If all Israel was a “kingdom of priests”, why do we have a ministerial priesthood in the Catholic Church? Plus: A fun Q&A mailbag question about angels.

If all Israel was a &ldquo;kingdom of priests&rdquo;, why do we have a ministerial priesthood in the Catholic Church? Plus: A fun Q&amp;A mailbag question about angels.

A Kingdom of Priests 

God is about to reveal his 10 Commandments to Moses on the holy Mountain. There is thunder, an earthquake, a dark cloud, and fire. A powerful trumpet blast. And all of these things reveal something about exactly who God is.

God is about to reveal his 10 Commandments to Moses on the holy Mountain. There is thunder, an earthquake, a dark cloud, and fire. A powerful trumpet blast. And all of these things reveal something about exactly who God is.

“Days of Thunder”

In the business world, they call it “key man risk”. If a CEO burns out or dies, the whole organization falls apart. That’s what’s happening with Moses: he’s trying to do the work of 10 men, and he’s falling into the devil’s trap of trying to be like God in all the wrong ways.

In the business world, they call it &ldquo;key man risk&rdquo;. If a CEO burns out or dies, the whole organization falls apart. That&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s happening with Moses: he&rsquo;s trying to do the work of 10 men, and he&rsquo;s falling into the devil&rsquo;s trap of trying to be like God in all the wrong ways.

“Key Man Risk”

After plagues and battles, what a relief to see the camp of Israel as a quiet place of family, fellowship, and ordinary life! We, too, must find God in the middle of everyday life...or we’ll never find him at all.

After plagues and battles, what a relief to see the camp of Israel as a quiet place of family, fellowship, and ordinary life! We, too, must find God in the middle of everyday life...or we&rsquo;ll never find him at all.

Exodus: Family, Friendship, and Faith

Grumblers want to pass judgment on Moses and stone him to death. Speaking of rocks, God tells Moses to strike a rock. Water pours out for God’s people to drink. St Paul later said, “the rock was Christ”. But what does that mean? Let’s rock and roll!

Grumblers want to pass judgment on Moses and stone him to death. Speaking of rocks, God tells Moses to strike a rock. Water pours out for God&rsquo;s people to drink. St Paul later said, &ldquo;the rock was Christ&rdquo;. But what does that mean? Let&rsquo;s rock and roll!

Rock and Roll

Have you ever had the experience of failing a test and having to take it over again? In Exodus 17, we see that God sometimes has to “re-test” his children again and again, before they can graduate to the next stage of the spiritual life.

Have you ever had the experience of failing a test and having to take it over again? In Exodus 17, we see that God sometimes has to &ldquo;re-test&rdquo; his children again and again, before they can graduate to the next stage of the spiritual life.

Re-Testing

Cale shows how the manna given to the Israelites in Exodus foreshadows the new and far greater “manna” given by Jesus: the Eucharist.

Cale shows how the manna given to the Israelites in Exodus foreshadows the new and far greater &ldquo;manna&rdquo; given by Jesus: the Eucharist.

“The Bread I Will Give Is My Flesh”

The wilderness was like going to Oxford, Cambridge, or Harvard: a graduate education in the inner life. Test after test from God. This time? It’s hunger. God responds with the Manna and Quail. Will the Israelites learn the lesson that you can’t stockpile grace? It’s doled out daily, on demand, just in time...it’s the “Manna Mentality”.

The wilderness was like going to Oxford, Cambridge, or Harvard: a graduate education in the inner life. Test after test from God. This time? It&rsquo;s hunger. God responds with the Manna and Quail. Will the Israelites learn the lesson that you can&rsquo;t stockpile grace? It&rsquo;s doled out daily, on demand, just in time...it&rsquo;s the &ldquo;Manna Mentality&rdquo;.

The Manna Mentality

The parched Israelites attempt to drink the desert waters at Marah, but they prove bitter and brackish. God gives a miraculous tree to make the bitter water sweet. Likewise, the Cross of Jesus Christ makes the bitterness of life endurable—and even sweet—as we share in his sufferings.

The parched Israelites attempt to drink the desert waters at Marah, but they prove bitter and brackish. God gives a miraculous tree to make the bitter water sweet. Likewise, the Cross of Jesus Christ makes the bitterness of life endurable&mdash;and even sweet&mdash;as we share in his sufferings.

Bittersweet

Women helped save Moses throughout his life, including his sister Miriam. In the same way, another Miriam—Mary—is there at the key moments of salvation wrought by the new Moses, Jesus Christ.

Women helped save Moses throughout his life, including his sister Miriam. In the same way, another Miriam&mdash;Mary&mdash;is there at the key moments of salvation wrought by the new Moses, Jesus Christ.

Moses: Blessed Among Women!

The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke is a 30-minute show delving into the teachings of the Catholic faith. Cale looks at the Scriptures, the Catechism, and Sacred Tradition to present you with an in-depth look at what the Catholic Church believes. In listening to this show, you will not only gain a deeper understanding of the faith, but will be inspired and equipped to share it with others – family, friends, and those you encounter in your everyday life.

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This is the first episode in the new series, “Unlocking the Book of Revelation”. In this episode Cale explains one of the keys to better understanding this book in Sacred Scripture and gives an in-depth look at the historical context in which St. John wrote it.

This is the first episode in the new series, &#8220;Unlocking the Book of Revelation&#8221;. In this episode Cale explains one of the keys to better understanding this book in Sacred Scripture and gives an in-depth look at the historical context in which St. John wrote it.

This is the first episode in the new series, “Unlocking the Book of Revelation”. In this episode Cale explains one of the keys to better understanding this book in Sacred Scripture and gives an in-depth look at the historical context in which St.

Setting the Stage: The Historical Backdrop of Revelation

What does the Book of Revelation in the Bible have to do with the Catholic Mass? Plus, did the end of the world already happen? It’s Day 2 into the new series “Unlocking the Book of Revelation”. Join Cale on this exciting journey through Scripture and learn how this mysterious text applies to your every day life.

What does the Book of Revelation in the Bible have to do with the Catholic Mass? Plus, did the end of the world already happen? It&#8217;s Day 2 into the new series &#8220;Unlocking the Book of Revelation&#8221;. Join Cale on this exciting journey through Scripture and learn how this mysterious text applies to your every day life.

What does the Book of Revelation in the Bible have to do with the Catholic Mass? Plus, did the end of the world already happen? It’s Day 2 into the new series “Unlocking the Book of Revelation”. Join Cale on this exciting journey through Scripture and ...

The Book of Revelation and the Catholic Mass

After looking at the historical and literary context in which the Book of Revelation was written, Cale begins to dig into the text itself, looking at Revelation 1:1-7. Right away, we see titles and images of Jesus that hearken back to the Old Testament, and we catch a glimpse of what is to come. We also see the importance of the priesthood that all baptized Catholics are called to take part in in the kingdom of God.

After looking at the historical and literary context in which the Book of Revelation was written, Cale begins to dig into the text itself, looking at Revelation 1:1-7. Right away, we see titles and images of Jesus that hearken back to the Old Testament, and we catch a glimpse of what is to come. We also see the importance of the priesthood that all baptized Catholics are called to take part in in the kingdom of God.

After looking at the historical and literary context in which the Book of Revelation was written, Cale begins to dig into the text itself, looking at Revelation 1:1-7. Right away, we see titles and images of Jesus that hearken back to the Old Testament...

A Kingdom and Priests to Serve God (Revelation 1:1-7)

What is “the Lord’s Day”? What are the ” seven golden lampstands”? How does the Book of Daniel shed light on the Book of Revelation? All this and more on today’s TFE.

What is &#8220;the Lord&#8217;s Day&#8221;? What are the &#8221; seven golden lampstands&#8221;? How does the Book of Daniel shed light on the Book of Revelation? All this and more on today&#8217;s TFE.

Christ the Light of the World (Revelation 1:8-13)

We see in Revelation an image of Jesus with eyes like fire, a sword issuing from His mouth, hair white as wool, and He is holding seven stars in His right hand. What does it all mean? Cale explains on this episode of TFE.

We see in Revelation an image of Jesus with eyes like fire, a sword issuing from His mouth, hair white as wool, and He is holding seven stars in His right hand. What does it all mean? Cale explains on this episode of TFE.

A Revealing Image of Jesus (Revelation 1:13-16)

Continuing through the Book of Revelation, we see today Jesus Himself address seven churches. In this episode we look at what Jesus says to the church in Ephesus — and what the Lord has to say to you, too.

Continuing through the Book of Revelation, we see today Jesus Himself address seven churches. In this episode we look at what Jesus says to the church in Ephesus &#8212; and what the Lord has to say to you, too.

The Letter to Ephesus (Revelation 1:17-2:4)

Who are the Nicolaitans? And why does the Lord commend the church in Ephesus for hating their practices? Plus, Cale gives an in-depth look at the city of Ephesus during the time this letter was written.

Who are the Nicolaitans? And why does the Lord commend the church in Ephesus for hating their practices? Plus, Cale gives an in-depth look at the city of Ephesus during the time this letter was written.

The Head, Heart, and Hands (Revelation 2:4-7)

In this letter, Jesus encourages the persecuted Church. Did you know that some of the early Christians were called Atheists by the Romans? Why? Plus, Cale shares the remarkable story of the martyrdom of Polycarp. And what is the “synagogue of Satan” referred to in the text? Continuing “Unlocking the Book of Revelation” series.

In this letter, Jesus encourages the persecuted Church. Did you know that some of the early Christians were called Atheists by the Romans? Why? Plus, Cale shares the remarkable story of the martyrdom of Polycarp. And what is the &#8220;synagogue of Satan&#8221; referred to in the text? Continuing &#8220;Unlocking the Book of Revelation&#8221; series.

In this letter, Jesus encourages the persecuted Church. Did you know that some of the early Christians were called Atheists by the Romans? Why? Plus, Cale shares the remarkable story of the martyrdom of Polycarp.

The Letter to the Church at Smyrna (Revelation 2:8-11)

Continuing the series “Unlocking the book of Revelation”, Cale addresses the ten days of persecution mentioned to Smyrna, as well as what is meant by “the crown of life”. He also discusses the letter to the Church in Pergamum and the importance of staying faithful to the teaching of Christ.

“And to the angel of the church in Per′gamum write: ‘The words of him who has the sharp two-edged sword.“‘I know where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is; you hold fast my name and you did not deny my faith even in the days of An′tipas my witness, my faithful one, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells.But I have a few things against you: you have some there who hold the teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to put a stumbling block before the sons of Israel, that they might eat food sacrificed to idols and practice immorality.So you also have some who hold the teaching of the Nicola′itans.Repent then. If not, I will come to you soon and war against them with the sword of my mouth. He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him who conquers I will give some of the hidden manna, and I will give him a white stone, with a new name written on the stone which no one knows except him who receives it.’” Revelation 2:12-17

Continuing the series &#8220;Unlocking the book of Revelation&#8221;, Cale addresses the ten days of persecution mentioned to Smyrna, as well as what is meant by &#8220;the crown of life&#8221;. He also discusses the letter to the Church in Pergamum and the importance of staying faithful to the teaching of Christ.
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“And to the angel of the church in Per′gamum write: ‘The words of him who has the sharp two-edged sword. “‘I know where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is; you hold fast my name and you did not deny my faith even in the days of An′tipas my witness, my faithful one, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells. But I have a few things against you: you have some there who hold the teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to put a stumbling block before the sons of Israel, that they might eat food sacrificed to idols and practice immorality. So you also have some who hold the teaching of the Nicola′itans. Repent then. If not, I will come to you soon and war against them with the sword of my mouth. He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him who conquers I will give some of the hidden manna, and I will give him a white stone, with a new name written on the stone which no one knows except him who receives it.’&#8221; Revelation 2:12-17
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Continuing the series “Unlocking the book of Revelation”, Cale addresses the ten days of persecution mentioned to Smyrna, as well as what is meant by “the crown of life”. He also discusses the letter to the Church in Pergamum and the importance of stay...

To the Church in Pergamum (Revelation 2:12-17 )

What is the “hidden manna” referred to in Revelation 2:17? And what is the “white stone”? Plus, the importance of remaining faithful to God even when faced with temptations and trials.

What is the &#8220;hidden manna&#8221; referred to in Revelation 2:17? And what is the &#8220;white stone&#8221;? Plus, the importance of remaining faithful to God even when faced with temptations and trials.

Remaining Faithful to God

Cale takes a deep dive into The Book of Revelation .

Cale takes a deep dive into The Book of Revelation .

The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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