

The Jeff Cavins Show (Your Catholic Bible Study Podcast)
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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.
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Jul 24, 2020 • 32min
Hope in 2020: A New Jesus Movement
In 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.
Snippet from the Show
“Raise Jesus up and proclaim him with boldness.”
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Jul 17, 2020 • 30min
Hebrews: An Inside Look at the Mass
Jeff 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.
Snippet from the Show
“We no longer imitate the heavenly liturgy, we actually share in it because Christ has reconciled heaven and earth.”
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Jul 10, 2020 • 35min
4 Opportunities to Instruct Your Children
Passing 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.
Snippet from the Show
Make the most of every opportunity, know what the will of the Lord is, and pass that on to you children.
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Jul 3, 2020 • 13min
Fourth of July Special: True Freedom
As 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.
Snippet from the Show
“Faith is going to be part of the recipe for freedom in this country and for peace among us.”
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Jun 26, 2020 • 30min
The Liturgical Calendar: Ordinary Time is Extraordinary Time
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"
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Jun 19, 2020 • 41min
How the Catholic Church Can Double in 5 Years
Imagine 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.
Snippet from the Show
_It is our experience with the Lord that leads to evangelization, do not fear talking to people. _
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Jun 12, 2020 • 39min
7 Ways to Love Your Wayward Children
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.
Snippet From the Show
“Praying that they become Catholic is not enough, Christ is the goal.”
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Jun 5, 2020 • 1h 7min
Distance Amplifies Difference: Reflecting on Racism (with Fr. Josh)
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.
Snippet from the Show
“We as Catholics are ministers of reconciliation.”
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May 29, 2020 • 33min
10 Ways to Know If God is Speaking to You!
Have you ever wondered if God was speaking to you in the midst of a serious decision? Have you struggled with the idea of believing that God can speak to you? Today, Jeff shares 10 ways to know if God is speaking to you.
Snippet From the Show
“God often speaks to us not in commotion, but in the silence of prayer.”
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May 22, 2020 • 33min
Mother of Pearl: Quarantined with the Mother of God
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.
_Snippet from the Show
“A beautiful pearl can come from this confinement.”_
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