Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on Fire Ep 170 - From Death to Life: The Miracle and Mission of Paul Zucarelli
What happens when a man literally dies and comes face to face with God? In this gripping episode of The Manly Catholic, James sits down with Paul Zucarelli, a former businessman who flatlined eight times, died for over two hours, and was miraculously brought back to life through intercessory prayer by Bishop Thomas Olmsted. Paul’s story isn’t just a testimony but a wake-up call for every Catholic man asleep in the comfort of lukewarm faith.
Paul shares how his “successful” life hid a spiritual bankruptcy that nearly cost him his soul. But God’s mercy broke through. After his near-death encounter with the Divine Light, Paul saw his life laid bare before God and was given a mission: to call men back to true faith, hope, and conversion of heart.
This episode isn’t for the passive. It’s for men ready to confront the idols in their lives—the pride of self-sufficiency, the worship of comfort, the false security of worldly success—and return to the Cross.
James and Paul discuss:
- Paul’s miraculous resurrection through the power of intercessory prayer
- The spiritual danger of living a “half-hearted faith” Jesus calls lukewarm
- Why Catholic men must prepare not for “earthly retirement,” but for eternal life
- The battle between self-will and surrender to God’s will
- The critical role of priests, bishops, and the sacraments in spiritual warfare
- How faith, hope, and charity must be lived, not merely professed
Paul’s testimony proves God’s miracles are alive in His Church and that faith can literally raise the dead. The question is, are you living as if you believe that?
Products/References in the Episode:
- The Manly Catholic Episode 136 (Paul’s first interview)
- Into the Breach by Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted
- Prayer of Abandonment by St. Charles de Foucauld
- FaithUnderstood.org
Powerful Quotes from the Episode:
- “I spent my life building an earthly retirement plan while ignoring my eternal one.”
- “A half-hearted faith is nauseating to Christ. He will spit you out of His mouth.”
- “Hope is in the will. You must choose to hope in Christ, every single day.”
Key Takeaway for Men:
Die to self. Stop living as if this world is your home. Commit 100% to Christ. Anything less is spiritual suicide.
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