About this episode

Fr. Mike discusses the contrast between insincere and true repentance as illustrated in the readings from Jeremiah and Judith.

Fr. Mike points out the difference between the insincere repentance of King Zedekiah and the people in Jerusalem, and the true repentance of the people in the Book of Judith. The readings are Jeremiah 33-34, Judith 3-5, and Proverbs 16:29-33. 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

• repentance
• Biblical readings
• Jeremiah
• Judith
• spirituality
• Christianity

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Book of Judith, Jeremiah, Proverbs

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