Episode
Day 84: The Claim of Savior
15:00
Published: Sat Mar 25 2023
Description
Jesus' claim that he is the one true God and the world's savior was the stumbling block for many Jews. Fr. Mike explains why Jesus' invitation to the Jewish people to have faith in him was a challenging task. We learn that hardness of heart and unbelief led the Pharisees to a tragic misunderstanding of Jesus. We are also at risk of such error, and recognizing our hardness of heart can help us to grow in faith. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 587-594. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Chapters
In this episode of the Catechism in a Year, Father Mike Schmitz reads and reflects on paragraphs 587 to 594 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
00:00 - 01:07 (01:07)
Summary
In this episode of the Catechism in a Year, Father Mike Schmitz reads and reflects on paragraphs 587 to 594 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. He discusses Jesus' role in Israel's faith in the one God and savior.
EpisodeDay 84: The Claim of Savior
PodcastThe Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
The stumbling block for many when it came to Jesus was his claim to be the agent of redemption and salvation, the ability to forgive sins being the primary opposition they had to him.
01:07 - 05:20 (04:13)
Summary
The stumbling block for many when it came to Jesus was his claim to be the agent of redemption and salvation, the ability to forgive sins being the primary opposition they had to him.
EpisodeDay 84: The Claim of Savior
PodcastThe Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
The speaker highlights the 2000 years of evidence that supports the claim that Jesus is who he says he is, emphasizing that he does not seem detached from reality.
05:21 - 12:34 (07:13)
Summary
The speaker highlights the 2000 years of evidence that supports the claim that Jesus is who he says he is, emphasizing that he does not seem detached from reality. The article additionally points to the story in Mark chapter 2 as an example of Jesus' ability to forgive sins.
EpisodeDay 84: The Claim of Savior
PodcastThe Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
The speaker presents a prayer for his Jewish friends to come to know Jesus and for all of us to have our hearts softened and minds opened to receive Him.
12:34 - 14:54 (02:19)
Summary
The speaker presents a prayer for his Jewish friends to come to know Jesus and for all of us to have our hearts softened and minds opened to receive Him.