Key ideas from Mike Schmitz

• The Bible in a Year podcast has reached over 150 countries and remains the number one religious podcast globally five years after launch
• The podcast has hit number one in overall U.S. podcast charts multiple times, typically at the beginning of each year
• Listeners include people from countries where Christianity is illegal, using VPNs to access the content despite legal risks
• The podcast has facilitated conversions, including Muslims coming to faith in Jesus, fulfilling Father Mike's earlier prayer
• 2026 marks the fifth anniversary with new exclusive bonus commentary available only through the Ascension app for days 1-5
• Father Mike emphasizes the inexhaustible nature of scripture, encouraging listeners to restart the journey after completing it