Day 108: Saul's Vanity (2026)

About this episode

Fr. Mike discusses Saul's brokenness and vanity through his unlawful actions during a time of war.

Fr. Mike highlights Saul's brokenness and vanity as he makes an unlawful sacrifice and a rash oath in order to save Israel in the midst of war. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 13-14, and Psalm 58. 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. Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

People in this episode

Host: Fr. Mike Schmitz

Topics covered

• Saul's vanity
• unlawful sacrifice
• rash oath
• brokenness
• Israel
• war
• Bible readings

Keywords

• Saul
• vanity
• sacrifice
• oath
• Israel
• 1 Samuel
• Psalm 58
• Fr. Mike Schmitz

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Bible, 1 Samuel 13-14, Psalm 58

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