Salvation History and the Bible
The Bible can seem intimidating to just pick and read from beginning to the end. However, there are fourteen narrative books of the Bible that tell the "story" of Salvation.
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Book of Bible (USCCB link) |
Salvation History Period |
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Early World Patriarchs |
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Egypt & Exodus |
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Desert Wanderings |
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Conquest & Judges |
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Conquest & Judges |
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Conquest & Judges Royal Kingdom |
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Royal Kingdom |
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Royal Kingdom Divided Kingdom |
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Divided Kingdom Exile |
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Return |
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Return |
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Macabean Revolt (Or Lost Years) |
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Messianic Fullfillments |
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The Church |
Based on Ascension Press Bible Timeline Chart
The Official 365 Day Reading Plan for The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Salvation History Timeline
Theme: The Color of the earth viewed from space
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Introduction to the Early World (with Jeff Cavins)
Audio-The Creation of the World - 1hr 19 min
Audio-The Early World - 1hr 14 min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: God’s Blood covenant with Abraham
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Audio-Abraham, Our Father - 1hr 18 min
Audio-The Patriarchs - 1hr 12 min
Introduction to the Patriarchs (with Jeff Cavins)
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: The Red Sea
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: The Color of the Desert
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: The green hills of Canaan
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Audio-The Rise of the Kingdom 1hr 18min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: Color of royalty
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
1 Chronicles
2 Chronicles
Psalms
Proverbs
Ecclesiastes
Song of Solomon
Audio-The Kingdom of David 1hr 18min
Audio-Wise King Solomon 1hr 17min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: Israel’s darkest period
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
2 Chronicles
Proverbs
Ecclesiastes
Song of Solomon
Tobit
Audio-The Divided Kingdom 1hr 17min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: Judah “singing the blues” in Bablyon
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Tobit
During the 70 year Exile
Ezekiel
Daniel
Baruch
Judith
Audio-Conquest and Exile 1hr 16min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: Judah returning home to brighter days
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Audio-A Remnant Returns 1hr 18min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: Fire in the oil lamps in the purified Temple
100 years between Old and New Testements
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
2 Maccabees
Sirach
Wisdom of Solomon
Audio-Revolt of the Maccabees 1hr 14min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: Gifts of the Magi
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Audio-The World of the New Testament 1hr 19min
Audio- The New Testament 1hr 19min
Audio-The Incarnation 1hr 19min
Audio-What Jesus Did 1hr 17 min
Audio-What Jesus Taught 1hr 19min
Audio-The Cup of Consummation 1hr 19min
Audio-The Resurrection 1hr 18min
Audio-Jesus Fulfills the Old Testament 1hr 14min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Theme: The spotless Bride of Christ
Timeline Books:
Other Books of the Bible during this timeline:
Revelation
Romans
1 Corinthians
2 Corinthians
Galatians
Ephesians
Philippians
Colossians
1 Thessalonians
2 Thessalonians
1 Timothy
2 Timothy
Titus
Philemon
Hebrews
James
1 Peter
2 Peter
1 John
2 John
3 John
Jude
Audio-The Birth of the Church 1hr 19min
Audio-Reaching Out to All Nations 1hr 19min
Audio-Paul, An Apostle 1hr 18min
Audio-The New Kingdom 1hr 19min
Audio-The Catholic Church in Scripture 1hr 17min
Audio-The End of History 1hr 19min
Audio content from Understanding the Scripture Podcast
Bible in a Year podcast
Fr. Mike compares the messages of Isaiah and Ezekiel, one coming from a pre-exile time and the other from a post-exile time. Even though they are coming from two very different points in salvation history, they both are persistent in speaking the Word of God, and sharing his consolation with the people of Israel. Today's readings are Isaiah 41-42, Ezekiel 2-3, and Proverbs 12:1-4.
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Fr. Mike brings us into the book of Consolation as we continue through Isaiah, and learn about how God never fails to comfort his people, even in the worst of times. He also introduces us to the Prophet Ezekiel, as we read about God accompanying his people into exile, even after their unfaithfulness.Today's readings are Isaiah 39-40, Ezekiel 1, and Proverbs 11:29-31.
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Fr. Mike explains the three ways the people are tempted to turn away from God while in exile: by not worshipping God the way He has asked, by worshipping false idols, and by being superstitious and fearful of false gods. Today's reading are Isaiah 37-38, Baruch 5-6, and Proverbs 11:25-28.
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Fr. Mike points out the passages that highlight the coming of God, and asks us to reflect on whether our response is hope and excitement, or fear and dread. Today's readings are Isaiah 34-36, Baruch 3-4, and Proverbs 11:21-24.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
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Fr. Mike explains the context of the book of Baruch, and also highlights Isaiah's warning against complacency and how God's justice applies to everyone, even those who don't believe in Him. The readings are Isaiah 32-33, Baruch 1-2, and Proverbs 11:17-20.
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.
