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Day 234: Freedom and Responsibility (2026)

The Catechism gives us an overview of what it means for humans to have freedom, as well as some of the ramifications of that freedom. It introduces us to the countercultural notion that true freedom is to choose the good—the “freedom” to choose evil is merely the abuse of freedom ... Show More

16m 2s

Yesterday

Day 233: The Beatitudes (2026)

“The Beatitudes are at the heart of Jesus’ preaching,” the Catechism tells us. Jesus’ proclamation in Chapter 5 of the Gospel of Matthew purifies our hearts, sets a standard for earthly discernment, and directs our actions towards heaven. Fr. Mike invites us to choose God’s ways ... Show More

19m 40s

Aug 20

Day 232: Man Is Made in the Image of God (2026)

We enter a new chapter examining the dignity of the human person, and Article 1 shows us that we have dignity because we are made in the image and likeness of God. We preserve that dignity when we exercise virtue and charity, and we do violence to it when we commit sin and evil a ... Show More

19m 46s

Dec 2022

Day 356: God Is Love (2022)

Today Fr. Mike reminds us that God created us out of love, for love. Fr. Mike also points out where the Catholic Church draws her doctrine on the difference between mortal and venial sin, as well as what St. Paul means when he teaches that there is only "one mediator" between God ... Show More

25m 19s

Dec 2023

Day 356: God Is Love (2023)

Today Fr. Mike reminds us that God created us out of love, for love. Fr. Mike also points out where the Catholic Church draws her doctrine on the difference between mortal and venial sin, as well as what St. Paul means when he teaches that there is only "one mediator" between God ... Show More

25m 19s

Dec 2022

Day 357: Truth and Love (2022)

Fr. Mike emphasizes that Christian love isn't just about feelings—it's about living in God's truth by obeying his commandments. Fr. Mike also explains the context for St. Paul's words to St. Timothy about asceticism and caring for widows, and he ends today's reflection by encoura ... Show More

21m 11s

Mar 2022

Who is God?

<p>Friends, on this Third Sunday of Lent, we have the privilege of reading one of the most important texts in the Bible: God addressing Moses from the burning bush. In this passage, the true God manifests his own identity: he is closer to you than you are to yourself, yet higher ... Show More

16m 23s

Dec 2022

Day 354: Partakers of the Divine Nature (2022)

Fr. Mike reflects on the powerful reality that the sacrament of Baptism makes us partakers of God's Divine nature, fundamentally changing us into beloved sons and daughters of God the Father. He also highlights how the second coming of Christ will come like a thief in the night, ... Show More

22 m

Apr 2023

Am I a "Good Person?"

Today, Fr. Mike drops some truth bombs. God does not merely tolerate you. He loves you with a ferocious and passionate love and he desires that you know and experience that love today.

11m 6s

Feb 2025

Day 48: God's Presence (2025)

Fr. Mike reflects on God's presence to his people, and how that makes his chosen people distinct. Today's readings are Exodus 33-34, Leviticus 24, and Psalm 80. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that ... Show More

24m 54s

Day 30: God Is Who Is (2025)