah 1-4, and Psalm 139.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 181: Jonah and the Whale (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:duration>26:28</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>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 Psalm 138.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>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 Psalm 138.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:subtitle>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 counting the minutes until they could do whatever they wanted. Fr. Mike points out that if we don't give our hearts and minds to God, we won't be able to stand heaven, where prayer and praise are everlasting. The readings are 2 Kings 13-14, Amos 7-9, and Psalm 124.</itunes:subtitle>
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      <description>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 counting the minutes until they could do whatever they wanted. Fr. Mike points out that if we don't give our hearts and minds to God, we won't be able to stand heaven, where prayer and praise are everlasting. The readings are 2 Kings 13-14, Amos 7-9, and Psalm 124.
 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. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>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 counting the minutes until they could do whatever they wanted. Fr. Mike points out that if we don&#39;t give our hearts and minds to God, we won&#39;t be able to stand heaven, where prayer and praise are everlasting. The readings are 2 Kings 13-14, Amos 7-9, and Psalm 124.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>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 counting the minutes until they could do whatever they wanted. Fr. Mike points out that if we don&#39;t give our hearts and minds to God, we won&#39;t be able to stand heaven, where prayer and praise are everlasting. The readings are 2 Kings 13-14, Amos 7-9, and Psalm 124.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 179: Blinded by Comfort (2025)</title>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Fr. Mike points out how Amos&#39; warning against being overly preoccupied with comfort and thus blinded to the needs of others can be especially relevant to us today. The readings are 2 Kings 11-12, Amos 4-6, and Psalm 122.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 178: Called Back (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>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 is trying to call people back to the Lord before it is too late. The readings for today are 2 Kings 10, Amos 1-3, and Psalm 110.</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:duration>22:59</itunes:duration>
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 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. 
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        <![CDATA[<p>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 is trying to call people back to the Lord before it is too late. The readings for today are 2 Kings 10, Amos 1-3, and Psalm 110.</p>

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

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Day 177: Return, O Israel (2025)</title>
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      <itunes:subtitle>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 journey through our readings, we will begin to see the words of the prophets come to fruition as those who return to the Lord in faith will experience his undying love and forgiveness, despite their unfaithfulness. Today's readings are 2 Kings 9, Hosea 11-14, and Psalm 109.</itunes:subtitle>
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 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. 
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 <p>For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.</p>

 <p>Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>]]>
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 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. 
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