The Jeff Cavins Show (Your Catholic Bible Study Podcast)

Jeff shares personal tips and scriptural truths to help you live as a modern-day disciple of Jesus Christ.

About the show

In his weekly Catholic Bible study podcast, Jeff shares faith tips and scripture truths to help you live as a modern-day disciple of Jesus Christ.

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Episodes

  • He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother

    November 15th, 2024  |  27 mins 42 secs
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    We are all brothers and sisters in the family of the Church. We are one. Jeff Cavins encourages us that even in a political climate that attempts to divide us, we need to maintain this unity in each other. Jesus is the only one who is able to heal our world, so let us remain in His love together.

  • Praying For Our Leaders

    November 8th, 2024  |  34 mins 9 secs
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    What can we do to make a difference in our political climate? Jeff Cavins points to scripture as he talks about why we should be praying for our leaders and those entrusted with the responsibility of keeping us safe. There is power in prayer. You can do your part by praying for the Lord to guide their decision making and to use them as instruments for good.

  • What the Lord Requires of You

    November 1st, 2024  |  31 mins 18 secs
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    Amidst the business of life, what does God require of us? Jeff Cavins looks to scripture to help us come back to the basics and focus on three things required of us according to Micah 6:8. We dive deeper into the meaning of justice, mercy, and humility and how we can apply these key principles to our daily lives.

  • Jesus and Radical Individualism (Rerun)

    October 25th, 2024  |  30 mins 34 secs
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    Is truth something that we each get to decide for ourselves? In this rerun episode, Jeff Cavins explains the difference between valuing the individual and the radical individualism that is still prevalent in our world today.

  • A Tribute to My Father

    October 18th, 2024  |  22 mins 18 secs
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    This episode is a tribute to Jeff Cavins’ late father, Robert E. Cavins, after his passing this week. Jeff reflects on his father's work ethic, faith, and family life as a devout husband and father. Robert had a profound impact on Jeff’s life and the lives of so many others.

  • 10 Ways To Refuel Your Optimism (Rerun)

    October 11th, 2024  |  29 mins 15 secs
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    This episode is a rerun from October 2020 with a message that remains relevant today. It can be tempting to lose hope and optimism in a chaotic and divisive world. Jeff Cavins offers 10 practical ways to ignite our optimism and keep our gaze fixed on the victory of Jesus Christ.

  • Avoiding Burnout

    October 4th, 2024  |  32 mins 3 secs
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    Burnout is an unfortunate reality for many of us. Jeff Cavins sheds light on what we can do when experiencing burnout and how we can avoid this cycle in the future. The key is found in a relationship with the Lord. By uniting ourselves to the Lord during our most challenging times, He will give us the strength and grace to persevere. Leave your burden at His feet.

  • We Need a Revival!

    September 27th, 2024  |  27 mins 55 secs
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    Our world is afflicted by conflict and suffering today. And where is the voice of the Church? Jeff Cavins recounts his experiences and the cultural shift that occurred during the Jesus Movement in the late 1960’s and early 1970s. These are the days of Elijah, and it is our turn to stand up and demonstrate the Gospel to this generation.

  • How to Read the Bible

    September 20th, 2024  |  35 mins 15 secs
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    Do you know how to read the Bible? The Bible can be very intimidating and for many, it isn’t immediately obvious how to go about reading and studying it. Jeff Cavins shares about some of his favorite resources for reading and studying the Bible, many of which he created!

  • How to Cast a FIshing Net

    September 13th, 2024  |  26 mins 56 secs
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    Did you know that you are in possession of a fishing net? Using Scripture, Jeff Cavins explains how each of us is in possession of a spiritual fishing net that we are called to use in pursuit of souls for Christ. Jeff also gives five points to remember when casting your net and walking with others who are seeking Christ.

  • Thoughts While Mowing the Lawn

    September 6th, 2024  |  21 mins 31 secs
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    Do you like mowing the lawn? Jeff Cavins does! In this episode, Jeff Cavins not only describes the joy he finds in mowing his lawn, but also offers some great ideas of things to think about while mowing the lawn or doing any other “humdrum” household task. Jeff claims that even the most regular tasks can be an opportunity for prayer and meditation.

  • Jesus, The Master Communicator (Part 2)

    August 30th, 2024  |  33 mins 24 secs
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    Is it challenging for you to start up a conversation with someone? It can take a lot of courage and practice to communicate with a person, especially for the first time. How did Jesus do this? What were some of his common practices when approaching someone for the first time? Jeff Cavins continues his two part series on communicating like Jesus and digs into Scripture to give us real examples of how Jesus communicated.

  • Jesus, the Master Communicator (Part 1)

    August 23rd, 2024  |  26 mins 34 secs
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    How did Jesus teach? What was his style? It is very important for us to understand what Jesus taught and what it means for our lives. However, as Jeff Cavins shares in this episode, it is also important for us to understand how Jesus taught. If we can understand his methods, we can do our best to share and teach the faith as he did. Jeff outlines some of the characteristics of Jesus’ teaching method in this episode.

  • If You Could Do One Thing

    August 16th, 2024  |  34 mins 37 secs
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    Do you have a plan for spiritual growth? It is essential in the spiritual life that we do not allow ourselves to become stagnant. So, what are the opportunities you have to grow spiritually? Jeff Cavins breaks down his advice on how to grow spiritually, especially the importance of isolating spiritual disciplines.

  • Seven Gifts for Your Friends

    August 9th, 2024  |  19 mins 57 secs
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    Are you a gift giver? Whether you enjoy giving gifts or not, every Catholic has many gifts to share with those around them. Jeff Cavins explains some of the important gifts that Catholics possess and are obliged to share with those around them. He explains the significance of each gift and encourages every Catholic to share them.

  • When Trauma Comes to Your Home

    August 2nd, 2024  |  31 mins 42 secs
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    How do you respond when trauma enters your life? How does God desire us to respond in times of trauma and suffering? Jeff Cavins shares about a very recent situation in his own life that has brought trauma and suffering to someone he loves. He shares wisdom from St. John Paul II and Scripture to offer advice on how to respond in times of trauma.