Day 173: Confidence in God (2026)

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

On Day 173 of The Bible in a Year, Fr. Mike Schmitz explores 2 Kings 4, focusing on the story of the Shunammite woman and her miraculous son, highlighting God’s faithfulness and the importance of trusting in His promises even in times of despair.

Key takeaways

• God honors faith and perseverance, even when circumstances seem hopeless.
• The Shunammite woman’s persistent faith demonstrates how trust in God leads to miraculous outcomes.
• God’s timing is perfect, and He often works through human actions and prayers.

Transcript preview

My name is Father Mike Schmitz and you're listening to the Bible in a year podcast where we encounter God's voice and live life through the lens of scripture. The Bible in a year podcast is brought to you by Ascension.