The Jeff Cavins Show (Your Catholic Bible Study Podcast) The Hour of Love
May 23, 2025
What does real love look like? The discussion dives into Pope Leo XIV's inaugural message and the importance of love in overcoming fear and division. Different Greek words for love are explored, particularly agape—selfless and unconditional. Biblical insights from 1 Corinthians 13 highlight love's transformative power in relationships. The conversation emphasizes embracing love as a solution to modern challenges while maintaining faith and unity in a diverse Church.
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Understanding Four Greek Loves
- Greek distinguishes four types of love: phileo (brotherly), storge (motherly), eros (passionate), and agape (selfless divine love).
- Agape love, which is commanded and self-sacrificial, is the transformative love that can change the world.
Pope Leo XIV's Shepherd Role
- Pope Leo XIV sees himself as a shepherd uniting and guarding the scattered flock amid global challenges.
- His mission emphasizes preserving rich Christian heritage while confronting modern questions with love and unity.
Love Defines Church Authority
- Loving as Jesus did is the true authority of the Church, which operates by charity, not by force or power.
- Peter’s mission to feed Jesus’ lambs depends on experiencing God's infinite and unconditional love.
