Day 361: Judgment and Repentance (2024)Fr. Mike Schmitz in this episode of 'The Bible in a Year' explores the themes of divine judgment and repentance through Revelation chapters 8 to 11 and St. Paul's letter to Philemon. He discusses the stark contrast between the catastrophic visions of destruction and the personal letter advocating for the transformation of Onesimus from a runaway slave into a brother in Christ. The episode emphasizes God's patience and the call for believers to reflect on justice, brotherhood, and their role in salvation history amidst the dire warnings in Revelation.
- **The letter serves as an important theological argument against the acceptance of slavery as a norm within Christian doctrine, emphasizing that all are equal under God.**
- **Understanding Onesimus as a brother rather than a slave reflects a radical shift in perspective that is foundational to Christian living and community relationships.**
# Divine JudgmentThe concept of God's judgment as portrayed in Revelation, emphasizing repentance and moral accountability.
