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.
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\n The number one thing for us as Christians is not that we all politically agree, but that we maintain the unity of the Spirit in the Body of Christ.
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.
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\nPolitics can help set the table, but we have to come to the table and be a part of our society.
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\n\nAmidst 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.
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\nThe way that we treat each other reflects on our walk with God.
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.
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\nThe individual matters and has inestimable value.
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.
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\nEverything my father did for me set the stage for the Lord to work through us.
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.
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\nIn dark times, let us keep our gaze fixed on the victory of Jesus Christ who has already won the battle and sits on the throne of glory.
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.
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\nStop fighting and give this to Jesus.
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.
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\nWe need to demonstrate the gospel with the way we talk, the way we live, and the way we treat one another.
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!
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\nThere is a revival in Biblical study in the Catholic Church.
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.
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\nIt is our responsibility to win souls for Christ.
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.
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\n“Lead me to pastures, Lord, and graze there with me. Do not let my heart lean either to the right or to the left, but let your good Spirit guide me along the straight path.” (Liturgy of the Hours, Vol. IV, p. 1214)
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.
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\n“So we are ambassadors for Christ, since God is making his appeal through us; we entreat you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God” (2 Corinthians 5:20)
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.
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\n“I fell more in love with Jesus as I learned how he taught and communicated.”
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.
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\nIf you are afraid to share Christ with others, identify what skills you need to refine in order to feel confident when sharing your faith.
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.
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\nIf you call yourself a Christian, you are obliged to share the gifts that God has given you.
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.
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\n“It is suffering, more than anything else, which clears the way for the grace which transforms human souls” (St. John Paul II, Salvifici Doloris)
You listen to Catholic podcasts. You go to conferences and retreats. You attend Bible studies at your parish. Now what? Jeff Cavins shares his experience at the National Eucharistic Congress and encourages everyone to share the fruits that they have been given by God. Listen to podcasts. Go to conferences. Attend Bible Studies. But do not stop there! It is time to evangelize.
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\nDo not let the fruits you have been given go to waste. Do not let God’s word wither in your life.
Do you have some tips for moving on after forgiving someone? What is your method for highlighting your Bible? Did Peter and Paul get along? These are just some of the questions that Jeff answers in this week’s podcast. The questions address forgiveness, how Jeff marks his Bible, where he gets his tea, and more!
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\n“Nothing so likens you to God, as to forgive him who has injured you.” -St. Thomas Aquinas
Is the sign of the cross simply the intro and outro of prayer? Or, is it something more than that? Jeff Cavins discusses the importance of the sign of the cross and explains how it is, in fact, a powerful prayer. By looking through both the Old and New Testament, Jeff helps provide a deeper understanding of what it means to pray in the name of God.
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\nThrough the sign of the cross, we acknowledge God's presence, affirm that we are sealed by the Holy Spirit, and identify ourselves as belonging to God.
Is it challenging for you to ask for forgiveness? Perhaps, it is even more difficult to offer forgiveness. Wherever you may find yourself, both are essential when it comes to healthy and loving relationships. Jeff Cavins recounts a time in his life where he struggled to admit his need for forgiveness. He shares what he learned from that experience and offers encouragement for everyone to grow in forgiveness.
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\n“Forgiveness is the restoration of freedom to oneself; it is the key held in our own hand to our own prison cell.” -St. John Paul the Great
What do you know about Our Lady of Lourdes or St. Bernadette Soubirous? Jeff Cavins shares about the apparition and the visionary while on pilgrimage to Lourdes, France. He shares his own experience at the holy site and the beautiful things he has witnessed. Jeff also shares about the faith of those who seek healing from Jesus and those that encourage and support them.
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\nPeople are looking for healing…physical, emotional, and spiritual.
Are you a reliable person? Are you someone that people trust to always tell the truth? Speaking the truth is incredibly important for anyone pursuing the Christian life. Jeff Cavins addresses the idea of lying being plastic. He discusses the impact of lying and the importance of speaking the truth at all times.
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\n“Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are his delight” (Proverbs 12:22)
Have you ever wondered why some women carry a purse? What is that they keep in their purse? Out of genuine curiosity, Jeff Cavins has asked these questions of some of the women in his own life. He shares what he learned from them and what it says about the nature of women.
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\nIt is the nature of a woman to give and to love and to relate to other people.
Do you know the role that women have played throughout Salvation History? There are many stories of incredible women in the Old Testament who played a significant role in the story of salvation. Jeff Cavins is joined by Gayle Somers to discuss some of these women and how their stories foreshadow the life of Mary. Gayle Somers is the author of Whispers of Mary: What Twelve Old Testament Women Teach Us About Mary.
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\nKnowing some of the key women in the Old Testament can be very impactful in our understanding of Mary.
Life is full of decisions. Each day, an individual makes countless decisions both big and small. So, is there a right way to make decisions? How can a person always be sure to make the right decision? Jeff Cavins offers his insight into good decision making by pulling from his experience and his knowledge of both Scripture and the Church’s teachings.
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\nWise decision-making involves aligning with God’s will: “Not my will, but yours be done” (Luke 22:42).
Are we called to “market” the faith? Or, is evangelization more about the simple and direct approach? Jeff Cavins addresses these questions and encourages all believers to start pursuing effective ministry. He warns against being clever or catchy, but to instead focus on the good news, the message of the Gospel.
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\nIt is better to be effective in ministry than to be cute or catchy.
How busy is your life? How many different “priorities” are vying for your attention? Life can be incredibly complex which can distract us from the priority. Jeff Cavins addresses the problem of an overcomplicated life and offers advice on how to uncomplicate your life. He also emphasizes the importance of prioritizing God above all else.
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\nThe answer to life’s complexities is Jesus Christ.
Whatever happened to virtue? Sometimes it can seem like our world is greatly lacking in virtue. Every person struggles to grow in virtue. It requires effort and perseverance to grow in virtue. Yes, we can pray for God to help us grow in virtue, but we must also strive for it ourselves. Jeff Cavins explains what growth in virtue looks like and he also explains some of the primary virtues.
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\nWe hope, we walk in faith and charity guides us.
Have you ever felt imprisoned? There are many types of “prisons” people may experience such as work, a relationship, and many other types. How should you respond to these “prisons”? Jeff Cavins takes a look at this from the perspective of St. Paul who did experience a real prison. In particular, Jeff takes a look at Paul’s writings to the Philippians.
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\n“For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things, and I regard them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ” (Philippians 3:8).
Do you feel the weight of anxiety or uncertainty when you watch the news these days? How should we respond to unrest? Is there a biblical way to respond to unrest? In today’s episode, Jeff Cavins points to different examples in scripture and reminds us that the Bible is rich in ideas and rich in responses when it comes to living in difficult times.
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\nThe same God that split the Red Sea, the same God that defeated Goliath and the Philistines with Samson, the same God that David served, is the one that we serve.
Jeff Cavins concludes his testimonial series by sharing just how much remaining in the Church has changed and shaped his life. His hunger for truth and love for Christ continues to form the man he is today, and he invites us all to learn about the 12 different facets of the Church that have kept his heart and his life grounded in the Catholic faith.
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\nYou are small but essential in the family of God.
Jeff Cavins continues to share his testimony of how he left the Catholic Church, but eventually returned. While it took a number of years, Jeff did come back to the Catholic Church. He outlines what brought him back and the types of challenges he faced along the way.
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\n“Always remain close to the Catholic Church, because it alone can give you true peace, since it alone possesses Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, the true Prince of Peace.” -St. Padre Pio
Every person has a different life story, a unique faith journey. Jeff Cavins begins this three part series on his faith journey by explaining why he left the Catholic Church all those years ago. He shares about his lack of understanding and how he felt fed elsewhere. He hopes that his story will encourage others in their faith and to also share their own journey of faith.
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\nYou have a story. Start learning how to share your story of what God has done in your life.
Is there such a thing as good suffering? On this Good Friday, Jeff Cavins discusses the real meaning of suffering and why it is important to expect suffering in life. He explains the different types of suffering and how we can suffer well so that we may be true followers of Christ.
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\n“Suffering is almost inseparable from man’s earthly existence.” -St. John Paul II
Most people live by a calendar, but what about the liturgical calendar? The Catholic Church celebrates and remembers many important people, events and seasons throughout the year. Jeff Cavins explains what some of these important days and seasons are and how we can live our lives according to the liturgical calendar.
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\nBy following God’s calendar, we will not waste time and energy. Rather, we will be focused on his will rather than our own.
My children have left the Church, what advice do you have? What kind of guitars do you own? These are just some of the questions that Jeff answers in this week’s podcast. Today, Jeff answers another round of questions from you, his listeners. The questions include inquiries about the Bible, evangelization, and some personal questions for Jeff. He answers them all!
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\nLearn to speak "Bible" so that you can share the faith more effectively with others.
A new movie is coming to theaters this weekend and Jeff Cavins offers his review of it. The movie is titled “Cabrini” and tells the life story of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first United States citizen to be canonized. Jeff shares his thoughts on the movie and reflects on the life of Mother Cabrini.
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\n“I will go anywhere and do anything in order to communicate the love of Jesus to those who do not know Him or have forgotten Him.” -Mother Cabrini
This is part 2 of a special episode of The Jeff Cavins Show recorded at the SEEK24 conference. Jeff continues his discussion with Mike “Gomer” Gormely, focusing on their powerful experiences doing prison ministry. They conclude their conversation with some practical advice on how we can make progress in the spiritual life by focusing on one goal at a time.
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\nThe light of Christ shines in the darkest places.
This special episode of The Jeff Cavins Show was recorded at the SEEK24 conference this past January. Jeff Cavins is joined by Mike “Gomer” Gormely to discuss topics such as identity, evangelization and so much more. Enjoy the first part of this lively conversation!
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\nAllow the Holy Spirit to stand out in front of you. Allow him to guide a conversation and give you the words to say.
How do you talk to people about Jesus? Perhaps, you have heard stories of people sharing the Gospel with others at the coffee shop, on an airplane, or some other place. How do you bring up the Gospel with a complete stranger? Jeff Cavins explains the importance of sharing the Gospel and how to start conversations with people you don’t even know.
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\n“Do nothing from selfishness or conceit, but in humility count others better than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4).
What Bible study should I do? I finished the Bible in a Year, what’s next? Jeff, why did you leave the Church for a time? In this episode, Jeff Cavins sits down to answer your questions. The questions range from book recommendations to Scriptural questions to questions about Jeff’s personal life. Jeff answers them all!
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\n“I didn’t leave the Catholic Church because of doctrine. I left because I was loved out of the Church.”
Are you feeling down or brokenhearted? There are times in life that can be incredibly difficult. It can feel like life is beating you down. Jeff Cavins responds to this common life experience with the hope that is offered in Scripture. He reminds us that Jesus Christ does not turn his back on us and Jeff points out ways to avoid being beaten down by life.
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\nWhen you are feeling broken, allow yourself to be nourished by the grace offered in the sacraments.
Is it always wrong to lie? Why is the truth so important? Jeff Cavins addresses these questions in today’s podcast. Looking at Church teaching and Scripture, Jeff explains the harm of dishonesty, the goodness of truth, and why, at times, it is right to hide the truth.
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\nTruthfulness guards what should be kept private.
Zeus, Poseidon, Aphrodite...perhaps, you are familiar with these names as they are three of the twelve Olympians of Greek Mythology. During his travels to Greece, Jeff Cavins shares his thoughts on the Olympians and marks some of the major distinctions between them and the one, true God. Jeff also discusses some of the "false gods" in the culture today.
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\nYou can count on God. He is consistent. He is present. God will not abandon you.
If you want to grow spiritually, you really have to focus on some specific areas and go for it. In this third and final part of a series on “Being Specific,” Jeff Cavins turns to the areas of Sacraments and books. He offers suggestions for specific areas to focus on in the sacraments. He also advises a particular way to approach reading books.
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\n“Confession heals, confession justifies, confession grants pardon of sin, all hope consists in confession; in confession, there is a chance for mercy.”
How can you grow more in virtue? How can you be a better parent, spouse, or friend? Jeff Cavins shares how the practice of being specific can impact your growth in virtue and your role as a family member or friend. Using Scripture and personal wisdom, Jeff offers practical ways to get more specific.
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\nOne of the greatest ways to love someone well is to listen to them well.
Are you ready to learn the fine art of being specific? Being specific is more important than you might think. How can you accomplish something if you aren’t specific? Jeff Cavins discusses how it is essential to master the art of being specific in order to accomplish spiritual growth.
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\n“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth” (2 Colossians 3:2)
Life has its challenges, but can we still have joy even when we are suffering? Yes! Using Scripture, Jeff Cavins explains the Christian response to challenges. He also shares how we can experience joy by bringing others to Jesus and witnessing others live a Christian life.
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\nThe joy that the Bible talks about is a deep joy that brings great peace.
Do you have joy? Without joy, the challenges of life can seem even more difficult. Jeff Cavins gives a thorough definition of what true joy is. He shares passages from Scripture to help further our understanding of it. Jeff also encourages everyone to avoid robbers of our joy and how to pursue joy even in the midst of suffering.
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\nYou cannot have abiding joy in your life if you are living outside of God’s commands.
Is God big or small in your life? What does it mean for God to be big in your life? Jeff Cavins addresses the fact that so many of us are facing significant challenges and sufferings in our lives. He asks us to ponder whether we make God big in our lives or if we set him aside and make him small. He encourages that if we make God big in our lives, he can help us face our problems and be a reflection of his goodness to others.
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\nIf you don’t spend time with Jesus, God will become too small for any problem that you are facing.
Have you ever wondered what the seating arrangement at the Last Supper looked like? There is plenty of artwork depicting the Last Supper, but those depictions are not always historically accurate. Jeff Cavins dives into the seating arrangement of the Last Supper and explains the significance of where each apostle was sitting.
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\nAt Mass, we offer thanksgiving for Christ’s sacrifice.
Forgiveness is difficult. For many people, it is tempting to hold onto grudges and anger they have towards others. However, Jesus tells us to do something different. In fact, he shows us. Jeff Cavins explains what Scripture tells us about forgiving others and why it is so important for us to be people who forgive.
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\nJesus didn’t wait for us to change or become perfect before he died for us.
Is it easy to live the Christian life? Definitely not! Is it worth it? Absolutely! Jeff Cavins continues his discussion on what the marks of a true Christian are. Using Scripture, Jeff points to what St. Paul used to define a Christian and explains what that might look like in our lives today.
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\nEvil does not overcome evil. Good overcomes evil. Be the good.
What does it mean to be a true Christian? What do I need to do in order to live a Christian life? Jeff Cavins dives into Scripture to share twenty different commands that dictate how a Christian ought to live. Jeff emphasizes the importance of understanding the marks of a true Christian in today’s culture.
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\nOur words can have a lasting and significant impact on those around us. Recall this whenever you speak.
Is your faith a part of your everyday life? Does it inform every part of your life? As Jeff continues his discussion of family formation, he emphasizes the importance of bringing faith into every part of your life. Truth faith is not meant for just one hour on Sundays. Jeff uses Scripture, Church documents, and other resources to explain why it is so important to bring faith into everything you do.
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\nOnce you split your faith and everyday life, it is very easy to isolate your faith to just one hour on Sundays.
Faith is something that is meant to be lived more than one hour a week. As parents it is essential that we show our children what it looks like to truly live the faith at every moment. How do you do that? Jeff Cavins offers his advice on how to keep the faith alive in your family and not let it get stagnant.
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\nOur children need to know that they can trust in God.
After witnessing the violence in Israel firsthand, Jeff Cavins offers his insights on the war between Israel and Hamas. Jeff acknowledges the fear and anger that people are feeling in response to these horrific events. He offers insight and advice on how we can respond like Christians.
\n\nPlease be advised that in this episode, Jeff describes some of the horrific events that have taken place in Israel and Gaza. Some descriptions are graphic and may not be appropriate for young ears.
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\nThere is something for us to do: pray and then pray some more.
Parents are the primary educators of their children. As Jeff Cavins discussed in last week’s episode, it is a parent’s responsibility to share the faith with their child and be a witness of God’s love. But what are some tangible resources that parents can use to do this? Jeff shares his ideas in today’s episode.
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\nIf you want there to be spiritual fruit in your children’s lives, you must plant the seeds and support them as they grow.
Parents have a responsibility to share the faith with their children. What does this look like? How do you do it well? Jeff Cavins continues his discussion of the formation of children and parents’ role in that process. He encourages parents to live the life they want their children to live.
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\nReligion is not simply a subject in school. Religion is a way of living.
Parents teach their children all sorts of things, but how primal is their role as educators? How do parents and educators work together? When it comes to faith and morality, the education of children is essential work. Jeff Cavins discusses the pivotal role parents hold. He encourages them to take their role seriously and do all they can at the service of their children’s education.
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\nThe way we live and speak is the best testimony to our faith that we can offer our children.
How do you respond when a problem suddenly arises in your life? Many of us face problems in our lives that we did not plan for and did not expect. When problems do arise, it can be difficult to know what the right response is. Today, Jeff Cavins dives into this common life experience and shares wisdom from Scripture to help each of us be great first responders.
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\nIf you find yourself responding to a problem or challenge in your life, take time to first praise God.
In this special episode, Jeff shares with us the first episode of The Bible Timeline Show available on the Bible In a Year YouTube channel. In this inaugural episode, Jeff is joined by Fr. Mike Schmitz, priest, speaker, and host of The Bible in a Year. Together, they discuss the reality and impact of God's Word—both in their own lives, and in the lives of those who have walked with them.
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\n\n"When you read the Bible, you're going to find out about the heart of the Father."
\n\nHave you ever gotten angry in Mass? Jeff Cavins shares in this episode about a time that he got angry in Mass. Using this story from his own life, Jeff explains what Scripture says on judging others. He encourages everyone to treat each other as God tells us to in Scripture.
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\nWhen you act on God’s word, good things do happen.
Are you ever frustrated due to a lack of growth in your faith? There may be many reasons for why you are struggling to grow in your faith. In this episode, Jeff Cavins focuses on five obstacles to grace that could be inhibiting your growth in faith. He offers Scripture quotations to help explain these obstacles and why it is important to overcome them.
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\nWe can overcome sin and obstacles to grace. However, we can’t do it alone. To break free from sin involves two things: God’s power and our choice.
Have you ever heard of Our Lady of Waiting? Jeff Cavins shares about this Marian devotion and explains its origin in Scripture. He encourages us to seek Mary’s intercession whenever we are facing challenges or are worried about the future.
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\nMary is our mother. Not only can she pray for us, but she wants to pray for us and bring our intercessions to her Son.
How are we supposed to prepare our children for what is out in the world? If you are on social media or pay attention to the news, you know that there are a lot of challenges you and your children will face in our world. Today, Jeff Cavins speaks honestly about the war we are in and how to prepare ourselves for it.
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\nThe real battle is in the unseen territories.
Do you want to hear a priest speak from his heart? In this episode, Jeff shares the final homily of Fr. Mark Beard who recently passed after a tragic car accident. Although unaware that the end of his life was near, Fr. Beard’s homily was filled with truth and came straight from his heart. He encouraged his congregation to get off the fence and make a choice: God or not God.
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\nYou must decide whether you are in or out.
Do you ever experience loneliness? Many of us have felt lonely at some point in our lives, and today, Jeff speaks on the feeling of loneliness. He offers guidance and encouragement on what to do when we feel alone.
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\nIf you feel like you are in a lonely and deserted place, God will meet you in that place. He will love you in that place.
Can a demon read my mind? Should I be afraid of the devil? When it comes to the demonic, there can be a lot of confusion and misinformation. So, what is true about the demonic? Jeff is joined by Fr. Jon Vander Ploeg to discuss this. They offer encouragement and wisdom on how to battle the demonic and how to create strong barriers against it.
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\nI do not have to be afraid if I am united with Christ and I am in a state of grace.
What are angels? What is their purpose? What is our relationship with angels? There are so many questions around angels and today Jeff Cavins talks with Fr. Jon Vander Ploeg to get the answers to a lot of these questions. Through this episode, you will learn more about what angels are and what angels are not.
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\nSometimes where we have a lack of hope or trust in Christ, we will grow sentimental in a way that lacks truth.
Are you looking for answers to the big questions in life? Are you looking for instructions on how to live your life? Jeff Cavins shares how so many of the answers we seek can be found in the Bible. He also gives advice on how to approach reading and learning from the Bible.
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\nIn the Bible, God reveals his heart and his plan for all people.
How do we keep our children close to God? So many of us fear that our kids will lose their faith. Others are suffering because their children have left the Church. Today, Jeff addresses this issue and also welcomes a very special guest named Teddy. Teddy shares how his faith has been inspired and how his love for Jesus continues to grow.
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\nIn order to raise saints, we too must strive to be saints. We must live a life that we want our children to live.
Are you looking for a tool to help you go even deeper in your study of the Bible and the Catechism? Today, Jeff shares about the brand new Ascension App. He explains the different functions of the app that help you to see the connections between Scripture and Tradition and so much more.
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\nThe goal is to grow in our knowledge of Jesus Christ.
Have you ever had your heart crushed? Perhaps, you are currently experiencing heartbreak or know someone who is. Today, Jeff shares a story of walking with someone who was experiencing heartbreak. He offers encouragement to everyone to persevere and trust that God has a plan for your life.
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\nGod will never leave you, deceive you, or stop loving you.
What is the role of a father? How can fathers rise up to the challenges of the world? Today, Jeff offers encouragement and advice for all fathers. He shares stories from his own life as a father and as a son to emphasize the importance of fatherhood.
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\nA father’s blessing gives firm family roots.
Last episode, Jeff Cavins shared why he left the Catholic Church. Today, he explains what made him return to the Catholic Church. Not only does he share the events leading up to this decision, but he also lists some of the primary theological reasons that led to his reversion.
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\nYour testimony can be a powerful way to speak truth into the lives of people around you.
What was it that made Jeff Cavins leave the Catholic Church as a young adult? Today, Jeff Cavins shares about the events and circumstances that led up to his leaving the Catholic Church. He also shares about his journey to falling in love with Scripture. Next week, be sure to tune in and hear about why Jeff returned to the Catholic Church over twenty years ago.
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\n"I was intrigued by their sense of community. They did everything together and I desired to have the kind of friendships I saw."
What does it mean to have a “hardened heart”? This phrase is used a number of times in Scripture, and today, Jeff explains what it means. He also describes what can cause our own hearts to harden and what we can do to avoid those things.
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\nWhen we face trials in life, we have the choice to either turn to the Lord or turn away from him.
What is the relationship between truth and love? Today, Jeff dives into the books of Corinthians and Ephesians and shares what Paul teaches on how to love and the importance of love. Jeff explains what true love looks like and what it results in.
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\n“If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal.”
What tools are available to parents who want to share the faith with their children? One tool is faith-filled children’s books! Today, Jeff Cavins is joined by children’s book author Claudia McAdam. Together they discuss the benefits of faith-filled children’s books as well as Claudia’s new books: A Miracle for Micah and The Real Presence.
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\nIf parents do not teach their children the truth and beauty of the faith and to help them fall in love with Jesus, they will not find it in the secular world.
What are the characteristics of the people of God? Are they unique? Today, Jeff discusses the unique characteristics of the people of God and what they mean for how we ought to live our lives. Listen so you can know how these unique characteristics make the people of God distinct.
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\n“Yes, I do believe that the Catholic Church has the fullness of truth and I am willing to die for it.”
We all experience setbacks in our lives, and sometimes, those moments can be very lonely. Today, Jeff Cavins shares his own story and the stories of others to help us understand the love that God the Father has for each one of us and how he is always present to us.
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\nNo matter what you’ve been through, God will never give up on you.
Did you know that each one of us is in God’s will? Not only does God have a will for your life but he also offers you an inheritance. Jeff Cavins explains what this inheritance is and what it means for your life.
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\nWe have a hope in our hearts that is grounded in the Word of God.
How do you attain happiness? This question has been asked since the beginning of time. Using Scripture and personal experience, Jeff shares his thoughts on what we can do in order to be happy.
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\nIt is faithfulness and gratitude which ultimately lead to happiness.
What is the crux of our faith? Pulling from Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians, Jeff shares how the resurrection is the center of our faith and how to understand it better. He also offers encouragement for each of us to prepare for our own death and resurrection.
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\nAll of your hope and faithfulness have meaning because of the resurrection.
Do you have a lot on your plate? God is asking something of each one of us, but it is easy to become distracted by what else is going on around us. Today, Jeff encourages us to focus on what we have on our plate. Focus on what God is asking of you and let go of everything else.
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\nTake care of the things that God has entrusted to you.
What are you supposed to do in Adoration? How are you meant to fill that time? Today, Jeff dives into the value of going to Adoration and how you might spend that time in Adoration. He offers a “recipe” for Adoration that will hopefully draw you even closer to Christ.
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\nAt a certain point, each of us must let go and put our faith completely in God.
Do you have a passion? Most of us have something we are passionate about. But how often do you think about how to use that passion for God’s glory or in service to the Church? Today, Jeff talks about how we can use our passions to glorify God and serve others.
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\nGod wants to work through our passions. He wants to use our passions to serve others and to glorify him.
What is a good use of your time? There are so many different ways we can spend our time. However, some ways are better than others. Today, Jeff talks about the importance of reading the Bible and how each of us can find the time to do it. We must simply choose it over something else.
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\nWe choose how our time is spent, so it is up to us to decide whether our time is better spent watching television or reading God’s Word.
Is it possible to overcome sin? It doesn’t seem possible, but in this episode Jeff brings in words from the saints and from Scripture to help us understand sin better so that we can work to overcome it. Find out what you need in order to avoid sin and strive for holiness.
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\nWhen we hear the Gospel, we gain a sensitivity to sin.
What does it mean to stand on God’s word? All of us have something to pray for and face many challenges. Jeff shares the importance of walking in faith and praying with the Word of God.
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\nIn the Word of God, we can find the heart of the Father and his plan for us.
Is it important to memorize Scripture? Many of us are aware of how important it is to read and pray with Scripture. However, is it also important to memorize it? Today, Jeff shares the reasons for why he thinks it is important and beneficial to memorize the Word of God.
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\nLet the Word of God dwell richly within you.
What is the greatest commandment? In Scripture, Jesus answers this question. In this episode, Jeff helps us to understand this Scripture and what it means to love Jesus by loving our neighbor
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\nIf we want to truly love God with everything we have, we must look for opportunities to love our neighbor and act on those opportunities.
What are some of the things wives want from their husbands? Relying on his own experience as a husband of 44 years, Jeff shares some of what he has learned on how to be a good and loving husband. He also shares passages from Scripture to offer better understanding and encouragement.
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\n“Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself up for her.” Ephesians 5:25
Are you looking for ways to deal with the stress and busyness of every day life? Jeff shares some of the common struggles people face that can distract them from what is most important. He shares an idea for how to maintain peace and bring focus back to your relationship with the Lord.
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\nFocus on the good that God has done in your life.
Are you ready to let God do deep work in your heart? There are so many distractions and so many things that keep us busy in life. All of this can make it very difficult to enter more deeply into prayer, into conversation with God. Today, Jeff shares from his own experience and explains why it is so important to find time for God.
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\nIf you have a hunger to know God, you have to go beyond wanting to. You have to make the decision to do it.
Is the Catechism important? What role does it play in our lives as Christians? Jeff is here to answer those questions about the Catechism and help you to understand what the Catechism really is.
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\n"The Catechism was not written to please you. It will not make life easy for you because it demands of you a new life." -Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
What is the ideal man? What is the ideal woman? Rather than offer his opinion, Jeff shares what Scripture has to say about the ideal man and woman. Hopefully, these words from Scripture will help you or someone you know find the one who will help them get to Heaven.
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\nThere is no ideal greater than Heaven.
As we come to the end of 2022, Jeff shares some words of encouragement for the beginning of 2023.
\n\nAfter a profound encounter with a complete stranger, Jeff has a special Christmas message to share.
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\nKeep your eyes open for all of the opportunities God gives us to love.
What do you want for Christmas? During this time of year, there is a lot of emphasis on what we want. However, not many people know what it is in life that will truly make us happy and what we really need. Jeff shares that the answer to what we want and need can be found in God.
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\nJesus is the true gift that we receive at Christmas.
As we draw near to the end of this year, Jeff guides us through a practical examen prayer to help us reflect on the blessings we've received this past year and identify the areas of growth for the new year.
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\n\n"Jesus, show me what you want me to see"
\n\nThese days, the personal investment with small businesses is often overlooked for expedited shipping and brand status. In today’s episode, we’re invited to an interview with Jeff and OréMoose Founder & CEO David Kruse to find out how to support smaller apostolates who work, not just to make a living, but who strive to bless the body of Christ.
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\nDuring the times of Jesus, a father taught his son and his son took up his father's trade. The work that small businesses do means something: it's rooted in passion and life, and it evolves in love.
Can we be joyful and envious at the same time? The holiday season hopes to bring joy, but we can also find ourselves pained with envy, not wanting others to be blessed in the ways God has blessed them. In this week’s episode, Jeff gives us several ways to overcome envy and celebrate the freedom that Christ came for us to have.
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\nReplace the envious thoughts in your head by praying for that person in your head.
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\n\nWhat do we do in the midst of chaos? How do we handle the daily anxiety that life tries to throw at us on so many different levels? This week, Jeff reminds us that even though life is hard and sometimes we can’t figure it out, the Word of God has the answers to help us walk the path of wisdom.
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\nJesus is in this with us, and if you’ll hold on to him and go deep into his Word, he will show some real, true grit in your life.
Is it possible that we give too much credence to politics and our political leaders? In today’s episode, Jeff helps us as Catholic Christians to navigate through the election outcomes. We might be willing to engage in a political debate with our cousin or with our sister or someone at work. But how many Catholics are willing to bring up the Good News of the Gospel and share it with their opponent?
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\nWe do not hand off our responsibility to be the agent of change to the politicians in our country. If the Gospel is the thing that changes hearts and we will not share that, guess what? Game over.
“Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? As many as seven times?” We don't need to bring unforgiveness into the holiday season. In today's episode Jeff draws attention to the areas of life where forgiveness may be necessary, and encourages us to allow the forgiveness of God to begin healing these wounds.
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\nOnce we have begun healing through forgiving, releasing, and confessing, we must stay on top of it: Don't nurse it, don't curse it, and don't rehearse it.
For the times we’re going through right now, Pope John Paul II had a message and has a message that still deeply reverberates in hearts today. In this episode Jeff takes us through four of his favorite writings that have significantly impacted his heart and his life and his conversion to the faith!
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\nMy prayer is that everyone of my friends with me here today, in one year from now, will have four worn out, written in, meditated upon, and actuated upon writings of St. John Paul II.
Do you ever feel alone in your battles? In this episode, Jeff encourages us and reminds us that we’re not alone when we have the Word, those around us, and the armor God has given us! In this second part of this mini-series we learn about the final pieces of our God-issued battle attire: the shoes of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit.
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\nThe time to learn about the armor is not in the middle of the battle, but before the battle has begun.
We are in the midst of battle: but have we forgotten that the battle has already been won? In this episode Jeff walks us through Ephesians 6:10-17, where St. Paul invites us to "put on the armor of God", that we may walk in the victory Jesus has gained for us.
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\nStand firm, and hold your ground.
What sort of responsibility do lay people have when it comes to evangelization? This week, Jeff continues his deep dive into the role of lay people in the Church. Jeff shares with us the wisdom of St. John Paul II from his document Christifideles Laici.
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\n“Be holy as I am holy.”
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How are lay people called to serve the Lord? In this episode, Jeff dives into answering this question by walking through some of the wisdom from St. John Paul II’s document Christifideles Laici.
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\nWe are all called to work in the Lord’s vineyard.
Did you know that you have access to all the tools you need to live the Catholic faith? God has given us everything we need in order to follow him. In today’s show, Jeff continues his examination of the tools we have been given to live our Catholic faith.
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\nWe have all the tools we need in order to live our Catholic faith, but sometimes we forget about them.
What are some of the best tools for a Catholic to have as they strive for sainthood? In today’s episode, Jeff shares about the Catholic Swiss Army Knife. He explains what some of the essential, everyday tools are for a disciple.
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\nThere is something about going to confession and hearing the voice of Christ through the priest saying “I forgive you.”
We are all called to be evangelists, so what is holding you back? In this episode, Jeff addresses some of the common reasons people use to avoid evangelization. He offers Scripture and advice on how to overcome fears and hurdles to evangelization.
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\nGod’s power is demonstrated in our weakness.
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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\nSeek Christ. Turn to the Lord in the Eucharist.
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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\nGood relationships keep us happier and healthier.
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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\nTears are a gift.
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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\nDemonstrate the peace and love of Christ.
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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\nThe answering to your suffering is found in Jesus’ suffering
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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\n“I encountered people who gave so much even though they had so little.”
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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\nThere is a difference between judging and correcting.
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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\nLet your words and deeds cry out “I have encountered the Lord!”
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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\nIf you want understanding and you want to acquire wisdom, you must be open to criticism.
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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\nBe doers of the Word and not just hearers.
Have you ever experienced going from a high in your life to a low? Many of us have, and today, Jeff shares the story of Elijah to give us important reminders for when we experience such moments in our own lives.
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\nHearts change when the good news of the Gospel is shared with them.
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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\nTattoo your heart with the love of Christ.
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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\nDoing anything of value takes time.
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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\nWe need deep thinking, deep reading, and deep meditation to come to know the things of God.
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 dive into a conversation centered around race and discipleship.
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\nIf we have the blessing to be proximate to Jesus in the Eucharist, how can we not be inspired to invite everyone we know to meet Him as well?
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.
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\nGive, be generous, and enjoy the love of God.
Is truth something that we each get to decide for ourselves? In this episode, Jeff explains the difference between valuing the individual and the radical individualism that is so prevalent in our world today.
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\nThe individual matters and has inestimable value.
Do you struggle with worry? Life is full of reasons to worry and opportunities to lose our peace. In this episode, Jeff speaks with author Melissa Overmyer to talk about her new book and the recipe to combat worry.
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\nGod is all powerful and nothing is beyond his ability to heal and transform and renew.
Do you struggle with knowledge hoarding? There is so much information to consume but so often that knowledge is rarely put into action. Jeff offers three steps to help you take the knowledge you have and put it into action.
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\nKnowledge is not meant to gather dust. It is meant to be put into action.
As the Activated Disciple series comes to a close, Jeff recaps our journey over the last couple of weeks and offers us some next steps in our personal discipleship with the Lord.
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\n\nImitation is the foundation of discipleship.
\n\nWhat does it mean to be covered in the dust of your rabbi? In this episode, Jeff explains this historic phrase and reveals how as activated disciples, we must conform our lives to Christ. We are called to participate in the life of Christ.
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\nAn activated disciple must conform their life to the life of Christ.
How do we proclaim the Gospel to others? Jeff shares the seven points of the Gospel that every evangelist should know, common excuses we make up for not sharing the Gospel, and the simple way we can double our parish size in just five years.
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\n\nEvangelization always begins with proclaiming how the Lord changed your own life.
\n\nIf Jesus asked you to follow him today, would tomorrow be any different than yesterday? Jeff discusses some the disciplines of a disciple and reveals their importance in the life of a follower of Christ.
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\nIf you want to know what Jesus prayed about, look at what he did.
How does someone come into the Church? Jeff outlines the process of a person coming into the Church and how you can be a part of that process. He also discusses what it means to put on Christ and be a part of the Body of Christ.
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\n“For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ.” Galatians 3:27
Who chooses whom? In this third part of the Activated Disciple series, Jeff Cavins explains how God chose us first and how we are called to respond.
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\nThe vocation of every Christian is to imitate God.
When you imagine what a disciple should look like, what do you see? In this second part of the Activated Disciple series, Jeff Cavins discusses the importance of imitating Christ in order to be a disciple.
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\nGod does not ask us to change and then abandon us. He remains with us.
Are you a fan or a follower? In this first part of the Activated Disciple retreat, Jeff discusses the difference between being a fan of Jesus and being a follower of Jesus. What does it mean to be a follower and how do we get there?
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\nFans don’t change the world, but followers do.
Are you looking for faith opportunities for the young people in your life? Jeff sits down with the leaders of an incredible faith opportunity called Damascus, a Catholic camp for youth. Tune in to hear all about the story, mission, and experience of Damascus.
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\n“This is the first time I heard God speak to me.”
Do you want to experience true transformation this Lent? Jeff shares an exciting way for you to get the most of your Lent this year, experience real change, and become the disciple God is calling you to be.
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\n\n"The shape of your day is reflected by the love for your life. What would it like for Christ to shape your day?"
\n\nWhat is the leaven of the Pharisees? Diving into Scripture, Jeff shows how Jesus Christ came for all people and that even now we must avoid the Pharisaic view and bring Christ to all people.
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\nIf everyone in the Church lived and worshiped like you, would the Church grow in the next year?
What does it mean to live the good life? Jeff Cavins describes what it really means to live the good life and gives twelve aspects of living it. He also identifies the barriers we might face in our pursuit of the good life.
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\nA key to living the good life is to daily do the will of God.
In 1982, Mother Teresa of Calcutta delivered a powerful commencement address at St. Thomas Aquinas College. Today, I share with you her simple yet profound words to those young people. No matter what you're going through in life right now, Mother Teresa's timeless words will surely move your heart and remind you that you are beloved.
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\n\n"Do not be afraid. Do not be afraid to love. Even when suffering comes, humiliation comes, pain comes, success comes, joy comes. Remember, you are precious to Him. He loves you."- St. Teresa of Calcutta
\n\nJeff gives an overview of the four types of core wounds. He explains the lies that we believe, how they impact our relationships and behaviors, and concludes with a few simple steps we can take to start the healing process.
\n\nDisclaimer: Jeff Cavins is not a psychologist, but shares these observations on suffering based on his time serving and helping people during his years as a pastor. These are general observations on the symptoms of suffering and basic recommendations for ways to begin healing.
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\n\nWhen suffering from a core wound, the most important first step is identifying it. Then, you can invite God to help you start the healing process.
\n\nGod helps us to grow into the fruitful branches he needs us to be by having us endure different spiritual seasons. Just like each season is essential to the growth of a fruitful grape vine, each spiritual season plays an essential part in helping us as disciples better follow Christ. Jeff offers some comforting perspective on this and encourages us to embrace the seasons we're in, even if it is one of pruning and cleansing.
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\n"I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. Every branch of mine that bears no fruit, he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit," John 15: 1-2
People encounter Christ by encountering him through the words and deeds of Christians. Jeff shares how we can be an essential part of the "grapevine" through which others can be touched by God and encouraged to enter into a relationship with Christ.
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\n\nWe want to be part of the grapevine helping people hear about the Lord, especially by bringing them to the Eucharist. We do this by touching people through our words and actions.
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\n\nJeff takes us into the new year by sharing a beautiful prayer from St. Ephraim, which highlights how reading the Word of God is like drinking from a fountain and having our thirst quenched. He also shares his conversation with the hosts of Ascension's new podcast launching in 2022, La Biblia en un Año, which brings the Bible in a Year experience to the Hispanic community.
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\n\n"For your word, Lord, has many shades of meaning just as those who study it have many different points of view. The Lord has colored his word with many hues so that each person who studies it can see in it what he loves. He has hidden many treasures in his word so that each of us is enriched as we meditate on it."- St. Ephraim
\n\nJeff shares two gifts and three stocking stuffers from Jesus in this Christmas special.
\n\nStatues can make a big difference in helping keep our Faith present in our daily lives, especially for kids as they grow up. But, sometimes religious statues make people uncomfortable. Jeff describes how statues are not idols, but rather tools to remind us of our salvation and the virtues we need to cultivate to attain it.
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\n\nReligious statues point to the Incarnate Word, Jesus Christ. A statue of Jesus points to salvation. We do not worship the statue, but rather use it as a tool to inspire our prayer and growth in virtue.
\n\nWe all have many choices to make in these times, whether at work or at home. We need wisdom in our life to make the right decisions. Jeff explains the differences between knowledge, wisdom, and understanding and why acting on principle rather than preference is how to align our decisions with God's will. He then concludes with four steps to help you make the right decisions.
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\n\nWhen we apply knowledge to make the right decisions, we act wisely. When we ask God and act according to his Word, our decisions bear good fruit in our lives and benefit others.
\n\nHow has God blessed you this year? In today's brief Thanksgiving episode, Jeff invites us to reflect on the greatness and generosity of God the Father and encourages us to live in constant thanksgiving for all the ways he provides for us.
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\n\n"God is the Father Almighty, whose fatherhood and power shed light on one another: God reveals his fatherly omnipotence by the way he takes care of our need."- CCC 270
\n\nUnforgiveness is one of the biggest stumbling blocks in our walk with the Lord. Jeff uses the parable of the unforgiving servant to share with us how unforgiveness hardens our hearts, immobilizes us spiritually, and prevents us from appreciating God’s mercy with our own brokenness.
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\n\nThere is a relationship between us being forgiven and us forgiving others. If you struggle with unforgiveness, remember what Jesus did for you on the Cross.
\n\nJesus tells us to pray, fast, and give alms in secret because the Father who sees in secret will repay us. Jeff expands on this fascinating teaching and invites us to think about our secret places where we meet God and encounter his love.
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\n\n"Your Father who sees in secret will repay you."- Matthew 6:4
\n\nAre you willing to give every part of your life to Christ? Jeff invites us to reflect on our commitment to Christ and encourages us to not be afraid to be all in for Christ, for when we give everything to him, we experience true happiness.
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\n\n"Jesus asks for a total, radical, all in dedication to him. He asks us to give every aspect of our lives to him because he gave every aspect of his life to us."
\n\nIn today's society it can be so tempting to compare ourselves with others and to feel insecure. Jeff offers us various Scripture verses that help us find our confidence in the Lord, and reminds us that the only person we need to compare ourselves with is Jesus Christ.
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\n\nConversion is not about being a better version of yourself, it’s about becoming like Jesus Christ.
\n\nHave you ever come across a wise insight in your reading or prayer but had no way of remembering it? Jeff shares with us today a practical tool help us capture powerful insights so that we can can hold on to wisdom and truth, and also pass them down to future generations.
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\n\nWe have to recover the art of gathering wisdom and passing it down to future generations.
\n\nDo you ever feel like you’re different from everyone else? Today, Jeff invites us to marvel at the reality that each person is unrepeatable and a unique masterpiece of God’s creativity and love.
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\n\n“God has the ability to create billions of people and no two are the same.”
\n\nJeff continues walking us through more of Jesus' parables today, and invites us to reflect on the ways Jesus is challenging us to listen more closely to the Word of God, and to let it shape the way we treat others.
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\n\nHow often do you hear the Word of God without letting it take root in your heart?
\n\nDid you know that Jesus is constantly sharing stories about you through his parables? Today, Jeff walks us through various parables and challenges us find ourselves in those stories and reflect how Jesus is calling us to grow in our relationship with him.
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\n\nWho are you in the parables? The prodigal son or daughter, the unforgiving servant, or the good samaritan? The parables are not random stories, they are stories about us.
\n\nIt’s good to have faith, but you need to have the work to back it up. Today, Jeff explains why it’s so important to pair our faith with works, giving several examples from the Bible and the Catechism.
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\n“Entrust yourself to him.”
Do you find yourself complaining often? In this two-part episode, Jeff shares some passages from the Old Testament about complaining, and relates our frustrations with the frustrations of the Israelites in the wilderness.
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\n“When people complain and whine, they may be expressing a thirst for God they’re not yet aware of.”
Do you find yourself complaining often? In this two-part episode, Jeff shares some passages from the Old Testament about complaining, and relates our frustrations with the frustrations of the Israelites in the wilderness.
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\n“God thirsts that we would thirst for Him.” - St. Augustine
When was the last time you asked yourself, “Am I satisfied with God”? Today, Jeff addresses this question, and encourages us to examine our relationship with Christ daily through scripture and doctrine.
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\n“God thirsts that you would thirst for him.” - St. Augustine
Are you offended easily? Today, Jeff explains why it’s important to not let our emotions get the best of us, and how being easily offended could interfere with our relationship with God.
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\n“Unforgiveness and being offended are carefully laid traps of the enemy.”
What is it that you're truly longing for? Today, Jeff explains why the things we want can’t be found in material things, and shares some resources on finding the true source of our desires.
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\n“Our capacity for grandeur and satisfaction is too big to stop with the things of this world.”
So just how dangerous can tarot cards, ouija boards, and astrology really be? Today, Jeff discusses the Christian view of occult powers, and shares passages from the Bible and Catechism explaining their sinful nature.
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\n“Satan is a liar, and if we go to places outside the kingdom of God, putting our trust in these things, you will get answers, but they’re lies.”
What should you do if you’re invited to a Protestant Bible study? Jeff reminds us of the characteristics of a good Bible study, and also offers us seven things to keep in mind for a Catholic who attends a Protestant Bible study.
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\n\n“The goal of Bible study is to gain an understanding of the heart of God and His plan, not to win a theological battle.”
\n\nDo you and your fiance have a plan for your engagement? Today, Jeff shares some advice for engaged couples preparing for marriage, drawing from his own experience with his wife Emily.
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\n“The Bible is key to engaged couples, because it’s in salvation history that you will learn about the heart of your heavenly Father, and his plan for your life.”
How many of the foundations in your life can you be sure will last forever? Today, Jeff explains how we can root ourselves in the foundation of Jesus Christ, and the wonderful effect it will have in our lives.
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\n“Is your life really built in Jesus Christ?”
There are two types of makeup: the kind we wear on our face and the kind we wear in our speech. Today, Jeff expresses the importance of avoiding false forms of speaking, especially as Christians.
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\n“Let your yes be yes and your no be no, that you may not fall under condemnation.” - James 5:12
Do you ever feel like you don’t have what it takes to do God’s will? Today, Jeff shares some scripture verses that show God’s provision in our lives, and how he can do great things with little gestures of faith.
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\n“Jesus called you to be his disciple, and he made that decision knowing that whatever you brought to the table, he could use.”
Do your children know your story? Today, Jeff encourages parents to be vulnerable with their children and share their struggles, humiliations, and fears of their childhood. Vulnerability builds bridges of trust and gives children the freedom to also share their experience with their parents, knowing that they are loved in their brokenness.
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\n\nVulnerability builds bridges of trust and gives children the freedom to also share their experience with their parents, knowing that they are loved in their brokenness.
\n\nAre we able to forgive those who have hurt our loved ones? Today, Jeff gives some words of encouragement regarding forgiveness, especially when people have hurt those closest to us.
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\n“I have said this to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” - John 16:33
Is there a benefit to suffering? What’s the point? Today, Jeff explains the purpose of suffering and shares some ways we can use it to not only grow closer to Christ but to help our loved ones do the same.
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\n“Suffering is almost inseparable from man’s earthly existence.” - St. Pope John Paul II (Salvifici Doloris)
Have you ever sought to disciple someone in your life? Today, Jeff shares his powerful experience of being discipled by two friends who helped him deepen his relationship with Christ. We learn the six things his friends did that truly made a big difference in Jeff's life.
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\n\n“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” -Matthew 4:18
\n\nHave you emulated the light of Christ today? Today, Jeff shares some ways we can spread light through the darkness of this world.
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\n“The world doesn’t need my light or your light, it needs something much greater: it needs the light of Christ.”
Losing a spouse is one of the most heartbreaking things we can experience in this life, but we don’t have to go through it alone. Today, Jeff talks about his personal experiences ministering to those who have lost a spouse and gives some counsel on how we can remember those we’ve lost in the Eucharist.
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\n“You will know your spouse in Heaven, and you can know them today in the Eucharist.”
Are you allowing God to protect you? Today, Jeff explains his encounter with a killdeer bird, and what it showed him about God’s unshakable faithfulness for us.
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\n“For you have been my help, and in the shadow of your wings I will sing for joy.” - Psalms 63:7
We live in a society that is so rich, yet it often leaves us feeling so empty. How how do we feed our soul? Jeff offers us five ways to feed that hunger in our soul that always leaves us wanting more from life.
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\n\n“The place where your soul is fed is when you are in the Father’s plan of sheer goodness.”
\n\nHave you ever realized how much of the Bible we say during mass? Today, Jeff talks about the most quoted verses in the Bible, including the most quoted verse in the entire world.
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\n“Of all the verses in the Bible, God has brought one to the mass that we say over and over.”
What kind of things does your parish need right now? Today, Jeff seeks to help by sharing five topics he wants to share with your parish.
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\n\nEspecially in a time like this, we could all use a bit more light. Today, Jeff explains how we can find God’s faithfulness in the darkness of nighttime, even if it’s just in the stars.
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\n\n“God took enough time, even in creation, to create the sun, the moon, and the stars as a reflection of his faithfulness towards you.”
\n\nDoes your experience in mass on Sunday have an impact on your week? Today, Jeff explains the difference between Kronos and Kairos time, and how we can take the moments of mass and carry them into the rest of our week.
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\n“Sacred time transforms secular time.”
Who are the lost sheep in your life? Today, Jeff explains the parable of the lost sheep, and shares how we can find the lost sheep in our lives, and bring them back to Christ.
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\n\n“If a parish is not equipped to recognize and go after lost sheep, we will not find them.”
\n\nWhat example did Jesus leave us just hours before his Passion, and how are we following it today? Today, Jeff reflects on John 13 and its relation to Holy Week 2021, and how we can follow Christ’s example every day. He also speaks with Anna Mitchell about Bible in a Year, featuring Fr. Mike.
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\n“It is only Jesus’ cross that gives our cross meaning.”
We need to start thinking post-resurrection instead of pre-resurrection. Today, Jeff explains a shift in thinking that will not only change our life but will change our relationship with Christ for the better.
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\n“There is not a saint in Heaven that merely followed behind Jesus.”
Have you ever felt stuck between the desires of the spirit and the desires of the flesh? Today, Jeff shows us how to overcome the constant tension we feel between our yearning for heaven and our yearning for the things of this passing world. By taking us back to Scripture, he shows us how to face this battle and walk according to God's purpose for our lives.
\n\nAscension is proud to partner with authentically Catholic institutions and organizations committed to spreading the Gospel. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode, Ave Maria University
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\n\n"Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation; the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
\n\nSometimes the most powerful thing you can do is just ask, “How can I help?”. Today, Jeff is joined by Chef John Folse to talk about the woman who raised him, Mary Ferchard, and how her Christ-like witness inspired him to always help others however he can.
\n\nAscension is proud to partner with authentically Catholic institutions and organizations committed to spreading the Gospel. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode, Ave Maria University
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\n“You can never outdo God’s generosity.”
Just as our bodies need water, our souls need nourishment too. Today, Jeff talks about the importance of renewing our relationship with Christ through his eternal fountain.
\n\nAscension is proud to partner with authentically Catholic institutions and organizations committed to spreading the Gospel. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode, Ave Maria University
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\n“God thirsts that you would thirst for him.” - St. Augustine
Ever find yourself not knowing what to say when evangelizing? Today, Jeff gives two phrases we can go to when being a witness of Christ.
\n\nAscension is proud to partner with authentically Catholic institutions and organizations committed to spreading the Gospel. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode, Ave Maria University
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\n“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28
Everyone needs to search their hearts and ask how they will prepare for the Lord. Today, Jeff talks about how we can use Lent to draw ourselves closer to God and to prepare our hearts for his coming.
\n\nAscension is proud to partner with authentically Catholic institutions and organizations committed to spreading the Gospel. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode, Ave Maria University
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\n\n“It’s the precious moments that make up your life united with Christ, that’s what will last forever.”
\n\nWe spend so much time standing in lines, why not make the best of it? Today, Jeff talks about 8 ways we can take advantage of the time we spend standing in line.
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\n“How will the result at the end of the line benefit your relationship with the Lord?”
We all face failure, but trial comes with a great opportunity for grace. Today, Jeff talks about embracing failure as a way to grow in Christ, instead of becoming discouraged.
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\n“The beautiful thing about the Lord is that he never gives up on you.”
Young Catholic entrepreneurs are needed now more than ever. Today, Jeff shares his experience working in the Catholic media industry and offers us ten tips for young Catholic entrepreneurs today.
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\n\n“What has God put on your heart? What is it he wants you to do?”
\n\nWhen was that last time you just sat down and meditated on life? Today, Jeff talks about the importance of taking time daily to think.
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\n“Think differently as the people of God.”
What the world needs now, is love. Today, Jeff debunks 3 reasons for not wanting to bring children into this broken world, using scripture and the example of St. Zelie and St. Louis Martin.
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\n“Every time you give birth to a child, you are giving birth to a new image of God on the earth… that’s what the world needs now, is love.”
Today, Jeff explains how we can bring light into our lives to combat the darkness of the world.
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\n“We look at everything that is going on in the world with the understanding that ultimately, darkness will be defeated here and forevermore by Jesus Christ. We have won, but the battle rages.”
Happy New Year! Today, Jeff gives some encouragement for starting 2021 strong and spiritually healthy.
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\n“You can know his heart and plan, but if you don’t trust him, you may end up placing your trust in other things.”
Merry Christmas! Today, Jeff talks with Fr. Mike Schmitz about his new podcast, Bible in a Year, which launches on January 1st, 2021.
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\n“He put you here for a reason, what is that reason? Let’s move forward and listen to his word, so that he may reveal himself through it.”
Sin affects all of us, and the story of David in 2 Samuel proves that. Today, Jeff explains how praying with Psalm 51 can help us prepare our souls for confession, through the example of David.
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\n\n“There is no such thing as private sin, it affects all of us, all of mankind.” - Pope St. John Paul II
\n\nStruggling with anxiety, frustration, and depression during these covid lockdowns? Maybe all we need to do is change our perspective. Today, Jeff pulls some inspiration from St. Paul’s letters to the Philippians, Ephesians, and Colossians, to help us center our hearts in the Lord during these confusing times.
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\n“It is God who works in you, both to will and to work, for his pleasure.”
If Jesus showed up at your front door today, what would you say? Today, Jeff lists 5 things you would never say to God out-loud, but might have thought once or twice.
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\n“He must increase, but I must decrease.” - John 3:30
Happy Thanksgiving! Today, Jeff talks about how we can cultivate an attitude of thankfulness for everything we have, and how we can practice greater gratitude in our daily lives. Let’s start saying “thanks for everything” instead of “thanks for nothing!”
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\n\n“The secret to happiness is gratitude.” - GK Chesterton
\n\nWe all have bucket lists for our lives, but have we ever asked what's on God's bucket list for us? Today, Jeff shares with us God's desires and plans for our lives revealed in Scripture. If we pause to ask God what he has in store for us, we will be surprised by God's marvelous dreams for us.
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\n\nIf we pause to ask God what he has in store for us, we will be surprised by how God's dreams for us.
\n\nSaying grace before meals is a common tradition in the Catholic faith. Today, Jeff delves into the biblical history of praying before meals and offers us two main ways to pray before meals so that however we pray, it may be a meaningful tradition in our homes.
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\n\nWhen we bless God before meals, we acknowledge that he is the giver of all good gifts.
\n\nIn the battles of our life, it’s important to remembern that God is the reason we triumph and overcome!
\n\n“But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 15:57
\n\nHow do we find peace in a world that is constantly changing? Today, Jeff offers us hope and wisdom in these unprecedented times from the document Gaudium et spes (GS) – Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World. This Second Vatican Council document reminds us that the true stability we seek is only found in the One who never changes, Jesus Christ.
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\n\n“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”- Hebrews 13:8
\n\nIn our walk with Christ, we have to learn to detect spiritual landmines- the sins that are destructive in our lives and separate us from God. Today, Jeff shares the story of Magawa, a rodent trained to detect deadly landmines in Cambodia to inspire us to also find our spiritual landmines that harm our relationship with the Lord.
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\n\nSin is a spiritual landmine for the soul, and Christ is the Divine Physician who comes to heal the destruction.
\n\nWhat exactly does Scripture say about drinking? Today, Jeff dives into the Bible to explain what it teaches and breaks down both the benefits of drinking, and the dangers of drinking excessively.
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\n\n"Temperance is the moral virtue that moderates the attraction of pleasures and provides balance in the use of created goods. It ensures the will's mastery over instincts and keeps desires within the limits of what is honorable. "- CC 1809
\n\nIt can be tempting to lose hope and optimism in a chaotic and divisive world. Today, Jeff offers us 10 practical ways to ignite our optimism and keep our gaze fixed on the victory of Jesus Christ.
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\n\nIn dark times, let us keep our gaze fixed on the victory of Jesus Christ who has already won the battle and sits on the throne of glory.
\n\nDo you struggle to find time during the day to pray? Today, Jeff gives us five reasons why the morning is the best time to pray. No matter how unorganized or tired we may feel in the morning, speaking with God in the morning can change how we experience the day.
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\n\n“God’s mercy is fresh every morning.”
\n\nThere are times in our lives when we either hide from God or we feel like God is hiding from us. Today, Jeff uses Scripture to remind us that God is always searching for us no matter how much we try to hide from him. Sometimes it’s not so much about finding God, but rather it’s about letting ourselves be found by him.
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\n\n“You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.” - Jeremiah 29:13
\n\nDo you find yourself just going through the motions in life and feeling empty? Today, Jeff explains the difference between making a living and making a life and shares practical ways to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
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\n\nMaking a living is temporal, while making a life is eternal.
\n\nAsking a father for the hand of his daughter can be a nerve racking experience. Today, Jeff explains the biblical roots of asking a father for the hand of his daughter, and shares tips to ace this exciting moment in the life of a man.
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\n\nWhen you ask a father for the hand of his daughter, let him know that you will love his daughter the way Christ loves his bride the Church.
\n\nThere are over 10,000 saints canonized by the Catholic Church. Today, Jeff shares a number of inspiring saints children will love and invites us to pair our children with saints so they always have role models in heaven they can relate to and imitate.
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\n\nWhile the saints are not divine, they are perfected Christians who have finished the race and can inspire us to keep running towards Christ.
\n\nA name given to a baby in the womb says to the world that they are of great value. There’s a change in the relationship with a baby in the womb when we name him or her before birth because we recognize their personhood. Today, Jeff shares with us seven people in the bible who were named before birth, including Jesus!
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\n\nA name given to a baby in the womb says to the world that they are of great value, seven people in the Bible were named before birth, including Jesus!
\n\nOur physical bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, which means that we are called to take care of them. Today, Jeff shares his approach to healthy eating and explains his most recent diet plan that brought him closer to the Lord in a surprising way. Please note that this episode is based on Jeff’s personal experience, be sure to consult a medical professional as you decide what eating habits are best for you.
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\n\n“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.”- 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
\n\nConfirmation can be a powerful turning point in our relationship with Christ. Today, Jeff and Colin MacIver from Ascension talk about the beauty of the sacrament of Confirmation and point us to a new resource- The Catechist’s Field Guide to Confirmation- that will prepare confirmation candidates for an impactful encounter with the Holy Spirit.
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\n\nThe sacrament of Confirmation is an outpouring of the Holy Spirit that is permanent, it makes a powerful and lasting change in the soul.
\n\nAs disciples of Christ, our speech matters. While the expression “holy crap” has become commonplace in our culture today, Jeff challenges us to re-evaluate the use of this expression by explaining the meaning of the word “holy” and the reverence we should have for it.
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\n\nPart of being a disciple of Christ is being able to clearly distinguish between that which is holy and that which is unholy.
\n\nWhat do you treasure most in your life? Today, Jeff challenges us to look within ourselves and examine whether our hearts are set on the Kingdom of God or some other worldly treasure. Each day of our lives, we have the opportunity to level up and make Jesus our most precious treasure.
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\n\nDid you know that you are a treasure to God? He gave up everything to obtain you. But will you do the same for him?
\n\nIn times of trial, our faith is often challenged and purified. Today, Jeff looks back at the Jesus Movement of the early 1970s and encourages us to use our current time of social unrest and uncertainty as an opportunity to proclaim Christ and reinvigorate our faith.
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\n\n“Raise Jesus up and proclaim him with boldness.”
\n\nJeff interviews Dr. Andrew Swafford on his latest study, Hebrews: The New and Eternal Covenant. Dr. Swafford shows us that by understanding the roots of liturgical worship in the old testament, we can have a deeper appreciation for the eternal sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. In this episode, Jeff and Dr.Swafford dive into the letter to the Hebrews and offer us a renewed love for the Mass.
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\n\n“We no longer imitate the heavenly liturgy, we actually share in it because Christ has reconciled heaven and earth.”
\n\nPassing on the faith to your children in today’s culture is not easy. In this episode, Jeff draws from the Old Testament to share 4 opportunities to instruct your children in the faith, and to help them live out the Gospel in a world that often opposes it.
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\n\nMake the most of every opportunity, know what the will of the Lord is, and pass that on to you children.
\n\nAs we celebrate July 4th this year in the midst of a pandemic and social unrest, let us remember that Jesus Christ has already paid the ransom for our freedom from sin. In this special episode, Jeff encourages us to live in the freedom and hope of Christ as we navigate these difficult times in our lives. If we cling to Christ and allow him to change us, we will experience true freedom and peace.
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\n\n“Faith is going to be part of the recipe for freedom in this country and for peace among us.”
\n\nDo you tend to cruise through Ordinary Time during the Church’s liturgical year? Jeff reminds us that Ordinary Time can truly be an extraordinary time in our lives if we fully embrace the liturgical calendar and its purpose. By understanding the deeper meaning behind the liturgical calendar, we come to understand that Ordinary Time can be incredibly fruitful in our discipleship with Christ if we use it well.
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\n\n“Ordinary Time is called ordinary not because it is not special or less significant"
\n\nImagine how much the Catholic Church would grow if each of us shared the Gospel with another person. Today, Jeff encourages us to embrace the challenge of evangelization and offers specific steps to share the Gospel in an engaging way. You don’t have to be an expert in theology to share the Gospel. Christ can use you in marvelous ways if you simply give him the chance.
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\n_It is our experience with the Lord that leads to evangelization, do not fear talking to people. _
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On today’s show, Jeff talks about how we can love members of our family that may have fallen away from the faith. Whether its siblings, cousins, or even our parents, these seven tips on how to love your wayward children are sure to strengthen your family.
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\n\n“Praying that they become Catholic is not enough, Christ is the goal.”
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On today’s show, Jeff is joined by our very own Father Josh as they reflect on the racial divide in our country, and the events of the past week. We continue to mourn the passing of George Floyd and all those killed under racist motives, and pray for peace, unity, and forgiveness in our country.
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\n“We as Catholics are ministers of reconciliation.”
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Special Guest: Fr. Josh Johnson.
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\n“God often speaks to us not in commotion, but in the silence of prayer.”
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How are you handling quarantine? Have you asked your Mom for help? Today, Jeff shares some insight on the imagery of a pearl, and Mary as the mother of pearls. As we continue to have our lives altered and interrupted by the Coronavirus, Jeff offers some practical advice on how to lean on the support of our Mother, who knows all our sufferings.
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\n“A beautiful pearl can come from this confinement.”_
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","summary":"How are you handling quarantine? Have you asked your Mom for help? Today, Jeff shares some insight on the imagery of a pearl, and Mary as the mother of pearls. As we continue to have our lives altered and interrupted by the Coronavirus, Jeff offers some practical advice on how to lean on the support of our Mother, who knows all our sufferings. ","date_published":"2020-05-22T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/3c9f52ee-2d03-4a1e-b30c-d9c0ac720fc3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":50099008,"duration_in_seconds":1989}]},{"id":"b99ece39-c06b-4f46-8f67-85b7dde39751","title":"Simplify Your Life: Examining Your Heart and Home!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/166","content_text":"Why is it so difficult to simplify our life? Jeff has always had a passion for the concept of simplifying one’s life, and now he’s going to share that passion with you! On today’s show, Jeff talks about ways we can simplify our lives during quarantine, and answers some of your questions in a LIVE Facebook broadcast. \n\nSnippet from the Show\n“Beautiful things point to Jesus, and if we can get ahold of that, it will change our lives.”\n\nEmail us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com or text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get Jeff’s shownotes delivered straight to your email!","content_html":"Why is it so difficult to simplify our life? Jeff has always had a passion for the concept of simplifying one’s life, and now he’s going to share that passion with you! On today’s show, Jeff talks about ways we can simplify our lives during quarantine, and answers some of your questions in a LIVE Facebook broadcast.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Beautiful things point to Jesus, and if we can get ahold of that, it will change our lives.”
Email us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com or text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get Jeff’s shownotes delivered straight to your email!
","summary":"Why is it so difficult to simplify our life? Jeff has always had a passion for the concept of simplifying one’s life, and now he’s going to share that passion with you! On today’s show, Jeff talks about ways we can simplify our lives during quarantine, and answers some of your questions in a LIVE Facebook broadcast. ","date_published":"2020-05-15T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/b99ece39-c06b-4f46-8f67-85b7dde39751.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":78934260,"duration_in_seconds":3186}]},{"id":"da2fb71b-7bd5-4b25-a0c9-0705e6026cad","title":"How to Navigate Your Marriage During COVID-19","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/165","content_text":"Many marriages are being put to the test right now, as we continue dealing with the realities of COVID-19. Jeff is joined by psychologist Dr. Peter Damgaard-Hansen to discuss some of the problems married couples may encounter in quarantine and how we can better love and communicate with our spouses. \n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!\n\nTo sign up for weekly episode shownotes sent directly to your inbox, text JEFFCAVINS to 33-777.","content_html":"Many marriages are being put to the test right now, as we continue dealing with the realities of COVID-19. Jeff is joined by psychologist Dr. Peter Damgaard-Hansen to discuss some of the problems married couples may encounter in quarantine and how we can better love and communicate with our spouses.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
\n\nTo sign up for weekly episode shownotes sent directly to your inbox, text JEFFCAVINS to 33-777.
","summary":"Many marriages are being put to the test right now, as we continue dealing with the realities of COVID-19. Jeff is joined by psychologist Dr. Peter Damgaard-Hansen to discuss some of the problems married couples may encounter in quarantine and how we can better love and communicate with our spouses. ","date_published":"2020-05-08T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/da2fb71b-7bd5-4b25-a0c9-0705e6026cad.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":59777446,"duration_in_seconds":2393}]},{"id":"f385de60-c7a4-44d2-bdf8-61062e32de6e","title":"Me Me Me \"Meology\" vs. Theology","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/164","content_text":"Are we living our lives for ourselves, or for God? On today’s show, Jeff talks about perspective and how we can focus our lives on God and not ourselves. \n\nSnippet from the Show\n“If the sole objective of our lives is to make ourselves better, then we miss the mark.”\n\nEmail us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com \nText “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get added to Jeff’s shownotes email list! For full shownotes, go to media.ascensionpress.com","content_html":"Are we living our lives for ourselves, or for God? On today’s show, Jeff talks about perspective and how we can focus our lives on God and not ourselves.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“If the sole objective of our lives is to make ourselves better, then we miss the mark.”
Email us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com
\nText “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get added to Jeff’s shownotes email list! For full shownotes, go to media.ascensionpress.com
Jeff offers some words of encouragement through St. Paul’s messages to the Church during this time of COVID-19, encouraging us to be doers of the word of God, not just hearers.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Some of our most important relationships are the ones at home.”
When so many things are stripped away, we’re left to examine what’s most important. Jeff discusses how we can simplify our lives by discovering the things that are essential, and taking away the things that distract us from what matters most.
\n\nGet the shownotes! Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"When so many things are stripped away, we’re left to examine what’s most important. Jeff discusses how we can simplify our lives by discovering the things that are essential, and taking away the things that distract us from what matters most. ","date_published":"2020-04-17T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/3fc4ea52-7950-4873-8630-a20e5df75e98.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":52857886,"duration_in_seconds":2110}]},{"id":"1afd4fce-44a1-49b8-b9ea-464d05220f1c","title":"Catholics, Cuisine, and Coronavirus","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/161","content_text":"Jeff sits down with Chef John Folse to discuss how to cope with the effects of coronavirus.\n\n\nText “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get added to Jeff’s shownotes email list!\n","content_html":"Jeff sits down with Chef John Folse to discuss how to cope with the effects of coronavirus.
\n\nThere are three things within us that can help us deal with trials like coronavirus: faith, hope, and charity. Through these virtues, we can respond to a crisis with confidence and trust in our Lord. Jeff pulls from the Catechism of the Catholic Church and Scripture to illustrate what a faithful, hopeful, and charitable response to this crisis looks like.
\n\nText “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get the shownotes or email us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"There are three things within us that can help us deal with trials like coronavirus: faith, hope, and charity. Through these virtues, we can respond to a crisis with confidence and trust in our Lord. Jeff pulls from the Catechism of the Catholic Church and Scripture to illustrate what a faithful, hopeful, and charitable response to this crisis looks like.","date_published":"2020-04-03T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/ea9a4791-2b19-4065-8962-de5a10dd3154.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":57122353,"duration_in_seconds":2292}]},{"id":"c22b938f-f9ee-4ef2-9229-813121ef274a","title":"10 Bible Verses on Fear","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/159","content_text":"Fear is all around us as we face this global pandemic, but the Lord does not want us to worry, he wants us to trust. Jeff looks up ten Bible verses on fear that can help us look to the Lord as our help, instead of relying solely on ourselves. \n\nGet the shownotes by texting \"jeffcavins\" to 33-777","content_html":"Fear is all around us as we face this global pandemic, but the Lord does not want us to worry, he wants us to trust. Jeff looks up ten Bible verses on fear that can help us look to the Lord as our help, instead of relying solely on ourselves.
\n\nGet the shownotes by texting "jeffcavins" to 33-777
","summary":"Fear is all around us as we face this global pandemic, but the Lord does not want us to worry, he wants us to trust. Jeff looks up ten Bible verses on fear that can help us look to the Lord as our help, instead of relying solely on ourselves. Get the shownotes by texting \"jeffcavins\" to 33-777","date_published":"2020-03-27T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/c22b938f-f9ee-4ef2-9229-813121ef274a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":51344962,"duration_in_seconds":2054}]},{"id":"adfcfe85-1505-4b5e-9fe8-db0315c94431","title":"The Fear behind Closed Doors","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/158","content_text":"After the Crucifixion, the disciples shut themselves up in the Upper Room, in fear of their lives. Jesus came among them and said, “Peace be with you.” As we experience fear and uncertainty these few weeks, we ultimately must realize that everything will be OK if we put ourselves in God’s hands. Email us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com to get the full shownotes or text “jeffcavins” to 33-777.","content_html":"After the Crucifixion, the disciples shut themselves up in the Upper Room, in fear of their lives. Jesus came among them and said, “Peace be with you.” As we experience fear and uncertainty these few weeks, we ultimately must realize that everything will be OK if we put ourselves in God’s hands. Email us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com to get the full shownotes or text “jeffcavins” to 33-777.
","summary":"After the Crucifixion, the disciples shut themselves up in the Upper Room, in fear of their lives. Jesus came among them and said, “Peace be with you.” As we experience fear and uncertainty these few weeks, we ultimately must realize that everything will be OK if we put ourselves in God’s hands. Email us at tjcs@ascensionpress.com to get the full shownotes or text “jeffcavins” to 33-777.","date_published":"2020-03-20T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/adfcfe85-1505-4b5e-9fe8-db0315c94431.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":48052629,"duration_in_seconds":1921}]},{"id":"7b030280-1be7-4787-aa4c-564f94abac59","title":"Be My Guest: Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/157","content_text":"Jeff interviews Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio (a.k.a Dr. Italy), co-author of the new study Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life. They talk about how Jesus comes alive for us today, how we can grow closer to him, and how to share him with others. \n\nText “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get added to Jeff’s shownotes email list!\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“When we share the Gospel, we’re not threatening, we’re inviting.”","content_html":"Jeff interviews Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio (a.k.a Dr. Italy), co-author of the new study Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life. They talk about how Jesus comes alive for us today, how we can grow closer to him, and how to share him with others.
\n\nText “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get added to Jeff’s shownotes email list!
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“When we share the Gospel, we’re not threatening, we’re inviting.”
Jeff is talking with Matthew James Christoff about how men must go deeper in confession to overcome the temptations they face everyday. They go over seven questions fathers can ask themselves in an examination of conscience before they enter the confessional. These questions are directly related to the seven attacks Satan makes on the family.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“If you don’t have an explicit commitment with your bride to ascend in holiness together, disunity starts there.”
Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get added to Jeff’s shownotes email list!
","summary":"Jeff is talking with Matthew James Christoff about how men must go deeper in confession to overcome the temptations they face everyday. They go over seven questions fathers can ask themselves in an examination of conscience before they enter the confessional. These questions are directly related to the seven attacks Satan makes on the family. Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get added to Jeff’s shownotes email list!","date_published":"2020-03-06T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/c79bd46a-dbdb-48a0-bdda-5ddc207a6b5b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":62439126,"duration_in_seconds":2528}]},{"id":"cdde2b7d-f5a1-44f5-b5aa-f190670427db","title":"Into the Night: Lent, Confession, and Transformation","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/155","content_text":"Jeff guides you deeper into your heart and conscience than you’ve ever gone before. In your next confession, don’t repeat your usual “sin checklist” to the priest. Instead, fully expose your heart to Jesus and allow him to bring hope, healing, and peace in a way that profoundly transforms you. \n\nFor episode shownotes and resources, visit AscensionPress.com. ","content_html":"Jeff guides you deeper into your heart and conscience than you’ve ever gone before. In your next confession, don’t repeat your usual “sin checklist” to the priest. Instead, fully expose your heart to Jesus and allow him to bring hope, healing, and peace in a way that profoundly transforms you.
\n\nFor episode shownotes and resources, visit AscensionPress.com.
","summary":"Jeff guides you deeper into your heart and conscience than you’ve ever gone before. In your next confession, don’t repeat your usual “sin checklist” to the priest. Instead, fully expose your heart to Jesus and allow him to bring hope, healing, and peace in a way that profoundly transforms you. ","date_published":"2020-02-28T14:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/cdde2b7d-f5a1-44f5-b5aa-f190670427db.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":59968024,"duration_in_seconds":2428}]},{"id":"78c34c3a-1434-4c07-a0eb-af06c99d5bbb","title":"Would It Have Been Fun to Be Jesus?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/154","content_text":"Jesus could heal people, walk on water, control the weather, multiply food, make wine, walk through walls, and wake the dead. Having such incredible abilities sounds amazing, but would it have been fun to be Jesus? \n\nThough there were moments of happiness and fun, the purpose of Jesus’ ministry was to tell people to repent and return to the Father, and many, including his own disciples, rejected and denied him. He knew that this would happen, but did not use his power to stop it. \n\nThe things most worth pursuing in life (marriage, raising kids, having a deep spiritual life, etc.) are never going to be fun all the time, because love isn’t just fun and warm fuzzy feelings. \n\nThe goal of life isn’t to have as much fun as possible before we die, it’s to live a life like Jesus, one that is centered on the love of God. \n\nSnippet from the Show\n“Our goal in relationships is not fun. It’s love.”\n\n\nEmail me at tjcs@ascensionpress.com \nText “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get added to the shownotes email list!\n","content_html":"Jesus could heal people, walk on water, control the weather, multiply food, make wine, walk through walls, and wake the dead. Having such incredible abilities sounds amazing, but would it have been fun to be Jesus?
\n\nThough there were moments of happiness and fun, the purpose of Jesus’ ministry was to tell people to repent and return to the Father, and many, including his own disciples, rejected and denied him. He knew that this would happen, but did not use his power to stop it.
\n\nThe things most worth pursuing in life (marriage, raising kids, having a deep spiritual life, etc.) are never going to be fun all the time, because love isn’t just fun and warm fuzzy feelings.
\n\nThe goal of life isn’t to have as much fun as possible before we die, it’s to live a life like Jesus, one that is centered on the love of God.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Our goal in relationships is not fun. It’s love.”
Jeff brings together seven Scripture verses on relationships to help us simplify and declutter our relationships. Reflecting on these will help you in your family life, friendships, work relationships, and your relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
\n\nEmail me at tjcs@ascensionpress.com or text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to get the shownotes!
","summary":"Jeff brings together seven Scripture verses on relationships to help us simplify and declutter our relationships. Reflecting on these will help you in your family life, friendships, work relationships, and your relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. ","date_published":"2020-02-14T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/1892fd37-5f5d-4368-b604-5f4e1505acfa.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":16261252,"duration_in_seconds":1846}]},{"id":"6f0aff55-5885-43d9-a6a7-04307db29fa6","title":"What’s Your Favorite Bible Verse?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/152","content_text":"Jeff is reflecting on his favorite Bible verse, Galatians 2:20. He first committed it to memory almost thirty years ago, and it has been with him ever since. This verse reminds him that he must die to himself everyday in order to walk with Christ. \n\nGalatians 2:20 - \"and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.\"","content_html":"Jeff is reflecting on his favorite Bible verse, Galatians 2:20. He first committed it to memory almost thirty years ago, and it has been with him ever since. This verse reminds him that he must die to himself everyday in order to walk with Christ.
\n\nGalatians 2:20 - "and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me."
","summary":"Jeff is reflecting on his favorite Bible verse, Galatians 2:20. He first committed it to memory almost thirty years ago, and it has been with him ever since. This verse reminds him that he must die to himself everyday in order to walk with Christ. ","date_published":"2020-02-07T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/6f0aff55-5885-43d9-a6a7-04307db29fa6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":13396072,"duration_in_seconds":502}]},{"id":"2c92d841-ac8f-4dfa-9aa5-1777d26ac4e5","title":"Investing in Your Spiritual Life: Stories from the Holy Land","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/151","content_text":"Jeff is on his fifty-seventh trip to the Holy Land, and is talking to fellow pilgrims, Toni Griffith from Clearwater, Florida, Keith Senn from Louisville, Kentucky, and Michael Norman from Denver, Colorado about their experiences in the Holy Land.\n\nThey discuss the surreal experience of seeing the places where Jesus walked and how it changes your spiritual life.\n\n\nGet Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777\nEmail Jeff: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com \n","content_html":"Jeff is on his fifty-seventh trip to the Holy Land, and is talking to fellow pilgrims, Toni Griffith from Clearwater, Florida, Keith Senn from Louisville, Kentucky, and Michael Norman from Denver, Colorado about their experiences in the Holy Land.
\n\nThey discuss the surreal experience of seeing the places where Jesus walked and how it changes your spiritual life.
\n\nToday is the March for Life and Jeff is focusing on the beauty and power humans have to bring forth life! Instead of resisting our God-given ability to have children, let’s celebrate this gift and take seriously our duty to plant a seed of faith in the next generation.
\n\nGet Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"Today is the March for Life and Jeff is focusing on the beauty and power humans have to bring forth life! Instead of resisting our God-given ability to have children, let’s celebrate this gift and take seriously our duty to plant a seed of faith in the next generation.","date_published":"2020-01-24T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/acb25031-2434-4ea7-9876-197f9a51bd7b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":44035403,"duration_in_seconds":1785}]},{"id":"21509e2b-8a0d-416c-8a3e-232f0766d0cf","title":"Recharging Your Batteries in the Holy Land","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/149","content_text":"Jeff is in the Holy Land! He shares his experience of seeing the Gospels come alive through this pilgrimage. From the Sea of Galilee to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jeff describes what it’s like to walk in the footsteps of Jesus.\n\nSnippet from the Show\nJesus said, “As the father has sent, even so I send you.” [John 20:21] God sent his son with the power of baptism and the Holy Spirit, and that is the way we are sent as well.\n\nGet Jeff’s shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com","content_html":"Jeff is in the Holy Land! He shares his experience of seeing the Gospels come alive through this pilgrimage. From the Sea of Galilee to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jeff describes what it’s like to walk in the footsteps of Jesus.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nJesus said, “As the father has sent, even so I send you.” [John 20:21] God sent his son with the power of baptism and the Holy Spirit, and that is the way we are sent as well.
Get Jeff’s shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"Jeff is in the Holy Land! He shares his experience of seeing the Gospels come alive through this pilgrimage. From the Sea of Galilee to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jeff describes what it’s like to walk in the footsteps of Jesus.","date_published":"2020-01-17T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/21509e2b-8a0d-416c-8a3e-232f0766d0cf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":47698958,"duration_in_seconds":1940}]},{"id":"1339837b-f63a-4d69-a5f7-b0116075aea1","title":"Flashback: 5 Benefits of Humility","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/148","content_text":"Why is humility such an important virtue? Jeff is bringing back an episode from the archives to answer this very question and to show how we can be better disciples of Jesus Christ when we humble ourselves.\n\nGet Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com ","content_html":"Why is humility such an important virtue? Jeff is bringing back an episode from the archives to answer this very question and to show how we can be better disciples of Jesus Christ when we humble ourselves.
\n\nGet Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"Why is humility such an important virtue? Jeff is bringing back an episode from the archives to answer this very question and to show how we can be better disciples of Jesus Christ when we humble ourselves.","date_published":"2020-01-10T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/1339837b-f63a-4d69-a5f7-b0116075aea1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":57170273,"duration_in_seconds":2337}]},{"id":"ccbf6d3f-614d-44f1-8ad8-13a1b4c47e9e","title":"Flashback: Motivating Scripture for the New Year","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/147","content_text":"We're bringing back Jeff's episode on motivating scripture to help you stick to your New Year's resolutions. Whether you've heard them before or this is your first time hearing them, these twelve motivating Scripture verses will encourage and inspire you during times of fear, impossible situations, and unbelievable obstacles.\n\nIn Times of Fear\n\n\n1 Samuel 12:24 – “Only fear the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you.”\n2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God did not give us a spirit of timidity but a spirit of power and love and self-control.”\nJoshua 1:7 – “Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law that Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go.\nThis Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”\nDeuteronomy 31:6 – “Be strong and of good courage, do not fear or be in dread of them: for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; he will not fail you or forsake you.”\n1 Chronicles 22:13 – “Then you will prosper if you are careful to observe the statutes and the ordinances which the LORD commanded Moses for Israel. Be strong, and of good courage. Fear not; be not dismayed.”\nPsalms 27:1 – “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”\n\n\nIn Seemingly Impossible Situations\n\n\nPsalms 18:29 – “Yea, by thee I can crush a troop; and by my God I can leap over a wall.”\nPhilippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”\nPsalms 18:32-36 – “The God who girded me with strength, and made my way safe. He made my feet like hinds’ feet, and set me secure on the heights. He trains my hands for war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze. Thou hast given me the shield of thy salvation, and thy right hand supported me, and thy help made me great. Thou didst give a wide place for my steps under me, and my feet did not slip.”\nEphesians 3:20-21 – “Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for ever and ever. Amen.”\n\n\nWhen there are Obstacles Ahead\n\n\nMatthew 17:20 – “For truly, I say to you, if you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible to you.”\nColossians 4:6 – “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer every one.”\n","content_html":"We're bringing back Jeff's episode on motivating scripture to help you stick to your New Year's resolutions. Whether you've heard them before or this is your first time hearing them, these twelve motivating Scripture verses will encourage and inspire you during times of fear, impossible situations, and unbelievable obstacles.
\n\nIn Times of Fear
\n\n1 Samuel 12:24 – “Only fear the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you.”
2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God did not give us a spirit of timidity but a spirit of power and love and self-control.”
Joshua 1:7 – “Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law that Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go.
This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
Deuteronomy 31:6 – “Be strong and of good courage, do not fear or be in dread of them: for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; he will not fail you or forsake you.”
1 Chronicles 22:13 – “Then you will prosper if you are careful to observe the statutes and the ordinances which the LORD commanded Moses for Israel. Be strong, and of good courage. Fear not; be not dismayed.”
Psalms 27:1 – “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
In Seemingly Impossible Situations
\n\nPsalms 18:29 – “Yea, by thee I can crush a troop; and by my God I can leap over a wall.”
Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Psalms 18:32-36 – “The God who girded me with strength, and made my way safe. He made my feet like hinds’ feet, and set me secure on the heights. He trains my hands for war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze. Thou hast given me the shield of thy salvation, and thy right hand supported me, and thy help made me great. Thou didst give a wide place for my steps under me, and my feet did not slip.”
Ephesians 3:20-21 – “Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for ever and ever. Amen.”
When there are Obstacles Ahead
\n\nMatthew 17:20 – “For truly, I say to you, if you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible to you.”
Colossians 4:6 – “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer every one.”
Following up on his show from last week about praying for daughters, Jeff shares the prayer he wrote for parents to pray for their sons. He breaks down the unique ways we can intercede for them so they may pursue virtue and walk in the ways of Our Lord.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Lord, I am blessed that you have given me a son. I see my son as a gift from you and pray that I will be a faithful provider, protector, and model of your faithfulness to him.”
Get the shownotes! Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"Following up on his show from last week about praying for daughters, Jeff shares the prayer he wrote for parents to pray for their sons. He breaks down the unique ways we can intercede for them so they may pursue virtue and walk in the ways of Our Lord.","date_published":"2019-12-20T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/6b8d83ed-6ef9-4ff5-8aa5-b0b088dff16e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":49268337,"duration_in_seconds":2009}]},{"id":"05662dd8-4f50-4227-8919-bc793a0642d8","title":"How to Pray for Your Daughters","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/145","content_text":"This week, Jeff shares a beautiful prayer he wrote for his daughters and talks about the specific ways we can pray for them. He explains how daughters are unique gifts from God, and their parents and guardians are called to pray for them sincerely and consistently. Next week, Jeff will talk about how to pray for your sons.\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“Our daughters are God’s eternal daughters. And we only have them for a small period of time here on earth.”\n\nGet Jeff's prayer for daughters in the shownotes! Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com","content_html":"This week, Jeff shares a beautiful prayer he wrote for his daughters and talks about the specific ways we can pray for them. He explains how daughters are unique gifts from God, and their parents and guardians are called to pray for them sincerely and consistently. Next week, Jeff will talk about how to pray for your sons.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Our daughters are God’s eternal daughters. And we only have them for a small period of time here on earth.”
Get Jeff's prayer for daughters in the shownotes! Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"This week, Jeff shares a beautiful prayer he wrote for his daughters and talks about the specific ways we can pray for them. He explains how daughters are unique gifts from God, and their parents and guardians are called to pray for them sincerely and consistently. Next week, Jeff will talk about how to pray for your sons.","date_published":"2019-12-13T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/05662dd8-4f50-4227-8919-bc793a0642d8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":46330294,"duration_in_seconds":1891}]},{"id":"41211267-6ab1-4d24-b65d-17f24be189fe","title":"Good Morning: 30,000 Second Chances!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/144","content_text":"If you live until you’re 82 years old, you will have 30,000 chances to turn toward God. Every morning, we can choose to put aside the failings of yesterday, and strive to be the person that God intends us to be. \n\nThis Advent, Jeff offers seven things you can do first thing in the morning that will set you up to serve the Lord for the rest of the day. \n\nSnippet from the Show\nIf we’re going to obtain the prize [life in Christ] everyday, we can’t dwell on yesterday, we must look to what lies ahead today.\n\nGet Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com ","content_html":"If you live until you’re 82 years old, you will have 30,000 chances to turn toward God. Every morning, we can choose to put aside the failings of yesterday, and strive to be the person that God intends us to be.
\n\nThis Advent, Jeff offers seven things you can do first thing in the morning that will set you up to serve the Lord for the rest of the day.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nIf we’re going to obtain the prize [life in Christ] everyday, we can’t dwell on yesterday, we must look to what lies ahead today.
Get Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"If you live until you’re 82 years old, you will have 30,000 chances to turn toward God. Every morning, we can choose to put aside the failings of yesterday, and strive to be the person that God intends us to be. This Advent, Jeff offers seven things you can do first thing in the morning that will set you up to serve the Lord for the rest of the day.","date_published":"2019-12-06T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/41211267-6ab1-4d24-b65d-17f24be189fe.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":51677277,"duration_in_seconds":2118}]},{"id":"8df80e13-cd9b-4c27-a704-f2026338b40f","title":"This Is for All the Lonely People","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/143","content_text":"The holidays are a time to spend with the people we love, but at times, this merely highlights the isolation of those who are separated from their family and friends, or even those surrounded by people, but who still feel alone.\n\nSo if you’re one of those people, this episode is for you. Jeff shows us how the Bible addresses loneliness and isolation, and reveals that we are not actually alone if we put our trust in the Lord. \n\nSnippet from the Show\nFrom the beginning of Scripture to the very end, God is mindful of the lonely. It’s in our loneliness that God invites us to be with him. Even his name ‘Emmanuel’ or ‘God with us’ is powerful. It’s an invitation to rest in him.","content_html":"The holidays are a time to spend with the people we love, but at times, this merely highlights the isolation of those who are separated from their family and friends, or even those surrounded by people, but who still feel alone.
\n\nSo if you’re one of those people, this episode is for you. Jeff shows us how the Bible addresses loneliness and isolation, and reveals that we are not actually alone if we put our trust in the Lord.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nFrom the beginning of Scripture to the very end, God is mindful of the lonely. It’s in our loneliness that God invites us to be with him. Even his name ‘Emmanuel’ or ‘God with us’ is powerful. It’s an invitation to rest in him.
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Jeff gives thanks to God for the seven people who changed his life for the better.
\n\nWho has influenced your life? Jeff encourages you to make a list of those who have influenced your life, and thank God for them this year.
\n\nGet Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Jeff gives thanks to God for the seven people who changed his life for the better. Who has influenced your life? Jeff encourages you to make a list of those who have influenced your life, and thank God for them this year. ","date_published":"2019-11-22T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/394474f1-6b63-4070-aed9-3733a1ee9699.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":58656178,"duration_in_seconds":2413}]},{"id":"3892c0fb-abcb-42ab-be17-73a109231eeb","title":"You Can’t Change the People You Want to Change!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/141","content_text":"We’ve all had family members and friends that we wish we could change, especially when we see them making decisions that clash with Catholic teaching, but you can’t force someone to follow rules (even if you know it would make them happier in the long run). \n\nJeff offers some Scripture verses to help us better understand this concept and learn how to bring people to Christ first, so that they will choose to follow his commandments out of love, not just duty.\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“We can argue on topics all day long, but if we don’t know the basic proclamation of the gospel and bring Christ to people, we’re not going to see much change at all. The one who can change their heart is the one who doesn’t change.”\n\n3 Ways to Get the Shownotes!\n\n\nFind this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow\nText “jeffcavins” to 33-777\nEmail us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com\n","content_html":"We’ve all had family members and friends that we wish we could change, especially when we see them making decisions that clash with Catholic teaching, but you can’t force someone to follow rules (even if you know it would make them happier in the long run).
\n\nJeff offers some Scripture verses to help us better understand this concept and learn how to bring people to Christ first, so that they will choose to follow his commandments out of love, not just duty.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“We can argue on topics all day long, but if we don’t know the basic proclamation of the gospel and bring Christ to people, we’re not going to see much change at all. The one who can change their heart is the one who doesn’t change.”
3 Ways to Get the Shownotes!
\n\nWe are constantly inundated with conflicting opinions and points of view. How can Catholics sort through all these to walk by faith? Jeff draws on the Gospels, Psalms, and Hebrews chapter 11 to help us quiet the inner conflicts and focus on the one eternal truth of God.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“There are two parts to faith: intellectual assent and a personal entrusting of oneself wholly to God.”
Get the full shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777 or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"We are constantly inundated with conflicting opinions and points of view. How can Catholics sort through all these to walk by faith? Jeff draws on the Gospels, Psalms, and Hebrews chapter 11 to quiet the inner conflicts we have inside of ourselves and focus on the one eternal truth of God.","date_published":"2019-11-08T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/59699616-7e40-4ef5-aa6d-4e9b0bcc4238.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":49375275,"duration_in_seconds":2035}]},{"id":"ba93987a-3534-4c6b-b432-172da61fae94","title":"3 Decisions that Will Change Your Life","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/139","content_text":"Drawing from St. Paul, James, and Proverbs, Jeff brings up three decisions that will change your life for the better. First, value your time as a gift from God. Second, invest in people, not things. Third, seek wisdom, not trivia. These three changes will have a ripple effect on your life, and help you orient yourself towards God. \n\nGot a comment or question for Jeff? Email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com \n\nYou can get today's shownotes delivered stright to your inbox! Just text JEFFCAVINS to 33-777","content_html":"Drawing from St. Paul, James, and Proverbs, Jeff brings up three decisions that will change your life for the better. First, value your time as a gift from God. Second, invest in people, not things. Third, seek wisdom, not trivia. These three changes will have a ripple effect on your life, and help you orient yourself towards God.
\n\nGot a comment or question for Jeff? Email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
\n\nYou can get today's shownotes delivered stright to your inbox! Just text JEFFCAVINS to 33-777
","summary":"Drawing from St. Paul, James, and Proverbs, Jeff brings up three decisions that will change your life for the better.","date_published":"2019-11-01T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/ba93987a-3534-4c6b-b432-172da61fae94.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":54391989,"duration_in_seconds":2248}]},{"id":"b5dbe2b1-5549-42f8-b216-8b8bb87b5dbf","title":"When Doves Cry: Seeking Validation","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/138","content_text":"So many people walk through life constantly seeking validation. Are you one of them? \n\nJeff reminds us that if we feel unaffirmed or unappreciated, we will seek validation somewhere—money, relationships, our work. But it’s only when Christ and our Heavenly Father validate us that we can be confident in our true worth. In today’s episode, Jeff addresses several unhealthy ways we might be seeking validation and shares wisdom to help us find our true identity and worth in Christ.\n\nSHOWNOTES\n\n*Quotes from the Show *\n\nMatthew 19:5 - “For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one.”\n\nPrince: When Doves Cry - “How can you just leave me standing? Alone in a world that's so cold (so cold) Maybe I'm just too demanding. Maybe I'm just like my father, too bold. Maybe you're just like my mother. She's never satisfied (she's never satisfied). Why do we scream at each other? This is what it sounds like, when doves cry.”\n\nJohn 12:42-43 - “Nevertheless many even of the authorities believed in him, but for fear of the Pharisees they did not confess it, lest they should be put out of the synagogue: for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.”\n\nMatthew 20:1-16 - “For the kingdom of heaven is like a householder who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the market place; and to them he said, ‘You go into the vineyard too, and whatever is right I will give you.’ So they went. Going out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour, he did the same. And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing; and he said to them, ‘Why do you stand here idle all day?’ They said to him, ‘Because no one has hired us.’ He said to them, ‘You go into the vineyard too.’ And when evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his steward, ‘Call the laborers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last, up to the first.’ And when those hired about the eleventh hour came, each of them received a denarius. Now when the first came, they thought they would receive more; but each of them also received a denarius. And on receiving it they grumbled at the householder, saying, ‘These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.’ But he replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong; did you not agree with me for a denarius? Take what belongs to you, and go; I choose to give to this last as I give to you. Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or do you begrudge my generosity?’ So the last will be first, and the first last.”\n\nHow Does God Validate Us?\n\nHe Made Us In His “Image And Likeness” (Genesis 1:27)\nZephaniah 3:17 - “The Lord your God is in your midst, a warrior who gives victory; he will rejoice over you with gladness, he will renew you in his love; he will exult over you with loud singing”\n\n*He Loves Us Even When We Sin *\n\nJohn 3:16 - “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”\n\nHe Is Always On Your Side\nRomans 8:31 - “What then shall we say to this? If God is for us, who is against us?”\n\nHe Has Placed Us In His Family The Church\n**\n**God Commends Us, We Don’t Commend Ourselves\n2 Corinthians 10:18 - “For it is not the man who commends himself that is accepted, but the man whom the Lord commends.”\n\nUltimate Validation Comes From God, Not Others\nProverbs 25:27 - “It is not good to eat much honey, so be sparing of complimentary words.”\n\n*He Is Eagerly Waiting To Reward Us *\nMatthew 6:16-18 - “And when you fast, do not look dismal, like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by men. Truly, I say to you, they have their reward. But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by men but by your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”\n\nResources\nEmail Jeff: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com \nVisit the Museum of the Bible\nGet Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777\nHow to Pray Like Mary by Sonja Corbitt\nJune Trip: “2020 Vision” Young Adult Pilgrimage ","content_html":"So many people walk through life constantly seeking validation. Are you one of them?
\n\nJeff reminds us that if we feel unaffirmed or unappreciated, we will seek validation somewhere—money, relationships, our work. But it’s only when Christ and our Heavenly Father validate us that we can be confident in our true worth. In today’s episode, Jeff addresses several unhealthy ways we might be seeking validation and shares wisdom to help us find our true identity and worth in Christ.
\n\n*Quotes from the Show *
\n\nMatthew 19:5 - “For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one.”
\n\nPrince: When Doves Cry - “How can you just leave me standing? Alone in a world that's so cold (so cold) Maybe I'm just too demanding. Maybe I'm just like my father, too bold. Maybe you're just like my mother. She's never satisfied (she's never satisfied). Why do we scream at each other? This is what it sounds like, when doves cry.”
\n\nJohn 12:42-43 - “Nevertheless many even of the authorities believed in him, but for fear of the Pharisees they did not confess it, lest they should be put out of the synagogue: for they loved the praise of men more than the praise of God.”
\n\nMatthew 20:1-16 - “For the kingdom of heaven is like a householder who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the market place; and to them he said, ‘You go into the vineyard too, and whatever is right I will give you.’ So they went. Going out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour, he did the same. And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing; and he said to them, ‘Why do you stand here idle all day?’ They said to him, ‘Because no one has hired us.’ He said to them, ‘You go into the vineyard too.’ And when evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his steward, ‘Call the laborers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last, up to the first.’ And when those hired about the eleventh hour came, each of them received a denarius. Now when the first came, they thought they would receive more; but each of them also received a denarius. And on receiving it they grumbled at the householder, saying, ‘These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.’ But he replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong; did you not agree with me for a denarius? Take what belongs to you, and go; I choose to give to this last as I give to you. Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or do you begrudge my generosity?’ So the last will be first, and the first last.”
\n\nHow Does God Validate Us?
\n\nHe Made Us In His “Image And Likeness” (Genesis 1:27)
\nZephaniah 3:17 - “The Lord your God is in your midst, a warrior who gives victory; he will rejoice over you with gladness, he will renew you in his love; he will exult over you with loud singing”
*He Loves Us Even When We Sin *
\n\nJohn 3:16 - “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
\n\nHe Is Always On Your Side
\nRomans 8:31 - “What then shall we say to this? If God is for us, who is against us?”
He Has Placed Us In His Family The Church
\n**
\n**God Commends Us, We Don’t Commend Ourselves
\n2 Corinthians 10:18 - “For it is not the man who commends himself that is accepted, but the man whom the Lord commends.”
Ultimate Validation Comes From God, Not Others
\nProverbs 25:27 - “It is not good to eat much honey, so be sparing of complimentary words.”
*He Is Eagerly Waiting To Reward Us *
\nMatthew 6:16-18 - “And when you fast, do not look dismal, like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by men. Truly, I say to you, they have their reward. But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by men but by your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”
Resources
\nEmail Jeff: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
\nVisit the Museum of the Bible
\nGet Jeff’s Shownotes by texting “jeffcavins” to 33-777
\nHow to Pray Like Mary by Sonja Corbitt
\nJune Trip: “2020 Vision” Young Adult Pilgrimage
How often do you stop to recognize how God provides for you, and how often do you ask for his provision in your life?
\n\nOften we are quick to attribute our successes and gains to our own abilities, forgetting that nothing good that we do or have comes without God’s generous provision. Whether it’s God’s grace to advance spiritually or his provision for our physical needs, God is always with us, like a faithful father standing by his children--even though they may not realize his presence.
\n\nIn this episode of the show, Jeff reflects on how each bike he owned throughout his youth came directly by way of his father’s generosity and provision. He uses his father’s constant presence and generosity as an image to remind us how God provides for us throughout our lives.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nThey who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
SHOWNOTES
\n\nFirst Bike at Iowa State
\nJoshua 1:9 - “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; be not frightened, neither be dismayed; for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Second Bike in Bloomington
\nIsaiah 41:10 - “fear not, for I am with you, be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.”
*First Motorcycle *
\nMatthew 28:19-20 - “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, to the close of the age.”
Second Motorcycle
\nDeuteronomy 31:6 - “Be strong and of good courage, do not fear or be in dread of them: for it is the Lord your God who goes with you; he will not fail you or forsake you.”
Hebrews 13:5 - “Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have; for he has said, “I will never fail you nor forsake you.”
\n\nIsaiah 40:31 - “but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.”
\n\nResources
\nEmail Jeff: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
\nHoly Land January 2020 Pilgrimage
\n"2020 Vision" Holy Land June Pilgrimage
If we are focusing on the world, who is focusing on our family? We’re often distracted by the big picture of the world, but our attention is most needed at home.
\n\nJeff points to Scripture verses from Luke, 1 Timothy, and Matthew to show how we can emulate the good Samaritan and become a blessing to our families and local communities.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“If you are focusing on the world, who is focusing on your neighbor?”
Email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com to get the shownotes!
","summary":"If we are focusing on the world, who is focusing on our family? We’re often distracted by the big picture of the world, but our attention is most needed at home. Jeff points to Scripture verses from Luke, 1 Timothy, and Matthew to show how we can emulate the good Samaritan and become a blessing to our families and local communities. ","date_published":"2019-10-11T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e7f68113-1bb0-480a-b147-b4d8b074d671.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":48596728,"duration_in_seconds":2018}]},{"id":"6001e19f-4f67-4985-8067-eae08514145f","title":"Slow Faith","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/135","content_text":"Growing in faith is difficult in our fast-paced, distraction-heavy lives. Jeff Cavins slows things down to help us focus on prayer and Jesus. \n\nSnippet from the Show\n“The pace of a disciple is not hurried. As we look at the saints, we see people who spent a lot of time with Jesus.”\n\nWays We Can Slow Down Our Lives\n\n\nPrayer\nRead the Bible and learn about the Story of Salvation\nRead the Catechism of the Catholic Church\nTake some time to relax and sit in the presence of the Lord\n\n\nResources\n\n\nJeff’s Email: thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com\nThe Great Adventure Bible Timeline study\n","content_html":"Growing in faith is difficult in our fast-paced, distraction-heavy lives. Jeff Cavins slows things down to help us focus on prayer and Jesus.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“The pace of a disciple is not hurried. As we look at the saints, we see people who spent a lot of time with Jesus.”
Ways We Can Slow Down Our Lives
\n\nResources
\n\nDeveloping a strong relationship with Jesus is so important to the spiritual life, and bringing children to Jesus is the main goal of Catholic parents.
\n\nJeff connects Scripture passages from Genesis, Deuteronomy, and Proverbs that deal with parenting and setting a good example for our kids, and give practical advice on how to bring children to Jesus.
\n\n_Snippet from the Show
\n“Parents have such a significant role in bringing their kids to Jesus. Nobody else can take up that role.” _
SHOWNOTES
\n\nMatthew 19:13-15 - “Then children were brought to him that he might lay his hands on them and pray. The disciples rebuked the people; but Jesus said, ‘Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.’ And he laid his hands on them and went away.”
\n\nDeuteronomy 32:1-3 - “Give ear, O heavens, and I will speak; and let the earth hear the words of my mouth. May my teaching drop as the rain, my speech distil as the dew, as the gentle rain upon the tender grass, and as the showers upon the herb. For I will proclaim the name of the Lord. Ascribe greatness to our God!” read more of Deuteronomy 32
\n\nGenesis 18:19 - “ ... for I have chosen him, that he may charge his children and his household after him to keep the way of the Lord by doing righteousness and justice; so that the Lord may bring to Abraham what he has promised him.”
\n\nDeuteronomy 6:1-9 - “Now this is the commandment, the statutes and the ordinances which the Lord your God commanded me to teach you, that you may do them in the land to which you are going over, to possess it; that you may fear the Lord your God, you and your son and your son’s son, by keeping all his statutes and his commandments, which I command you, all the days of your life; and that your days may be prolonged. Hear therefore, O Israel, and be careful to do them; that it may go well with you, and that you may multiply greatly, as the Lord, the God of your fathers, has promised you, in a land flowing with milk and honey.
\n\n“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord; and you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might. And these words which I command you this day shall be upon your heart; and you shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise. And you shall bind them as a sign upon your hand, and they shall be as frontlets between your eyes. And you shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.”
\n\nProverbs 25:11 - “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver.”
\n\n10 Ways to Bring Your Children to Jesus
\n\nResources
\n\nJeff Cavins and Fr. Josh Johnson are in Poland! From Auschwitz to Pope St. John Paul II’s house, they discuss the places they have seen in connection with great Polish saints like St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. Faustina, as well as some amazing glory stories that reveal the mercy, truth, and suffering of these saints.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Blessed Jerzy, St. John Paul II, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Faustina, St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, they were all witnesses, not only of mercy and truth, but of suffering.”
SHOWNOTES
\n\nSt. John Paul II
\n\nSt. Maximilian Kolbe
\n\nSt. Faustina
\n\nBlessed Jerzy Popiełuszko
\n\nRESOURCES
\n\n","summary":"Jeff Cavins and Fr. Josh Johnson are in Poland! From Auschwitz to Pope St. John Paul II’s house, they discuss the places they have seen in connection with great Polish saints like St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. Faustina, as well as some amazing glory stories that reveal the mercy, truth, and suffering of these saints.","date_published":"2019-09-20T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/1c2d1e1b-9842-4555-a686-5609074827cb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":43825689,"duration_in_seconds":1825}]},{"id":"94103c8f-4ced-43cc-ade1-92561df5c672","title":"When Good Things Are Bad for You (Filling up on Chips and Salsa) Part 2","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/132","content_text":"Jeff continues to unpack what happens to us when we are too preoccupied with worldly things and neglect to keep our eyes on heaven. He uses the metaphor of filling up on chips and salsa to illustrate this point, and draws on multiple biblical examples to go ever deeper. \n\nSnippet from the Show\n“I am defined by Jesus Christ, I am defined by my heavenly Father, and I am defined by truth. And Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.”\n\nSHOWNOTES\nGenesis 13:6 - (Lot & Abraham) “so that the land could not support both of them dwelling together; for their possessions were so great that they could not dwell together”\n\nGenesis 36:7 - (Jacob & Esau) “For their possessions were too great for them to dwell together; the land of their sojourning could not support them because of their cattle.”\n\nPsalms 49:10 - “both wise and stupid leave possessions to others.”\n\nProverbs 28:7 - “He who keeps the law is a wise son, but a companion of gluttons shames his father.”\n\nEcclesiastes 5:19 - “Everyone also to whom God has given wealth and possessions and power to enjoy them, and to accept his lot and rejoice in his toil—this is the gift of God. “\n\nNumbers 11:18-20 - “And say to the people, ‘Consecrate yourselves for tomorrow, and you shall eat meat; for you have wept in the hearing of the LORD, saying, ‘Who will give us meat to eat? For it was well with us in Egypt.’ Therefore the LORD will give you meat, and you shall eat. You shall not eat one day, or two days, or five days, or ten days, or twenty days, but a whole month, until it comes out at your nostrils and becomes loathsome to you, because you have rejected the LORD who is among you, and have wept before him, saying, ‘Why did we come forth out of Egypt?’”\n\nEcclesiastes 5:10 - “He who loves money will not be satisfied with money; nor he who loves\nwealth, with gain: this also is vanity.”\n\nThe Cost of Overindulging\n\nMatthew 19:22 - “When the young man heard this, he went away sad, because he had great wealth.”\n\nJames 4:2 - “You desire and do not have; so you kill. And you covet and cannot obtain; so you fight and wage war. You do not have, because you do not ask.” \n\nMatthew 6:24 - “No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.” \n\nCCC 2113 - “Idolatry not only refers to false pagan worship. It remains a constant temptation to faith. Idolatry consists in divinizing what is not God. Man commits idolatry whenever he honors and reveres a creature in place of God, whether this be gods or demons (for example, satanism), power, pleasure, race, ancestors, the state, money, etc. Jesus says, ‘You cannot serve God and mammon.’ Many martyrs died for not adoring \"the Beast\" refusing even to simulate such worship. Idolatry rejects the unique Lordship of God; it is therefore incompatible with communion with God.”\n\nMatthew 24:47 - “Truly, I say to you, he will set him over all his possessions.”\n\nMatthew 6:33 - “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.”\n\nColossians 3:1-2 - “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”\n\nPhilippians 4:13 - “I can do all things in him who strengthens me.”","content_html":"Jeff continues to unpack what happens to us when we are too preoccupied with worldly things and neglect to keep our eyes on heaven. He uses the metaphor of filling up on chips and salsa to illustrate this point, and draws on multiple biblical examples to go ever deeper.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“I am defined by Jesus Christ, I am defined by my heavenly Father, and I am defined by truth. And Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.”
SHOWNOTES
\nGenesis 13:6 - (Lot & Abraham) “so that the land could not support both of them dwelling together; for their possessions were so great that they could not dwell together”
Genesis 36:7 - (Jacob & Esau) “For their possessions were too great for them to dwell together; the land of their sojourning could not support them because of their cattle.”
\n\nPsalms 49:10 - “both wise and stupid leave possessions to others.”
\n\nProverbs 28:7 - “He who keeps the law is a wise son, but a companion of gluttons shames his father.”
\n\nEcclesiastes 5:19 - “Everyone also to whom God has given wealth and possessions and power to enjoy them, and to accept his lot and rejoice in his toil—this is the gift of God. “
\n\nNumbers 11:18-20 - “And say to the people, ‘Consecrate yourselves for tomorrow, and you shall eat meat; for you have wept in the hearing of the LORD, saying, ‘Who will give us meat to eat? For it was well with us in Egypt.’ Therefore the LORD will give you meat, and you shall eat. You shall not eat one day, or two days, or five days, or ten days, or twenty days, but a whole month, until it comes out at your nostrils and becomes loathsome to you, because you have rejected the LORD who is among you, and have wept before him, saying, ‘Why did we come forth out of Egypt?’”
\n\nEcclesiastes 5:10 - “He who loves money will not be satisfied with money; nor he who loves
\nwealth, with gain: this also is vanity.”
The Cost of Overindulging
\n\nMatthew 19:22 - “When the young man heard this, he went away sad, because he had great wealth.”
\n\nJames 4:2 - “You desire and do not have; so you kill. And you covet and cannot obtain; so you fight and wage war. You do not have, because you do not ask.”
\n\nMatthew 6:24 - “No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.”
\n\nCCC 2113 - “Idolatry not only refers to false pagan worship. It remains a constant temptation to faith. Idolatry consists in divinizing what is not God. Man commits idolatry whenever he honors and reveres a creature in place of God, whether this be gods or demons (for example, satanism), power, pleasure, race, ancestors, the state, money, etc. Jesus says, ‘You cannot serve God and mammon.’ Many martyrs died for not adoring "the Beast" refusing even to simulate such worship. Idolatry rejects the unique Lordship of God; it is therefore incompatible with communion with God.”
\n\nMatthew 24:47 - “Truly, I say to you, he will set him over all his possessions.”
\n\nMatthew 6:33 - “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.”
\n\nColossians 3:1-2 - “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
\n\nPhilippians 4:13 - “I can do all things in him who strengthens me.”
","summary":"Jeff continues to unpack what happens to us when we are too preoccupied with worldly things and neglect to keep our eyes on heaven. He uses the metaphor of filling up on chips and salsa to illustrate this point, and draws on multiple biblical examples to go ever deeper. ","date_published":"2019-09-13T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/94103c8f-4ced-43cc-ade1-92561df5c672.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":45047693,"duration_in_seconds":1876}]},{"id":"3324f069-6e5e-4af5-80f4-bce4f87bee14","title":"When Good Things Are Bad for You (Filling up on Chips and Salsa) Part 1","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/131","content_text":"Have you ever gone to a restaurant and filled up on an appetizer (like chips and salsa) and then didn’t have any room left for the more nutritious main course? Jeff uses this illustration to explain how good things can become a problem when they replace God. \n\nUsing Scripture passages from Genesis, St. Paul’s letter to the Colossians, and the Gospel of John, Jeff shows us why moderation is extremely important if we want to set our eyes on heaven. \n\nSnippet from the Show\n“Are we living in such a way where we can live in moderation and focus on the things that are really important or are we indulging in the temporal things?”\n\nSHOWNOTES\n\nGenesis 3:6 - “So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate; and she also gave some to her husband, and he ate.” \n\n1 John 2:15-17 - “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If any one loves the world, love for the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the pride of life, is not of the Father but is of the world. And the world passes away, and the lust of it; but he who does the will of God abides forever.\n\nColossians 3:2 - “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”\n\nJohn 6:25 - “When they found him on the other side of the sea, they said to him, ‘Rabbi, when did you come here?’” Jesus answered them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, you seek me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves. ”\n\nJohn 6:27 - “Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to eternal life, which the Son of man will give to you; for on him has God the Father set his seal.”\n\nSamuel Johnson - \"It is generally allowed, that no man ever found the happiness of possession proportionate to that expectation which incited his desire, and invigorated his pursuit; nor has any man found the evils of life so formidable in reality, as they were described to him by his own imagination; every species of distress brings with it some peculiar supports, some unforeseen means of resisting, or powers of enduring.\"\n\nC.S. Lewis (The Problem of Pain) - “All things that have ever deeply possessed your soul have been but hints of heaven—tantalizing glimpses, promises never quite fulfilled, echoes that died away just as they caught your ear … If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the more probable explanation is that I was made for another world … Earthly pleasures were never meant to satisfy it, but only to arouse it, to suggest the real thing.”","content_html":"Have you ever gone to a restaurant and filled up on an appetizer (like chips and salsa) and then didn’t have any room left for the more nutritious main course? Jeff uses this illustration to explain how good things can become a problem when they replace God.
\n\nUsing Scripture passages from Genesis, St. Paul’s letter to the Colossians, and the Gospel of John, Jeff shows us why moderation is extremely important if we want to set our eyes on heaven.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Are we living in such a way where we can live in moderation and focus on the things that are really important or are we indulging in the temporal things?”
SHOWNOTES
\n\nGenesis 3:6 - “So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate; and she also gave some to her husband, and he ate.”
\n\n1 John 2:15-17 - “Do not love the world or the things in the world. If any one loves the world, love for the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the pride of life, is not of the Father but is of the world. And the world passes away, and the lust of it; but he who does the will of God abides forever.
\n\nColossians 3:2 - “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
\n\nJohn 6:25 - “When they found him on the other side of the sea, they said to him, ‘Rabbi, when did you come here?’” Jesus answered them, ‘Truly, truly, I say to you, you seek me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves. ”
\n\nJohn 6:27 - “Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to eternal life, which the Son of man will give to you; for on him has God the Father set his seal.”
\n\nSamuel Johnson - "It is generally allowed, that no man ever found the happiness of possession proportionate to that expectation which incited his desire, and invigorated his pursuit; nor has any man found the evils of life so formidable in reality, as they were described to him by his own imagination; every species of distress brings with it some peculiar supports, some unforeseen means of resisting, or powers of enduring."
\n\nC.S. Lewis (The Problem of Pain) - “All things that have ever deeply possessed your soul have been but hints of heaven—tantalizing glimpses, promises never quite fulfilled, echoes that died away just as they caught your ear … If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the more probable explanation is that I was made for another world … Earthly pleasures were never meant to satisfy it, but only to arouse it, to suggest the real thing.”
","summary":"Have you ever gone to a restaurant and filled up on an appetizer (like chips and salsa) and then didn’t have any room left for the more nutritious main course? Jeff uses this illustration to explain how good things can become a problem when they replace God. Using Scripture passages from Genesis, St. Paul’s letter to the Colossians, and the Gospel of John, Jeff shows us why moderation is extremely important if we want to set our eyes on heaven. ","date_published":"2019-09-06T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/3324f069-6e5e-4af5-80f4-bce4f87bee14.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":43134130,"duration_in_seconds":1796}]},{"id":"848b6bcb-0e6d-4290-a12e-dd24ba4add8e","title":"Is Your Heart Troubled?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/130","content_text":"A troubled heart can happen at any stage of life. From work-related anxiety to stressful relationships to unexpected changes, at some point we find ourselves feeding worry in our hearts instead of offering it up to Jesus. \n\nJeff shares Scripture passages that tell us how to handle a troubled heart, bring our worries to the Lord, and find peace.\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“The peace we get from the world is not enough, but the peace we get from Jesus Christ is deep and sustaining.”\n\nSHOWNOTES\n\nJohn 14:27 - “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” \n\nMatthew 6:25 - “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. \n\nMatthew 6:34 - “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. \n\nPhilippians 4:6 - “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. \n\nLet the peace of Christ Rule in your hearts! \n\nColossians 3:15-17 - And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. \n\nPhilippians 4:8 - Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you. \n\nTake Every Thought Captive \n\n2 Corinthians 10:3 - “For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.” \n\n2 Peter 1:2 - May grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.\n\n1 Peter 5:7 - “casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” \n\nJohn 16:33 - “ I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”\n\nRESOURCES\nRomans: The Gospel of Salvation Study Program\nPilgrimages to Israel 2020","content_html":"A troubled heart can happen at any stage of life. From work-related anxiety to stressful relationships to unexpected changes, at some point we find ourselves feeding worry in our hearts instead of offering it up to Jesus.
\n\nJeff shares Scripture passages that tell us how to handle a troubled heart, bring our worries to the Lord, and find peace.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“The peace we get from the world is not enough, but the peace we get from Jesus Christ is deep and sustaining.”
SHOWNOTES
\n\nJohn 14:27 - “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
\n\nMatthew 6:25 - “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
\n\nMatthew 6:34 - “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
\n\nPhilippians 4:6 - “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
\n\nLet the peace of Christ Rule in your hearts!
\n\nColossians 3:15-17 - And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
\n\nPhilippians 4:8 - Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.
\n\nTake Every Thought Captive
\n\n2 Corinthians 10:3 - “For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.”
\n\n2 Peter 1:2 - May grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.
\n\n1 Peter 5:7 - “casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
\n\nJohn 16:33 - “ I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
\n\nRESOURCES
\nRomans: The Gospel of Salvation Study Program
\nPilgrimages to Israel 2020
Jeff shares exciting news about three upcoming Great Adventure events, recounts his incredible two-week long motorcycle trip with a group of Catholic men, and shares a brief reflection about his visit to the Shrine of the North American Martyrs.
","summary":"","date_published":"2019-08-23T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/0bd6254a-43e8-4bfc-ab94-94d1b474a390.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19756283,"duration_in_seconds":1080}]},{"id":"c2bd9c4a-f8d0-49e7-bf21-2bb6396a5e44","title":"Don't Have a Weed Wacking Ministry! (Parable of the Sower)","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/128","content_text":"God is the one who separates the wheat from the chaff, but we can be tempted to take this task on ourselves, especially when it comes to our parish. Jeff talks about the Parable of the Sower to explain why we shouldn’t take it upon ourselves to pull up what we may see as weeds at our parish.\n\nSnippet from the Show\nThere are people who feel that they have a responsibility to pull up the weeds and decide who stays and who goes in their parish … but God’s desire for conversion is greater than the desire for a tidy parish.\n\nSHOWNOTES\n\nMatthew 13:24-30, The Parable of the Sower- He put another parable before them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field, but while his men were sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat and went away. So when the plants came up and bore grain, then the weeds appeared also. And the servants of the master of the house came and said to him, ‘Master, did you not sow good seed in your field? How then does it have weeds?’ He said to them, ‘An enemy has done this.’ So the servants said to him, ‘Then do you want us to go and gather them?’ But he said, ‘No, lest in gathering the weeds you root up the wheat along with them. Let both grow together until the harvest, and at harvest time I will tell the reapers, “Gather the weeds first and bind them in bundles to be burned, but gather the wheat into my barn.”\n\n5 Reasons to Stop “Weed Wacking”\n\n\nThey might need more time.\n\n\n\nLuke 13:6 - And he told this parable: “A man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard, and he came seeking fruit on it and found none. And he said to the vinedresser, ‘Look, for three years now I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and I find none. Cut it down. Why should it use up the ground?’ And he answered him, ‘Sir, let it alone this year also, until I dig around it and put on manure. Then if it should bear fruit next year, well and good; but if not, you can cut it down.’”\nSt. Thomas More - “No one, on his deathbed, ever regretted having been a Catholic.” \n\n\n\nYou can’t always tell the difference between weeds and wheat.\n\n\n\nDarnel - a slightly poisonous plant resembling wheat in its early stages of growth. Only when it is fully grown can you tell the difference. The ears of the real wheat are heavy and will droop, while the ears of the darnel stand up straight.\n\n\n\nWe are not smart enough nor do we know the full story of someone else. In other words, it’s above our pay scale.\nGod’s desire for conversion is greater than your need for a tidy parish.\nWe would want others to be patient with us! What if St. Monica had walked away from her son, St. Augustine?\n","content_html":"God is the one who separates the wheat from the chaff, but we can be tempted to take this task on ourselves, especially when it comes to our parish. Jeff talks about the Parable of the Sower to explain why we shouldn’t take it upon ourselves to pull up what we may see as weeds at our parish.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nThere are people who feel that they have a responsibility to pull up the weeds and decide who stays and who goes in their parish … but God’s desire for conversion is greater than the desire for a tidy parish.
SHOWNOTES
\n\nMatthew 13:24-30, The Parable of the Sower- He put another parable before them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field, but while his men were sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat and went away. So when the plants came up and bore grain, then the weeds appeared also. And the servants of the master of the house came and said to him, ‘Master, did you not sow good seed in your field? How then does it have weeds?’ He said to them, ‘An enemy has done this.’ So the servants said to him, ‘Then do you want us to go and gather them?’ But he said, ‘No, lest in gathering the weeds you root up the wheat along with them. Let both grow together until the harvest, and at harvest time I will tell the reapers, “Gather the weeds first and bind them in bundles to be burned, but gather the wheat into my barn.”
\n\n5 Reasons to Stop “Weed Wacking”
\n\nLuke 13:6 - And he told this parable: “A man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard, and he came seeking fruit on it and found none. And he said to the vinedresser, ‘Look, for three years now I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and I find none. Cut it down. Why should it use up the ground?’ And he answered him, ‘Sir, let it alone this year also, until I dig around it and put on manure. Then if it should bear fruit next year, well and good; but if not, you can cut it down.’”
St. Thomas More - “No one, on his deathbed, ever regretted having been a Catholic.”
We are not smart enough nor do we know the full story of someone else. In other words, it’s above our pay scale.
God’s desire for conversion is greater than your need for a tidy parish.
We would want others to be patient with us! What if St. Monica had walked away from her son, St. Augustine?
Founder of The Coming Home Network, and host of The Journey Home program on EWTN, Marcus Grodi stops in to chat with Jeff Cavins. They talk about sola scriptura, how Marcus went from a Presbyterian minister to a Catholic, the thousands of people who have found their way back to the Catholic Church through The Coming Home Network, and some of the challenges that converts face.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Most people say the Bible is the pillar and bulwark of truth. But what does the Bible say the pillar and bulwark of truth is? 1 Timothy 3:15 points out that the pillar and bulwark of truth is the Church.”
SHOWNOTES
\n\n1 Timothy 3:15 - “If I am delayed, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and bulwark of the truth.”
\n\nResources
\n\nIf the greatest commandment is to love God, how do we know if we’re actually doing it, or if we’re just falling in “like” with Jesus? To answer this question, Jeff uses Scripture passages on what it means to truly love God. He unpacks what this means for us as disciples who not only SAY they love Jesus, but ACT like they love Jesus.
\n\nCheck out Jeff’s episode, Created for Love, Settling for Likes, for even more Scripture on this topic.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“We can only obey what we know. If we want to be obedient to God, we have to have some plan to get to know what’s expected of us. That’s what Bible study is about.”
SHOWNOTES
\n\nMatthew 20:20-28 - “Then the mother of the sons of Zeb′edee came up to him, with her sons, and kneeling before him she asked him for something. And he said to her, ‘What do you want?’ She said to him, “Command that these two sons of mine may sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your kingdom.’ But Jesus answered, ‘You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I am to drink?’ They said to him, ‘We are able.’ He said to them, ‘You will drink my cup, but to sit at my right hand and at my left is not mine to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared by my Father.’ And when the ten heard it, they were indignant at the two brothers. But Jesus called them to him and said, ‘You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men exercise authority over them. It shall not be so among you; but whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave; even as the Son of man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.’”
\n\nMatthew 22:36-40 - “Teacher, which is the great commandment in the law?” And he said to him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it, You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend all the law and the prophets.”
\n\nJohn 14:15 - “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”
\n\nRomans 1:5 - “through whom we have received grace and apostleship to bring about the obedience of faith for the sake of his name among all the nations”
\n\nJohn 1:6 - “If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not live according to the truth”
\n\nLuke 6:46 - “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you?”
\n\nLuke 16:13 - “No servant can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.”
\n\nJohn 8:29 - “And he who sent me is with me; he has not left me alone, for I always do what is pleasing to him.”
\n\nWant the shownotes sent directly to your inbox? Email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
","summary":"If the greatest commandment is to love God, how do we know if we’re actually doing it, or if we’re just falling in “like” with Jesus? To answer this question, Jeff uses Scripture passages on what it means to truly love God. He unpacks what this means for us as disciples who not only SAY they love Jesus, but ACT like they love Jesus. ","date_published":"2019-07-26T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/610d2c43-3a3e-4b16-a63f-29b58515503a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":42104422,"duration_in_seconds":1753}]},{"id":"e74b953e-1bbb-4cbe-b3ac-f09764970e05","title":"Breakfast at \"Trinity's\" and Scriptures on Restoration","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/125","content_text":"Jeff Cavins digs into scriptures on restoration in the Gospel of John and compares Peter’s journey to Holly Golightly from Breakfast at Tiffany’s. At some point, both run away from their responsibilities, but eventually turn around and embrace transformative relationships. \n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“Whatever you’ve done, the Lord is able to restore you, and it doesn’t take a fanfare, it oftentimes is a very simple thing.”\n\nSHOWNOTES\n\nJohn 18:15-18, Peter Denies Jesus - “Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple. As this disciple was known to the high priest, he entered the court of the high priest along with Jesus, while Peter stood outside at the door. So the other disciple, who was known to the high priest, went out and spoke to the maid who kept the door, and brought Peter in. The maid who kept the door said to Peter, “Are not you also one of this man’s disciples?” He said, “I am not.” Now the servants and officers had made a charcoal fire, because it was cold, and they were standing and warming themselves; Peter also was with them, standing and warming himself. \n\nJohn 18:19-24, The High Priest Questions Jesus - The high priest then questioned Jesus about his disciples and his teaching. Jesus answered him, “I have spoken openly to the world; I have always taught in synagogues and in the temple, where all Jews come together; I have said nothing secretly. Why do you ask me? Ask those who have heard me, what I said to them; they know what I said.” When he had said this, one of the officers standing by struck Jesus with his hand, saying, “Is that how you answer the high priest?” Jesus answered him, “If I have spoken wrongly, bear witness to the wrong; but if I have spoken rightly, why do you strike me?” Annas then sent him bound to Ca′iaphas the high priest. \n\nJohn 18:25-27, Peter Denies Jesus Again - Now Simon Peter was standing and warming himself. They said to him, “Are not you also one of his disciples?” He denied it and said, “I am not.” One of the servants of the high priest, a kinsman of the man whose ear Peter had cut off, asked, “Did I not see you in the garden with him?” Peter again denied it; and at once the cock crowed.”\n\nJohn 21:1-14, Jesus Appears to Disciples by the Sea of Tiberias - “After this Jesus revealed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tibe′ri-as; and he revealed himself in this way. Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathan′a-el of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zeb′edee, and two others of his disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, “I am going fishing.” They said to him, “We will go with you.” They went out and got into the boat; but that night they caught nothing.\n\nJust as day was breaking, Jesus stood on the beach; yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. 5 Jesus said to them, “Children, have you any fish?” They answered him, “No.” He said to them, “Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some.” So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in, for the quantity of fish. That disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his clothes, for he was stripped for work, and sprang into the sea. But the other disciples came in the boat, dragging the net full of fish, for they were not far from the land, but about a hundred yards off.\n\nWhen they got out on land, they saw a charcoal fire there, with fish lying on it, and bread. Jesus said to them, “Bring some of the fish that you have just caught.” So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, a hundred and fifty-three of them; and although there were so many, the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.” Now none of the disciples dared ask him, “Who are you?” They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and so with the fish. This was now the third time that Jesus was revealed to the disciples after he was raised from the dead.”\n\nJohn 21:15-19, Peter Is Given a Command - “When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” A second time he said to him, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Tend my sheep.” He said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was grieved because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” And he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep. Truly, truly, I say to you, when you were young, you girded yourself and walked where you would; but when you are old, you will stretch out your hands, and another will gird you and carry you where you do not wish to go.” 19 (This he said to show by what death he was to glorify God.) And after this he said to him, “Follow me.”","content_html":"Jeff Cavins digs into scriptures on restoration in the Gospel of John and compares Peter’s journey to Holly Golightly from Breakfast at Tiffany’s. At some point, both run away from their responsibilities, but eventually turn around and embrace transformative relationships.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Whatever you’ve done, the Lord is able to restore you, and it doesn’t take a fanfare, it oftentimes is a very simple thing.”
SHOWNOTES
\n\nJohn 18:15-18, Peter Denies Jesus - “Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple. As this disciple was known to the high priest, he entered the court of the high priest along with Jesus, while Peter stood outside at the door. So the other disciple, who was known to the high priest, went out and spoke to the maid who kept the door, and brought Peter in. The maid who kept the door said to Peter, “Are not you also one of this man’s disciples?” He said, “I am not.” Now the servants and officers had made a charcoal fire, because it was cold, and they were standing and warming themselves; Peter also was with them, standing and warming himself.
\n\nJohn 18:19-24, The High Priest Questions Jesus - The high priest then questioned Jesus about his disciples and his teaching. Jesus answered him, “I have spoken openly to the world; I have always taught in synagogues and in the temple, where all Jews come together; I have said nothing secretly. Why do you ask me? Ask those who have heard me, what I said to them; they know what I said.” When he had said this, one of the officers standing by struck Jesus with his hand, saying, “Is that how you answer the high priest?” Jesus answered him, “If I have spoken wrongly, bear witness to the wrong; but if I have spoken rightly, why do you strike me?” Annas then sent him bound to Ca′iaphas the high priest.
\n\nJohn 18:25-27, Peter Denies Jesus Again - Now Simon Peter was standing and warming himself. They said to him, “Are not you also one of his disciples?” He denied it and said, “I am not.” One of the servants of the high priest, a kinsman of the man whose ear Peter had cut off, asked, “Did I not see you in the garden with him?” Peter again denied it; and at once the cock crowed.”
\n\nJohn 21:1-14, Jesus Appears to Disciples by the Sea of Tiberias - “After this Jesus revealed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tibe′ri-as; and he revealed himself in this way. Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathan′a-el of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zeb′edee, and two others of his disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, “I am going fishing.” They said to him, “We will go with you.” They went out and got into the boat; but that night they caught nothing.
\n\nJust as day was breaking, Jesus stood on the beach; yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. 5 Jesus said to them, “Children, have you any fish?” They answered him, “No.” He said to them, “Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some.” So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in, for the quantity of fish. That disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his clothes, for he was stripped for work, and sprang into the sea. But the other disciples came in the boat, dragging the net full of fish, for they were not far from the land, but about a hundred yards off.
\n\nWhen they got out on land, they saw a charcoal fire there, with fish lying on it, and bread. Jesus said to them, “Bring some of the fish that you have just caught.” So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, a hundred and fifty-three of them; and although there were so many, the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.” Now none of the disciples dared ask him, “Who are you?” They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and so with the fish. This was now the third time that Jesus was revealed to the disciples after he was raised from the dead.”
\n\nJohn 21:15-19, Peter Is Given a Command - “When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” A second time he said to him, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Tend my sheep.” He said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was grieved because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” And he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep. Truly, truly, I say to you, when you were young, you girded yourself and walked where you would; but when you are old, you will stretch out your hands, and another will gird you and carry you where you do not wish to go.” 19 (This he said to show by what death he was to glorify God.) And after this he said to him, “Follow me.”
","summary":"Jeff Cavins digs into scriptures on restoration in the Gospel of John and compares Peter’s journey to Holly Golightly from Breakfast at Tiffany’s. At some point, both run away from their responsibilities, but eventually turn around and embrace transformative relationships.","date_published":"2019-07-19T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e74b953e-1bbb-4cbe-b3ac-f09764970e05.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":41518978,"duration_in_seconds":1727}]},{"id":"8bfdc3f5-4714-4ed5-9b56-07d1da1ed461","title":"Created for Love, Settling for Likes","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/124","content_text":"We are created to be loved, and to love others. But it’s easy to settle for likes. We feel a boost of ego when someone leaves a flattering comment or shares our post, and it’s satisfying … to a point. But deep inside we all want to be loved, not just liked. \n\nJeff brings up Scripture passages on what it means to be created for love and talks about the things that hold us back from pursuing authentic love.\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“We are created for love, but we settle for likes because of fear, anger, hurt, woundedness, ego, inconvenience, love of money—all of these things can stop us.”\n\nSHOWNOTES\n\nJohn 15:13 \n“No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”\n\nCCC 545 \n“Jesus invites sinners to the table of the kingdom: ‘I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.’ He invites them to that conversion without which one cannot enter the kingdom, but shows them in word and deed his Father's boundless mercy for them and the vast ‘joy in heaven over one sinner who repents’. The supreme proof of his love will be the sacrifice of his own life ‘for the forgiveness of sins\".\n\nJohn 13:34 \n“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.”\n\nJohn 17:26 \n“I made known to them thy name, and I will make it known, that the love with which thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.”\n\nJohn 3:16 \n“For God so loved the world that he gave his only-begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”\n\nJohn 14:21 \n“He who has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me; and he who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and manifest myself to him.”\n\nEphesians 5:25 \n“Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the Church and gave himself up for her”\n\nJohn 1:18 \n“No one has ever seen God; the only Son, who is in the bosom of the Father, he has made him known.”\n\nWhat stops the love of God?\nFear – fear of opening up your heart \nAnger – unresolved conflict in our hearts\nHurt – go to confession and profess your desire to grow closer to God\nWoundedness – wounds from our lives that stop us from receiving the love of God\nJealousy, Envy, and Inconvenience\nEgo – believing that we can do it all on our own\nLove of Money and Career - are our careers keeping us from loving those around us?","content_html":"We are created to be loved, and to love others. But it’s easy to settle for likes. We feel a boost of ego when someone leaves a flattering comment or shares our post, and it’s satisfying … to a point. But deep inside we all want to be loved, not just liked.
\n\nJeff brings up Scripture passages on what it means to be created for love and talks about the things that hold us back from pursuing authentic love.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“We are created for love, but we settle for likes because of fear, anger, hurt, woundedness, ego, inconvenience, love of money—all of these things can stop us.”
SHOWNOTES
\n\nJohn 15:13
\n“No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
CCC 545
\n“Jesus invites sinners to the table of the kingdom: ‘I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.’ He invites them to that conversion without which one cannot enter the kingdom, but shows them in word and deed his Father's boundless mercy for them and the vast ‘joy in heaven over one sinner who repents’. The supreme proof of his love will be the sacrifice of his own life ‘for the forgiveness of sins".
John 13:34
\n“A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.”
John 17:26
\n“I made known to them thy name, and I will make it known, that the love with which thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.”
John 3:16
\n“For God so loved the world that he gave his only-begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
John 14:21
\n“He who has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me; and he who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and manifest myself to him.”
Ephesians 5:25
\n“Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the Church and gave himself up for her”
John 1:18
\n“No one has ever seen God; the only Son, who is in the bosom of the Father, he has made him known.”
What stops the love of God?
\nFear – fear of opening up your heart
\nAnger – unresolved conflict in our hearts
\nHurt – go to confession and profess your desire to grow closer to God
\nWoundedness – wounds from our lives that stop us from receiving the love of God
\nJealousy, Envy, and Inconvenience
\nEgo – believing that we can do it all on our own
\nLove of Money and Career - are our careers keeping us from loving those around us?
Ministry programs and apologetics are great, but there’s one area that parishes can often neglect: evangelization.
\n\nChristians have a mandate to “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” But so many Catholics seem to opt out of this and prefer to build programs that service the inner circle instead of welcoming in the larger community. We’re hitting the target, but not the bullseye.
\n\nJeff references Scripture passages and the seven parts of the kerygma to inspire outreach and evangelization in your parish and greater community.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“We have a mandate to go and make disciples … but do the people in our parish know what the RCIA program even is?”
To get the shownotes, email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com or visit the website at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow
","summary":"Ministry programs and apologetics are great, but there’s one area that parishes can often neglect: evangelization. Christians have a mandate to “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” But so many Catholics seem to opt out of this and prefer to build programs that service the inner circle instead of welcoming in the larger community. We’re hitting the target, but not the bullseye.","date_published":"2019-07-05T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/681401de-84df-4140-a3a1-d35e82ee3cad.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":46787769,"duration_in_seconds":1946}]},{"id":"86b3b3bd-6df9-4330-a307-fe68ecd27a4c","title":"Tweet Others the Way You Want to be Tweeted","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/122","content_text":"If social media existed when the Scriptures were written, what would they say about it? Jeff revises verses from the Bible about speech to answer this question. \n\nSnippet from the Show\n“Rash tweets are like sword thrusts, but the tweet of the wise brings healing.”\n\nCheck out today's shownotes (including every scripture verse from this episode) at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com","content_html":"If social media existed when the Scriptures were written, what would they say about it? Jeff revises verses from the Bible about speech to answer this question.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Rash tweets are like sword thrusts, but the tweet of the wise brings healing.”
Check out today's shownotes (including every scripture verse from this episode) at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"If social media existed when the Scriptures were written, what would they say about it? Jeff revises verses from the Bible about speech to answer this question. \r\n","date_published":"2019-06-28T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/86b3b3bd-6df9-4330-a307-fe68ecd27a4c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":47632462,"duration_in_seconds":1982}]},{"id":"80588437-24b4-46e3-9d1a-653813821fad","title":"Having Trouble Sleeping? Scripture is Ambien for the Soul","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/121","content_text":"A go-to response to insomnia typically involves a snack and TV remote, but there are better ways to get real rest and wake up feeling refreshed. Jeff has some advice for those who have difficulty sleeping, and it all comes from Scripture!\n\nThe topic of sleep is a recurring theme in the Bible, and each verse in this episode provides an instruction about how to quiet the mind and get the rest we crave. \n\nSnippet from the Show\nWorry is where you pay today for something that could possibly happen tomorrow. It keeps us up at night. But Matthew 26:33 says, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.”\n\nSHOWNOTES\n\n\nDaniel 2:1 - In the second year of the reign of Nebuchadnez′zar, Nebuchadnez′zar had dreams; and his spirit was troubled, and his sleep left him.\nPsalm 121:3-4 - He will not let your foot be moved, he who keeps you will not slumber. Behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.\nMatthew 8:23-24 - And when he got into the boat, his disciples followed him. And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by the waves; but he was asleep.\nProverbs 6:9-11 - How long will you lie there, O sluggard? When will you arise from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a vagabond, and want like an armed man.\nProverbs 20:13 - Love not sleep, lest you come to poverty; open your eyes, and you will have plenty of bread.\nPsalm 127:2 - It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.\nPsalm 36:4 - He plots mischief while on his bed; he sets himself in a way that is not good\nProverbs 4:14-16 - Do not enter the path of the wicked, and do not walk in the way of evil men. Avoid it; do not go on it; turn away from it and pass on. For they cannot sleep unless they have done wrong; they are robbed of sleep unless they have made some one stumble.\nMatthew 6:25-27 - “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you shall eat or what you shall drink, nor about your body, what you shall put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add one cubit to his span of life?”\nMatthew 26:32-33 - For the Gentiles seek all these things; and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.\nProverbs 3:24-26 - If you sit down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden panic, or of the ruin of the wicked, when it comes; for the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.\nPhilippians 4:6-7 - Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.\nPsalm 91:1-5 - He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, who abides in the shadow of the Almighty, will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.” For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence; he will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler. You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day,\nThe Lord sustains you\nPsalm 3:5 - I lie down and sleep; I wake again, for the Lord sustains me.\nPsalm 4:8 - In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for thou alone, O Lord, makest me dwell in safety. \nHonest day’s work\nEcclesiastes 5:12 - Sweet is the sleep of a laborer, whether he eats little or much; but the surfeit of the rich will not let him sleep.\nPsalm 119:62 - At midnight I rise to praise thee, because of thy righteous ordinances.\nPsalm 23 - The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want; he makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of my enemies; thou anointest my head with oil, my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.\nMatthew 11:28-30 - “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”\n\n\nGo to ascensionpress.com/thjeffcavinsshow for resources, shownotes, and more!","content_html":"A go-to response to insomnia typically involves a snack and TV remote, but there are better ways to get real rest and wake up feeling refreshed. Jeff has some advice for those who have difficulty sleeping, and it all comes from Scripture!
\n\nThe topic of sleep is a recurring theme in the Bible, and each verse in this episode provides an instruction about how to quiet the mind and get the rest we crave.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nWorry is where you pay today for something that could possibly happen tomorrow. It keeps us up at night. But Matthew 26:33 says, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.”
SHOWNOTES
\n\nDaniel 2:1 - In the second year of the reign of Nebuchadnez′zar, Nebuchadnez′zar had dreams; and his spirit was troubled, and his sleep left him.
Psalm 121:3-4 - He will not let your foot be moved, he who keeps you will not slumber. Behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.
Matthew 8:23-24 - And when he got into the boat, his disciples followed him. And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by the waves; but he was asleep.
Proverbs 6:9-11 - How long will you lie there, O sluggard? When will you arise from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a vagabond, and want like an armed man.
Proverbs 20:13 - Love not sleep, lest you come to poverty; open your eyes, and you will have plenty of bread.
Psalm 127:2 - It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.
Psalm 36:4 - He plots mischief while on his bed; he sets himself in a way that is not good
Proverbs 4:14-16 - Do not enter the path of the wicked, and do not walk in the way of evil men. Avoid it; do not go on it; turn away from it and pass on. For they cannot sleep unless they have done wrong; they are robbed of sleep unless they have made some one stumble.
Matthew 6:25-27 - “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you shall eat or what you shall drink, nor about your body, what you shall put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add one cubit to his span of life?”
Matthew 26:32-33 - For the Gentiles seek all these things; and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.
Proverbs 3:24-26 - If you sit down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden panic, or of the ruin of the wicked, when it comes; for the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.
Philippians 4:6-7 - Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Psalm 91:1-5 - He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, who abides in the shadow of the Almighty, will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.” For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence; he will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler. You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day,
\nThe Lord sustains you
Psalm 3:5 - I lie down and sleep; I wake again, for the Lord sustains me.
Psalm 4:8 - In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for thou alone, O Lord, makest me dwell in safety.
\nHonest day’s work
Ecclesiastes 5:12 - Sweet is the sleep of a laborer, whether he eats little or much; but the surfeit of the rich will not let him sleep.
Psalm 119:62 - At midnight I rise to praise thee, because of thy righteous ordinances.
Psalm 23 - The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want; he makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of my enemies; thou anointest my head with oil, my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
Matthew 11:28-30 - “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
Go to ascensionpress.com/thjeffcavinsshow for resources, shownotes, and more!
","summary":"A go-to response to insomnia typically involves a snack and TV remote, but there are better ways to get real rest and wake up feeling refreshed. Jeff has some advice for those who have difficulty sleeping, and it all comes from Scripture! The topic of sleep is a recurring theme in the Bible, and each verse in this episode provides an instruction about how to quiet the mind and get the rest we crave.","date_published":"2019-06-21T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/80588437-24b4-46e3-9d1a-653813821fad.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":56674241,"duration_in_seconds":2358}]},{"id":"b4778fce-2b00-43e6-abf3-a6e0b164c1bb","title":"What To Do About Bedwetting (and Other Personal Embarrassments)","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/120","content_text":"Jeff shares the feelings of shame and isolation he faced as a kid struggling with bedwetting. Even if you never wet the bed, experiencing embarrassment and even self-loathing because of a perceived flaw is something we can all relate to. \n\nJeff shares tips on how to react to someone experiencing these feelings, and points out that we’re not defined by those imperfections. We’re defined by our relationship with Jesus, and he will always look on us with love.\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“What we perceive as some kind of stigma or impediment does not define us. We’re defined by the blood of the lamb and the relationship we have with Jesus.”\n\nSHOWNOTES\nTips for dealing with bedwetting:\n\n\nBe Patient - This is not something you can’t cope with.\nRealize that they may think their self-identity is in the balance, and that struggle is more important than your convenience.\nLove and affirm them as sons and daughters of God.\nMake sure they know they are not defined by this.\nOffer up your inconvenience to the Lord.\n\n\n1 Peter 4:8 - Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins.\n\nJohn 9:1 - As he passed by, he saw a man blind from birth. And his disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” Jesus answered, “It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but that the works of God might be displayed in him. We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” Having said these things, he spit on the ground and made mud with the saliva. Then he anointed the man’s eyes with the mud and said to him, “Go, wash in the pool of Silo′am” (which means Sent). So he went and washed and came back seeing.\n\nColossians 1:24 - “Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I complete what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church.”\n\nResources in this Episode\n\n\nSign up to be alerted when the new Bible study on Romans is available!\nThe Great Adventure Bible - the #1 Bible on Amazon!\nJeff Cavins Pilgrimages \n","content_html":"Jeff shares the feelings of shame and isolation he faced as a kid struggling with bedwetting. Even if you never wet the bed, experiencing embarrassment and even self-loathing because of a perceived flaw is something we can all relate to.
\n\nJeff shares tips on how to react to someone experiencing these feelings, and points out that we’re not defined by those imperfections. We’re defined by our relationship with Jesus, and he will always look on us with love.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“What we perceive as some kind of stigma or impediment does not define us. We’re defined by the blood of the lamb and the relationship we have with Jesus.”
SHOWNOTES
\nTips for dealing with bedwetting:
1 Peter 4:8 - Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins.
\n\nJohn 9:1 - As he passed by, he saw a man blind from birth. And his disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” Jesus answered, “It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but that the works of God might be displayed in him. We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” Having said these things, he spit on the ground and made mud with the saliva. Then he anointed the man’s eyes with the mud and said to him, “Go, wash in the pool of Silo′am” (which means Sent). So he went and washed and came back seeing.
\n\nColossians 1:24 - “Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I complete what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church.”
\n\nResources in this Episode
\n\nIf you are a parent, grandparent, godparent, or spiritual parent, one of the best gifts you can give is a Bible. But not just any Bible, your Bible. The one where you’ve underlined verses, written notes in the margins, and added your prayers in the open spaces.
\n\nStart writing in your Bible with the specific intention of giving it to your son or daughter. It’s a beautiful way to share your spiritual life with your children and they will cherish it for life.
\n\nJeff goes over some practical tips on how to mark up your Bible - check out this episode for more.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“How will we pass on the Faith to the next generation? … Get a brand new Bible and take notes in it with your son, daughter, grandson, or niece in mind and give it to them as a record of your prayers, intentions, and hopes for them.”
SHOWNOTES
\n\n2 Peter 1:12-15 - “Therefore I intend always to remind you of these things, though you know them and are established in the truth that you have. I think it right, as long as I am in this body, to arouse you by way of reminder, since I know that the putting off of my body will be soon, as our Lord Jesus Christ showed me. And I will see to it that after my departure you may be able at any time to recall these things.”
\n\nJohn 14:27 - “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
\n\nColor Coding
\n\nResources in this Episode
\nThe Great Adventure Catholic Bible
\nKergyma Card
\nActivated Disciple
\nJeff Cavins Pilgrimages
Looking for peace and simplicity? Get rid of the factors that complicate your life. Jeff zeroes in on the things that disrupt our peace and rupture our relationships.
\n\nHe explains how each of these things affects us and what we can do to overcome these disruptions and find our inner calm.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“When we choose to sin, it complicates our lives in powerful ways ... we lose the integration between soul and body.”
Do you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
\n\nCheck out the shownotes for this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com and we'll send them straight to your inbox!
","summary":"Looking for peace and simplicity? Get rid of the factors that complicate your life. Jeff zeroes in on the things that disrupt our peace and rupture our relationships. He explains how each of these things affects us and what we can do to overcome these disruptions and find our inner calm.","date_published":"2019-05-31T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/07ec61b2-c5a8-4733-9600-c6d6ec05a9cd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":55924324,"duration_in_seconds":2329}]},{"id":"bbaf9a9c-cc51-4114-b7b3-a57324907282","title":"If Deadly Sins Had Babies (Part 2)","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/117","content_text":"Jeff continues the discussion on how the seven deadly sins can show up in our lives. This week he covers envy, gluttony, avarice, and sloth and all the ways we can participate in these vices, often without realizing it.\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“Jesus said we should mourn with those who mourn and rejoice with those who rejoice. But envy is all upside down. It causes us to rejoice with those who mourn and mourn with those who rejoice.”\n\nGet the downloadable pdf in the shownotes of this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow","content_html":"Jeff continues the discussion on how the seven deadly sins can show up in our lives. This week he covers envy, gluttony, avarice, and sloth and all the ways we can participate in these vices, often without realizing it.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Jesus said we should mourn with those who mourn and rejoice with those who rejoice. But envy is all upside down. It causes us to rejoice with those who mourn and mourn with those who rejoice.”
Get the downloadable pdf in the shownotes of this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow
","summary":"Jeff continues the discussion on how the seven deadly sins can show up in our lives. This week he covers envy, gluttony, avarice, and sloth and all the ways we can participate in these vices, often without realizing it. Do you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!\r\n\r\n","date_published":"2019-05-24T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/bbaf9a9c-cc51-4114-b7b3-a57324907282.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":51988844,"duration_in_seconds":2165}]},{"id":"583409b9-ece1-42a3-bdf7-a9698500e507","title":"If Deadly Sins Had Babies (Part 1)","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/116","content_text":"We’re familiar with the seven deadly sins, but these vices have offshoots that can be harder to identify. For example, you may not think you have a problem with pride, but if you struggle with disobedience, boastfulness, or stubbornness, you’re grappling with a “child” of pride.\n\nJeff goes through the offspring of pride, anger, and lust in today’s episode, and will cover the rest of the seven deadly sins next week!\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Send an email to thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“Humility is a proper view of who you are in relationship to God. When we walk in humility, the Lord can do amazing things in our lives.”\n\nCheck out this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow to see the shownotes and resources from Jeff. ","content_html":"We’re familiar with the seven deadly sins, but these vices have offshoots that can be harder to identify. For example, you may not think you have a problem with pride, but if you struggle with disobedience, boastfulness, or stubbornness, you’re grappling with a “child” of pride.
\n\nJeff goes through the offspring of pride, anger, and lust in today’s episode, and will cover the rest of the seven deadly sins next week!
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Send an email to thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“Humility is a proper view of who you are in relationship to God. When we walk in humility, the Lord can do amazing things in our lives.”
Check out this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow to see the shownotes and resources from Jeff.
","summary":"We’re familiar with the seven deadly sins, but these vices have offshoots that can be harder to identify. For example, you may not think you have a problem with pride, but if you struggle with disobedience, boastfulness, or stubbornness, you’re grappling with a “child” of pride. Jeff goes through the offspring of pride, anger, and lust in today’s episode, and will cover the rest of the seven deadly sins next week!","date_published":"2019-05-17T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/583409b9-ece1-42a3-bdf7-a9698500e507.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":54354672,"duration_in_seconds":2264}]},{"id":"61f38eb4-b5d4-41ee-ab18-a919ce8eaaf3","title":"What Do You Smell Like to God?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/115","content_text":"Did you know God likes certain aromas and smells? It’s not the literal smell that finds favor with God, but the meaning behind the smell. For example, the smell of incense represents prayer going up to heaven, which God loves.\n\nJeff breaks down the four favorite aromas of God in today’s episode: prayer, repentance, kerygma, and loving sacrifice. He also reads out some feedback and answers questions from listeners. \n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!\n\nSnippet from the Show\n\n“God commanded the priests of Israel to continually burn aromatic incense ... but it wasn’t simply the fragrance itself that pleased God, but what it represented: the constant prayers of his people.”\n\nCheck out the shownotes and resources from this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com","content_html":"Did you know God likes certain aromas and smells? It’s not the literal smell that finds favor with God, but the meaning behind the smell. For example, the smell of incense represents prayer going up to heaven, which God loves.
\n\nJeff breaks down the four favorite aromas of God in today’s episode: prayer, repentance, kerygma, and loving sacrifice. He also reads out some feedback and answers questions from listeners.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n\n“God commanded the priests of Israel to continually burn aromatic incense ... but it wasn’t simply the fragrance itself that pleased God, but what it represented: the constant prayers of his people.”
\n\nCheck out the shownotes and resources from this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
","summary":"Did you know God likes certain aromas and smells? It’s not the literal smell that finds favor with God, but the meaning behind the smell. For example, the smell of incense represents prayer going up to heaven, which God loves.\r\n\r\nJeff breaks down the four favorite aromas of God in today’s episode: prayer, repentance, witnessing, and sacrifice. He also reads out some feedback and answers questions from listeners. \r\n\r\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","date_published":"2019-05-10T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/61f38eb4-b5d4-41ee-ab18-a919ce8eaaf3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":46656106,"duration_in_seconds":1943}]},{"id":"ba47ba14-5545-4378-8fd5-94e85d565db2","title":"Meet My Friends: Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/114","content_text":"Jeff sits down with Mike “Gomer” Gormley and Dave VanVickle, hosts of Every Knee Shall Bow, a podcast about how Catholics can evangelize and share the faith. \n\nMike and Dave are both very active in evangelization at their parishes and in their personal lives. We talk about the assumptions we make about other Catholics, tracks (pamphlets that preach the gospel), and what to say to people who don’t consider evangelization their “gift”.\n\nSnippet from the Show\nThe big focus is community. Jesus Christ is very keen on community because it reflects a trinitarian lifestyle.","content_html":"Jeff sits down with Mike “Gomer” Gormley and Dave VanVickle, hosts of Every Knee Shall Bow, a podcast about how Catholics can evangelize and share the faith.
\n\nMike and Dave are both very active in evangelization at their parishes and in their personal lives. We talk about the assumptions we make about other Catholics, tracks (pamphlets that preach the gospel), and what to say to people who don’t consider evangelization their “gift”.
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nThe big focus is community. Jesus Christ is very keen on community because it reflects a trinitarian lifestyle.
Just as we need to eat to nourish the body, there are certain things we need to do to nourish the soul. Jeff shares 7 ways to truly feed our souls.
\n\nFor more episodes, check out this podcast at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow
\n\nSHOWNOTES
\n\nIsaiah 55:1 - “Ho, every one who thirsts, come to the waters; and he who has no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. Why do you spend your money for that which is not bread, and your labor for that which does not satisfy? Hearken diligently to me, and eat what is good, and delight yourselves in fatness.
\n\nIsaiah 55:2 - Why pay money for something that will not nourish you? Why spend your hard-earned money on something that will not satisfy? Listen carefully to me and eat what is nourishing! Enjoy fine food!
\n\nEphesians 5:29-30 - For no man ever hates his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, as Christ does the church, because we are members of his body.
\n\nEphesians 6:4 - “And the fathers! provoke not your children, but nourish them in the instruction and admonition of the Lord.”
\n\n1Peter 2:1 - So put away all malice and all guile and insincerity and envy and all slander. Like newborn babes, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up to salvation; for you have tasted the kindness of the Lord.
\n\n1Corinthians 3:1 - But I, brethren, could not address you as spiritual men, but as men of the flesh, as babes in Christ. I fed you with milk, not solid food; for you were not ready for it; and even yet you are not ready, for you are still of the flesh. For while there is jealousy and strife among you, are you not of the flesh, and behaving like ordinary men?
","summary":"Just as we need to eat to nourish the body, there are certain things we need to do to nourish the soul. Jeff shares 7 ways to truly feed our souls: eucharist, scripture, prayer, confession, focused reading, getting to know the saints, and taking care of your body.","date_published":"2019-04-26T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/0da17715-c8af-464f-b9e4-e2a7e7a63bc6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":49516928,"duration_in_seconds":2062}]},{"id":"e30fee84-682f-4638-92f1-85e35854f4f0","title":"A Holy Week I Will Never Forget","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/112","content_text":"","content_html":"","summary":"","date_published":"2019-04-19T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e30fee84-682f-4638-92f1-85e35854f4f0.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":11019509,"duration_in_seconds":458}]},{"id":"feade710-57f8-43db-af20-d7ee80b3d25d","title":"How To Talk on Water","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/111","content_text":"Have you ever tried walking on water? It is definitely not something we can do on our own. But this scripture passage is an invitation for each of us to get out of our comfort zones and come to him. One of the ways we can do this is by sharing the good news of the Gospel with people he puts in our paths. \n\nJeff talks about what to say to others about God as well as tips for approaching people. When we share the message of the Gospel, the Holy Spirit confirms that message in those hearts. One person plants the seed, another waters it, and God allows the growth.\n\nHow do you share your faith with other people? \n\nSnippet from the Show\nSharing Christ with others begins with a personal relationship with the Lord. As St. Peter said, “Always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who calls you to account for the hope that is in you.”\n\nSHOWNOTES\n1 Peter 3:15 - Always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who calls you to account for the hope that is in you. \n\nCCC Paragraph 1 - God, infinitely perfect and blessed in himself, in a plan of sheer goodness freely created man to make him share in his own blessed life. For this reason, at every time and in every place, God draws close to man. He calls man to seek him, to know him, to love him with all his strength. He calls together all men, scattered and divided by sin, into the unity of his family, the Church. To accomplish this, when the fullness of time had come, God sent his Son as Redeemer and Savior. In his Son and through him, he invites men to become, in the Holy Spirit, his adopted children and thus heirs of his blessed life.\n\nCCC Paragraphs 1430-1431 - Jesus' call to conversion and penance, like that of the prophets before him, does not aim first at outward works, \"sackcloth and ashes,\" fasting and mortification, but at the conversion of the heart, interior conversion. Without this, such penances remain sterile and false; however, interior conversion urges expression in visible signs, gestures and works of penance.\n\nInterior repentance is a radical reorientation of our whole life, a return, a conversion to God with all our heart, an end of sin, a turning away from evil, with repugnance toward the evil actions we have committed. At the same time it entails the desire and resolution to change one's life, with hope in God's mercy and trust in the help of his grace. This conversion of heart is accompanied by a salutary pain and sadness which the Fathers called animi cruciatus (affliction of spirit) and compunctio cordis (repentance of heart).\n\n7 Steps of the Kerygma\n\n\nGod loves YOU and has a plan for your life\nSin will destroy you and ruin God’s plan for your life\nJesus Christ died to save you\nRepent and believe the Gospel, the “good news”\nBe baptized and receive the Holy Spirit\nAbide in Christ and His body the Church\nGo and make disciples yourself\n\n\nJeff’s 5 Tips\n\n\nGet to know the 7 points of the kerygma.\nFind your way of conveying this kerygma.\nPractice situational awareness.\nAsk questions.\nSuggest a next step or next get-together.\n\n\nResources from this episode can be found at ascensionpress.com","content_html":"Have you ever tried walking on water? It is definitely not something we can do on our own. But this scripture passage is an invitation for each of us to get out of our comfort zones and come to him. One of the ways we can do this is by sharing the good news of the Gospel with people he puts in our paths.
\n\nJeff talks about what to say to others about God as well as tips for approaching people. When we share the message of the Gospel, the Holy Spirit confirms that message in those hearts. One person plants the seed, another waters it, and God allows the growth.
\n\nHow do you share your faith with other people?
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nSharing Christ with others begins with a personal relationship with the Lord. As St. Peter said, “Always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who calls you to account for the hope that is in you.”
SHOWNOTES
\n1 Peter 3:15 - Always be prepared to make a defense to anyone who calls you to account for the hope that is in you.
CCC Paragraph 1 - God, infinitely perfect and blessed in himself, in a plan of sheer goodness freely created man to make him share in his own blessed life. For this reason, at every time and in every place, God draws close to man. He calls man to seek him, to know him, to love him with all his strength. He calls together all men, scattered and divided by sin, into the unity of his family, the Church. To accomplish this, when the fullness of time had come, God sent his Son as Redeemer and Savior. In his Son and through him, he invites men to become, in the Holy Spirit, his adopted children and thus heirs of his blessed life.
\n\nCCC Paragraphs 1430-1431 - Jesus' call to conversion and penance, like that of the prophets before him, does not aim first at outward works, "sackcloth and ashes," fasting and mortification, but at the conversion of the heart, interior conversion. Without this, such penances remain sterile and false; however, interior conversion urges expression in visible signs, gestures and works of penance.
\n\nInterior repentance is a radical reorientation of our whole life, a return, a conversion to God with all our heart, an end of sin, a turning away from evil, with repugnance toward the evil actions we have committed. At the same time it entails the desire and resolution to change one's life, with hope in God's mercy and trust in the help of his grace. This conversion of heart is accompanied by a salutary pain and sadness which the Fathers called animi cruciatus (affliction of spirit) and compunctio cordis (repentance of heart).
\n\n7 Steps of the Kerygma
\n\nJeff’s 5 Tips
\n\nResources from this episode can be found at ascensionpress.com
","summary":"Have you ever tried walking on water? It is definitely not something we can do on our own. But this scripture passage is an invitation for each of us to get out of our comfort zones and come to him. One of the ways we can do this is by sharing the good news of the Gospel with people he puts in our paths. Jeff talks about what to say to others about God as well as tips for approaching people. When we share the message of the Gospel, the Holy Spirit confirms that message in those hearts. One person plants the seed, another waters it, and God allows the growth. How do you share your faith with other people? ","date_published":"2019-04-12T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/feade710-57f8-43db-af20-d7ee80b3d25d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":53213706,"duration_in_seconds":2216}]},{"id":"9eb3b42d-e66d-4381-a321-185f2863885d","title":"Meet My Friends: Chef John Folse","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/110","content_text":"Jeff is talking to Chef John Folse, restaurant owner, television host, leading authority on cajun food, and devout Catholic. \n\nFrom growing up in the swamps of Louisiana during segregation, to serving food to President Reagan and Soviet Leader Gorbachevat, to meeting St. John Paul II, Chef John says he strives everyday to ask God, “What do you want me to do now?”\n\n_Snippet from the Show\n\nIt was fifteen years before I woke up in the middle of the night one night, I sat up in bed and I said, “Oh my God, I did not go to Russia to serve Reagan and Gorbachevat, God sent me to Russia to bring her a Bible.”_\n\nCheck out this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow","content_html":"Jeff is talking to Chef John Folse, restaurant owner, television host, leading authority on cajun food, and devout Catholic.
\n\nFrom growing up in the swamps of Louisiana during segregation, to serving food to President Reagan and Soviet Leader Gorbachevat, to meeting St. John Paul II, Chef John says he strives everyday to ask God, “What do you want me to do now?”
\n\n_Snippet from the Show
\n\nIt was fifteen years before I woke up in the middle of the night one night, I sat up in bed and I said, “Oh my God, I did not go to Russia to serve Reagan and Gorbachevat, God sent me to Russia to bring her a Bible.”_
\n\nCheck out this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow
","summary":"Jeff is talking to Chef John Folse, restaurant owner, television host, leading authority on cajun food, and devout Catholic. From growing up in the swamps of Louisiana during segregation, to serving food to President Reagan and Soviet Leader Gorbachevat, to meeting St. John Paul II, Chef John says he strives everyday to ask God, “What do you want me to do now?”","date_published":"2019-04-05T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/9eb3b42d-e66d-4381-a321-185f2863885d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":69828280,"duration_in_seconds":2908}]},{"id":"a91e34dc-0a92-40e5-93d5-8fd2b2552c90","title":"How I Learned to Read Minds","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/109","content_text":"Do you want to learn how to read minds? All you have to do is think about what you wish people would do for you, and then do it for them. You’ll find it’s exactly how people want to be treated. It’s like reading their mind.\n\nDo you want understanding, forgiveness, compassion, respect, and friendliness from others? They want that from you as well. \n\nWe can also look to Scripture to discover how people want to be treated, especially the fruits of the Holy Spirit.\n\n“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such there is no law” (Galatians 5:22-23).\n\nSee the shownotes for more details, resources, and Bible verses to ponder. You can find them at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavisshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com\n\nSnippet from the Show\n“I know that this is the way I would want to be treated, so I will treat people I meet today with self-control, gentleness, I’ll be faithful, I’ll walk in goodness, I’ll be kind, I’ll be patient, I’ll promote peace, I’ll exhibit joy, I will walk in love. I’ll be understanding and forgiving.”","content_html":"Do you want to learn how to read minds? All you have to do is think about what you wish people would do for you, and then do it for them. You’ll find it’s exactly how people want to be treated. It’s like reading their mind.
\n\nDo you want understanding, forgiveness, compassion, respect, and friendliness from others? They want that from you as well.
\n\nWe can also look to Scripture to discover how people want to be treated, especially the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
\n\n“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such there is no law” (Galatians 5:22-23).
\n\nSee the shownotes for more details, resources, and Bible verses to ponder. You can find them at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavisshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n“I know that this is the way I would want to be treated, so I will treat people I meet today with self-control, gentleness, I’ll be faithful, I’ll walk in goodness, I’ll be kind, I’ll be patient, I’ll promote peace, I’ll exhibit joy, I will walk in love. I’ll be understanding and forgiving.”
I’m speaking with Fr. Josh Johnson, pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Fr. Josh has a new book out, Broken and Blessed, about how we are broken and our Church is broken, but that the mercy and blessings of God surpasses all our failings.
\n\nWe discuss the theme of brokenness: how to respond to it in others, what to do about it in the Church, and what God thinks of us when we fall.
\n\nIf you know someone struggling with brokenness, I highly recommend Fr. Josh’s book—you can get it at ascensionpress.com
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\nThere was a priest in my diocese that I did not like … but one day I needed the sacrament of reconciliation … and in my 31 years of life the best confession I’ve ever experienced is with this priest. -Fr. Josh Johnson
SHOWNOTES
\n\nRESOURCES FROM THE SHOW
\n\nSpecial Guest: Fr. Josh Johnson.
","summary":"I’m speaking with Fr. Josh Johnson, pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Fr. Josh has a new book out, Broken and Blessed, about how we are broken and our Church is broken, but that the mercy and blessings of God surpasses all our failings. We discuss this theme of brokenness: how to respond to it in others, what to do about it in the Church, and what God thinks of us when we fall. ","date_published":"2019-03-22T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/4b0d0996-47d3-43ac-b305-aa9c29907993.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":54363064,"duration_in_seconds":2264}]},{"id":"6c581820-d1aa-437b-ae31-58694413af10","title":"The Power of Repentance","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/107","content_text":"Repentance is critical for a healthy spiritual life. If we want to get over our mistakes and really orient ourselves around God, we have to have daily repentance. True repentance is not only a change in mind, “O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended you” but also a change in action, “I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to sin no more …” Discover stories of repentance in the Bible, including the Prodigal Son, and learn what these Scripture verses mean for you.\n\nWant the shownotes? Check out this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavisshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com\n\nSnippet from the Show\n\nAn examination [of conscience] is like unpeeling the layers of the heart and laying your soul bare before God.","content_html":"Repentance is critical for a healthy spiritual life. If we want to get over our mistakes and really orient ourselves around God, we have to have daily repentance. True repentance is not only a change in mind, “O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended you” but also a change in action, “I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to sin no more …” Discover stories of repentance in the Bible, including the Prodigal Son, and learn what these Scripture verses mean for you.
\n\nWant the shownotes? Check out this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavisshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
\n\nSnippet from the Show
\n\nAn examination [of conscience] is like unpeeling the layers of the heart and laying your soul bare before God.
","summary":"Repentance is critical for a healthy spiritual life. If we want to get over our mistakes and really orient ourselves around God, we have to have a daily repentance. True repentance is not only a change in mind, “O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended you” but also a change in action, “I firmly resolve, with the help of your grace, to sin no more … ” Learn about stories of repentance in the Bible and what these Scripture verses mean for you. Want the shownotes? Check out this episode at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavisshow or email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com","date_published":"2019-03-15T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/6c581820-d1aa-437b-ae31-58694413af10.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":54523576,"duration_in_seconds":2271}]},{"id":"121ddc57-fb40-41f4-853b-0c71c7a29e68","title":"A Strategy for Lent","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/106","content_text":"Stick to the three pillars of Lent for the full forty days with this strategy from Jeff Cavins.\n\nWe hear about fasting, almsgiving, and prayer so often during Lent that the words can become bland and lose meaning. \n\nBut these practices are not arbitrary measures designed to make us miserable for forty days. They are spiritual disciplines specifically aimed at three areas of weakness in our souls. They help us overcome sin and become more like Jesus. \n\nJeff compares biblical figures from Genesis and 1 John to Jesus’ example in the Gospel of Matthew. He also provides some alternate ways of thinking about fasting, almsgiving, and prayer to help rejuvenate our commitment this Lent. \n\nWant to full shownotes? Email us at thejeffcavisshow@ascensionpress.com\n\nOR visit the website at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow","content_html":"Stick to the three pillars of Lent for the full forty days with this strategy from Jeff Cavins.
\n\nWe hear about fasting, almsgiving, and prayer so often during Lent that the words can become bland and lose meaning.
\n\nBut these practices are not arbitrary measures designed to make us miserable for forty days. They are spiritual disciplines specifically aimed at three areas of weakness in our souls. They help us overcome sin and become more like Jesus.
\n\nJeff compares biblical figures from Genesis and 1 John to Jesus’ example in the Gospel of Matthew. He also provides some alternate ways of thinking about fasting, almsgiving, and prayer to help rejuvenate our commitment this Lent.
\n\nWant to full shownotes? Email us at thejeffcavisshow@ascensionpress.com
\n\nOR visit the website at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow
","summary":"Stick to the three pillars of Lent for the full forty days with this strategy from Jeff Cavins. We hear about fasting, almsgiving, and prayer so often during Lent that the words can become bland and lose meaning. But these practices are not arbitrary measures designed to make us miserable for forty days. They are spiritual disciplines specifically aimed at three areas of weakness in our souls. They help us overcome sin and become more like Jesus. Jeff shows us the effectiveness of these practices by comparing biblical figures from Genesis and 1 John to Jesus’ example in the Gospel of Matthew. He also provides some alternate ways of thinking about fasting, almsgiving, and prayer to help rejuvenate our commitment this Lent. ","date_published":"2019-03-08T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/121ddc57-fb40-41f4-853b-0c71c7a29e68.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":49427914,"duration_in_seconds":2059}]},{"id":"e9b4a60d-2b59-409a-9a4b-69a9110e2936","title":"Is Your Parish Stuck in Traffic?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/105","content_text":"Parish life sometimes feels like being stuck in traffic. Things aren’t moving forward, resources are limited, tempers flare, and it feels like there’s nothing we can do to move things along. But Jeff heard an interesting take on this from Fr. Josh Johnson. He said, “You’re not stuck in traffic. You are traffic.”\n\nWithout knowing it, we can contribute to parish gridlock. Jeff points out several areas where we aimlessly honk our horns instead of doing something to ease the tension.\n\n\nGawking: We find ourselves looking at the problems of others, instead of being part of the solution.\nTaking a seperate car: We live in isolation instead of riding the same bus and cultivating a supportive community.\nAlways taking the same route: We take the same roads again and again, just because they’re familiar, when sometimes we need to find a new way to get things done. \n\n\nJeff also digs into Scripture to help us avoid these tendencies and take up the call to get involved at a parish and get traffic moving again. \n\nWant the shownotes including resources and scripture verses? Email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You can also find them at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow","content_html":"Parish life sometimes feels like being stuck in traffic. Things aren’t moving forward, resources are limited, tempers flare, and it feels like there’s nothing we can do to move things along. But Jeff heard an interesting take on this from Fr. Josh Johnson. He said, “You’re not stuck in traffic. You are traffic.”
\n\nWithout knowing it, we can contribute to parish gridlock. Jeff points out several areas where we aimlessly honk our horns instead of doing something to ease the tension.
\n\nJeff also digs into Scripture to help us avoid these tendencies and take up the call to get involved at a parish and get traffic moving again.
\n\nWant the shownotes including resources and scripture verses? Email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You can also find them at ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow
","summary":"Parish life sometimes feels like being stuck in traffic. Things aren’t moving forward, resources are limited, tempers flare, and it feels like there’s nothing we can do to move things along. But Jeff heard an interesting take on this from Fr. Josh Johnson. He said, “You’re not stuck in traffic. You are traffic.” Without knowing it, we can contribute to parish gridlock. Jeff points out several areas where we aimlessly honk our horns instead of doing something to ease the tension, and finds Scripture verses that can help us avoid these tendencies. ","date_published":"2019-03-01T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e9b4a60d-2b59-409a-9a4b-69a9110e2936.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":43687358,"duration_in_seconds":1819}]},{"id":"8237f558-b3c5-42eb-b286-9f199a12133b","title":"Meet My Friends: Dr. Edward Sri","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/104","content_text":"In today’s episode, Jeff tries something new. He wants you to meet his friend Dr. Edward Sri.\n\nDr. Sri is a theologian, speaker, author of several bestselling books, and also hosts a podcast. He just authored a brand new book entitled “No Greater Love: A Biblical Walk Through Christ’s Passion.” In addition to the book, he went to Israel to film videos that allow you to meditate on Christ’s passion in a much deeper way.\n\nJeff and Dr. Sri also answer tough questions such as: \n\n\nIf God is going to wipe away our sin, couldn't there have been another way besides crucifixion? \nWas Jesus abandoned by the Father when he called out “My God, my God. Why have you forsaken me?” \nDid Jesus have second thoughts about dying for our sins when he asked God to “let this cup pass from me?”\n\n\nSnippet from the Show:\n“You will never see God’s love more beautifully shine than in these accounts of Christ’s passion.”\n\nFor the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavisshow@ascensionpress.com to get them delivered stright to your inbox.","content_html":"In today’s episode, Jeff tries something new. He wants you to meet his friend Dr. Edward Sri.
\n\nDr. Sri is a theologian, speaker, author of several bestselling books, and also hosts a podcast. He just authored a brand new book entitled “No Greater Love: A Biblical Walk Through Christ’s Passion.” In addition to the book, he went to Israel to film videos that allow you to meditate on Christ’s passion in a much deeper way.
\n\nJeff and Dr. Sri also answer tough questions such as:
\n\nSnippet from the Show:
\n“You will never see God’s love more beautifully shine than in these accounts of Christ’s passion.”
For the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavisshow@ascensionpress.com to get them delivered stright to your inbox.
","summary":"In today’s episode, Jeff tries something new. He wants you to meet his friend Dr. Edward Sri.\r\n\r\nDr. Sri is a theologian, speaker, author of several bestselling books, and also hosts a podcast. He just authored a brand new book entitled “No Greater Love: A Biblical Walk Through Christ’s Passion.” In addition to the book, he went to Israel to film videos that allow you to meditate on Christ’s passion in a much deeper way.\r\n\r\nJeff and Dr. Sri also answer tough questions such as: \r\nIf God is going to wipe away our sin, couldn't there have been another way besides crucifixion? \r\nWas Jesus abandoned by the Father when he called out “My God, my God. Why have you forsaken me?” \r\nDid Jesus have second thoughts about dying for our sins when he asked God to “let this cup pass from me?”\r\n\r\nSnippet from the Show:\r\n“You will never see God’s love more beautifully shine than in these accounts of Christ’s passion.”\r\n\r\n\r\n**For the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavisshow@ascensionpress.com to get them delivered stright to your inbox.**","date_published":"2019-02-22T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/8237f558-b3c5-42eb-b286-9f199a12133b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":46846944,"duration_in_seconds":1950}]},{"id":"357e24b6-ef1d-4c6f-92e6-87d282448f7a","title":"Feel Like An Outcast? Touch Jesus’ Garment","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/103","content_text":"Have you ever felt like an outcast? This is a show of hope and possibility.\n\nIn the old testament, because the righteousness of Israel could not overcome the sin and unrighteousness of Egypt, Israelites were given a law that separated them from that unrighteousness. \n\nIn the new testament, however, Jesus reaches out and touches those very people.\n\nWhy?\n\nBecause his righteousness is powerful enough to overcome the darkness and unrighteousness in this world. He cleanses us so that we can come and touch the Son of God.\n\nIt is the people who feel like outcasts that Jesus longs to touch. He longs to give their lives significance and meaning. Jeff explains the context behind the bible passage about the woman who touched Jesus’ garment (Mark 5:25-34) and shows you ways to reach out and touch him today. \n\nFor the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavisshow@ascensionpress.com to get them delivered stright to your inbox.","content_html":"Have you ever felt like an outcast? This is a show of hope and possibility.
\n\nIn the old testament, because the righteousness of Israel could not overcome the sin and unrighteousness of Egypt, Israelites were given a law that separated them from that unrighteousness.
\n\nIn the new testament, however, Jesus reaches out and touches those very people.
\n\nWhy?
\n\nBecause his righteousness is powerful enough to overcome the darkness and unrighteousness in this world. He cleanses us so that we can come and touch the Son of God.
\n\nIt is the people who feel like outcasts that Jesus longs to touch. He longs to give their lives significance and meaning. Jeff explains the context behind the bible passage about the woman who touched Jesus’ garment (Mark 5:25-34) and shows you ways to reach out and touch him today.
\n\nFor the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or email us at thejeffcavisshow@ascensionpress.com to get them delivered stright to your inbox.
","summary":"It is the people who feel like outcasts that Jesus longs to touch. He longs to give their lives significance and meaning. Jeff explains the context behind the bible passage about the woman who touched Jesus’ garment (Mark 5:25-34) and shows you ways to reach out and touch him today. ","date_published":"2019-02-15T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/357e24b6-ef1d-4c6f-92e6-87d282448f7a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":40997284,"duration_in_seconds":1707}]},{"id":"a8aaa010-97d8-4d16-8f4f-016676ef4750","title":"Obtaining Peace of Mind","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/102","content_text":"Peace of mind is something we all struggle towards, but rarely achieve. Today, Jeff talk about why we are unable to obtain peace and gives you five practical ways to reach this elusive state of mind.\n\nFor the full shownotes, including the scripture passages Jeff refers to in this episode, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow and click on this episode.","content_html":"Peace of mind is something we all struggle towards, but rarely achieve. Today, Jeff talk about why we are unable to obtain peace and gives you five practical ways to reach this elusive state of mind.
\n\nFor the full shownotes, including the scripture passages Jeff refers to in this episode, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow and click on this episode.
","summary":"Peace of mind is something we all struggle towards, but rarely achieve. Today, Jeff talk about why we are unable to obtain peace and gives you five practical ways to reach this elusive state of mind.\r\n","date_published":"2019-02-08T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/a8aaa010-97d8-4d16-8f4f-016676ef4750.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":49989142,"duration_in_seconds":2082}]},{"id":"eec8259d-0ec1-4629-94f1-0e310b6c0f24","title":"The Shape of Your Day (Episode 100!)","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/101","content_text":"The morning is a pivotal moment that forms the shape of your day. Unfortunately for many of us, we wake up and find ourselves in the same loop we have been in for so many years. \n\nYou desire more, but how is this possible in the midst of a busy life?\n\nToday Jeff explains how a true disciple not only believes, but listens, reflects, and acts on the Word of God. If you want to change the shape of your day, change the shape of your morning...that’s where it all begins.\n\nAlso, in honor of The Jeff Cavins Show’s 100th episode, we are giving away signed copies of Jeff’s books. Listen to the show to find out if you won! (Winners will be contacted within the next week)","content_html":"The morning is a pivotal moment that forms the shape of your day. Unfortunately for many of us, we wake up and find ourselves in the same loop we have been in for so many years.
\n\nYou desire more, but how is this possible in the midst of a busy life?
\n\nToday Jeff explains how a true disciple not only believes, but listens, reflects, and acts on the Word of God. If you want to change the shape of your day, change the shape of your morning...that’s where it all begins.
\n\nAlso, in honor of The Jeff Cavins Show’s 100th episode, we are giving away signed copies of Jeff’s books. Listen to the show to find out if you won! (Winners will be contacted within the next week)
","summary":"Jeff explains how a true disciple not only believes, but listens, reflects, and acts on the Word of God. If you want to change the shape of your day, change the shape of your morning...that’s where it all begins.\r\n","date_published":"2019-02-01T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/eec8259d-0ec1-4629-94f1-0e310b6c0f24.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":44913202,"duration_in_seconds":1870}]},{"id":"2caa1f02-9536-4d9d-af10-666a2ae2d223","title":"Enter to Win! The Jeff Cavins Show Turns 100","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/100","content_text":"Next week is The Jeff Cavins Show’s 100th episode and we want to do something to celebrate! \n\nWe will be giving away three signed copies of various books Jeff has written: The Activated Disciple, Walking with God, and My Life on the Rock.\n\nHow do you enter?\n\nAll you have to do is sign up to receive Jeff’s weekly shownotes! Simple right? \n\nDon’t know how?\n\n\nVisit ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow\nScroll down and you will see a box where you can enter your email address.\nEnter your email and press subscribe\n\n\nThat’s it! You have now entered your name in the giveaway and will receive all the shownotes from the podcast.\n\nIf you are already subscribed to the shownotes then you are already entered! No need to do anything else!\n\nDuring Jeff’s podcast next week he will randomly select three listeners who will each win one of those books! We will contact you to let you know that you won and will get them sent to you as soon as possible.","content_html":"Next week is The Jeff Cavins Show’s 100th episode and we want to do something to celebrate!
\n\nWe will be giving away three signed copies of various books Jeff has written: The Activated Disciple, Walking with God, and My Life on the Rock.
\n\nHow do you enter?
\n\nAll you have to do is sign up to receive Jeff’s weekly shownotes! Simple right?
\n\nDon’t know how?
\n\nThat’s it! You have now entered your name in the giveaway and will receive all the shownotes from the podcast.
\n\nIf you are already subscribed to the shownotes then you are already entered! No need to do anything else!
\n\nDuring Jeff’s podcast next week he will randomly select three listeners who will each win one of those books! We will contact you to let you know that you won and will get them sent to you as soon as possible.
","summary":"Next week is The Jeff Cavins Show’s 100th episode and we want to do something to celebrate! We will be giving away three signed copies of various books Jeff has written: The Activated Disciple, Walking with God, and My Life on the Rock.\r\n","date_published":"2019-01-25T16:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/2caa1f02-9536-4d9d-af10-666a2ae2d223.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":8808996,"duration_in_seconds":366}]},{"id":"caebc284-008d-45fd-9e5d-fbcbc2d8aa6a","title":"Looking at Your Life Geographically","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/99","content_text":"Take a journey with Jeff to the land of Israel and learn how the geography of this historic land teaches you about your spiritual life.\n\nHave you ever heard of the land of milk and honey?\n\nMore than just a literal location, the land of milk and honey is a metaphor for two lifestyles of living. One is easy while the other is difficult. Learn how to use the geography of the Promised Land can help you in your walk with the Lord.\n\nFor the complete shownotes, go to: ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow","content_html":"Take a journey with Jeff to the land of Israel and learn how the geography of this historic land teaches you about your spiritual life.
\n\nHave you ever heard of the land of milk and honey?
\n\nMore than just a literal location, the land of milk and honey is a metaphor for two lifestyles of living. One is easy while the other is difficult. Learn how to use the geography of the Promised Land can help you in your walk with the Lord.
\n\nFor the complete shownotes, go to: ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow
","summary":"Have you heard of the land of milk and honey? More than just a literal location, the land of milk and honey is a metaphor for two lifestyles of living. One is easy while the other is difficult. Learn how to use the geography of the Promised Land can help you in your walk with the Lord.\r\n","date_published":"2019-01-18T15:30:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/caebc284-008d-45fd-9e5d-fbcbc2d8aa6a.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":48944316,"duration_in_seconds":2038}]},{"id":"88304cbd-d6e2-40e7-9582-d1c322435db9","title":"More Motivating Scriptures","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/98","content_text":"Back by popular demand, Jeff compiles thirteen more motivating Scriptures to help you discern the future and to help you in times of suffering and fatigue.\n\nWe often dwell on yesterday, become frozen with fear today, and can be paralyzed by tomorrow. However, it is in our weakness that God demonstrates his power and his strength. God is the ultimate motivational speaker.\n\nFor the full shownotes, include scripture verses, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow","content_html":"Back by popular demand, Jeff compiles thirteen more motivating Scriptures to help you discern the future and to help you in times of suffering and fatigue.
\n\nWe often dwell on yesterday, become frozen with fear today, and can be paralyzed by tomorrow. However, it is in our weakness that God demonstrates his power and his strength. God is the ultimate motivational speaker.
\n\nFor the full shownotes, include scripture verses, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow
","summary":"Back by popular demand, Jeff compiles thirteen more motivating Scriptures to help you discern the future and to help you in times of suffering and fatigue.","date_published":"2019-01-11T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/88304cbd-d6e2-40e7-9582-d1c322435db9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":45669993,"duration_in_seconds":1902}]},{"id":"e7597c92-d699-4da9-b4f9-3466adfee98e","title":"Motivating Scripture for the New Year","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/97","content_text":"To start the new year off right, Jeff compiles twelve motivating Scripture verses to encourage and motivate you during times of fear, impossible situations, and unbelievable obstacles.\n\nIn this world, you will experience trials and tribulations. Through all of this, Jesus calls us to be of good cheer because he has overcome the world. \n\nIf you commit these motivating Scripture verses to heart, you will be amazed how many times they will come up and speak to you on a daily basis. \n\nFor the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow and click on the episode.\n\nLooking for more ways to delve into scripture?\n\nThe Bible Memory Table Tent is a clever, affordable, simple, and highly effective tool that lets you put manageable doses of Scripture in places where you know you will be exposed to it the most throughout the week. It is a bold yet subtle way to learn and share important Bible verses. It's where you are. \n\nSimply place the tent where you know you will see it and over the course of the week you will effortlessly absorb key lines of Scripture. \n\nThere are six themes of Table Tents, (Everyone, Grandparents, Mothers, Fathers, Children, and Teens) and each theme comes in a box with 20 tents each with a unique verse and reflection. The front of each Table Tent contains a Scripture verse and the back contains a reflection written by biblical experts.","content_html":"To start the new year off right, Jeff compiles twelve motivating Scripture verses to encourage and motivate you during times of fear, impossible situations, and unbelievable obstacles.
\n\nIn this world, you will experience trials and tribulations. Through all of this, Jesus calls us to be of good cheer because he has overcome the world.
\n\nIf you commit these motivating Scripture verses to heart, you will be amazed how many times they will come up and speak to you on a daily basis.
\n\nFor the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow and click on the episode.
\n\nLooking for more ways to delve into scripture?
\n\nThe Bible Memory Table Tent is a clever, affordable, simple, and highly effective tool that lets you put manageable doses of Scripture in places where you know you will be exposed to it the most throughout the week. It is a bold yet subtle way to learn and share important Bible verses. It's where you are.
\n\nSimply place the tent where you know you will see it and over the course of the week you will effortlessly absorb key lines of Scripture.
\n\nThere are six themes of Table Tents, (Everyone, Grandparents, Mothers, Fathers, Children, and Teens) and each theme comes in a box with 20 tents each with a unique verse and reflection. The front of each Table Tent contains a Scripture verse and the back contains a reflection written by biblical experts.
","summary":"To start the new year off right, Jeff compiles twelve motivating Scripture verses to encourage and motivate you during times of fear, impossible situations, and unbelievable obstacles.","date_published":"2019-01-04T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e7597c92-d699-4da9-b4f9-3466adfee98e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":44458266,"duration_in_seconds":1851}]},{"id":"20a911d8-9046-40e5-9db7-dd7c35d9ceef","title":"Prepare for an Amazing Year!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/96","content_text":"Jeff wishes you a Happy New Year and shares a bit about his upcoming travels. ","content_html":"Jeff wishes you a Happy New Year and shares a bit about his upcoming travels.
","summary":"Jeff wishes you a Happy New Year and shares a bit about his upcoming travels. \r\n","date_published":"2018-12-28T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/20a911d8-9046-40e5-9db7-dd7c35d9ceef.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":11601024,"duration_in_seconds":482}]},{"id":"4450b812-c4f5-42fc-a7a0-9ad75e7b465c","title":"God's Christmas Gift - Mercy","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/95","content_text":"In his mercy, God sent his only to be born of a virgin and die for our sins. We need this mercy each and every day, but are able to see it in a special way at Christmas.\n\nJeff unpacks the incredible mystery of the incarnation. He draws parallels between Mary and the Ark of the Covenant and walk us through scripture to show how the incarnation brings us back to mercy. \n\nJeff’s words will change your perspective of Christmas forever. \n\nFor the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or send us an email at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com to get it delievered straight to your inbox!","content_html":"In his mercy, God sent his only to be born of a virgin and die for our sins. We need this mercy each and every day, but are able to see it in a special way at Christmas.
\n\nJeff unpacks the incredible mystery of the incarnation. He draws parallels between Mary and the Ark of the Covenant and walk us through scripture to show how the incarnation brings us back to mercy.
\n\nJeff’s words will change your perspective of Christmas forever.
\n\nFor the full shownotes, go to ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow or send us an email at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com to get it delievered straight to your inbox!
","summary":"Jeff unpacks the incredible mystery of the incarnation this Christmas. He draws parallels between Mary and the Ark of the Covenant and walk us through scripture to show how the incarnation brings us back to mercy. \r\n","date_published":"2018-12-21T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/4450b812-c4f5-42fc-a7a0-9ad75e7b465c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":42389560,"duration_in_seconds":1765}]},{"id":"3d67ab23-5e40-481f-ad87-77d663b9d681","title":"Paralyzed at Home","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/94","content_text":"Do you want to receive the show notes in your inbox? Email thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com!\n\nCheck out www.ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow to view all episodes and show notes.\n\nHave you ever been sitting at home bored and restless, feeling like you are going nowhere? Do you pull out your phone, turn on the television, or reach for a drink to numb this restlessness? Your home is supposed to be a place of reflection, intimacy, and growth. But in these moments, it is all too easy to become paralyzed and cease to walk in your vocation. We all have been given 24 hours in a day and as a disciple, you are a steward of that time. Today, Jeff reflects on two Bible passages: Jesus healing a paralyzed man (Luke 5:24) and the faith of the Centurion (Matthew 8:5-13). Through these two passages, Jeff provides 3 things you can do to break free, rise up, and walk.\n\n*Snippet from the Show: *\n\nWe all experience these kinds of paralysis in our life, but it points to something deeper and that is that we cannot get to heaven on our own. We need Jesus, we are paralyzed in terms of our eternal destiny and we desperately need him to help us. \n\nSHOWNOTES\n\nJesus Heals a Paralyzed Man\nBut so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins”—he said to the one who was paralyzed—“I say to you, stand up and take your bed and go to your home.”(Luke 5:24)\n\nThe Faith of the Centurion\nWhen he entered Capernaum, a centurion came to him, appealing to him and saying, “Lord, my servant is lying at home paralyzed, in terrible distress.” And he said to him, “I will come and cure him.” The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; but only speak the word, and my servant will be healed. For I also am a man under authority, with soldiers under me; and I say to one, ‘Go,’ and he goes, and to another, ‘Come,’ and he comes, and to my slave, ‘Do this,’ and the slave does it.” When Jesus heard him, he was amazed and said to those who followed him, “Truly I tell you, in no one[d] in Israel have I found such faith. I tell you, many will come from east and west and will eat with Abraham and Isaac and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven, while the heirs of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” And to the centurion Jesus said, “Go; let it be done for you according to your faith.” And the servant was healed in that hour. (Matthew 8:5-13)\n\n3 Things You Can Do To Rise Up and Walk\n\n\nIdentify your vocation, father, mother, husband or wife, single, priest, deacon. What area of your vocation are you continually sitting in the lazy boy instead of walking in your call?\nPick a good book and start reading it when you would otherwise be watching squirrels roller skate on Youtube.\nAre their any habits that you are caught in that are costing you big time? TV, eating. Exchange this for bible reading or adoration.\n\n\nResources\nThe Book “Unbound” by Neal Lozano\nThe Great Adventure Bible","content_html":"Do you want to receive the show notes in your inbox? Email thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com!
\n\nCheck out www.ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow to view all episodes and show notes.
\n\nHave you ever been sitting at home bored and restless, feeling like you are going nowhere? Do you pull out your phone, turn on the television, or reach for a drink to numb this restlessness? Your home is supposed to be a place of reflection, intimacy, and growth. But in these moments, it is all too easy to become paralyzed and cease to walk in your vocation. We all have been given 24 hours in a day and as a disciple, you are a steward of that time. Today, Jeff reflects on two Bible passages: Jesus healing a paralyzed man (Luke 5:24) and the faith of the Centurion (Matthew 8:5-13). Through these two passages, Jeff provides 3 things you can do to break free, rise up, and walk.
\n\n*Snippet from the Show: *
\n\nWe all experience these kinds of paralysis in our life, but it points to something deeper and that is that we cannot get to heaven on our own. We need Jesus, we are paralyzed in terms of our eternal destiny and we desperately need him to help us.
\n\nSHOWNOTES
\n\nJesus Heals a Paralyzed Man
\nBut so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins”—he said to the one who was paralyzed—“I say to you, stand up and take your bed and go to your home.”(Luke 5:24)
The Faith of the Centurion
\nWhen he entered Capernaum, a centurion came to him, appealing to him and saying, “Lord, my servant is lying at home paralyzed, in terrible distress.” And he said to him, “I will come and cure him.” The centurion answered, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; but only speak the word, and my servant will be healed. For I also am a man under authority, with soldiers under me; and I say to one, ‘Go,’ and he goes, and to another, ‘Come,’ and he comes, and to my slave, ‘Do this,’ and the slave does it.” When Jesus heard him, he was amazed and said to those who followed him, “Truly I tell you, in no one[d] in Israel have I found such faith. I tell you, many will come from east and west and will eat with Abraham and Isaac and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven, while the heirs of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” And to the centurion Jesus said, “Go; let it be done for you according to your faith.” And the servant was healed in that hour. (Matthew 8:5-13)
3 Things You Can Do To Rise Up and Walk
\n\nResources
\nThe Book “Unbound” by Neal Lozano
\nThe Great Adventure Bible
Just because God says something in his Word, doesn’t mean it is going to manifest itself in your life. The soil of our own hearts has a lot to do with whether the Word of God will take hold. During this Advent season, Jeff takes you through the parable of the sower to help prepare your heart for the coming of the Lord, who is the Word made flesh.
\n\nTo have the showntotes delivered straight to your inbox, email thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com
\n\nYou can also find them at media.ascensionpress.com
","summary":"Just because God says something in his Word, doesn’t mean it is going to manifest itself in your life. The soil of our own hearts has a lot to do with whether the Word of God will take hold. During this Advent season, Jeff takes you through the parable of the sower to help prepare your heart for the coming of the Lord, who is the Word made flesh.","date_published":"2018-12-07T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/673eb58a-ede7-4acc-9051-4d07cfddf396.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":41548144,"duration_in_seconds":1730}]},{"id":"97d6d9d8-352a-4143-b119-cd5847e27e08","title":"Advent - Will You Be Ready?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/92","content_text":"Jeff talks about how we can prepare for the season of Advent, and let it transform our lives. We’re not waiting for a day of gifts and good will, we’re waiting for the coming of Christ. \n\nSend Jeff your prayer intentions for Advent at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. He will pray for them during this Advent season.\n\nFor the full shownotes, including the scripture verses and references to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, go to https://bit.ly/2KJSshN and click on the episode. \n\nOr email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com to let us know you'd like the shownotes sent to your inbox!","content_html":"Jeff talks about how we can prepare for the season of Advent, and let it transform our lives. We’re not waiting for a day of gifts and good will, we’re waiting for the coming of Christ.
\n\nSend Jeff your prayer intentions for Advent at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. He will pray for them during this Advent season.
\n\nFor the full shownotes, including the scripture verses and references to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, go to https://bit.ly/2KJSshN and click on the episode.
\n\nOr email us at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com to let us know you'd like the shownotes sent to your inbox!
","summary":"Jeff talks about how we can prepare for the season of Advent, and let it transform our lives. We’re not waiting for a day of gifts and good will, we’re waiting for the coming of Christ. ","date_published":"2018-11-30T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/97d6d9d8-352a-4143-b119-cd5847e27e08.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":37273906,"duration_in_seconds":1552}]},{"id":"dedf7451-f6ae-41a6-b883-a46ed75f133d","title":"The Ultimate Thanksgiving","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/91","content_text":"Everyone who finds himself in a dilemma intuitively turns to God and makes promises whether they are empty or sincere. When we discover that we are fine, we often ignore our promises and may even come to blame God as the cause in the first place. Today, Jeff dives into Scripture and shares the prescribed way to give God thanks for all that he has given us, especially when he has helped us through a perilous time. Maybe you are going through a great trial right now and the last thing on your mind is Thanksgiving. Take 30 minutes to listen and discover the ultimate thanksgiving that has stood the test of time. Your holiday season may become a little bit brighter. \n\nSnippet from the Show:\n\nWe offer up thanksgiving to God in the Mass and celebrate the victory of our risen Lord. This victory is our victory as we are joined with him as his body. And everytime we enter into the Mass with a sense of plight, we should exit with praise and thanksgiving in our hearts and on our lips. ","content_html":"Everyone who finds himself in a dilemma intuitively turns to God and makes promises whether they are empty or sincere. When we discover that we are fine, we often ignore our promises and may even come to blame God as the cause in the first place. Today, Jeff dives into Scripture and shares the prescribed way to give God thanks for all that he has given us, especially when he has helped us through a perilous time. Maybe you are going through a great trial right now and the last thing on your mind is Thanksgiving. Take 30 minutes to listen and discover the ultimate thanksgiving that has stood the test of time. Your holiday season may become a little bit brighter.
\n\nSnippet from the Show:
\n\nWe offer up thanksgiving to God in the Mass and celebrate the victory of our risen Lord. This victory is our victory as we are joined with him as his body. And everytime we enter into the Mass with a sense of plight, we should exit with praise and thanksgiving in our hearts and on our lips.
","summary":"Everyone who finds himself in a dilemma intuitively turns to God and makes promises whether they are empty or sincere. When we discover that we are fine, we often ignore our promises and may even come to blame God as the cause in the first place. Today, Jeff dives into Scripture and shares the prescribed way to give God thanks for all that he has given us, especially when he has helped us through a perilous time. Maybe you are going through a great trial right now and the last thing on your mind is Thanksgiving. Take 30 minutes to listen and discover the ultimate thanksgiving that has stood the test of time. Your holiday season may become a little bit brighter. ","date_published":"2018-11-21T17:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/dedf7451-f6ae-41a6-b883-a46ed75f133d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":41076940,"duration_in_seconds":1710}]},{"id":"797c75f7-cf1a-455a-b894-0484020d23f1","title":"Falling in Love with Jesus!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/90","content_text":"When it comes to falling in love with Jesus, we must remember that God has chosen us first. To love Jesus is to respond to that a call. Today, Jeff talks about how we can embrace this invitation, fall in love with Jesus, and then share this good news with others.\n\n\"As the Bride of Christ dressed in white, catechumens will enter into the purity of the Lamb of God himself, and partake of the marriage feast of the lamb.\"\n\nGo to media.ascensionpress.com/category/the-jeff-cavins-show/ for detailed shownotes and references.","content_html":"When it comes to falling in love with Jesus, we must remember that God has chosen us first. To love Jesus is to respond to that a call. Today, Jeff talks about how we can embrace this invitation, fall in love with Jesus, and then share this good news with others.
\n\n"As the Bride of Christ dressed in white, catechumens will enter into the purity of the Lamb of God himself, and partake of the marriage feast of the lamb."
\n\nGo to media.ascensionpress.com/category/the-jeff-cavins-show/ for detailed shownotes and references.
","summary":"When it comes to falling in love with Jesus, we must remember that God has chosen us first. To love Jesus is to respond to that a call. Today, Jeff talks about how we can embrace this invitation, fall in love with Jesus, and then share this good news with others.","date_published":"2018-11-16T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/797c75f7-cf1a-455a-b894-0484020d23f1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":43700911,"duration_in_seconds":1820}]},{"id":"59ee30ba-09f0-40c1-8943-06a441892cd6","title":"Get Out of Your Comfort Zone","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/89","content_text":"Following Jesus Christ is not a applicable to a comfort zone. Jesus tells us to “be not afraid” for a reason. We need to go through changes, even painful ones, to be the people God calls us to be. This means we have to get out of our comfort zones.\n\nFor more detailed shownotes, go to media.ascensionpress.com/category/the-jeff-cavins-show/.","content_html":"Following Jesus Christ is not a applicable to a comfort zone. Jesus tells us to “be not afraid” for a reason. We need to go through changes, even painful ones, to be the people God calls us to be. This means we have to get out of our comfort zones.
\n\nFor more detailed shownotes, go to media.ascensionpress.com/category/the-jeff-cavins-show/.
","summary":"Following Jesus Christ is not a applicable to a comfort zone. Jesus tells us to “be not afraid” for a reason. We need to go through changes, even painful ones, to be the people God calls us to be. This means we have to get out of our comfort zones.","date_published":"2018-11-09T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/59ee30ba-09f0-40c1-8943-06a441892cd6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":38056160,"duration_in_seconds":1585}]},{"id":"6a3eba5f-27c8-4119-8bc1-c37df4cc2f37","title":"3 Keys to Rebuild a Shattered Life!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/88","content_text":"It feels like your life is shattered and you don’t know how to rebuild it from the rubble. Does this sound like you? \n\nThis feeling can happen to anyone at anytime. Whether it’s triggered by a catastrophic event or creeps in like a slow leak, we can take heart in knowing that we’re not alone. In fact, there are a lot of biblical stories where lives were shattered, and rebuilt. \n\nJeff walks us through the exile of the Israelites to Babylon. They lived shattered lives as captives for seventy years until, “God stirred up the heart of Cyrus, king of Persia” (Ezra 1:1) who allowed them to return to Jerusalem. \n\nThey returned in three waves. Each attempted to rebuild their shattered lives in different ways, and each one is vital to our own struggles.\n\nGo to media.ascensionpress.com/category/the-jeff-cavins-show/ for detailed shownotes and references. ","content_html":"It feels like your life is shattered and you don’t know how to rebuild it from the rubble. Does this sound like you?
\n\nThis feeling can happen to anyone at anytime. Whether it’s triggered by a catastrophic event or creeps in like a slow leak, we can take heart in knowing that we’re not alone. In fact, there are a lot of biblical stories where lives were shattered, and rebuilt.
\n\nJeff walks us through the exile of the Israelites to Babylon. They lived shattered lives as captives for seventy years until, “God stirred up the heart of Cyrus, king of Persia” (Ezra 1:1) who allowed them to return to Jerusalem.
\n\nThey returned in three waves. Each attempted to rebuild their shattered lives in different ways, and each one is vital to our own struggles.
\n\nGo to media.ascensionpress.com/category/the-jeff-cavins-show/ for detailed shownotes and references.
","summary":"It feels like your life is shattered and you don’t know how to rebuild it from the rubble. Does this sound like you? \r\nWhether it’s triggered by a catastrophic event or creeps in like a slow leak, we can take heart in knowing that we’re not alone. In fact, we can learn from biblical stories where lives were shattered, and rebuilt. ","date_published":"2018-11-02T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/6a3eba5f-27c8-4119-8bc1-c37df4cc2f37.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":41292084,"duration_in_seconds":1719}]},{"id":"6855c051-bb6e-42bb-ae1b-7e471f8f31a1","title":"Beware of Lukewarm Christianity!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/87","content_text":"In America, most of us do not have any big needs. As a result, it becomes easy to think God is not needed, because it seems like we can provide everything for ourselves. We become cafeteria believers, people who believe what they like, and reject what they do not. In today’s episode, Jeff says we need to make sure we don’t become so self-reliant that we feel like we don’t need God. Beware of lukewarm Christianity!\n\nSnippet from the show:\n\nThe opposite of love is not hate, the opposite of love is indifference!","content_html":"In America, most of us do not have any big needs. As a result, it becomes easy to think God is not needed, because it seems like we can provide everything for ourselves. We become cafeteria believers, people who believe what they like, and reject what they do not. In today’s episode, Jeff says we need to make sure we don’t become so self-reliant that we feel like we don’t need God. Beware of lukewarm Christianity!
\n\nSnippet from the show:
\n\nThe opposite of love is not hate, the opposite of love is indifference!
","summary":"In America, most of us do not have any big needs. As a result, it becomes easy to think God is not needed, because it seems like we can provide everything for ourselves. We become cafeteria believers, people who believe what they like, and reject what they do not. In today’s episode, Jeff says we need to make sure we don’t become so self-reliant that we feel like we don’t need God. Beware of lukewarm Christianity!","date_published":"2018-10-26T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/6855c051-bb6e-42bb-ae1b-7e471f8f31a1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":39396062,"duration_in_seconds":1641}]},{"id":"5ea05032-1bfc-4e81-9a73-679a2f839e73","title":"Becoming Dust Jackets for Truth: The Art of Storytelling!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/86","content_text":"Mastering the art of storytelling is an extremely effective way to spread truth. \n\nSpoiler alert! Jeff talks about the popular dystopian book, Fahrenheit 451. In it, scholars who memorize books in the hopes that they will be written down again call themselves “dust jackets for books”. \n\nWe too, are “dust jackets for books”, especially when it comes to the Bible. We are responsible for remembering important parts of the Bible so that we can share them with others, especially our kids and grandkids.\n\nGo to media.ascensionpress.com/category/the-jeff-cavins-show/ for the shownotes!","content_html":"Mastering the art of storytelling is an extremely effective way to spread truth.
\n\nSpoiler alert! Jeff talks about the popular dystopian book, Fahrenheit 451. In it, scholars who memorize books in the hopes that they will be written down again call themselves “dust jackets for books”.
\n\nWe too, are “dust jackets for books”, especially when it comes to the Bible. We are responsible for remembering important parts of the Bible so that we can share them with others, especially our kids and grandkids.
\n\nGo to media.ascensionpress.com/category/the-jeff-cavins-show/ for the shownotes!
","summary":"Mastering the art of storytelling is an extremely effective way to spread truth. Jeff talks about the popular dystopian book, Fahrenheit 451, and how we can be “dust jackets for books”. \r\n","date_published":"2018-10-19T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/5ea05032-1bfc-4e81-9a73-679a2f839e73.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":32453380,"duration_in_seconds":1351}]},{"id":"29ac8447-df96-4083-89d6-8a78727dfe3c","title":"Discovering God in Ordinary Places","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/85","content_text":"This week Jeff talks about how royalty is in your presence, but you have to discover God in ordinary places. To develop eyes that see God in our everyday activities, start by keeping a journal of the ways God intervenes in your everyday life.\n\nCheck out media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-podcasts and click on The Jeff Cavins Show icon to see the shownotes for today's episode. ","content_html":"This week Jeff talks about how royalty is in your presence, but you have to discover God in ordinary places. To develop eyes that see God in our everyday activities, start by keeping a journal of the ways God intervenes in your everyday life.
\n\nCheck out media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-podcasts and click on The Jeff Cavins Show icon to see the shownotes for today's episode.
","summary":"This week Jeff talks about how royalty is in your presence, but you have to discover God in ordinary places. To develop eyes that see God in our everyday activities, start by keeping a journal of the ways God intervenes in your everyday life.","date_published":"2018-10-12T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/29ac8447-df96-4083-89d6-8a78727dfe3c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":36342568,"duration_in_seconds":1513}]},{"id":"4b0ad4d0-3666-46f3-b4fc-cd857dc96520","title":"If We Took Christianity Seriously! Prayer","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/84","content_text":"What if we really took Christianity seriously and truly lived out the teachings of Christ? When it comes to prayer Jesus said, “When two or three gather in my name I am there among them” (Matthew 18:20). If we really believed this, how would we pray? How would we live our lives, knowing that God was with us in prayer? Jeff zeros in on what we can learn from the Our Father in today’s episode. \n\nThe Great Adventure Catholic Bible is sold out, but more are being printed right now! To be alerted as soon as this Bible is available again, click here.\n\n\n\"As children of God, prayer takes on two fundamental dispositions: First, the desire to become like God, and second, a humble and trusting heart that enables us to turn and become like children.\"\n","content_html":"What if we really took Christianity seriously and truly lived out the teachings of Christ? When it comes to prayer Jesus said, “When two or three gather in my name I am there among them” (Matthew 18:20). If we really believed this, how would we pray? How would we live our lives, knowing that God was with us in prayer? Jeff zeros in on what we can learn from the Our Father in today’s episode.
\n\nThe Great Adventure Catholic Bible is sold out, but more are being printed right now! To be alerted as soon as this Bible is available again, click here.
\n\n\n","summary":"Jeff zeros in on what we could learn from the Our Father prayer if we actually took it seriously.","date_published":"2018-10-05T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/4b0ad4d0-3666-46f3-b4fc-cd857dc96520.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":44341870,"duration_in_seconds":1846}]},{"id":"34a8899e-7cce-41ea-80a6-b2995a55b2e1","title":"Why Remain Catholic? Divine Revelation","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/83","content_text":"Last week, Jeff talked about “setting your face like flint” and not leaving the Church and the sacraments because of the sins of men. This week, Jeff continues his discussion on why we should remain Catholic and delves into divine revelation using paragraphs 27-100 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC).\n\nFor more detailed shownotes, see media.ascensionpress.com.\n\n\n\"Just because there’s a couple bad eggs doesn’t mean that the truth is gone and we throw the baby out with the bathwater. Just because there’s been a 50 percent divorce rate in America doesn’t mean that marriage isn’t valid and beautiful and fruitful and wonderful. It just means that people failed. But it is not an excuse for you to leave the Eucharist.\"\n","content_html":""As children of God, prayer takes on two fundamental dispositions: First, the desire to become like God, and second, a humble and trusting heart that enables us to turn and become like children."
\n
Last week, Jeff talked about “setting your face like flint” and not leaving the Church and the sacraments because of the sins of men. This week, Jeff continues his discussion on why we should remain Catholic and delves into divine revelation using paragraphs 27-100 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC).
\n\nFor more detailed shownotes, see media.ascensionpress.com.
\n\n\n","summary":"Last week, Jeff talked about “setting your face like flint” and not leaving the Church because of the sins of men. This week, Jeff continues his discussion and delves into divine revelation.","date_published":"2018-09-28T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/34a8899e-7cce-41ea-80a6-b2995a55b2e1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":49149290,"duration_in_seconds":2047}]},{"id":"cee48d99-7693-4141-b9ea-5947315d9b08","title":"Why Remain Catholic?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/82","content_text":"Why should we remain Catholic when the Church is infected with corrupt people? Jeff understands that the Church is in trouble and being Catholic is not easy at this time, but the Church still has something to offer. \n\nThe answer is simple: this is the Church that Jesus founded. \n\nThough corruption has affected the Church in the past, there has also been a lot of good that has come from it. From universities and the scientific method to working for the poor to sponsoring the arts, the one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic Church has had a major impact on the world. Do not leave the bridegroom. Set your face like a flint toward the Cross. \n\nClick here for The Great Adventure Catholic Bible available now!\nGet started teaching your children salvation history with The Great Adventure Kids Pack!\n\n\n\n“Me becoming Catholic really didn’t have anything to do with any particular bishop or bishops and me remaining Catholic doesn’t have anything to do with any foolish bishops or cardinals in current history. Me becoming Catholic was because of Jesus and his family and what he offered us in the sacraments and the Father’s plan.”\n\n\nSHOWNOTES\n(2:28) Email Feedback \n\n(10:12) Matthew 13:31 - He put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.”\n\n(13:38) Isaiah 50:7 - For the Lord God helps me; therefore I have not been confounded; therefore I have set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame.\n\n(16:40) Luke 9:51 - When the days drew near for him to be received up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem.\n\n(18:18) James 2:26 - For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead.\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","content_html":""Just because there’s a couple bad eggs doesn’t mean that the truth is gone and we throw the baby out with the bathwater. Just because there’s been a 50 percent divorce rate in America doesn’t mean that marriage isn’t valid and beautiful and fruitful and wonderful. It just means that people failed. But it is not an excuse for you to leave the Eucharist."
\n
Why should we remain Catholic when the Church is infected with corrupt people? Jeff understands that the Church is in trouble and being Catholic is not easy at this time, but the Church still has something to offer.
\n\nThe answer is simple: this is the Church that Jesus founded.
\n\nThough corruption has affected the Church in the past, there has also been a lot of good that has come from it. From universities and the scientific method to working for the poor to sponsoring the arts, the one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic Church has had a major impact on the world. Do not leave the bridegroom. Set your face like a flint toward the Cross.
\n\nClick here for The Great Adventure Catholic Bible available now!
\nGet started teaching your children salvation history with The Great Adventure Kids Pack!
\n
\n\n\n“Me becoming Catholic really didn’t have anything to do with any particular bishop or bishops and me remaining Catholic doesn’t have anything to do with any foolish bishops or cardinals in current history. Me becoming Catholic was because of Jesus and his family and what he offered us in the sacraments and the Father’s plan.”
\n
SHOWNOTES
\n(2:28) Email Feedback
(10:12) Matthew 13:31 - He put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.”
\n\n(13:38) Isaiah 50:7 - For the Lord God helps me; therefore I have not been confounded; therefore I have set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame.
\n\n(16:40) Luke 9:51 - When the days drew near for him to be received up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem.
\n\n(18:18) James 2:26 - For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
","summary":"Why should we remain Catholic when the Church is infected with corrupt people? Jeff gives us a simple answer: because it is the Church that Jesus founded.","date_published":"2018-09-21T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/cee48d99-7693-4141-b9ea-5947315d9b08.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":35875892,"duration_in_seconds":1494}]},{"id":"3383b1df-e0be-4670-8d70-9a8a8baca70e","title":"Fiddler on the Roof and Marriage","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/81","content_text":"Is love an emotion? Jeff answers this question by looking at the marriage of Tevye and Golde, the couple from Fiddler on the Roof who had an arranged marriage that lasted over twenty-five years. \n\nAt one point in the show, Tevye asks Golde if she loves him, and she is hesitant to respond. Together, they discover that in their daily commitment to one another, they had in fact acted out of love. \n\nThis doesn’t sound like our modern idea of a happy marriage (first comes love, then comes marriage), but Jeff shows how their love grew after marriage, and how we can use their example of commitment in our own lives. By choosing to love, we can strengthen relationships not just with our spouse, but with friends and family as well. \n\nJeff also answers a reader’s question about what to do with old Bibles. \n\n\n\"Marriage is not based on emotion but based on a commitment. And that commitment is a reflection of God’s love for the Church and a demonstration to the world of a commitment that goes beyond anything that the world is used to.\"\n","content_html":"Is love an emotion? Jeff answers this question by looking at the marriage of Tevye and Golde, the couple from Fiddler on the Roof who had an arranged marriage that lasted over twenty-five years.
\n\nAt one point in the show, Tevye asks Golde if she loves him, and she is hesitant to respond. Together, they discover that in their daily commitment to one another, they had in fact acted out of love.
\n\nThis doesn’t sound like our modern idea of a happy marriage (first comes love, then comes marriage), but Jeff shows how their love grew after marriage, and how we can use their example of commitment in our own lives. By choosing to love, we can strengthen relationships not just with our spouse, but with friends and family as well.
\n\nJeff also answers a reader’s question about what to do with old Bibles.
\n\n\n","summary":"Is love an emotion? Jeff answers this question by looking at the marriage of Tevye and Golde, the couple from Fiddler on the Roof who had an arranged marriage that lasted over twenty-five years. ","date_published":"2018-09-14T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/3383b1df-e0be-4670-8d70-9a8a8baca70e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":36334167,"duration_in_seconds":1513}]},{"id":"47e184a8-4156-456f-9ab6-1eb6b3bda461","title":"Instrument Rated Christians","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/80","content_text":"An instrument-rated pilot is a pilot who is able to fly using only the flight instruments within the plane. This allows a pilot to fly in low visibility without becoming disoriented. Today, Jeff shares how you can become an instrument-rated Christian, able to fly despite the storm within the Church today. \n\nSnippet from the Show: \n\nJesus comes and gives us a way to live our lives [so] that when the storms come, and suddenly everything that we have depended upon is gone, you can still depend upon him. ","content_html":""Marriage is not based on emotion but based on a commitment. And that commitment is a reflection of God’s love for the Church and a demonstration to the world of a commitment that goes beyond anything that the world is used to."
\n
An instrument-rated pilot is a pilot who is able to fly using only the flight instruments within the plane. This allows a pilot to fly in low visibility without becoming disoriented. Today, Jeff shares how you can become an instrument-rated Christian, able to fly despite the storm within the Church today.
\n\nSnippet from the Show:
\n\nJesus comes and gives us a way to live our lives [so] that when the storms come, and suddenly everything that we have depended upon is gone, you can still depend upon him.
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\n\nAfter decades of teaching The Bible Timeline to hundreds of thousands of Great Adventure study participants, Jeff is confident that The Great Adventure Catholic Bible will help spread the amazing story of salvation to Catholics with a desire to grow closer to God through the Scriptures.
\n\nGet your copy now!
","summary":"Jeff shares the exciting news that The Great Adventure Catholic Bible is finally here! Over the last thirty-five years, Jeff has been taking notes for what he thinks should be included in the ultimate Catholic study Bible, and now it is a reality!","date_published":"2018-08-31T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/dbea0f92-cb1b-428b-9375-fbf5159d1f12.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":35718132,"duration_in_seconds":1487}]},{"id":"ce1fe982-039a-4f11-a762-57146e73c937","title":"Church Scandals and Mouse Traps","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/78","content_text":"","content_html":"","summary":"In the wake of the Pennsylvania grand jury report, Catholics are outraged, hurt, betrayed. Where do we go from here? Jeff implores us to not get caught in a trap that will immobilize us. 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Today, Jeff shows us how, with one intentional act of kindness, we can walk in supernatural kindness and make a difference for God’s kingdom in this world by showing others that they matter.","date_published":"2018-07-27T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/3c6d2cf6-ef2c-4ac4-b575-363c095228e8.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":39183064,"duration_in_seconds":1592}]},{"id":"5eeafd84-6028-49af-919f-ba2feff6ecb5","title":"Evangelizing Through Tattoos","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/73","content_text":"","content_html":"","summary":"Tattoos tell a story - for better or worse. Jeff has discovered that these stories provide opportunity for spontaneous conversations, and when guided by the Holy Spirit, can lead to evangelization. In his own experience, Jeff has had amazing encounters influenced by God that all began with ink.","date_published":"2018-07-20T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/5eeafd84-6028-49af-919f-ba2feff6ecb5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":42270297,"duration_in_seconds":1721}]},{"id":"1a054444-75e6-4f97-a928-4aef99f07ed6","title":"Patience in the Midst of the Storm","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/72","content_text":"","content_html":"","summary":"When you struggle, wait for the Lord. Your strength will be renewed when you wait. How do you wait? Adoration, Bible studies, lectio divina, and so much more. Today Jeff challenges you to see today from God’s perspective and rise above the storm.","date_published":"2018-07-13T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/1a054444-75e6-4f97-a928-4aef99f07ed6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":39148736,"duration_in_seconds":1591}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/468196311","title":"Communicating by Listening","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/71","content_text":"The goal of a debate or a discussion about the Faith should not be to win; the goal should be to share Christ. This involves more than just telling people what Scripture says, it involves listening to where they are coming from and then giving them an answer that meets the pain and angst that they are experiencing in their life. 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","summary":"The goal of a debate or a discussion about the Fa…","date_published":"2018-07-06T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/5f4247e0-e50c-433e-b831-a3daf0bc4563.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":50367207,"duration_in_seconds":2058}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/465229872","title":"Give People What You Have!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/70","content_text":"How do you share your faith with someone who is opposing you or bombards you with question after question? Today Jeff shares three things to remember when sharing about the Catholic Faith. You have the opportunity to change someone’s life, so be prepared to give the world what you have!","content_html":"How do you share your faith with someone who is opposing you or bombards you with question after question? Today Jeff shares three things to remember when sharing about the Catholic Faith. You have the opportunity to change someone’s life, so be prepared to give the world what you have!
","summary":"How do you share your faith with someone who is o…","date_published":"2018-06-29T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/348c1915-d808-44f3-9f02-d304897013b5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":52121236,"duration_in_seconds":2131}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/461887263","title":"Episode 69: I Was Raised on Wonder Bread","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/69","content_text":"Whether it’s a product, new food fad, or political view, you’re probably tired of being sold things. With all the noise in our culture, here is what we aren’t hearing. We aren’t hearing a lot of people bringing up Jesus Christ and the wisdom of God in everything going on around us. We can listen to all the news and keep up with the latest trends, but the bottom line is, are we really seeking God and not the world in every aspect of our lives?","content_html":"Whether it’s a product, new food fad, or political view, you’re probably tired of being sold things. With all the noise in our culture, here is what we aren’t hearing. We aren’t hearing a lot of people bringing up Jesus Christ and the wisdom of God in everything going on around us. We can listen to all the news and keep up with the latest trends, but the bottom line is, are we really seeking God and not the world in every aspect of our lives?
","summary":"Whether it’s a product, new food fad, or politica…","date_published":"2018-06-22T12:00:44.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/0f06224a-6d6e-4601-9d46-6cd9b11225c1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":42746549,"duration_in_seconds":1741}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/458884272","title":"Suicide: Preventing and Responding!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/68","content_text":"Did Vincent Van Gogh really commit suicide, or is there more to the story than we think? In light of recent suicides (Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain) Jeff comes to you with a special episode on preventing and responding to suicides. Speaking from personal experience, he shares the signs that typically lead to someone wanting to take their life. He also shares ideas as to how you can respond, what the Church teaches, and practical things you can do if you or someone you know is feeling depressed.","content_html":"Did Vincent Van Gogh really commit suicide, or is there more to the story than we think? In light of recent suicides (Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain) Jeff comes to you with a special episode on preventing and responding to suicides. Speaking from personal experience, he shares the signs that typically lead to someone wanting to take their life. He also shares ideas as to how you can respond, what the Church teaches, and practical things you can do if you or someone you know is feeling depressed.
","summary":"Did Vincent Van Gogh really commit suicide, or is…","date_published":"2018-06-15T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e64d1763-25f3-4b20-b862-1a9453a95b45.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":87147585,"duration_in_seconds":3591}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/455716134","title":"Mirror Mirror on the Web","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/67","content_text":"We all have fallen into the trap of comparing ourselves to others. In an age of social media, constant comparison is hard to avoid and it leads to us feeling bad or anxious about our own lives compared to those of our 500+ closest online friends. Jeff explains the dangers of comparison and shows you how to look to God when you start down this path.","content_html":"We all have fallen into the trap of comparing ourselves to others. In an age of social media, constant comparison is hard to avoid and it leads to us feeling bad or anxious about our own lives compared to those of our 500+ closest online friends. Jeff explains the dangers of comparison and shows you how to look to God when you start down this path.
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\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
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","summary":"Listen as Jeff reflects on his recent trip to Isr…","date_published":"2018-05-28T19:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/d2c12d04-28f1-4db5-a545-75bf7222aa8d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":15540645,"duration_in_seconds":607}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/445973775","title":"Getting Up After You Have Fallen Down!","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/64","content_text":"Whether within our family, social, or professional lives, we all have made mistakes and failed the Lord. What should you do when you fall and become discouraged or disappointed? How do you get back up to where you were before? Today Jeff tells the story of Peter, who—after denying Jesus three times—fell into sadness and despair. In one of the most tender moments in the Bible though, Jesus lifts Peter up in kindness and mercy. Learn how our God is the God of second chances and how we too can be lifted back up.\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","content_html":"Whether within our family, social, or professional lives, we all have made mistakes and failed the Lord. What should you do when you fall and become discouraged or disappointed? How do you get back up to where you were before? Today Jeff tells the story of Peter, who—after denying Jesus three times—fell into sadness and despair. In one of the most tender moments in the Bible though, Jesus lifts Peter up in kindness and mercy. Learn how our God is the God of second chances and how we too can be lifted back up.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
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","summary":"We make thousands of decisions a day, but it's th…","date_published":"2018-05-04T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/d7afe6a2-2d64-4bc6-bfa5-e5a96fffdda3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":50200993,"duration_in_seconds":2051}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/435604887","title":"Forgiveness In Belfast Northern Ireland","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/61","content_text":"They murdered his grandfather then labeled him a terrorist for being Catholic. His best friend’s dad was shot dead in front of his six children. This is Joe Mckeown’s story of growing up Catholic in the chaos of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Listen as he shares his journey to healing, peace, and ultimately forgiveness.","content_html":"They murdered his grandfather then labeled him a terrorist for being Catholic. His best friend’s dad was shot dead in front of his six children. This is Joe Mckeown’s story of growing up Catholic in the chaos of Belfast, Northern Ireland. Listen as he shares his journey to healing, peace, and ultimately forgiveness.
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","summary":"Today Jeff answers the important questions you ha…","date_published":"2018-04-13T15:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/cbc92b2e-4e38-41ae-858b-bd2016ea9f16.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":59453997,"duration_in_seconds":2437}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/425258775","title":"Feeling Alone at Church? God Works Through The Remnant","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/59","content_text":"Do you feel alone at church? Perhaps your parish does not offer faith formation programs and while you want to start one, no one else seems to be interested. Perhaps your feel like the only parishioner who actively wants to deepen their faith. Today, Jeff offers you words of encouragement. God often works through the remnant (a small remaining quantity of something). He may be calling you to do something within your parish. God depends on the remnant to bring the gospel to the world. What can God do through you in your parish?\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","content_html":"Do you feel alone at church? Perhaps your parish does not offer faith formation programs and while you want to start one, no one else seems to be interested. Perhaps your feel like the only parishioner who actively wants to deepen their faith. Today, Jeff offers you words of encouragement. God often works through the remnant (a small remaining quantity of something). He may be calling you to do something within your parish. God depends on the remnant to bring the gospel to the world. What can God do through you in your parish?
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
","summary":"Do you feel alone at church? Perhaps your parish …","date_published":"2018-04-05T12:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e1000063-3edd-4d74-aa59-cd947458a74f.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":49477648,"duration_in_seconds":2021}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/421896084","title":"Late Night Christianity","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/58","content_text":"Do you remember the first word you said this morning? What do you do right before you go to bed? Many of us are guilty of spending those last few minutes or hours of the day on social media or watching late night television. This leads to us quickly falling asleep without a second thought about the day we just lived, or a game plan for the next. In this episode, Jeff introduces a new way for you to end the day. He explains how spending those last few moments of each day in prayer can dramatically improve your relationship with others and with the Lord.\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","content_html":"Do you remember the first word you said this morning? What do you do right before you go to bed? Many of us are guilty of spending those last few minutes or hours of the day on social media or watching late night television. This leads to us quickly falling asleep without a second thought about the day we just lived, or a game plan for the next. In this episode, Jeff introduces a new way for you to end the day. He explains how spending those last few moments of each day in prayer can dramatically improve your relationship with others and with the Lord.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
","summary":"Do you remember the first word you said this morn…","date_published":"2018-03-29T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/f773b8cf-973b-49d4-ae58-8f06f4f27818.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41179091,"duration_in_seconds":1675}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/418301336","title":"My Dinged Up Subaru and Sin","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/57","content_text":"Do you ever get caught up in a sin, only to have it come back like a tyrannical ruler dictating the rest of your day, bringing you down, and not letting you move forward? Sometimes sin, especially when we fall into the same sin repeatedly, causes us to think of ourselves as “damaged goods” that we can never be the same again. In this episode, Jeff encourages you to start looking at yourself through God’s eyes. As long as there is life, there is hope. Let go of your past and walk with God into your future.\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","content_html":"Do you ever get caught up in a sin, only to have it come back like a tyrannical ruler dictating the rest of your day, bringing you down, and not letting you move forward? Sometimes sin, especially when we fall into the same sin repeatedly, causes us to think of ourselves as “damaged goods” that we can never be the same again. In this episode, Jeff encourages you to start looking at yourself through God’s eyes. As long as there is life, there is hope. Let go of your past and walk with God into your future.
\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You
\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
We all desperately need hope in our lives, especially when we feel alone. Today, Jeff defines true hope, explains how you can walk in this hope, and describes the surprising difference between using the words “hope” and “hopefully.” Learn to stand on the hope God gave you as a foundation for your life. Discover how the very thing causing you despair and pain can become a door of hope for you.
\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You
\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
Did Catholics make up the papacy? Some people sure think so. In today’s episode, Jeff shows how it’s not Catholics who created the papacy, but God himself. Learn how the Old Testament contains a hidden blueprint for the role of the pope—a blueprint that Jesus Christ follows when he says to Peter, “You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the powers of death shall not prevail against it” (Matthew 16:18).
","summary":"Did Catholics make up the papacy? Some people sur…","date_published":"2018-03-09T11:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/fd7156e5-c393-4360-b038-82ce42ff8794.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38726865,"duration_in_seconds":2619}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/407134815","title":"Creating a Movement Within Your Parish","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/54","content_text":"Jeff shares his personal formula for creating a successful movement within your parish. You might be surprised when you hear his approach to ministry.\n\nHe also shares the incredible story of Stephanie and how one sudden moment led her to forgiveness, love, and deepened faith.","content_html":"Jeff shares his personal formula for creating a successful movement within your parish. You might be surprised when you hear his approach to ministry.
\n\nHe also shares the incredible story of Stephanie and how one sudden moment led her to forgiveness, love, and deepened faith.
","summary":"Jeff shares his personal formula for creating a s…","date_published":"2018-03-01T13:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/77777590-a2c1-4db6-b13d-5e3b9586b220.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":40973156,"duration_in_seconds":1667}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/403632345","title":"Hogging the Cashews: Why Do People Bother You?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/53","content_text":"Does it ever bother you when someone chews ice right next to you, breathes a little too loudly, or hogs all the cashews? Today you will learn how to strengthen your relationship with God by improving your relationship with other people. Become a better disciple and learn how to live and love in the midst of these everyday annoyances that can sometimes drive you crazy. Afterwards, ask yourself, “Is there someone I have a problem with that I can honor today?”\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","content_html":"Does it ever bother you when someone chews ice right next to you, breathes a little too loudly, or hogs all the cashews? Today you will learn how to strengthen your relationship with God by improving your relationship with other people. Become a better disciple and learn how to live and love in the midst of these everyday annoyances that can sometimes drive you crazy. Afterwards, ask yourself, “Is there someone I have a problem with that I can honor today?”
\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You
\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
Every single one of us is going to suffer at one time or another, but the questions is: how are we going to go through that suffering. Are we going to suffer well or are we going to suffer poorly? Whether you are currently in the midst of suffering or want to learn how to suffer well, Jeff’s fifteen ideas will completely change the way you approach suffering in your life.
\n\nTo find out more about the Fulfilled Bible Study recommended by Jeff in this episode go to Ascensionpress.com.
\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You
\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
“Where your treasure is there will your heart be also. (Matthew 6:21)” In this episode, Jeff helps and challenges you to locate the treasure in your life. What is it that you pursue, protect, or are preoccupied with? If your heart is in your hobbies, property, or 401k then there is your treasure. But if your heart lies within the kingdom, your treasure will follow. While listening to this episode, take a look at your life right now to discover God’s will in it. There is no better way to invest in your spiritual wallet.
\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You
\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
While we don’t swear in a vulgar way (that is not who we are), we do swear in a heavenly language. This is exactly what the sacraments are all about. During antiquity, the Latin word “sacramentum” meant “to designate an oath” which was sworn in the making of a family covenant so as to bond two families together. Today, when we participate in the sacraments, we partake in a sacred encounter with God. We swear an oath to uphold the terms of the covenant and receive the benefits of God. In this episode, Jeff dives deep into the sacraments and explains how they bond us together with God.
","summary":"While we don’t swear in a vulgar way (that is not…","date_published":"2018-02-02T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/ac9534e4-0982-48cf-855c-307e15c388b6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19688568,"duration_in_seconds":1673}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/389075091","title":"5 Smooth Stones, Choose Your Weapon","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/49","content_text":"Have you ever felt like David up against your own Goliaths in life? In today’s episode, Jeff takes some basic principles from the epic battle of David and Goliath and shows you how to use them for your battles. Take off the armor the world provides you, choose your most powerful weapon (hint: you can take it with you anywhere) and prepare to fight your battle through the power of the Holy Spirit.","content_html":"Have you ever felt like David up against your own Goliaths in life? In today’s episode, Jeff takes some basic principles from the epic battle of David and Goliath and shows you how to use them for your battles. Take off the armor the world provides you, choose your most powerful weapon (hint: you can take it with you anywhere) and prepare to fight your battle through the power of the Holy Spirit.
","summary":"Have you ever felt like David up against your own…","date_published":"2018-01-25T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/d3cccd73-451b-4793-b0e4-fb133650c55d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37687654,"duration_in_seconds":1530}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/386476148","title":"A Cup of KeurigMa: How to Proclaim the Gospel","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/48","content_text":"Just as you can share a cup of coffee, so can you share the gospel with others. This sharing of the gospel is called kerygma. In this episode, Jeff breaks down kerygma so you can discover how simple it can be to share Christ with your family, co-workers, friends, neighbors, and more. \n\n7 Parts/Messages of the Kerygma:\n\n1) God loves you and has plan for your life. – Yes, God the Father loves you and seeks you. And that ache in your heart, that longing, that yearning, and that “never satisfied” quality in your desires all point to God and he has written his name in your heart. He wants to turn you away from a passing and unsatisfying world, towards him. He wants to save you and prepare you to live with him for all eternity. He wants to fill the God sized hole in your heart and its infinite longing with his infinite Love. (CCC 1).\n\n2) Sin will destroy you. – Nothing is so destructive in your life and this world as sin. It is desire gone wrong, it is rooted in the lie that the creature rather than the Creator can help and save us. Cultivating sin will put you in bondage to desires gone mad that will not ultimately be satisfied. Satan is lying to you and saying that rebellion form the One who made will bring happiness to you. It will not. And you know this already don’t you? Sin and indulgence does not ultimately satisfy. The world cannot satisfy, for it is finite and your desire is infinite. Sin does not ultimately bring happiness, it brings bondage, addiction, dissatisfaction, and ultimately resentment and spiritual death.\n\n3) Christ Jesus died to save you. – Into this mess of our wayward desires and our foolish grasping at worldly trinkets Jesus came. He met the woman at the well (who is us) and told her that every who drinks form this well (the world) will be thirsty again. In other words, the world cannot ultimately satisfy or save us. We must die to this world and rise to God. But our way to God was cut off by sin. Jesus came and reopened the way to the Father by dying to this world, to its lies and false claims. Rising and Ascending he has re-opened the way to the Father, our hearts true desire. Now we can be saved by being led back to the Father by the saving power of Jesus. And dying to this world, we can one day fully be satisfied by God.\n\n4) Repent and believe the Gospel. – To repent means to come to a new mind, to come to understand and accept all that has been stated: that the Lord loves me, is calling me in my desires, and want to save me from the sinful drives that will destroy me. It is time for me to come to believe in this Love God has form me and accept the promise and salvation of his love: Jesus Christ and the saving truth he proclaims.\n\n5) Be Baptized and receive the Holy Spirit. – And thus in Baptism our sins are washed away, we are incorporated into Christ, we become a member of his body. And having done so, the Holy Spirit, the life, love, serenity, joy and wisdom of God comes to dwell in me and begins a work of transforming me, that includes the other Sacraments as well.\n\n6) Abide in Christ and his body the Church. – Grow in this relationship with Jesus and His Father in the Holy Spirit by living in the life of the Church, which is Jesus presence and Body in this world. Abide there, that is go on dwelling there.\n\n7) Go make disciples. – And so the cycle repeats with the newly Evangelized and more deeply rooted Christian calling others.","content_html":"Just as you can share a cup of coffee, so can you share the gospel with others. This sharing of the gospel is called kerygma. In this episode, Jeff breaks down kerygma so you can discover how simple it can be to share Christ with your family, co-workers, friends, neighbors, and more.
\n\n7 Parts/Messages of the Kerygma:
\n\n1) God loves you and has plan for your life. – Yes, God the Father loves you and seeks you. And that ache in your heart, that longing, that yearning, and that “never satisfied” quality in your desires all point to God and he has written his name in your heart. He wants to turn you away from a passing and unsatisfying world, towards him. He wants to save you and prepare you to live with him for all eternity. He wants to fill the God sized hole in your heart and its infinite longing with his infinite Love. (CCC 1).
\n\n2) Sin will destroy you. – Nothing is so destructive in your life and this world as sin. It is desire gone wrong, it is rooted in the lie that the creature rather than the Creator can help and save us. Cultivating sin will put you in bondage to desires gone mad that will not ultimately be satisfied. Satan is lying to you and saying that rebellion form the One who made will bring happiness to you. It will not. And you know this already don’t you? Sin and indulgence does not ultimately satisfy. The world cannot satisfy, for it is finite and your desire is infinite. Sin does not ultimately bring happiness, it brings bondage, addiction, dissatisfaction, and ultimately resentment and spiritual death.
\n\n3) Christ Jesus died to save you. – Into this mess of our wayward desires and our foolish grasping at worldly trinkets Jesus came. He met the woman at the well (who is us) and told her that every who drinks form this well (the world) will be thirsty again. In other words, the world cannot ultimately satisfy or save us. We must die to this world and rise to God. But our way to God was cut off by sin. Jesus came and reopened the way to the Father by dying to this world, to its lies and false claims. Rising and Ascending he has re-opened the way to the Father, our hearts true desire. Now we can be saved by being led back to the Father by the saving power of Jesus. And dying to this world, we can one day fully be satisfied by God.
\n\n4) Repent and believe the Gospel. – To repent means to come to a new mind, to come to understand and accept all that has been stated: that the Lord loves me, is calling me in my desires, and want to save me from the sinful drives that will destroy me. It is time for me to come to believe in this Love God has form me and accept the promise and salvation of his love: Jesus Christ and the saving truth he proclaims.
\n\n5) Be Baptized and receive the Holy Spirit. – And thus in Baptism our sins are washed away, we are incorporated into Christ, we become a member of his body. And having done so, the Holy Spirit, the life, love, serenity, joy and wisdom of God comes to dwell in me and begins a work of transforming me, that includes the other Sacraments as well.
\n\n6) Abide in Christ and his body the Church. – Grow in this relationship with Jesus and His Father in the Holy Spirit by living in the life of the Church, which is Jesus presence and Body in this world. Abide there, that is go on dwelling there.
\n\n7) Go make disciples. – And so the cycle repeats with the newly Evangelized and more deeply rooted Christian calling others.
","summary":"Just as you can share a cup of coffee, so can you…","date_published":"2018-01-20T09:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e9faf8ef-d7c7-47f7-a2f8-8422ef9c7ef2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24433318,"duration_in_seconds":1944}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/382183034","title":"What I Learned from Mother Angelica","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/47","content_text":"Jeff Cavins worked with Mother Angelica for years, and he is often asked, “What was Mother Angelica like?” This week, Jeff shares some of his personal encounters with and stories about a nun who revolutionized media evangelization.\n\nMore Great Resources from Jeff \n\nFind free blogs, videos, and resources about Scripture and the Catholic faith at http://biblestudyforcatholics.com/.\n\nLearn more about The Great Adventure Bible Timeline and preview any study for free.\n\nFor an easy way to transform your approach to reading Scripture, check out Jeff’s Bible Timeline Chart.\n\nFor an illustrated resource introducing God’s love story to children while helping them to understand how the Catholic Church is the body of Christ on Earth try The Great Adventure Storybook.\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","content_html":"Jeff Cavins worked with Mother Angelica for years, and he is often asked, “What was Mother Angelica like?” This week, Jeff shares some of his personal encounters with and stories about a nun who revolutionized media evangelization.
\n\nMore Great Resources from Jeff
\n\nFind free blogs, videos, and resources about Scripture and the Catholic faith at http://biblestudyforcatholics.com/.
\n\nLearn more about The Great Adventure Bible Timeline and preview any study for free.
\n\nFor an easy way to transform your approach to reading Scripture, check out Jeff’s Bible Timeline Chart.
\n\nFor an illustrated resource introducing God’s love story to children while helping them to understand how the Catholic Church is the body of Christ on Earth try The Great Adventure Storybook.
\n\nWe’d Love to Hear from You
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
","summary":"Jeff Cavins worked with Mother Angelica for years…","date_published":"2018-01-11T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/cbb765d6-c11b-4f43-b1d6-f8bf89cd1223.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":43639669,"duration_in_seconds":1778}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/378848891","title":"New Years Resolution 2.0","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/46","content_text":"Below are eight questions that can act as a guide in making a good New Year's resolution. Ask yourself the following questions:\n\n\nWill this resolution draw me toward Christ or away from Him? Sometimes our goals become self-centered and tend to draw us away from Christ and onto our own agenda. Keep a holy card or crucifix with you when you consider a New Year's resolution.\nWill this resolution enhance my vocation in life? In other words, will it help me as a parent, spouse, single person, priest, or religious? Starting with your vocation is a great place to determine future action. For example, if you are a father some of your decisions are already made. Becoming a better father is something that you know God wants you to do, even more than fitting into that pair of pants in your closet.\nDoes this resolution have eternal impact on my life and those around me? The decisions that we make today have eternal impact, so it becomes important to budget your time and resources accordingly.\nHave I prayed about it and asked God to lead me in my decisions? James 4:15 says that our future decisions should keep in mind the phrase, “if it is the Lord's will.” We must always qualify our plans with this phrase as sometimes it may be the will of the Lord for us to accomplish a certain thing, but we may be off when it comes to the timing.\nWill this resolution take time and resources away from those around me who really depend upon me? We only have so many hours in a day and so many dollars in the bank, so it becomes very important to ask ourselves if the main things in our lives are being taken care of or neglected? If you have a family, it's a good idea to consult your spouse if you are about to allocate funds or time for your special project.\nAm I prepared to accompany my resolution with prayer and fortitude? The prophet Zechariah once said, “not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, says the Lord of hosts.” Simply making the resolution will not bring about the desired results. Rather, fortitude and a constant reliance upon the spirit of God is what brings about the victory in our lives. Ask yourself if you are prepared to soak this change in your life with daily prayer.\nAm I prepared to sacrifice and offer up that which is uncomfortable in order to attain my resolution? Whether it be in sports or in the spiritual life, becoming good at something does not come without practice and sacrifice. As “location” is the key to real estate, so practice is the key to the virtuous life. Change comes by habitually practicing the good.\nDoes this resolution further your walk with Christ and glorify the Lord or does vanity compel you? It's a wonderful thing to be physically fit, but if being fit is for the purpose of getting noticed, then your heart is in the wrong place. Become fit so that you can be a more effective witness for Christ. Remember all those times you said, \"I'm too tired to do (fill in the blank)?\n","content_html":"Below are eight questions that can act as a guide in making a good New Year's resolution. Ask yourself the following questions:
\n\nWill this resolution draw me toward Christ or away from Him? Sometimes our goals become self-centered and tend to draw us away from Christ and onto our own agenda. Keep a holy card or crucifix with you when you consider a New Year's resolution.
Will this resolution enhance my vocation in life? In other words, will it help me as a parent, spouse, single person, priest, or religious? Starting with your vocation is a great place to determine future action. For example, if you are a father some of your decisions are already made. Becoming a better father is something that you know God wants you to do, even more than fitting into that pair of pants in your closet.
Does this resolution have eternal impact on my life and those around me? The decisions that we make today have eternal impact, so it becomes important to budget your time and resources accordingly.
Have I prayed about it and asked God to lead me in my decisions? James 4:15 says that our future decisions should keep in mind the phrase, “if it is the Lord's will.” We must always qualify our plans with this phrase as sometimes it may be the will of the Lord for us to accomplish a certain thing, but we may be off when it comes to the timing.
Will this resolution take time and resources away from those around me who really depend upon me? We only have so many hours in a day and so many dollars in the bank, so it becomes very important to ask ourselves if the main things in our lives are being taken care of or neglected? If you have a family, it's a good idea to consult your spouse if you are about to allocate funds or time for your special project.
Am I prepared to accompany my resolution with prayer and fortitude? The prophet Zechariah once said, “not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, says the Lord of hosts.” Simply making the resolution will not bring about the desired results. Rather, fortitude and a constant reliance upon the spirit of God is what brings about the victory in our lives. Ask yourself if you are prepared to soak this change in your life with daily prayer.
Am I prepared to sacrifice and offer up that which is uncomfortable in order to attain my resolution? Whether it be in sports or in the spiritual life, becoming good at something does not come without practice and sacrifice. As “location” is the key to real estate, so practice is the key to the virtuous life. Change comes by habitually practicing the good.
Does this resolution further your walk with Christ and glorify the Lord or does vanity compel you? It's a wonderful thing to be physically fit, but if being fit is for the purpose of getting noticed, then your heart is in the wrong place. Become fit so that you can be a more effective witness for Christ. Remember all those times you said, "I'm too tired to do (fill in the blank)?
During the Christmas season, we pause to think about the impact of one very special life—the life of Jesus—on the life of every single human being throughout history. It might be easy to see Christ's impact on the world, but do we ever pause to reflect on how precious and powerful every single human life is? Do you ever take time to think about how your life has powerfully impacted the world around you in ways you might not even know? Today's episode reflects on how every life carries great meaning in God's greater plan.
","summary":"During the Christmas season, we pause to think ab…","date_published":"2017-12-19T15:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/6bba7e43-cd66-4440-95de-e6e3aafeee2e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":30533525,"duration_in_seconds":1909}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/369952613","title":"What If You Had Never Been Born?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/44","content_text":"During the Christmas season, we pause to think about the impact of one very special life—the life of Jesus—on the life of every single human being throughout history. It might be easy to see Christ's impact on the world, but do we ever pause to reflect on how precious and powerful every single human life is? Do you ever take time to think about how your life has powerfully impacted the world around you in ways you might not even know? Today's episode reflects on how every life carries great meaning in God's greater plan.\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!","content_html":"During the Christmas season, we pause to think about the impact of one very special life—the life of Jesus—on the life of every single human being throughout history. It might be easy to see Christ's impact on the world, but do we ever pause to reflect on how precious and powerful every single human life is? Do you ever take time to think about how your life has powerfully impacted the world around you in ways you might not even know? Today's episode reflects on how every life carries great meaning in God's greater plan.
\n\nDo you have comments or questions for Jeff? Use the comment box below, or email Jeff at thejeffcavinsshow@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!
","summary":"During the Christmas season, we pause to think ab…","date_published":"2017-12-15T10:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/ffb53136-a482-489f-bbbe-8d72e25cd5f4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28142247,"duration_in_seconds":1778}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/368713469","title":"Write Your Own Holy Card","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/43","content_text":"As Catholics, we're used to praying prayers that we find on holy cards. It's a beautiful tradition, but sometimes it can feel like the prayer we are praying is hard to fully make our own. In this episode, Jeff reminds us that we don't have to be saints to write our own carefully crafted prayers—prayers that help us enter more fully into the different seasons of our life. After listening, you might just want to write your own holy card.","content_html":"As Catholics, we're used to praying prayers that we find on holy cards. It's a beautiful tradition, but sometimes it can feel like the prayer we are praying is hard to fully make our own. In this episode, Jeff reminds us that we don't have to be saints to write our own carefully crafted prayers—prayers that help us enter more fully into the different seasons of our life. After listening, you might just want to write your own holy card.
","summary":"As Catholics, we're used to praying prayers that …","date_published":"2017-12-12T18:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/831c216c-3f0e-4e46-bb9d-aa451719ff9b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21780439,"duration_in_seconds":1461}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/363675725","title":"The Liturgical Year: Conforming Your Life to Christ","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/42","content_text":"Each and every day of the believer’s life should be lived with an understanding that God keeps a calendar. By following his calendar, we won't waste time and energy during the course of our life, because the calendar will keep us focused on God's will rather than our own. This week, Jeff Cavins discusses how the liturgical year helps us anchor our lives in God's life.","content_html":"Each and every day of the believer’s life should be lived with an understanding that God keeps a calendar. By following his calendar, we won't waste time and energy during the course of our life, because the calendar will keep us focused on God's will rather than our own. This week, Jeff Cavins discusses how the liturgical year helps us anchor our lives in God's life.
","summary":"Each and every day of the believer’s life should …","date_published":"2017-12-01T16:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/efdce360-1c24-4d2f-a7d3-cb3ba893aa8c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27773749,"duration_in_seconds":1927}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/357298370","title":"Thankful People Are Attractive People","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/41","content_text":"Jeff gives ten tips to help you live a spirit of gratitude in every season of your life.","content_html":"Jeff gives ten tips to help you live a spirit of gratitude in every season of your life.
","summary":"Jeff gives ten tips to help you live a spirit of …","date_published":"2017-11-17T16:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e8f5dead-73ad-4215-8cca-dd71ca6ebaaa.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36796445,"duration_in_seconds":2228}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/353814950","title":"Still on the Bunny Hill of Catholicism?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/40","content_text":"Are you on the spiritual “bunny hill?” Have you practiced your faith enough to be able to handle harder challenges, or are you still operating in the faith of your childhood? In this episode, Jeff encourages you to commit to your faith in a serious way and mature in it every day.","content_html":"Are you on the spiritual “bunny hill?” Have you practiced your faith enough to be able to handle harder challenges, or are you still operating in the faith of your childhood? In this episode, Jeff encourages you to commit to your faith in a serious way and mature in it every day.
","summary":"Are you on the spiritual “bunny hill?” Have you p…","date_published":"2017-11-10T09:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/a56f3234-e77b-4626-b3d0-45daa3505cb5.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34665342,"duration_in_seconds":2157}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/351046450","title":"Talking to God Out Loud","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/39","content_text":"Catholics are comfortable reciting prayers out loud, but that's not the only way we're instructed to pray. We're called to speak to God in the most natural way. Wouldn't you like to be able to talk to God out loud just as you would talk to a loved one sitting beside you? In this episode, Jeff Cavins gives you advice to help you start your own conversation with God—out loud.","content_html":"Catholics are comfortable reciting prayers out loud, but that's not the only way we're instructed to pray. We're called to speak to God in the most natural way. Wouldn't you like to be able to talk to God out loud just as you would talk to a loved one sitting beside you? In this episode, Jeff Cavins gives you advice to help you start your own conversation with God—out loud.
","summary":"Catholics are comfortable reciting prayers out lo…","date_published":"2017-11-04T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/71494d97-be05-4064-a07e-ee7cc9157d39.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34896796,"duration_in_seconds":2208}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/348890640","title":"Redeeming the Time You Waste on TV News","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/38","content_text":"Jeff Cavins has an announcement to make: He's done watching network news. In this episode, he reminds us that instead of passively consuming the \"same old same old\" from the news, we can use our time to grow in our relationship with God and with others.","content_html":"Jeff Cavins has an announcement to make: He's done watching network news. In this episode, he reminds us that instead of passively consuming the "same old same old" from the news, we can use our time to grow in our relationship with God and with others.
","summary":"Jeff Cavins has an announcement to make: He's don…","date_published":"2017-10-27T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/dc4f504d-41c3-49ae-82a5-fe9b189221f2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36489642,"duration_in_seconds":1480}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/346621768","title":"10 Ways To Baptize Your Smartphone","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/37","content_text":"Have you ever put down your smartphone only to realize an hour has gone by? Do certain apps tempt you to sin? Are you sometimes overwhelmed with a desire to have the latest and greatest technologies? Here are ten simple ways you can “baptize” your smartphone for the glory of God and for your spiritual growth, while becoming more a part of God’s family, the Church.","content_html":"Have you ever put down your smartphone only to realize an hour has gone by? Do certain apps tempt you to sin? Are you sometimes overwhelmed with a desire to have the latest and greatest technologies? Here are ten simple ways you can “baptize” your smartphone for the glory of God and for your spiritual growth, while becoming more a part of God’s family, the Church.
","summary":"Have you ever put down your smartphone only to re…","date_published":"2017-10-12T17:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/c8346ba8-d5df-476d-a90a-cde1176b74fa.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25891291,"duration_in_seconds":2065}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/345527512","title":"Walking by Faith in Uncertain Times","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/36","content_text":"What's the difference between \"believe-ism\" and true Christian faith? In this episode, Jeff explains how to distinguish between the two, and he points out how we can more fully entrust ourselves to Christ and walk in faith, uncertain as life may be.","content_html":"What's the difference between "believe-ism" and true Christian faith? In this episode, Jeff explains how to distinguish between the two, and he points out how we can more fully entrust ourselves to Christ and walk in faith, uncertain as life may be.
","summary":"What's the difference between \"believe-ism\" and t…","date_published":"2017-10-05T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/a4509aa7-1f1c-47b8-b983-f4c6145ae3f3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":39072221,"duration_in_seconds":2382}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/344570984","title":"How Do I Explain Catholicism to My Friend?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/35","content_text":"Catholicism is filled with beautiful complexities, but when it comes time to explain our Catholic faith to a friend, we often don't know where to begin. In this week's episode, Jeff gives tips to help us start the conversation, and he reminds us to remember the most important reason for sharing our faith- God's desire to be in relationship with each of his children.","content_html":"Catholicism is filled with beautiful complexities, but when it comes time to explain our Catholic faith to a friend, we often don't know where to begin. In this week's episode, Jeff gives tips to help us start the conversation, and he reminds us to remember the most important reason for sharing our faith- God's desire to be in relationship with each of his children.
","summary":"Catholicism is filled with beautiful complexities…","date_published":"2017-09-29T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e9987c0f-2e19-46c2-b293-3711f73759fd.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36784816,"duration_in_seconds":2239}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/343470424","title":"Five Benefits of Humility","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/34","content_text":"Do you need some humility in your life? This week's episode of the Jeff Cavins Show is for you. Learn new ways to grow in humility starting today, and discover the fruits that will come from that growth.","content_html":"Do you need some humility in your life? This week's episode of the Jeff Cavins Show is for you. Learn new ways to grow in humility starting today, and discover the fruits that will come from that growth.
","summary":"Do you need some humility in your life? This week…","date_published":"2017-09-21T20:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/7ca997e0-237e-4536-ab31-fac314e21f6b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34622302,"duration_in_seconds":2104}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/342535593","title":"God's Genius Bar for Marriage","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/33","content_text":"If God were to design a test to help diagnose the root of any problems in a marriage, he might ask about three areas in a couple's life together. Have both spouses left their old ways behind them? Have both spouses cleaved to one another in difficult times? Has the couple truly become one in their core beliefs and vision for life? Jeff walks through these questions, helping couples troubleshoot their marriages and more fully embrace God's plan for their lives.","content_html":"If God were to design a test to help diagnose the root of any problems in a marriage, he might ask about three areas in a couple's life together. Have both spouses left their old ways behind them? Have both spouses cleaved to one another in difficult times? Has the couple truly become one in their core beliefs and vision for life? Jeff walks through these questions, helping couples troubleshoot their marriages and more fully embrace God's plan for their lives.
","summary":"If God were to design a test to help diagnose the…","date_published":"2017-09-15T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/e1155d2b-3591-4ca7-a93a-a310b543c29c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":32728496,"duration_in_seconds":1986}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/341514951","title":"How to Forgive When You Don't Feel Like It","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/32","content_text":"Forgiving isn't easy, but it's what we're called to do. In this episode, Jeff encourages us to show mercy to others just as Christ has shown mercy to us, and he suggests several concrete actions we can take to forgive those in our lives who have hurt us.","content_html":"Forgiving isn't easy, but it's what we're called to do. In this episode, Jeff encourages us to show mercy to others just as Christ has shown mercy to us, and he suggests several concrete actions we can take to forgive those in our lives who have hurt us.
","summary":"Forgiving isn't easy, but it's what we're called …","date_published":"2017-09-08T15:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/52436c3a-1ff0-4acc-831b-94e6961a01bf.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":19774504,"duration_in_seconds":2353}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/340457124","title":"Super. Natural. Evangelization.","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/31","content_text":"You might think you need to be well-versed in theology to be an evangelizer, but Jeff wants you to know that evangelizing is easier than you think. To demonstrate how opportunities for evangelization naturally present themselves in the midst of normal life, he shares a moving story from his most recent motorcycle trip through the mountains of Montana.","content_html":"You might think you need to be well-versed in theology to be an evangelizer, but Jeff wants you to know that evangelizing is easier than you think. To demonstrate how opportunities for evangelization naturally present themselves in the midst of normal life, he shares a moving story from his most recent motorcycle trip through the mountains of Montana.
","summary":"You might think you need to be well-versed in the…","date_published":"2017-09-01T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/43003be2-0cc6-42c3-93f1-406cfc197d38.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":17847690,"duration_in_seconds":2112}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/339363747","title":"God's Secret Weapon When You're Discouraged","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/30","content_text":"What's your instinct when you're discouraged? Are you tempted to sulk and to draw away from God? Today's show will uplift you and give you a powerful tool to help you resist that discouragement and dwell in hope, instead.","content_html":"What's your instinct when you're discouraged? Are you tempted to sulk and to draw away from God? Today's show will uplift you and give you a powerful tool to help you resist that discouragement and dwell in hope, instead.
","summary":"What's your instinct when you're discouraged? Are…","date_published":"2017-08-24T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/126287e9-9d11-4e16-8136-f7188bf175ff.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":16643156,"duration_in_seconds":1961}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/338436874","title":"Anger Is the New Love: Politics Today","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/29","content_text":"Are you distressed by today's political landscape? Jeff gives a scriptural perspective on the anger that is brewing across political spectrums. He reminds us that as Christians, we are not ultimately political creatures but children of a God who promises to redeem our fallen humanity.","content_html":"Are you distressed by today's political landscape? Jeff gives a scriptural perspective on the anger that is brewing across political spectrums. He reminds us that as Christians, we are not ultimately political creatures but children of a God who promises to redeem our fallen humanity.
","summary":"Are you distressed by today's political landscape…","date_published":"2017-08-18T11:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/0d3840bf-abe4-4779-aabb-3a6511115a6d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":18617165,"duration_in_seconds":2208}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/337432194","title":"Wrinkles Tell a Story","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/28","content_text":"What do you think about getting old? Is it something you fear, or are you looking forward to the days where your face will be etched with wrinkles and the color of your hair will reveal your wisdom? In this episode, Jeff explains how Scripture celebrates the elderly as those who have the wisdom of the ages, and shares how adopting a Godly view of aging has impacted his marriage.","content_html":"What do you think about getting old? Is it something you fear, or are you looking forward to the days where your face will be etched with wrinkles and the color of your hair will reveal your wisdom? In this episode, Jeff explains how Scripture celebrates the elderly as those who have the wisdom of the ages, and shares how adopting a Godly view of aging has impacted his marriage.
","summary":"What do you think about getting old? Is it someth…","date_published":"2017-08-11T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/7128207b-8363-46d9-b7a7-9e74f31b4909.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28424773,"duration_in_seconds":1893}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/336242063","title":"Living on a Wing and a Prayer","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/27","content_text":"In today's episode, Jeff connects an old World War II song to a popular Gospel story, giving the phrase \"living on a wing and a prayer\" new meaning. Tune in for a reminder that we can always reach out to Christ when we're at risk of losing hope.","content_html":"In today's episode, Jeff connects an old World War II song to a popular Gospel story, giving the phrase "living on a wing and a prayer" new meaning. Tune in for a reminder that we can always reach out to Christ when we're at risk of losing hope.
","summary":"In today's episode, Jeff connects an old World Wa…","date_published":"2017-08-04T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/436bcd76-3807-42b2-8415-48c96ae80b20.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26036702,"duration_in_seconds":1637}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/335260767","title":"What Did Jesus Write in the Dirt?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/26","content_text":"If you've ever read the story about the woman caught in adultery, you know that the Jews who wanted to stone her walked away after Jesus bent down and wrote something in the dirt. The Gospel never tells us what he wrote, but by putting together four different scriptural clues, Jeff thinks he's got a pretty good guess. Find out Jeff's take on the story, and how his interpretation shows God's desire to free you from shame.","content_html":"If you've ever read the story about the woman caught in adultery, you know that the Jews who wanted to stone her walked away after Jesus bent down and wrote something in the dirt. The Gospel never tells us what he wrote, but by putting together four different scriptural clues, Jeff thinks he's got a pretty good guess. Find out Jeff's take on the story, and how his interpretation shows God's desire to free you from shame.
","summary":"If you've ever read the story about the woman cau…","date_published":"2017-07-28T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/2174a51e-9071-4a07-b7ce-1525bc0c6abc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":24153431,"duration_in_seconds":1605}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/334195557","title":"Offer It Up: Finding Meaning in Suffering","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/25","content_text":"Have you ever considered offering up your \"less-than-ideal\" days to your Heavenly Father? Jeff wants you to know that the suffering that you encounter in your life is not meaningless, and that our ability to unite our frustrations, pains, and hardships with Christ's sacrifice on the cross makes all the difference in this world (and in the next)!","content_html":"Have you ever considered offering up your "less-than-ideal" days to your Heavenly Father? Jeff wants you to know that the suffering that you encounter in your life is not meaningless, and that our ability to unite our frustrations, pains, and hardships with Christ's sacrifice on the cross makes all the difference in this world (and in the next)!
","summary":"Have you ever considered offering up your \"less-t…","date_published":"2017-07-21T12:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/139340a5-49f3-4d2b-9bee-d928b230efdc.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33731498,"duration_in_seconds":2399}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/333089855","title":"The Power Of Isolating Spiritual Disciplines","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/24","content_text":"Every expert athlete knows the value of isolating one muscle, technique, or practice and focusing all one's energy on perfecting it. Jeff explains how the same thing is true when it comes to our spiritual life--sometimes we need to choose just one spiritual practice and exercise it over and over in order to grow.","content_html":"Every expert athlete knows the value of isolating one muscle, technique, or practice and focusing all one's energy on perfecting it. Jeff explains how the same thing is true when it comes to our spiritual life--sometimes we need to choose just one spiritual practice and exercise it over and over in order to grow.
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","summary":"Do you ever feel like God might be calling you to…","date_published":"2017-06-09T13:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/1374c01a-242f-473a-9b01-cc1e6d6e061d.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27597247,"duration_in_seconds":1831}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/325557610","title":"Help! My Children Left the Church","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/18","content_text":"One of the greatest pains many people suffer is the pain of watching one's children leave the Catholic Church. In this episode, Jeff explains four common reasons why people leave, how to address the factors that drew them away, and why you should never give up hope that they might return.","content_html":"One of the greatest pains many people suffer is the pain of watching one's children leave the Catholic Church. In this episode, Jeff explains four common reasons why people leave, how to address the factors that drew them away, and why you should never give up hope that they might return.
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","summary":"Have you ever wondered why every time you decide …","date_published":"2017-05-30T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/b3435951-21b2-403b-9ac3-0a1e59fd694c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37837704,"duration_in_seconds":1818}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/323386470","title":"Smiling, the Exercise of Happiness","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/16","content_text":"Jeff has a PSA for you: one of our most amazing God-given abilities is our ability to smile, and the more we smile, the happier we'll be. In this episode, Jeff shows how Scripture and science support each other when it comes to this amazing God-given ability, and he challenges you to give everyone you meet today a genuine smile!","content_html":"Jeff has a PSA for you: one of our most amazing God-given abilities is our ability to smile, and the more we smile, the happier we'll be. In this episode, Jeff shows how Scripture and science support each other when it comes to this amazing God-given ability, and he challenges you to give everyone you meet today a genuine smile!
","summary":"Jeff has a PSA for you: one of our most amazing G…","date_published":"2017-05-19T08:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/1cca632f-7b4b-43cf-a551-3718cbc8cdbb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":28630786,"duration_in_seconds":1849}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/322268273","title":"You Don't Know My Father","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/15","content_text":"Have you ever thought about the fact that one of the best ways for someone to get to know your dad is to ask you about him? Tune in to hear Jeff share a story about how a trip to a hardware store helped him understand Jesus' relationship with his Father- our Father.","content_html":"Have you ever thought about the fact that one of the best ways for someone to get to know your dad is to ask you about him? Tune in to hear Jeff share a story about how a trip to a hardware store helped him understand Jesus' relationship with his Father- our Father.
","summary":"Have you ever thought about the fact that one of …","date_published":"2017-05-12T09:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/8ca221e7-42e8-44dc-b47f-bcb0d3d29284.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":29304430,"duration_in_seconds":1855}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/321165665","title":"Carrying Your Cross","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/14","content_text":"What does it mean when you wear a cross around your neck? Is it just jewelry? Is it a sign of your identity to other people? Is it a reminder to you of Christ's command to pick up your cross and follow him? Jeff shares about what it means to him when he wears his crucifix, and challenges us to wear ours with meaning, too.","content_html":"What does it mean when you wear a cross around your neck? Is it just jewelry? Is it a sign of your identity to other people? Is it a reminder to you of Christ's command to pick up your cross and follow him? Jeff shares about what it means to him when he wears his crucifix, and challenges us to wear ours with meaning, too.
","summary":"What does it mean when you wear a cross around yo…","date_published":"2017-05-05T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/9b74edc9-4763-42e9-a023-a157e2da0951.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":38667666,"duration_in_seconds":2258}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/319795433","title":"Simplify Your Life- Clean Up Your Past","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/13","content_text":"One reason our lives are so complicated is because we haven't truly dealt with our past, and because of that, most of us are burdened by shame, regret, and unforgiveness. To help us identify those burdens and surrender them to the Lord, Jeff gives us a helpful exercise wherein we examine the \"5 rooms of our heart.\" Jeff then shares tips for making a good confession and cleaning up your past, once and for all.","content_html":"One reason our lives are so complicated is because we haven't truly dealt with our past, and because of that, most of us are burdened by shame, regret, and unforgiveness. To help us identify those burdens and surrender them to the Lord, Jeff gives us a helpful exercise wherein we examine the "5 rooms of our heart." Jeff then shares tips for making a good confession and cleaning up your past, once and for all.
","summary":"One reason our lives are so complicated is becaus…","date_published":"2017-04-27T16:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/09871316-5ce8-4260-a76e-3dd4de97f465.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":37975467,"duration_in_seconds":2149}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/318803393","title":"Simplify Your Life- What's the First Step?","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/12","content_text":"Is your life complicated, busy, and way too cluttered? You can use planners, organize closets, and give things to Goodwill, but those things aren’t the root of the problem. Jeff explains that Biblically, there’s a very important key to simplifying our lives, and without it, nothing else will bring us peace.","content_html":"Is your life complicated, busy, and way too cluttered? You can use planners, organize closets, and give things to Goodwill, but those things aren’t the root of the problem. Jeff explains that Biblically, there’s a very important key to simplifying our lives, and without it, nothing else will bring us peace.
","summary":"Is your life complicated, busy, and way too clutt…","date_published":"2017-04-21T10:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://chrt.fm/track/GG427/aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/a6159c88-975f-4c62-8d51-2bd025c07148/bb71fe33-6c17-462e-9c42-2def95015f77.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26813673,"duration_in_seconds":2160}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/317397287","title":"Taking a Pilgrimage to Mass","url":"https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/11","content_text":"You might not be able to make it to the Holy Land this week, but if you're going to Mass, consider yourself a pilgrim. Jeff uses the Jewish understanding of pilgrimage to help us prepare our hearts to meet God in the Mass and receive his blessing in our lives.","content_html":"You might not be able to make it to the Holy Land this week, but if you're going to Mass, consider yourself a pilgrim. Jeff uses the Jewish understanding of pilgrimage to help us prepare our hearts to meet God in the Mass and receive his blessing in our lives.
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