Just A Guy In The Pew Podcast

Why do we keep settling for less than what Christ has promised us? This week John and Victor chat about our habit of living in monotony. We are made for great fulfillment and lasting joy, but daily life and toil may drag us down to mediocrity if we are not vigilant. In this episode, John and Victor talk about: - The repercussions of living without hope - Modern day idols and fleeting moments of happiness - Raising your head up in prayer! #Catholic #Podcast #JustaGuyinthePew #Ministry #Men #Evangelization #Offering #Christian #Christianity #Jesus #SpiritualLife #Prayer #change #Dontsettle DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

Matthew Leonard and John tackle all the hard questions about the spiritual life in this very special episode. Give it a listen and learn about: The 3 stages of the spiritual life, consolations, how the Lord is preparing more room in your heart for Himself, and more! John and Matthew talk about these questions: - How do I find rest, but still grow in holiness? - Is “spiritual dryness” bad? - What is the “Luminous Darkness of God”? - Does the Trinity change with the times? - How can “relaxing” in your prayer routine effect you? #Catholic #Podcast #JustaGuyinthePew #Ministry #Men #Evangelization #Offering #Christian #Christianity #Jesus #SpiritualLife #Prayer #MatthewLeonard #Saints Check out Matthew's Work Science and Sainthood https://www.scienceofsainthood.com/ DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

In this special episode John interviews Brother Mariano, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal. Enjoy their deep and beautiful conversation about Mary, suffering, St. Francis and more! Together, John and Brother Mariano discuss: - Brother’s sudden calling to his vocation - The “dark part” of the Annunciation - Embracing radical abandonment - The Fiasco of the Crucifixion - Receiving the mystery of suffering #Catholic #Podcast #JustaGuyinthePew #Ministry #Men #Evangelization #Offering #Christian #Christianity #Jesus #Franciscan #Abandonment #FriarsoftheRenewal #Annunciation #abandonment CHECK OUT BROTHER’S ORDER: Franciscan Friars of the Renewal https://www.franciscanfriars.com/ DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

Episode 200: Are You Listening to the Right Voices? There are so many voices it’s hard to hear the truth.This week John and Victor talk about the many influencing voices in our lives. From news to social media to Saints and sinners, everybody has something to say… But what are we listening to? In this episode, you will hear: - The truth is quiet - When you’re not seeking the voice of the Good Shepherd you will find yourself in despair - The narrative of the culture is very LOUD #Catholic #Podcast #JustaGuyinthePew #Ministry #Men #Evangelization #Offering #Christian #Christianity #Jesus #Listeing #Voices #Gift DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

Episode 199: What Could I Possibly Have to Offer Jesus? This week John dives into our feeling of having nothing to offer. Jesus fed the 5000 with just a few loaves of bread that a boy offered, so why do we doubt what he can do with us? You were born for a REASON! Listen to this episode to find out how to live into that reason! In this episode, John points out: - The devil tells you to “sit back down” and discount your gifts - A “yes” to Jesus leads to abundance - Living in the scriptures is CRUCIAL - You gotta quit thinking about your poverty. #Catholic #Podcast #JustaGuyinthePew #Littleness #Ministry #Men #Evangelization #Offering #Christian #Christianity #Jesus #Trust #Scripture #Gift DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

Episode 198: The Vitality of Relationship Deacon Jeff joined John in the studio this week! Together they discuss the our vital need for relationship… not only with others, but with Jesus (often THROUGH others). How can YOU can change the world? The answer may be simpler than you think! In this episode, John and Deacon Jeff talk about: - What the words “community" and “relationship” actually mean! - The creeping tendency towards selfishness & the sin of despair - You don’t have too look far for people to love - Instant coffee evangelization #CatholicPodcast #JustaGuyinthePew #Relationship DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

Episode 197: Witnesses to the Truth This week John and Victor look back to Holy Week and and share the fruits and struggles of living out those very special days. Do you move on from the Passion and Resurrection the day after Easter? Or are you diving into the Easter season with greater zeal? In this episode, John and Victor talk about: - Will this be the year you actually conquer your fears? - The power of watching, witnessing and being named in scripture. - We don’t share because we are afraid of the consequences - The TRUTH matters. - “Christ didn’t think twice about what this was going to cost him” #CatholicPodcast #JustaGuyinthePew #Truth DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

Episode 196: LENT: It’s Time To Look Up In this episode, John recap all of Lent and invite you to live this Holy Week in a very special way! In this episode, you will hear John about: - The Israelites begging for mercy - Not just checking boxes this Holy Week - What we will miss if we do not look up to Jesus #CatholicPodcast #JustaGuyinthePew #LookUp #Lent DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

Episode 195: Roll The Stone Away “The Glory of God is man fully alive.” How do we know if we are fully alive? Jesus brought Lazarus back to life… He also wants to also call us out of our tombs. Yet, we pause before we roll the stone away. In this episode, you will hear John and Victor talk about: - Why does Jesus weep? - He is present in our current sufferings - We have a loving, fatherly God - What does it mean to be a man fully alive? #CatholicPodcast #JustaGuyinthePew #FullyAlive #Suffering DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/

Again and again, we get stuck in our own weaknesses, failures, and the failures of others. It is time to lift your head, look to the cross and start marching forward. Yes, you are broken, but there will be a resurrection. You cannot stay in your tomb. Cry for help and move forward. In this episode, you will hear John and Victor say: “Jesus came down here and broke his body” “It’s time to admit that you're broken and not let that be who you are anymore.” “We need to be attentive to each other as the body of Christ” “We cannot heal ourselves, but we become our own jury and judge and executioner” “God didn't come into this earth and break his body, so we could stay in the position of lamenting over how messed up we are.” #CatholicPodcast #JustaGuyinthePew #Brokenness #Light DOWNLOADS Get a copy of my new eBook, “12 Ways Guys Can Get Closer to Jesus”! HTTPS://JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/EBOOK NEW: Shop the store! We have a new Just a Guy in the Pew store where you can stock up on great merch HERE: HTTPS://STORE.JUSTAGUYINTHEPEW.COM/