Jeff Cavins
Host of The Jeff Cavins Show (Your Catholic Bible Study Podcast)
After twelve years as a Protestant pastor, Jeff Cavins returned to the Catholic Church and has since been a leading figure in Catholic media for over two decades. He has appeared on Catholic radio and television hundreds of times and has produced several bible studies with Ascension including Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible, The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation and Matthew: The King, and His Kingdom.
See more from Jeff:
Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom
Psalms: The School of Prayer
Galatians: Set Free to Live
James: Pearls for Wise Living
Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come
Walking Toward Eternity: Daring to Walk the Walk
Walking Toward Eternity: Engaging the Struggles of Your Heart
Ephesians: Discover Your Inheritance
Wisdom: God’s Vision for Life
Jeff Cavins has hosted 405 Episodes.
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Cracklin' Rosie Revival
September 2nd, 2022 | 25 mins 18 secs
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Where do you go for healing and comfort? In our world today, there are many ways that someone might try to dull their pain or feel good about themselves. However, in today’s episode, Jeff shares about the one true source for healing and strength.
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Big Reasons for Unhappiness
August 26th, 2022 | 34 mins 44 secs
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What do you think are some of the big reasons for people’s unhappiness? In this episode, Jeff walks through a series of questions to help you discover what is most important to you and help you discover one of the main sources of happiness in life.
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Crying Is Theological
August 19th, 2022 | 27 mins 23 secs
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Is crying a good thing? In this episode, Jeff explains the different types of tears and how crying can be very good for us. He shares what Scripture, saints, and popes have taught us about tears.
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When Roe v. Wade Costs You a Friend
August 12th, 2022 | 31 mins 2 secs
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What should our attitude be in the wake of the ruling that has overturned Roe v. Wade? Abortion is a polarizing issue for many and can cause tension in families and friendships. In the wake of this ruling, Jeff offers some points to ponder that could help you navigate these relationships.
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Real Answers for Real Suffering
August 5th, 2022 | 37 mins 39 secs
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Is there an answer to suffering? We all experience suffering in different forms and to varying degrees. So, how do we respond to it? What does it mean? In this episode, Jeff dives into the answers for some of the big questions around suffering.
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Smuggling Bibles and What I Learned
July 29th, 2022 | 31 mins 10 secs
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In the 1980s, Jeff helped smuggle Bibles into the Soviet Union. In this episode, Jeff shares about that experience and the incredible people he met there who had such great faith and such great dependence on God that their witness still impacts his life today.
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How to Give Criticism Well
July 22nd, 2022 | 34 mins 58 secs
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It can be difficult to receive criticism well, but what about offering criticism? This can be just as difficult! Jeff shares some advice and encouragement on how to give criticism well.
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Wake Up!
July 15th, 2022 | 25 mins 57 secs
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How do we live in these times? We are called to something so contrary to what the culture offers. In this episode, Jeff expounds on what makes the call of Christ so contrary. He explains how we need to “wake up!”
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How to Receive Criticism Well
July 8th, 2022 | 36 mins 13 secs
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Is criticism a good thing? If so, how can we receive it well? In this episode, Jeff Cavins shares personal advice and quotations from Scripture to help you receive criticism well.
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What Are 1st Century Donkey Stickers?
July 1st, 2022 | 33 mins 35 secs
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Do bumper stickers say a lot about a person? Bumper stickers on your car could say a lot about what you believe and what is important to you. In this episode, Jeff ponders, “If people in the 1st century would have had stickers on their donkeys, what would some of those have said?”
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When You Go from High to Low
June 24th, 2022 | 39 mins 35 secs
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Have you ever experienced going from a great high in your life to a significant low? Many of us have, and today, Jeff shares the story of Elijah to give us important reminders for when we experience such moments.
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Are Tattoos a Sin?
June 17th, 2022 | 37 mins 59 secs
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Is it a sin to get a tattoo? In today’s episode, Jeff responds to this very common and sometimes controversial question. Jeff offers Scriptural references, Church teaching, and great points to ponder concerning the topic of tattoos.
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The Art of Learning and Taking Notes
June 10th, 2022 | 37 mins 26 secs
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Curious to know how Jeff takes notes? Continuing his discussion on the art of learning, Jeff shares his method of taking notes and what he has learned about note taking over the years.
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The Art of Learning and Deep Fat Fridays
June 3rd, 2022 | 32 mins 44 secs
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Are we losing the ability to learn and think deeply? Jeff explores this question and points out the incredible need for people to think, learn, and read more deeply. Jeff also offers an idea to help your family and community think more deeply.
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On Earth as It Is in Heaven with Fr. Josh Johnson
May 27th, 2022 | 47 mins 27 secs
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What does it mean for the Church to be united "on earth as it is in Heaven?" In this episode, Jeff and guest Fr. Josh Johnson respond to this question and discuss Fr. Josh's new book: On Earth as It Is in Heaven: Restoring God's Vision of Race and Discipleship.
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How to Become Rich
May 20th, 2022 | 33 mins 17 secs
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Do you want to know how to become rich? It seems as though most people have an innate desire to seek material wealth. However, in today’s episode, Jeff shares how to find true wealth that lasts.