When Religion Becomes Selfish

Being cleansed by Christ isn’t just about what we’ve been saved from—it’s about what we’re now called to. In this episode, we explore how genuine salvation produces something unmistakable: a sincere, fervent love for others. Walking through 1 Peter 1:22–25, we see that God’s Word ...  عرض المزيد

God’s judgment is never meaningless. In Isaiah 1:24-27, we see that God’s discipline has a purpose—to remove what is impure and restore what has been broken. While sin deserves judgment, God desires redemption. His refining fire is not meant to destroy His people but to make them ...  عرض المزيد

Disciples learn about prayer, Beelzebub, and hypocrisy. 

Fr. Mike emphasizes that following Jesus as his disciples requires remarkable humility, faith, purity of heart, and courage. Today's readings are Mark 7-8 and Psalm 23. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult the ...  عرض المزيد

Fr. Mike emphasizes that following Jesus as his disciples requires remarkable humility, faith, purity of heart, and courage. Today's readings are Mark 7-8 and Psalm 23. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult the ...  عرض المزيد

Fr. Mike reflects on the prayer of Jesus before his sacrifice, where he not only prays for all his disciples but for us as well. We also dive into Christ's trial with Pilate, and how the actions of the Jews are much like ours today. Today's readings are John 16-18 and Proverbs 6: ...  عرض المزيد