logo
episode-header-image
Apr 2025
21m 35s

Day 108: Saul's Vanity (2025)

ASCENSION
About this episode

Fr. Mike highlights Saul's brokenness and vanity as he makes an unlawful sacrifice and a rash oath in order to save Israel in the midst of war. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 13-14, and Psalm 58.

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.

Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Up next
Today
Day 296: Know Your Heart (2026)
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 ... Show More
19m 39s
Yesterday
Day 295: Israel's Expectations (2026)
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 freedo ... Show More
20m 58s
Oct 21
Day 294: Judea Gains Independence (2026)
In our reading of 1 Maccabees today, Fr. Mike highlights the the establishment of the new independent sovereign nation of Israel in the land of Judah. We learn how Simon takes command and enforces the law all around the land. Fr. Mike reminds us that even today, Christians are go ... Show More
20m 43s
Recommended Episodes
Jan 2023
Naked Bible 458: 1 Samuel 13-14
<p>In 1 Samuel 13-14 Saul throws away the Lord’s dynastic blessing by usurping priestly duties (that is, performing an unlawful sacrifice). Saul’s leadership become more erratic as God’s rejection of Saul has begun, this time putting the life of his own son, Jonathan, in jeopardy ... Show More
1h 4m
Sep 2025
2Sam 11: David's Great Sin*
There is a content warning on tonight's episode for many inappropriate things that David does. Welcome to Bible Bedtime. Tonight I will read 1 Cor. After that, I will read from the Psalms and finish with the Lord’s Prayer and my own prayer of dedication.Our email is BibleBedtimeP ... Show More
24m 39s
Mar 2020
A Man After God’s Own Heart
<p>Our first reading for this weekend gives us a glimpse of one of the most powerful texts in the Bible—indeed, one of the truly great literary works that has come down to us from the ancient world. I’m talking about the story that we refer to as first and second Samuel. At the h ... Show More
14m 6s
Dec 2023
The Sinful Origin of the Son of David
tail spinning
45m 39s
Dec 2023
There’s Triumph In Trying Again // End in Triumph: Damaged But Not Destroyed (Part 11) // Michael Todd
Trauma wants to steal your ‘try,’ but there’s triumph in trying. On this Crazy Faith Offering Sunday, Pastor Mike ignites our faith to walk in obedience even when it feels crazy. We dived into the story of Naaman, who had leprosy and received instructions for his healing that see ... Show More
1h 26m
Oct 2024
God's Work in Others
<p>This week Fr. Michael talks about some of the hidden sacrifices of parents. Fr. Michael talks about the hermeneutics of moms and dads with two separate stories of parents he knows who are living out their ordinary vocation.<br/><br/>There&apos;s also a mini-topic this week tal ... Show More
1h 5m
Oct 2022
Naked Bible 447: 1 Samuel 1:1-2:11
<p>The story of Hannah’s barrenness and faithful prayer to Yahweh for a child is well known to Bible readers. Yet there is much more to the story and her prayer than meets the eye. In this episode of the podcast we look at how this portion of 1 Samuel connects to the wider Old Te ... Show More
40m 37s
Apr 2025
The Beauty God Looks For | Historical Books | 1 Samuel 16:1-13
Are you body-obsessed? Have you been trained to believe that your body is ugly? How does God measure a person's worth? In today's episode, Patrick shares how 1 Samuel 16:1-13 reminds us that people look at outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. If you're listening ... Show More
13m 29s
Apr 2025
The Day the Music Delivered | Historical Books | 1 Samuel 16:14-23
Why did God send a spirit to torment Saul? What is the purpose of David's musical talent? How is God at work through King David? In today's episode, Jeff shares how 1 Samuel 16:14-23 points to the true anointed King, Jesus. If you're listening on Spotify, comment below one takea ... Show More
10m 50s
Listen to millions of songs and podcasts on Anghami