Deep in Scripture Radio
325 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 142 ratingsWe have come to believe in the necessity of reading and interpreting Scripture as members of the Body of Christ. Come along as we seek to go Deep in Scripture and thereby deeper in Jesus Christ.
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St. Cyprian of Carthage and Perseverance to the End - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 17:26 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBMarcus and JonMarc Grodi wrap up their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer, specifically looking at the implications of what it means to ask for God's will to be done in our lives. The last points that St. Cyprian makes in this passage have to do with following God's will, even under the threat of persecution. God calls us to faithfulness despite our circumstances, which St. Cyprian had the courage to follow all the way to his martyrdom by beheading in 258AD.
St. Cyprian of Carthage on Preferring Nothing to Christ - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 17:09 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBMarcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their series looking at St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer, specifically focusing on St. Cyprian's thoughts regarding the will of God. St. Cyprian tells us to "prefer nothing whatever to Christ, because He did not prefer anything to us." Jesus held nothing back in His incarnation, passion, death, and resurrection; our call as Christians is to give everything of ourselves back to Him in return.
St. Cyprian of Carthage and the Fear of the Lord - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 16:56 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBMarcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer by diving even deeper into what it means to ask for God's will to be done in our lives. What exactly does the fear of the Lord mean, properly understood? What are its implications in regard to our humility, our wonder, our worship, and our obedience? If, as Proverbs 9:10 tells us, "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom," then how do we enter into that mystery?
St. Cyprian of Carthage on Love of God and Neighbor - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 16:31 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBAs Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage's remarks on the Lord's Prayer, they look at what he has to say about love of God and neighbor. St. Cyprian speaks of the need "to love God with all one's heart; to love Him in that He is a Father; (and) to fear Him in that He is God," but what is that supposed to look like in our everyday lives? Marcus and JonMarc explore what St. Cyprian says about this challenging aspect of what it means to live in God's will.
St. Cyprian of Carthage on Willingness to Suffer - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 16:16 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBMarcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their series on St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer by looking at one of the most difficult aspects of what it means to pray the seemingly simple phrase, "thy will be done." It can be manageable to live that principle when it comes to obeying directives from God, or changing negative behaviors; but what are we supposed to do when it comes to applying that principle to accepting the harm that others intend for us? Are we supposed to be do...
St. Cyprian of Carthage on Moral Discipline - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 15:46 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBAs Marcus and JonMarc make their way through St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer, they look at what he has to say about the importance of maintaining control over our bodily passions.As human beings, what we do with our bodies has implications for our souls. St. Cyprian reminds us that our bodies express the disposition of our souls when it comes to lust, gluttony and sloth, but also in regard to faith, hope and charity.
St. Cyprian of Carthage on Justice and Mercy – Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 15:23 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBMarcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage’s treatise on the Lord’s Prayer, this time around focusing on what St. Cyprian has to say about the relationship between justice and mercy. To focus on justice to the exclusion of mercy leads to legalism; to focus on mercy to the exclusion of justice leads to license. St. Cyprian reminds us that in order to balance these goods, we must seek to do the will of God, who is both infinitely just, and infinitely merciful.
St. Cyprian of Carthage on Prudence and Self Control - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 15:08 - 28 minutes - 26 MBMarcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage’s treatise on the Lord’s Prayer, they look at the way St. Cyprian talks about moderation and self control in the spiritual life. What is the relationship between our will and our passions? How do we avoid the complacency that leads us to let our guard down in regard to sin? How do we tame the tongue? Marcus and JonMarc dig into what St. Cyprian has to say about employing the virtue of prudence in our walk as Christians.
St. Cyprian of Carthage on Humility in the Lord's Prayer - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 14:54 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBIn this episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue to look at St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer. This time around, they look at the way that the "Our Father" calls us to have the humility to conform our will to the will of God, and Marcus specifically discusses how he understands this concept differently now as a Catholic than he did in his years as a Presbyterian pastor.
Going Deep in Christ with St. Cyprian of Carthage - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 16, 2020 14:21 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBTaking a slightly different approach to Scripture study, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look at the Lord's Prayer through the eyes of St. Cyprian of Carthage, a 3rd century bishop and martyr. Focusing specifically on the phrase "Thy will be done," Marcus and JonMarc unpack St. Cyprian's wisdom when it comes to understanding how to live in the will of God. ***** From a treatise on the Lord’s Prayer by Saint Cyprian, bishop and martyr (Office of Readings, Twelfth week of Ordinary Time, Wednesday)...
Facing Difficulties with an Eye Toward Heaven - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
June 11, 2020 19:06 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBAs our nation and world continue to be faced with disease, injustice, and unrest, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look at some passages from Scripture that model for us what it means to trust Christ in the midst of difficulty. St. Paul in particular speaks strongly to what it means to prefer union with Christ even more than our mortal lives. And it is Our Lord himself who tells us that the treasure of heaven is greater than any good we could ever receive in this life. Marcus and JonMarc discuss how...
Remaining in Christ While Waiting for the Sacraments - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
June 04, 2020 17:49 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn many parts of the country, people are beginning to return to Mass, but some regions remain under restrictions put in place due to COVID-19. Looking at the Last Supper discourses from Jesus in John 14 and 15, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi discuss how Catholics can remain in Christ while they wait to return to regular participation in the sacraments. We must avoid the extreme that says we cannot know Christ unless we receive the sacraments, but also the error that says we don't need the sacramen...
Jude 17-23, Psalm 57, and Faithfulness in Times of Distress - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
May 21, 2020 15:30 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this "Memorable Verses" take on Deep in Scripture, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi take a Biblical approach to some of the difficulties that many of us are facing as we all continue to navigate the problems raised by COVID-19. Marcus and JonMarc look at passages from St. Paul, St. James, St. Jude and the Psalms for advice about how to live as faithful witnesses in times of crisis.
Reflecting on COVID-19 in Light of Scripture
May 14, 2020 18:39 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBIn a special episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi shares some verses from the Bible to help us put the COVID-19 crisis in perspective. Marcus looks at what St. Paul, St. James and others had to say about steadfastness in times of persecution, and also reflects on how this time of quarantine has affected the way we approach our work with people who are interested in the Catholic Church.
God is in Control: Romans 8:28 and Matthew 8:23-27 - Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson
May 07, 2020 18:46 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBAs we continue to deal with the challenges that have come about due to COVID-19 and its effects, Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson look at some passages that show forth God's providence and peace in the midst of uncertainty. Looking at Paul's hopeful remarks in chapter 8 of his Epistle to the Romans, as well as Matthew's account of Jesus calming a storm at sea, Marcus and Jim share how Scripture has been a source of strength for them in these uncertain times. "We know that in everything God wor...
Wrapping up the Epistle of St. James - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
April 16, 2020 16:44 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBMarcus Grodi and Ken Hensley conclude their study of the Epistle of St. James by giving a larger look at the perspective on trials and priorities that we hear about in this rich letter from the New Testament. After recalling the opening verses of James, which focus on perseverance in the face of testing, Marcus and Ken look at the ways in which the COVID-19 pandemic provides a fresh opportunity to revisit how James reminds us of what's truly important in the sight of God, and why the call t...
What Does it Mean to Ask for Wisdom? James 1:5-8 - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
February 27, 2020 20:05 - 1 hour - 62 MBMarcus Grodi and Ken Hensley continue their series on the Epistle of St. James from their perspective as former Protestant pastors. They look specifically at James 1:5-8, and what it means to ask for wisdom from God. Why is it that so many pastors, of varying denominations, ask for such wisdom, but come up with so many varying conclusions as to how to interpret the Scriptures? Marcus and Ken share their experience, and why they eventually came to the conclusion that there was an authoritativ...
James 1:2-4 and Rejoicing in Trials - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
February 20, 2020 16:36 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBThe Epistle of St. James begins with a puzzling statement: "Count it all joy, my brethren, when you meet various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness." What are we to make of the idea that we should be happy in the midst of trials? Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley look at the historical context and the audience to which St. James was writing, and try to get to the heart of what is being said in this complex and mysterious New Testament epistle.
Introducing the Epistle of St. James - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
February 13, 2020 21:13 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBOn the latest episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley tackle the Epistle of St. James, beginning by sharing what each of them thought of James as former Protestant ministers, and taking a look at what they think are some of the most controversial passages in the letter that cause some Protestants to balk at the idea of studying St. James.
Two Former Reformed Ministers Look at the Epistle of James - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
February 06, 2020 20:40 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBMarcus Grodi and Ken Hensley were both Reformed pastors who used to rely heavily upon Martin Luther, and like Luther, they weren't always sure exactly what to do with the Epistle of St. James, which to Luther's dismay, somehow made its way into the New Testament. On this episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus and Ken share how grappling with the Epistle of St. James was part of what led them from Reformed Theology to the Catholic Church.
Acts 11:1-3, Romans 5:11 and Christian Unity - Marcus Grodi and Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson
January 24, 2020 11:03 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBMarcus Grodi welcomes Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson, a former Episcopal bishop and the first head of the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter, to discuss the importance of Christian unity. They reflect on their own experiences as Protestant ministers, and what they used to think about the idea of Christian unity, and look at passages from Acts of the Apostles and St. Paul's letter to the Romans to unpack the Scriptural mandate for Christian unity.
From the Archives: Preparing for Christmas, Philippians 3:2-17 - Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson
December 19, 2019 21:01 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MBAs the season of Advent draws to a close and Christmas approaches, there are all kinds of distractions that would take our eyes off of the true meaning of the incarnation of Christ. In this Deep in Scripture episode, which originally aired in 2006, Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson reflect on St. Paul's words in Philippians 3:2-17, and what it means to look past all the distractions of the present moment, and toward Christ above all things.
Understanding Apocalyptic Prophecy in the Bible - Marcus Grodi and Steve Wood
December 12, 2019 19:57 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBScripture is full of references to the second coming of Jesus, the last judgment, and the final destruction of Satan. Over the years, many Christians have tried to interpret these passages to do all sorts of things: predict the date of Christ's return, determine the identity of the antichrist, and more. But those efforts are relatively recent in Christian history, appearing over the past few hundred years. So how did the earliest Christians interpret them? Marcus Grodi and Steve Wood dig int...
Philippians 4:4-7 and the True Meaning of Thanksgiving - Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson
November 27, 2019 17:25 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBMany lament that the materialism that pervades Advent distracts from the true meaning of Christmas. But what about Thanksgiving, which has been overtaken by gluttony, sloth, and trampling our neighbors for the best sale price on the latest gadget? In this special Day-Before-Thanksgiving edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson look at Philippians 4:4-7, and what it truly means to rejoice in the Lord, and show gratitude for every good gift that comes from Him."Rejoice in th...
Keeping Our Kids Catholic, Part 2: Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
November 07, 2019 20:08 - 42 minutes - 59 MBIn part 2 of our special 2-part series on Keeping Our Kids Catholic, Marcus and his son JonMarc Grodi continue to unpack 7 practical things that parents can do to help give their children a solid foundation in the Church that will last them a lifetime. How do we not only help our children who have strayed from their Catholic faith return to the Church, but also create a family environment where faith is instilled in such a way that our children never leave it behind in the first place? "Tra...
Keeping Our Kids Catholic, Part 1: Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
October 30, 2019 19:37 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBOne of the most common concerns our members raise with us at The Coming Home Network is the question of not only how to help our children who have strayed from their Catholic faith return to the Church, but how to create a family environment where faith is instilled in such a way that our children never leave it behind in the first place. In this episode, Marcus and his son JonMarc Grodi begin to unpack 7 practical things that parents can do to help give their children a solid foundation in ...
The Rich Young Ruler and Responding to Grace - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
October 25, 2019 10:44 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBFresh off their recent pilgrimage to Italy, and with the recent canonization of St. John Henry Cardinal Newman, Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley reflect on the mystery of grace, and why some people respond, and some don't. Looking at the particular case of the Rich Young Ruler, which appears in three Gospels, they unpack the question of how Jesus challenges us all in ways unique to our specific state of life, and the urgent need to respond to God's grace.
Gratitude, Joy and the Hope of the Resurrection: Phil 4:7 and I Thess 4:16-17 - Marcus Grodi and Seth Paine
September 26, 2019 18:58 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBGod is in control, even if we can't see it. God will redeem all of our troubles and trials, even if it's hard for us to conceive at the moment. On the latest Deep in Scripture episode, Marcus Grodi and Seth Paine look at a couple of passages from the writings of St. Paul that remind us that Jesus Christ is the Lord of our history, our present, and our future, and that if we truly rely on him, we will find the peace that we long for. "And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, wil...
Colossians 1:24, Romans 15:13, and Hope in the Midst of Suffering – Marcus Grodi and Don Smith
September 19, 2019 20:33 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBOn this “Memorable Verses” edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi welcomes former nondenominational pastor Don Smith to talk about the meaning of redemptive suffering, and how God calls us to hope, regardless to our circumstances. As St. Paul tells both the Colossians and the Romans, suffering is unavoidable; but in the midst of it, if we trust the cross, hope will ultimately prevail. “Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I complete what is lacking in Christ’s a...
Philippians 2, Hebrews 11, and Following Examples of Faith - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
September 12, 2019 19:51 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBOn the latest "Memorable Verses" edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley look at St. Paul's letter to the Philippians and his thoughts on imitating Christ, and the famous "hall of faith" in Hebrews 11. We are called to imitate Christ, but in addition to Jesus, we have other models of faith and obedience in the patriarchs and prophets of God that followed His will before even realizing the promise of the incarnation.
I Timothy 3:15, Ephesians 2:8-9, and the Catholic "Both/And" - Marcus Grodi and Matt D'Antuono
September 05, 2019 19:28 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBMarcus Grodi continues his "Memorable Verses" series of Deep in Scripture by welcoming Matt D'Antuono, whose work appears regularly at the National Catholic Register. On this episode, they look at I Timothy 3:15 and Ephesians 2:8-9. It's a great answer to some of the false dichotomies that exist in certain theological circles; faith cannot be separated from works, nor can Scripture be separated from the Church."(I)f I am delayed, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, ...
Philippians 2:3, Isaiah 40:31, and Persevering in Humility - Marcus Grodi and Matt Swaim
August 29, 2019 17:09 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBOn the latest "Memorable Verses" edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Matt Swaim look at the importance of humility in the spiritual life, not only for keeping harmony with our neighbors, but also for staying in relationship with Christ. Jesus gives us the example of humility, as St. Paul tells us in his letter to the Philippians; and as Isaiah tells us, sometimes that humility means waiting upon the Lord rather than advancing our own agendas.
Matthew 24:44, Psalm 119:11, and Staying in God's Word - Marcus Grodi and Dr. John Bergsma
August 22, 2019 19:32 - 30 minutes - 28 MBMarcus Grodi continues his "Memorable Verses" series with Dr. John Bergsma, looking at the teachings of Jesus about the end of the world, and the importance of staying connected to God's word, no matter what the future holds. When we see trouble in the world, or even trouble in the Church, we should not despair that God is no longer in control; we should rather trust more radically in the promises of His word, that he will be a source of strength for us. "Therefore you also must be ready; f...
Matthew 6:33, Philippians 4:19, and God's Kingdom of Providence - Marcus Grodi and TL Putnam
August 01, 2019 20:22 - 39 minutes - 54 MBTL Putnam, host of Outside the Walls, joins Marcus Grodi to look at a couple more "Memorable Verses" from the Scriptures, specifically addressing the questions of providence and priority. They look at Jesus' call to seek first the Kingdom of God in Matthew 6:33, and Paul's testimony to God's providence in Philippians 4:19 as ways to understand that when we put God first and foremost in our lives, he provides for us in ways we could never imagine.
John 15:4-5, I John 4:7-8 and Abiding in God's Love - Marcus Grodi and Seth Paine
July 25, 2019 18:55 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn the latest Memorable Verses edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Seth Paine look at what the Scriptures have to say about what it means to abide in Christ, and specifically how loving one another helps us to abide in Christ. Reflecting on one passage from John's Gospel, and one from his first Epistle, they dig into how God's love empowers us not only to remain in him, but also to share that love with others. Seth even sings his verse, so be listening for that!"Abide in me as I a...
Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 1:20 and Preaching the Gospel - Marcus Grodi and Jeff Cavins
July 18, 2019 15:39 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBMarcus Grodi continues his "Memorable Verses" series with Jeff Cavins, founder of the Great Adventure Bible Timeline. They look at the Great Commission, as well as St. Paul's exploration of how God reveals himself through creation, and talk about what those two passages tell us about how we're supposed to share our Catholic faith. They dig into natural law, faith, and reason, and touch a lot of interesting bases along the way!“Ever since the creation of the world his invisible nature, namely...
John 3:30, Psalm 16:11 and Fulness of Joy - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
July 10, 2019 20:26 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBMarcus Grodi continues the theme of "Memorable Verses" with Ken Hensley, who works in pastoral care for The Coming Home Network. This time around, they select from John the Baptist and King David, and look at how both of these men attracted acclaim in the eyes of men, but both ultimately realized that to find true fulfillment, they needed to remind themselves that it is God who gives all good things, and He Himself is the one who can fulfill us. "He must increase, but I must decrease." John...
Psalm 4:4 and 37:4 - Anger, Peace, and Delighting in the Lord - Marcus Grodi and Sonja Corbitt
July 03, 2019 15:31 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBOn the latest "Memorable Verses" edition of the Deep in Scripture podcast, Marcus Grodi and Catholic Bible study author Sonja Corbitt talk about two verses from the Psalms that are crucial to understanding how to live in relationship with God. Marcus shares how delighting in the Lord is the way to find true fulfillment, and Sonja talks about how being obsessed with anger distracts us from our true purpose as children of God. Sonja Corbitt is online at biblestudyevangelista.com. "Delight yo...
Memorable Verses - 2 Corinthians 5:17 and 1 Timothy 2:5-6 - Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson
June 26, 2019 18:30 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBOn this "Memorable Verses" episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson look at St. Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 5:17 about being a new creation in Christ, and also his teaching in I Timothy 2:5-6, which talks about Jesus being the mediator between God and man who gives himself as a ransom for all. Marcus and Jim discuss how Christ's saving work on the cross, which was offered for all, is the means by which we have the opportunity to become a new creation in Him. "Therefore,...
Memorable Verses: Proverbs 3:5-6 and Galatians 5:22-23 - Marcus Grodi and Matt Swaim
June 11, 2019 19:36 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBIn a new series of Deep in Scripture episodes, Marcus Grodi begins a focus on "memorable verses," ones that many Christians have memorized and Catholics would do well to commit to memory. In this first episode, Marcus and Matt Swaim discuss Proverbs 3:5-6, on trusting the Lord, and Galatians 5:22-23 on the fruits of the Spirit, and share why those two passages are significant to reflect upon when it comes to growing in a relationship with God. "Trust in the Lordwith all your heart and lean ...
What Lenses Do We Bring to Our Reading of Scripture? - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
May 30, 2019 18:30 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBAs pastors, Marcus Grodi (Presbyterian) and Ken Hensley (Baptist) saw the Bible as their ultimate authority when it came to teaching the truths of the faith. However, the more each of them preached from the Scriptures, the more it became apparent to them that they were bringing their own prejudices, experiences, and denominational influences to the texts. And if the Bible wasn't a self-interpreting document, then what was the correct interpretation? Those questions and doubts led Ken and Mar...
Persevering Together in Faith (Hebrews 10:19-25) - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
May 15, 2019 20:48 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBAfter the initial joy of the Easter season begins to die down, how do we sustain the joy and strength necessary to continue in our walk with Christ? On this episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look at Hebrews 10:19-25, which contains not only a call to persevere in the faith, but also a road map of how to do so. In that, the writer of Hebrews emphasizes the importance of community; that no Christian is ever meant to go it alone. We are not merely called to follow Jesus as ...
Which Church Passes the Test of Antiquity? - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
May 01, 2019 14:23 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MBWith so many Christian denominations out there, how can a follower of Jesus know that they're a part of a congregation that has a historic claim to uphold the teachings of Jesus? Does it matter for a Christian to be connected to his or her own religious forbears, or are we meant to figure it out for ourselves in every generation? In this Deep in History podcast, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look at the conversion of Cornelius in Acts 10, and the thought of John Henry Newman, in regard to how the...
Embracing Holy Week Observances as a Catholic Convert - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
April 15, 2019 18:43 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBFor many who come from other Christian backgrounds, the Catholic practices that surround Holy Week can seem foreign, or even excessive. Some things, such as foot washing on Holy Thursday, are widely practiced by Christians. But the idea of venerating the cross, the fasting and silence, and the notion of a vigil on Holy Saturday to welcome Easter, can seem odd those who come from non-liturgical Christianity. Marcus and JonMarc Grodi reflect on coming to love these traditions as former Presbyt...
The Catechism on 5 Sins Against the Love of God - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
April 04, 2019 19:26 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MBWhat does it mean to sin against the love of God? We may not worship the false pagan gods that were popular in the early days of Israel, but our affections are pulled in a number of different directions if we don't take care to keep our focus on God. In paragraph 2094, the Catechism of the Catholic Church lists five sins against the love of God: indifference, ingratitude, lukewarmness, acedia and hatred of God. Marcus and JonMarc Grodi unpack these five sins and look at practical ways to com...
Philippians 4:11 and Godliness with Contentment, Part II – Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
March 21, 2019 15:05 - 45 minutes - 62 MBMarcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their discussion of St. Paul's wise counsel on how to seek godliness with contentment. In Part I of this discussion, they looked at Paul's joyful exhortation to the Philippians, and began to unpack a list of ten "ingredients" for spiritual fulfillment. This time around, they look at more practical ways to remember God's blessings in everyday life, and share the joy of our Catholic faith with all whom we encounter.
Philippians 4:11 and Godliness with Contentment - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
March 14, 2019 19:58 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBPhilippians 4 contains one of the most robust calls to joy in all of Scripture. And yet when Paul writes in Philippians 4:11 that he has learned the secret of being content in every situation, he's saying so from inside a prison cell. How was St. Paul able to find joy and rest and contentment in the Lord, regardless of what life threw at him? And how can we, in our day and age, rest in Christ in a world that seems to be falling apart around us? Marcus and JonMarc look at some simple ways to ...
I Timothy 6:2-12 and Spiritual Humility, Part II - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
March 07, 2019 20:20 - 49 minutes - 67.3 MBContinuing on the theme of spiritual humility, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look more at St. Paul’s first letter to Timothy, and the advice Paul gives regarding pride and the sins connected with it. A desire for controversy leads to an air of superiority, and blinds us not only to the truth, but also to our own faults. Paul knew that this kind of pride was a major temptation in his time, and is certainly pervasive in our own time. Marcus and JonMarc dig into St. Paul's advice to Timothy on spiri...
I Timothy 6:2-12 and Spiritual Humility - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
February 28, 2019 21:57 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBIn St. Paul's first letter to Timothy, he gives a number of wise instructions about how Timothy should conduct himself as a spiritual leader, and how to avoid temptations that will derail not only his ministry, but his relationship with God. Love of money, an unhealthy interest in controversies, and a conceited heart -- all these things bring focus on the self instead of God, and replace humility with the sin of pride. But, as Paul reminds Timothy in the face of all these temptations, "Godli...
St. Paul and the Challenge to Love - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
February 21, 2019 21:36 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBThere is a major difference between the contemporary secular concept of love, and the way that love is presented in the Scriptures. Especially in chapter 13 of St. Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, there is a sacrificial quality of love, which requires the exercise of will rather than a reliance upon emotional whims. Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look at the Christian call to true charity, and how Jesus is our ultimate example of a love that is willing to risk everything for the good of the...