web01.fireside.fm Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:59:50 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The Jeff Cavins Show (Your Catholic Bible Study Podcast) - Episodes Tagged with “Discipleship” https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/tags/discipleship Fri, 09 Oct 2020 15:00:00 -0400 In his weekly Catholic Bible study podcast, Jeff shares faith tips and scripture truths to help you live as a modern-day disciple of Jesus Christ. en-us episodic Jeff shares personal tips and scriptural truths to help you live as a modern-day disciple of Jesus Christ. Ascension In his weekly Catholic Bible study podcast, Jeff shares faith tips and scripture truths to help you live as a modern-day disciple of Jesus Christ. no Catholic, bible study, catholic bible study, catholicism, jeff cavins, Ascension Press, Ascension, faith, christianity, christian Ascension podcasts@ascensionpress.com 10 Ways To Refuel Your Optimism https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/187 4017ded6-c5da-4b52-9750-ecc87642f1c0 Fri, 09 Oct 2020 15:00:00 -0400 Ascension full Ascension It 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. 28:39 no It 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. Snippet from the Show In 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. Email us with comments or questions at tjcs@ascensionpress.com Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get Jeff’s shownotes delivered straight to your email! Or visit ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow for full shownotes! ascension press, ascension, ascension presents, scripture, bible, bible study, catholic, catholic bible study, catholic church, catholic family, catholicism, jeff cavins, catholic podcast, catholic faith, faith, christianity, optimism, optimistic, hope, hope in Jesus, political division, politics, election 2020, jesus christ, following jesus christ, eucharist, sacraments, holiness, discipleship, disciples of Christ, catechism of the catholic church, god has a plan, trusting god, read the bible, prayer life, how to pray, praying, It 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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In 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.

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]]> It 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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In 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.

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]]> Should Christians Say "Holy Crap" ? https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/178 b9d2757a-05f4-4b9a-9bac-2fda15f25701 Fri, 07 Aug 2020 15:00:00 -0400 Ascension full Ascension As 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. 26:39 no As 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. Snippet from the Show Part of being a disciple of Christ is being able to clearly distinguish between that which is holy and that which is unholy. Email us with comments or questions at tjcs@ascensionpress.com Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get Jeff’s shownotes delivered straight to your email! Or visit ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow for full shownotes! ascension press, ascension, scripture, bible, bible study, catholic, catholic bible study, catholic church, catholic family, catholicism, jeff cavins, catholic faith, holiness, holy, holy crap, how we speak as Christians, swearing, God is Holy, Kadosh, holy crap expression, discipleship, disciples of Christ, follower of Christ, do not take oath, Holy is His name, As 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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Part of being a disciple of Christ is being able to clearly distinguish between that which is holy and that which is unholy.

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]]> As 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.

Snippet from the Show

Part of being a disciple of Christ is being able to clearly distinguish between that which is holy and that which is unholy.

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]]> The Liturgical Calendar: Ordinary Time is Extraordinary Time https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/172 781dffbc-f90d-445f-9fe2-597040d5a796 Fri, 26 Jun 2020 17:30:00 -0400 Ascension full Ascension Do 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. 29:34 no Do 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. Snippet from the Show “Ordinary Time is called ordinary not because it is not special or less significant" Email us with comments or questions at tjcs@ascensionpress.com Text “jeffcavins” to 33-777 to subscribe and get Jeff’s shownotes delivered straight to your email! Or visit ascensionpress.com/thejeffcavinsshow for full shownotes! ascension press, ascension, ascension press, scripture, bible, catholic, catholic church, catholic bible, catholicism, jeff cavins, catholic faith, liturgical year, liturgical calendar, ordinary time, discipleship, Jesus, disciple, follow Christ, liturgical life, Do 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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“Ordinary Time is called ordinary not because it is not special or less significant"

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]]> Do 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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“Ordinary Time is called ordinary not because it is not special or less significant"

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]]> Good Morning: 30,000 Second Chances! https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/144 41211267-6ab1-4d24-b65d-17f24be189fe Fri, 06 Dec 2019 15:00:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 35:18 no 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. Snippet from the Show If 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 catholic, bible, scripture, bible study, catholic bible study, morning routine, prayer, catholic prayer, jeff cavins 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.

Snippet from the Show
If 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.

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]]> 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.

Snippet from the Show
If 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.

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]]> The Shape of Your Day (Episode 100!) https://thejeffcavinsshow.fireside.fm/101 eec8259d-0ec1-4629-94f1-0e310b6c0f24 Fri, 01 Feb 2019 15:00:00 -0500 Ascension full Ascension 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. 31:10 no 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. You desire more, but how is this possible in the midst of a busy life? Today 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. Also, 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) shape of your day, your day 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.

You desire more, but how is this possible in the midst of a busy life?

Today 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.

Also, 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)

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]]> 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.

You desire more, but how is this possible in the midst of a busy life?

Today 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.

Also, 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)

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