You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Exploring justice in the midst of crisis, Jesus as the ultimate cure for sin and death, the multifaceted nature of His sacrifice, atonement and spiritual warfare, the profound rescue mission on the cross, and gratitude for His love and deliverance.

Exploring St. Joseph as a model for dealing with unexpected plans, the podcast discusses his faith and unconventional marriage with Mary. It emphasizes trusting in God's guidance during uncertain times, urging listeners to embrace trust and communication with God similar to St. Joseph's example.

Exploring the significance of relying on scriptures for spiritual nourishment in challenging times. Emphasizing how individuals can be fed spiritually through God's Word when access to the Eucharist is limited. Encouraging a daily prayer practice focused on engaging with scripture for guidance and building a closer relationship with God.

Exploring forgiveness in uncertain times, the podcast delves into the concept of limitless forgiveness and the necessity of forgiving without bounds. It highlights powerful parables about a king's forgiveness and the importance of mirroring divine forgiveness in our own actions. The significance of forgiving others despite not forgetting past actions and embracing forgiveness as a conscious decision are also discussed, urging individuals to seek divine grace to forgive others.

Exploring God's message in uncertain times, identifying modern-day idols, embracing humility, offering prayers for others, and being witnesses of joy and hope in challenging times.

Father John Riccardo and guests discuss the transformative impact of Jesus' death and resurrection, victory over death, the power of baptism, surrendering to God's power, navigating sin and effort in the journey, and the triumph of Jesus over the enemy in spiritual warfare.

In this bonus podcast, Fr. John speaks a word of hope in these uncertain times.Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

In this brief reflection, Father John offers us an image to consider praying with to help us in these first days of Lent.Support You Were Born for This with Fr. John Riccardo

Delving into sin and redemption, the podcast explores God's shocking response to sin, portraying Jesus as a powerful warrior and ultimate redeemer. It discusses the concept of Jesus as an 'ambush predator' during the crucifixion, highlighting the personal significance of the gospel message and encouraging listeners to consider their worth in God's eyes.

Father John discusses the deep significance of Lent through aligning with God and essential disciplines like prayer, fasting, and giving. He also explores the impact of childhood abuse on purity, the path towards rediscovering innocence, and the transformative power of Easter. Additionally, he delves into personal introspection, spiritual growth, and self-improvement during Lent.