<p>Fr. Mike confronts the hard truth Jesus preaches in today&#39;s readings: Many people will ultimately choose hell over heaven. While this can be deeply distressing, Fr. Mike reminds us to focus on Jesus&#39;s directive to each one of us: &quot;[You] Strive to enter through the narrow gate.&quot; In the second part of today&#39;s commentary, Fr. Mike reflects on two of Jesus&#39; most well-known parables: the parable of the Lost Sheep and the parable of the Prodigal Son. Today&#39;s readings are Luke 13-16 and Proverbs 26:10-12. </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 href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension" rel="payment">Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)</a></p>

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

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Day 318: The Narrow Gate, the Lost Sheep, and the Prodigal Son (2024)

NOV 13, 202433 MIN
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Day 318: The Narrow Gate, the Lost Sheep, and the Prodigal Son (2024)

NOV 13, 202433 MIN

Description

Fr. Mike confronts the hard truth Jesus preaches in today's readings: Many people will ultimately choose hell over heaven. While this can be deeply distressing, Fr. Mike reminds us to focus on Jesus's directive to each one of us: "[You] Strive to enter through the narrow gate." In the second part of today's commentary, Fr. Mike reflects on two of Jesus' most well-known parables: the parable of the Lost Sheep and the parable of the Prodigal Son. Today's readings are Luke 13-16 and Proverbs 26:10-12.

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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