Day 201: Keys to the Kingdom (2022)

Day 201: Keys to the Kingdom (2022)

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Day 84: The Sun Stands Still (2026)

Fr. Mike offers us different ways we can interpret the miracle of the sun standing still in Joshua 10, and also reminds us that God always desires unity for us even though we often face war and division in this world. Today's readings are Joshua 10-11, and Psalm 128. For the comp ...  Show more

Day 83: The Gibeonite Trickery (2026)

Fr. Mike expands on the significance of establishing a covenant relationship, and how the trickery of the Gibeonites can represent the desire to enter into a relationship with God out of fear rather than out of love. Today's readings are Joshua 8-9, and Psalm 126. For the complet ...  Show more

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