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Throwback Episode: Why Wear a Crucifix?
Why do Catholics wear crucifixes? Jeff explains the difference between a cross and a crucifix and...
Throwback Episode: Humility Is a Powerful Virtue
We have a throwback episode for this week! Humility is often misunderstood as weakness, but it is...
Time Flies, Eternity Waits
Are you truly making the most of the time God has given you? Jeff shares three simple ways to...
Influencers and a New Stage of History
Who is influencing you? Jeff challenges us to examine who and what is influencing our thoughts,...
Throwback Episode: What Do You Do in Adoration?
Jeff is traveling overseas and will be taking a break from recording this week and next week! In...
Throwback Episode: 5 Obstacles to Grace
Jeff is traveling overseas and will be taking a break from recording this week and next week! In...
Throwback Episode: Raising Warriors for God
Jeff is traveling overseas and will be taking a break from recording this week and next week! In...
10 Things to Know About the Catholic View of Scripture
Why does the Catholic Church have 73 books in the Bible, and how should Catholics read and...
Catholicism: How to Explain It
How do you explain the Catholic faith to someone who asks, "Why are you Catholic?" For many...
Throwback Episode: If You Could Do One Thing
Jeff will be back next week with a new episode! In the meantime, enjoy this throwback episode! Do...
Can a Hardened Heart Be Healed?
Could your heart be growing hard without you even realizing it? Jeff explores the biblical meaning...
Life Well Lived
What does a life well lived look like? Jeff reflects on what it means to truly live the good life...
The Key to Reading the Bible
Have you ever started reading the Bible only to get lost somewhere between Genesis and Leviticus?...
When Jesus Asks Questions
Jeff continues his discussion of Jesus the teacher, focusing on how Jesus creatively used...
Jesus Is the Model Teacher
What made Jesus the greatest teacher the world has ever known?Jeff reflects on Jesus as the model...
Parishes Looking For Lost Sheep
Jesus calls every parishioner to seek out the “lost sheep” in their lives with compassion,...
Pay Attention to What’s in Front of You
It is easy to spend our lives distracted by everything except the mission God has given to us....
Eating and Exercising in the Spiritual Life
Spiritual growth is like eating and exercising: taking in truth is essential, but transformation...
I Forgive Who You Forgive
How do we forgive the people who have hurt our loved ones? Drawing from Second Corinthians and...
Lay Ministry: Passion vs. Romantic Notion
How do you know if something is truly your calling or just a compelling idea? Jeff explores how to...
Praying “In” God’s Word
When you pray with Scripture, you are not guessing what God wants, you are praying from the very...
What Is Sin and How to Overcome It
Are you able to recognize sin in your life? Drawing from Sacred Scripture, the wisdom of the...
Who Missed Easter?
As the Church gets ready to celebrate Easter, Jeff calls us to remember those who are...
5 Benefits of Memorizing Scripture
Have you tried memorizing Scripture? Jeff invites us to commit God’s Word to memory—to hide God’s...
This One Perspective Will Change Your Life
Shifting from observer to participant in Christ’s life changes everything about how we live,...
Throwback Episode: One Hour Can Change Everything
Jeff will be back next week with a new episode! In the meantime, enjoy this popular episode from...
Trading TV for Bible Knowledge
Are we spending more time keeping up with the latest shows and headlines than we are with the Word...
How a Man Battles Cancer (with Matthew James Christoff)
When you hear the word cancer, everything changes. Matthew James Christoff joins Jeff to share his...
Girls to Women: Choosing a Wife
Far from being a simple checklist, Proverbs 31 reveals a woman shaped by covenantal...
Boys to Men: Choosing a Husband
Choosing your spouse is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Drawing from Psalm 1...
What to Do When You Can’t Sleep
What do you do when you just can’t sleep? Jeff tackles insomnia from a Biblical and spiritual...
How Jesus Completes the Old Testament
Jesus doesn’t discard the Old Testament—He fulfills it. Jeff walks us through Matthew chapters 3...
How Matthew Connects the Old Testament Dots
What if the Gospel of Matthew is quietly connecting dots you’ve never noticed before? Jeff...
Why Bible Genealogies Are Interesting
Far from being filler, Matthew’s opening genealogy is rich with meaning. Jeff explains how the...
The Unique Gospel of Matthew
What makes the Gospel of Matthew different from the other Gospels? Jeff delves into the unique...
A Healthy Year in Review
What did God do in your life in 2025? Before rushing into the new year, Jeff encourages us to...
The Problem of Sleeplessness
Why do so many people struggle to sleep, even when they’re exhausted? Jeff explores the problem of...
Opening Lines For Evangelization
How do you share the Gospel without making it awkward? As Christmas draws near, Jeff shares...
Repentance Is Taking Care of Your Soul
Far from being negative or shame-filled, repentance is a deeply hopeful reorientation toward God....
When the Turkey Is Gone — The Leftovers
The turkey may be gone, but the spiritual leftovers can linger. Jeff breaks open the two struggles...
Do You Play the Comparison Game?
Do you tend to compare yourself to other people? Jeff explores how the habit of comparing...
Wisdom for Catholic Entrepreneurs (Part 2)
Don’t let comparison kill your calling. In part two of this series for Catholic entrepreneurs,...
Wisdom For Catholic Entrepreneurs (Part 1)
Are you a Catholic entrepreneur seeking to make a difference in the world? In this first part of a...
Dealing with Shame in Your Life
Shame can quietly take root in our hearts—dictating how we see ourselves, how we live, and even...
What Do You Smell Like to God
Have you ever thought about what your life smells like to God? Jeff Cavins explores the surprising...
10 Ways to Use Your Smartphone
Can a smartphone help you grow in holiness? Jeff shares 10 practical ways to transform your device...
James Offers Guidance to Young Leaders
The Bible provides timeless wisdom and guidance for young leaders. Jeff Cavins draws from the...
Two Bible Verses & A Song Before Confession
How do you prepare for confession? Jeff shares a unique approach to get our hearts ready to...
Humility Is a Powerful Virtue
Humility is often misunderstood as weakness, but it is actually a strength that opens the door to...
10 Things to Know About the Pope
Jeff delves into the role of the Pope, discussing 10 crucial aspects every Catholic should know....
Scripture at the Turning Point
Our lives are marked by turning points. Jeff discusses significant turning points in life, both...
10 Things to Know About the Catholic Church
What sets the Catholic Church apart? Jeff shares 10 unique facts about the Catholic Church. Email...
The Annunciation School Tragedy
Jeff offers his reflections and words of encouragement following the recent school shooting at...
The Land of Israel: A Picture of Your Life
The land of Israel is truly unique. Jeff explores the profound connections between the geography...
When Your Children Have Left the Church
Has your child left the Church? Don't despair. Jeff shares personal stories, practical advice, and...
Confession: Cleaning the Soul Within
Confession clears out the burdens of past sins and moves us toward a path of freedom and healing....
Why Wear a Crucifix?
Why do Catholics wear crucifixes? Jeff explains the difference between a cross and a crucifix and...
3 Ways to Jumpstart Your Life
Are you just going through the motions in life? Jeff discusses three key ways to jumpstart your...
Developing Unshakeable Resolve
Do you have the dedication to follow through on your goals? Jeff delves into the concept of...
Practical Tips for When You Suffer
How do we navigate suffering in this life? Jeff tackles the challenging topic of suffering,...
Don’t Be a Mean Christian
What kind of Christian are you? In this episode, Jeff Cavins challenges us to break free from the...
Hospitality That Touches the Heart
How can you be the hands and feet of Christ through your hospitality? Jeff shares an important...
Opportunities to Witness
What's holding you back from sharing Christ with others? With real-life examples and practical...
Christ in You: A Change in Perspective
Are you aware that Christ lives within you? Jeff discusses the importance of shifting our...
Saints: The Spiritual Mutual Fund (Part 2)
The saints are always eager to intercede for us, for they understand the struggles we experience...
Saints: The Spiritual Mutual Fund (Part 1)
Do you have a relationships with the saints? In this two-part series, Jeff fouses on the concept...
The Hour of Love
What does real love look like? Jeff explores Pope Leo XIV's inaugural message that emphasizes the...
White Smoke And Your Future
What can we expect from Pope Leo XIV? Jeff Cavins discusses the recent election of Pope Leo XIV,...
Habemus Papam: Pope Leo XIV
Habemus Papam! Jeff celebrates the historic announcement of Pope Leo XIV, the first Pope from the...
The Papacy in the Bible: Jesus Is the Master Builder
Is the Papacy in the Bible? Jeff delves into Matthew 16 and Isaiah 22 to explain the foundations...
Pope Francis: His Place in History
Jeff discusses Pope Francis's remarkable impact and his place in Church history, especially in...
Your Easter Eulogy
If we have been crucified with Christ, we can confidently hope that we will also rise with Him....
Do You Have a Plan for Living (Part 3)
Does the internet dictate your life? Jeff concludes his conversation about having a plan for...
Do You Have a Plan for Living? (Part 2)
Without a plan for life, we often chase superficial things that don't fulfill our hearts. Jeff...
Do You Have a Plan for Living?
Are you navigating life with a clear sense of direction, or are you simply reacting to the world...
Moaning and Groaning in Lent
Do you find yourself complaining often? Jeff connects the Israelites' 40 years in the wilderness,...
Embracing Fruitful Inconveniences
Small acts of kindness can have a profound impact on others. Jeff reflects on the power of small...
The Impatient Sandwich: A Response to Frustration
Do you find it hard to be patient? Jeff discusses how hope and prayer are essential in developing...
Memento Mori: Remember Your Death
What happens in the final moments of our lives? Jeff shares his personal experience as he faces...
Should Catholics Attend Protestant Bible Studies? (Part 2)
How do we study and interpret Scripture? Jeff explains the different senses of scripture—literal...
Should Catholics Attend Protestant Bible Studies? (Part 1)
Are you considering joining a Protestant Bible study? Drawing from his experience as a former...
Stop Procrastinating Spiritual Growth
Every day, God gives us an opportunity to grow in our relationship with him. Jeff Cavins...
The Value of Suffering
Suffering is a universal human experience that is difficult to embrace. Jeff Cavins explores how...
Rising from the Ashes: Encouragement for LA Friends
How do we rebuild when we experience devastation? Drawing lessons from the Biblical story of the...
Thoughts about the LA Fires
How do we respond to tragedy? Jeff delves into the devastating LA fires and focuses on the role of...
Becoming Jesus on the Plane (An Evangelization Story)
Opportunities to evangelize can be found anywhere, even on an airplane. Jeff Cavins describes a...
Encouraged by the Word of God
As we begin the new year, Jeff emphasizes the power of God's Word to provide insight, healing, and...
Christmas Greeting from Jeff
Merry Christmas! Jeff shares a special Christmas message. Email us with comments or questions at...
Living in the Moment
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the busyness of the holiday season? Jeff emphasizes the importance...
Becoming What You Eat
What we eat physically impacts our health, and what we consume spiritually influences our souls....
How the Liturgical Year Works
Why does the Catholic Church have a liturgical year? Jeff explores the significance of the...
A Life of Thankfulness
Gratitude helps us shift our focus from our troubles to the blessings God has provided. Jeff...
Evangelization Stories #1: The Car & The Ice Storm
We are all called to be activated disciples of Jesus Christ! But what does that mean? Where do we...
He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother
We are all brothers and sisters in the family of the Church. We are one. Jeff Cavins encourages us...
Praying For Our Leaders
What can we do to make a difference in our political climate? Jeff Cavins points to scripture as...
What the Lord Requires of You
Amidst the business of life, what does God require of us? Jeff Cavins looks to scripture to help...
Jesus and Radical Individualism (Rerun)
Is truth something that we each get to decide for ourselves? In this rerun episode, Jeff Cavins...
A Tribute to My Father
This episode is a tribute to Jeff Cavins’ late father, Robert E. Cavins, after his passing this...
10 Ways To Refuel Your Optimism (Rerun)
This episode is a rerun from October 2020 with a message that remains relevant today. It can be...
Avoiding Burnout
Burnout is an unfortunate reality for many of us. Jeff Cavins sheds light on what we can do when...
We Need a Revival!
Our world is afflicted by conflict and suffering today. And where is the voice of the Church? Jeff...
How to Read the Bible
Do you know how to read the Bible? The Bible can be very intimidating and for many, it isn’t...
How to Cast a Fishing Net
Did you know that you are in possession of a fishing net? Using Scripture, Jeff Cavins explains...
Thoughts While Mowing the Lawn
Do you like mowing the lawn? Jeff Cavins does! In this episode, Jeff Cavins not only describes the...
Jesus, The Master Communicator (Part 2)
Is it challenging for you to start up a conversation with someone? It can take a lot of courage...
Jesus, the Master Communicator (Part 1)
How did Jesus teach? What was his style? It is very important for us to understand what Jesus...
If You Could Do One Thing
Do you have a plan for spiritual growth? It is essential in the spiritual life that we do not...
Seven Gifts for Your Friends
Are you a gift giver? Whether you enjoy giving gifts or not, every Catholic has many gifts to...
When Trauma Comes to Your Home
How do you respond when trauma enters your life? How does God desire us to respond in times of...
The Seeds of Indianapolis
You listen to Catholic podcasts. You go to conferences and retreats. You attend Bible studies at...
Your Questions and My Answers (Part 3)
Do you have some tips for moving on after forgiving someone? What is your method for highlighting...
Cross That Bridge When We Get There
Is the sign of the cross simply the intro and outro of prayer? Or, is it something more than that?...
Forgive and Forgiven: Dealing with Standoffs
Is it challenging for you to ask for forgiveness? Perhaps, it is even more difficult to offer...
Lourdes: An Invitation to Healing
What do you know about Our Lady of Lourdes or St. Bernadette Soubirous? Jeff Cavins shares about...
Lying Is Plastic
Are you a reliable person? Are you someone that people trust to always tell the truth? Speaking...
Why Women Carry a Purse
Have you ever wondered why some women carry a purse? What is that they keep in their purse? Out of...
Whispers of Mary (with Gayle Somers)
Do you know the role that women have played throughout Salvation History? There are many stories...
I Need to Make a Decision
Life is full of decisions. Each day, an individual makes countless decisions both big and small....
Thinking Out of the Tabernacle
Are we called to “market” the faith? Or, is evangelization more about the simple and direct...
Is Your Life Too Complex?
How busy is your life? How many different “priorities” are vying for your attention? Life can be...
The Triple Crown of Virtues
Whatever happened to virtue? Sometimes it can seem like our world is greatly lacking in virtue....
7 Responses to Feeling Imprisoned
Have you ever felt imprisoned? There are many types of “prisons” people may experience such as...
Responding to Unrest
Do you feel the weight of anxiety or uncertainty when you watch the news these days? How should we...
How I Have Changed
Jeff Cavins concludes his testimonial series by sharing just how much remaining in the Church has...
How I Came Back to the Catholic Church
Jeff Cavins continues to share his testimony of how he left the Catholic Church, but eventually...
How I Left the Catholic Church
Every person has a different life story, a unique faith journey. Jeff Cavins begins this three...
Good Suffering and Friday
Is there such a thing as good suffering? On this Good Friday, Jeff Cavins discusses the real...
Living the Liturgical Calendar
Most people live by a calendar, but what about the liturgical calendar? The Catholic Church...
Your Questions and My Answers (Part 2)
My children have left the Church, what advice do you have? What kind of guitars do you own? These...
A Review of the “Cabrini” Movie
A new movie is coming to theaters this weekend and Jeff Cavins offers his review of it. The movie...
Why Prison Ministry Is Life Changing (SEEK24 with Mike Gormley – Part 2)
This is part 2 of a special episode of The Jeff Cavins Show recorded at the SEEK24 conference....
Identity and Evangelization (SEEK24 with Mike Gormley – Part 1)
This special episode of The Jeff Cavins Show was recorded at the SEEK24 conference this past...
Eating with Sinners
How do you talk to people about Jesus? Perhaps, you have heard stories of people sharing the...
Your Questions and My Answers (Part 1)
What Bible study should I do? I finished the Bible in a Year, what’s next? Jeff, why did you leave...
Restoring the Bruised Reed
Are you feeling down or brokenhearted? There are times in life that can be incredibly difficult....
Lying and Hiding the Truth Prudently
Is it always wrong to lie? Why is the truth so important? Jeff Cavins addresses these questions in...
Jesus Is No Olympian
Zeus, Poseidon, Aphrodite...perhaps, you are familiar with these names as they are three of the...
Be Specific – A Key for Spiritual Growth (Books and Sacraments)
If you want to grow spiritually, you really have to focus on some specific areas and go for it. In...
Be Specific – A Key for Spiritual Growth (Virtues and Family)
How can you grow more in virtue? How can you be a better parent, spouse, or friend? Jeff Cavins...
Be Specific – A Key for Spiritual Growth (Bible & Prayer)
Are you ready to learn the fine art of being specific? Being specific is more important than you...
Don’t Lose Your Joy (Part 2)
Life has its challenges, but can we still have joy even when we are suffering? Yes! Using...
Don’t Lose Your Joy (Part 1)
Do you have joy? Without joy, the challenges of life can seem even more difficult. Jeff Cavins...
Your God Is Too Small
Is God big or small in your life? What does it mean for God to be big in your life? Jeff Cavins...
The Seating Arrangement at the Last Supper
Have you ever wondered what the seating arrangement at the Last Supper looked like? There is...
Forgiving When You Don’t Feel Like It
Forgiveness is difficult. For many people, it is tempting to hold onto grudges and anger they have...
Marks of the True Christian (Part 2)
Is it easy to live the Christian life? Definitely not! Is it worth it? Absolutely! Jeff Cavins...
Marks of the True Christian (Part 1)
What does it mean to be a true Christian? What do I need to do in order to live a Christian life?...
Important Content for Family Formation: Don’t Split Faith and Everyday Life (Part 4)
Is your faith a part of your everyday life? Does it inform every part of your life? As Jeff...
Important Content for Family Formation: Raising Disciples (Part 3)
Faith is something that is meant to be lived more than one hour a week. As parents it is essential...
Thoughts on Israel and Gaza
After witnessing the violence in Israel firsthand, Jeff Cavins offers his insights on the war...
Important Content for Family Formation (Part 2)
Parents are the primary educators of their children. As Jeff Cavins discussed in last week’s...
Important Content for Family Formation (Part 1)
Parents have a responsibility to share the faith with their children. What does this look like?...
The Role of Parents in Educating Their Children
Parents teach their children all sorts of things, but how primal is their role as educators? How...
Problems: Be a First Responder
How do you respond when a problem suddenly arises in your life? Many of us face problems in our...
Introducing the Bible Timeline Show (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
In this special episode, Jeff shares with us the first episode of The Bible Timeline Show...
I Got Angry at Mass
Have you ever gotten angry in Mass? Jeff Cavins shares in this episode about a time that he got...
5 Obstacles to Grace
Are you ever frustrated due to a lack of growth in your faith? There may be many reasons for why...
Our Lady in Waiting
Have you ever heard of Our Lady of Waiting? Jeff Cavins shares about this Marian devotion and...
Raising Warriors for God
How are we supposed to prepare our children for what is out in the world? If you are on social...
The Heart of a Pastor (feat. Fr. Mark Beard)
Do you want to hear a priest speak from his heart? In this episode, Jeff shares the final homily...
What to Do in a Lonely Place
Do you ever experience loneliness? Many of us have felt lonely at some point in our lives, and...
The Demonic Realm with Fr. Jon Vander Ploeg
Can a demon read my mind? Should I be afraid of the devil? When it comes to the demonic, there can...
The Importance of Angels with Fr. Jon Vander Ploeg
What are angels? What is their purpose? What is our relationship with angels? There are so many...
The Bible Has Answers
Are you looking for answers to the big questions in life? Are you looking for instructions on how...
“Kid’s Bible in a Year with Teddy”
How do we keep our children close to God? So many of us fear that our kids will lose their faith....
The Ascension App
Are you looking for a tool to help you go even deeper in your study of the Bible and the...
When Your Heart is Crushed
Have you ever had your heart crushed? Perhaps, you are currently experiencing heartbreak or know...
Fathers, Rise Up!
What is the role of a father? How can fathers rise up to the challenges of the world? Today, Jeff...
Why I Came Back to the Catholic Church
Last episode, Jeff Cavins shared why he left the Catholic Church. Today, he explains what made him...
Why I Left the Catholic Church
What was it that made Jeff Cavins leave the Catholic Church as a young adult? Today, Jeff Cavins...
Reversing Spiritual Heart Disease
What does it mean to have a “hardened heart”? This phrase is used a number of times in Scripture,...
Speak the Truth in Love
What is the relationship between truth and love? Today, Jeff dives into the books of Corinthians...
Children’s Books: Tools for Formation
What tools are available to parents who want to share the faith with their children? One tool is...
7 Characteristics of the People of God
What are the characteristics of the people of God? Are they unique? Today, Jeff discusses the...
“I Love You, Jack”
We all experience setbacks in our lives, and sometimes, those moments can be very lonely. Today,...
You Are in God’s Will
Did you know that each one of us is in God’s will? Not only does God have a will for your life but...
Do You Want to Be Happy?
How do you attain happiness? This question has been asked since the beginning of time. Using...
Everything Rests on the Resurrection
What is the crux of our faith? Pulling from Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians, Jeff shares how the...
What Is on Your Plate?
Do you have a lot on your plate? God is asking something of each one of us, but it is easy to...
What Do You Do in Adoration?
What are you supposed to do in Adoration? How are you meant to fill that time? Today, Jeff dives...
Find Your Passion in the Church
Do you have a passion? Most of us have something we are passionate about. But how often do you...
The Bible Time Challenge
What is a good use of your time? There are so many different ways we can spend our time. However,...
Five Essentials to Overcome Sin
Is it possible to overcome sin? It doesn’t seem possible, but in this episode Jeff brings in words...
Standing on God’s Word
What does it mean to stand on God’s word? All of us have something to pray for and face many...
The Value of Memorizing Scripture
Is it important to memorize Scripture? Many of us are aware of how important it is to read and...
How Do You Love God?
What is the greatest commandment? In Scripture, Jesus answers this question. In this episode, Jeff...
5 Things Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew
What are some of the things wives want from their husbands? Relying on his own experience as a...
One Hour Can Change Everything!
Are you looking for ways to deal with the stress and busyness of every day life? Jeff shares some...
God Is Waiting in Your Heart
Are you ready to let God do deep work in your heart? There are so many distractions and so many...
What’s So Special About the Catechism?
Is the Catechism important? What role does it play in our lives as Christians? Jeff is here to...
The Ideal Man and Woman
What is the ideal man? What is the ideal woman? Rather than offer his opinion, Jeff shares what...
The Secret to 2023
As we come to the end of 2022, Jeff shares some words of encouragement for the beginning of 2023....
Christmas and Quiet Love
After a profound encounter with a complete stranger, Jeff has a special Christmas message to...
All I Want for Christmas
What do you want for Christmas? During this time of year, there is a lot of emphasis on what we...
An Examen Prayer for 2022
As we draw near to the end of this year, Jeff guides us through a practical examen prayer to help...
Supporting Small Catholic Businesses with David Kruse
These days, the personal investment with small businesses is often overlooked for expedited...
Overcoming Envy in the Holidays
Can we be joyful and envious at the same time? The holiday season hopes to bring joy, but we can...
FTX & The Disciple
To support Ascension’s free media, please click here! To find out more about how your gift will be...
Elections & The Power of the Church
Is it possible that we give too much credence to politics and our political leaders? In today’s...
The List of Things to Forgive
“Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? As many as seven times?” We...
The Four Must Reads of St. John Paul II
For the times we’re going through right now, Pope John Paul II had a message and has a message...
Weapons of Warfare (Part 2)
Do you ever feel alone in your battles? In this episode, Jeff encourages us and reminds us that...
Weapons of Warfare (Part 1)
We are in the midst of battle: but have we forgotten that the battle has already been won? In this...
Is There a Laity Shortage? Part 2
What sort of responsibility do lay people have when it comes to evangelization? This week, Jeff...
Is There a Laity Shortage? Part 1
How are lay people called to serve the Lord? In this episode, Jeff dives into answering this...
Your Catholic Swiss Army Knife (Part 2)
Did you know that you have access to all the tools you need to live the Catholic faith? God has...
Your Catholic Swiss Army Knife (Part 1)
What are some of the best tools for a Catholic to have as they strive for sainthood? In today’s...
Evangelization…What’s Holding You Back?
We are all called to be evangelists, so what is holding you back? In this episode, Jeff addresses...
Cracklin’ Rosie Revival
Where do you go for healing and comfort? In our world today, there are many ways that someone...
Big Reasons for Unhappiness
What do you think are some of the big reasons for people’s unhappiness? In this episode, Jeff...
Crying Is Theological
Is crying a good thing? In this episode, Jeff explains the different types of tears and how crying...
When Roe v. Wade Costs You a Friend
What should our attitude be in the wake of the ruling that has overturned Roe v. Wade? Abortion is...
Real Answers for Real Suffering
Is there an answer to suffering? We all experience suffering in different forms and to varying...
Smuggling Bibles and What I Learned
In the 1980s, Jeff helped smuggle Bibles into the Soviet Union. In this episode, Jeff shares about...
How to Give Criticism Well
It can be difficult to receive criticism well, but what about offering criticism? This can be just...
Wake Up!
How do we live in these times? We are called to something so contrary to what the culture offers....
How to Receive Criticism Well
Is criticism a good thing? If so, how can we receive it well? In this episode, Jeff Cavins shares...
What Are 1st Century Donkey Stickers?
Do bumper stickers say a lot about a person? Bumper stickers on your car could say a lot about...
When You Go from High to Low
Have you ever experienced going from a high in your life to a low? Many of us have, and today,...
Are Tattoos a Sin?
Is it a sin to get a tattoo? In today’s episode, Jeff responds to this very common and sometimes...
The Art of Learning and Taking Notes
Curious to know how Jeff takes notes? Continuing his discussion on the art of learning, Jeff...
The Art of Learning and Deep Fat Fridays
Are we losing the ability to learn and think deeply? Jeff explores this question and points out...
On Earth as It Is in Heaven with Fr. Josh Johnson
What does it mean for the Church to be united "on earth as it is in Heaven?" In this episode, Jeff...
How to Become Rich
Do you want to know how to become rich? It seems as though most people have an innate desire to...
Jesus and Radical Individualism
Is truth something that we each get to decide for ourselves? In this episode, Jeff explains the...
From Worry to Wonder with Melissa Overmyer
Do you struggle with worry? Life is full of reasons to worry and opportunities to lose our peace....
Knowledge Hoarding and the Solution
Do you struggle with knowledge hoarding? There is so much information to consume but so often that...
Activated Disciple Series Part 8: The 40 Day Journal Challenge
As the Activated Disciple series comes to a close, Jeff recaps our journey over the last couple of...
Activated Disciple Series Part 7: Covered in the Dust of My Rabbi
What does it mean to be covered in the dust of your rabbi? In this episode, Jeff explains this...
Activated Disciple Series Part 6: Cup of Kerygma
How do we proclaim the Gospel to others? Jeff shares the seven points of the Gospel that every...
Activated Disciple Series Part 5: Prayer and Study
If Jesus asked you to follow him today, would tomorrow be any different than yesterday? Jeff...
Activated Disciple Series Part 4: Going All In
How does someone come into the Church? Jeff outlines the process of a person coming into the...
Activated Disciple Series Part 3: Who Is Choosing Whom?
Who chooses whom? In this third part of the Activated Disciple series, Jeff Cavins explains how...
Activated Disciple Series Part 2: Imitating God
When you imagine what a disciple should look like, what do you see? In this second part of the...
Activated Disciple Series Part 1: Are You a Fan or a Follower?
Are you a fan or a follower? In this first part of the Activated Disciple retreat, Jeff discusses...
Beyond Damascus
Are you looking for faith opportunities for the young people in your life? Jeff sits down with the...
Take Your Lent to the Next Level
Do you want to experience true transformation this Lent? Jeff shares an exciting way for you to...
The Leaven of the Pharisees
What is the leaven of the Pharisees? Diving into Scripture, Jeff shows how Jesus Christ came for...
Living the Good Life
What does it mean to live the good life? Jeff Cavins describes what it really means to live the...
What Mother Teresa Said to College Students
In 1982, Mother Teresa of Calcutta delivered a powerful commencement address at St. Thomas Aquinas...
Recognizing Core Wounds and How to Heal
Jeff gives an overview of the four types of core wounds. He explains the lies that we believe, how...
Grape Branches – Embrace Your Spiritual Seasons!
God helps us to grow into the fruitful branches he needs us to be by having us endure different...
Christian Evangelization: We Heard It Through the Grapevine!
People encounter Christ by encountering him through the words and deeds of Christians. Jeff shares...
Drink in the New Year: The Word of God Is a Fountain
Jeff takes us into the new year by sharing a beautiful prayer from St. Ephraim, which highlights...
Two Gifts, Three Stocking Stuffers from Jesus
Jeff shares two gifts and three stocking stuffers from Jesus in this Christmas special. Email us...
The Statue of Imitations
Statues can make a big difference in helping keep our Faith present in our daily lives, especially...
How to Make the Right Decisions
We all have many choices to make in these times, whether at work or at home. We need wisdom in our...
Thankful for My Almighty Father
How has God blessed you this year? In today's brief Thanksgiving episode, Jeff invites us to...
The Weight of Unforgiveness: America’s Got 10,000 Talents
Unforgiveness is one of the biggest stumbling blocks in our walk with the Lord. Jeff uses the...
You and God in the Secret Place
Jesus tells us to pray, fast, and give alms in secret because the Father who sees in secret will...
If Christianity was Poker, Would You Be All In?
Are you willing to give every part of your life to Christ? Jeff invites us to reflect on our...
Are You Okay Being You?
In today's society it can be so tempting to compare ourselves with others and to feel insecure....
Journaling with Scripture: A Fort Knox For Truth
Have you ever come across a wise insight in your reading or prayer but had no way of remembering...
You Are Unrepeatable
Do you ever feel like you’re different from everyone else? Today, Jeff invites us to marvel at the...
What If Jesus Told Stories About You? (Part Two)
Jeff continues walking us through more of Jesus' parables today, and invites us to reflect on the...
What if Jesus Told Stories About You? ( Part One)
Did you know that Jesus is constantly sharing stories about you through his parables? Today, Jeff...
Faith Without Works, Doesn’t Work
It’s good to have faith, but you need to have the work to back it up. Today, Jeff explains why...
Stop Complaining: Don’t Be Doug and Wendy Whiner (Part Two)
Do you find yourself complaining often? In this two-part episode, Jeff shares some passages from...
Stop Complaining: Don’t Be Doug and Wendy Whiner
Do you find yourself complaining often? In this two-part episode, Jeff shares some passages from...
Are You Satisfied with God?
When was the last time you asked yourself, “Am I satisfied with God”? Today, Jeff addresses this...
What To Do When You’re Offended
Are you offended easily? Today, Jeff explains why it’s important to not let our emotions get the...
The Thing You Want is Beyond the Thing
What is it that you're truly longing for? Today, Jeff explains why the things we want can’t be...
Tarot Cards, Ouija Boards, and Astrology: Are They Dangerous?
So just how dangerous can tarot cards, ouija boards, and astrology really be? Today, Jeff...
Should Catholics Attend Protestant Bible Studies?
What should you do if you’re invited to a Protestant Bible study? Jeff reminds us of the...
A Plan for Those Who Are Engaged
Do you and your fiance have a plan for your engagement? Today, Jeff shares some advice for engaged...
Life: When Our Foundations are Destroyed
How many of the foundations in your life can you be sure will last forever? Today, Jeff explains...
Should Christians Use Make-up?
There are two types of makeup: the kind we wear on our face and the kind we wear in our speech....
Feeling Like You Don’t Have What it Takes?
Do you ever feel like you don’t have what it takes to do God’s will? Today, Jeff shares some...
Tell Your Story to Your Children
Do your children know your story? Today, Jeff encourages parents to be vulnerable with their...
Anyone You Forgive, I Forgive
Are we able to forgive those who have hurt our loved ones? Today, Jeff gives some words of...
Suck It Up Buttercup: Men Who Know How to Suffer
Is there a benefit to suffering? What’s the point? Today, Jeff explains the purpose of suffering...
How Two Men Discipled Me (and How it Worked)
Have you ever sought to disciple someone in your life? Today, Jeff shares his powerful experience...
It’s Time to Glow in the Dark
Have you emulated the light of Christ today? Today, Jeff shares some ways we can spread light...
Protector of Widows: It’s Not Just a Dream
Losing a spouse is one of the most heartbreaking things we can experience in this life, but we...
The Killdeer Bird and Jesus
Are you allowing God to protect you? Today, Jeff explains his encounter with a killdeer bird, and...
What Feeds Your Soul?
We live in a society that is so rich, yet it often leaves us feeling so empty. How how do we feed...
What is the Most Quoted Bible Verse in History?
Have you ever realized how much of the Bible we say during mass? Today, Jeff talks about the most...
Five Topics I’d Love To Share With Your Parish
What kind of things does your parish need right now? Today, Jeff seeks to help by sharing five...
God’s Faithfulness at Nighttime
Especially in a time like this, we could all use a bit more light. Today, Jeff explains how we can...
If I Could Put Time In A Bottle
Does your experience in mass on Sunday have an impact on your week? Today, Jeff explains the...
Family Members Who Are Lost
Who are the lost sheep in your life? Today, Jeff explains the parable of the lost sheep, and...
Our Lord’s Example During Holy Week
What example did Jesus leave us just hours before his Passion, and how are we following it today?...
A Shift In Thinking That Will Change Your World
We need to start thinking post-resurrection instead of pre-resurrection. Today, Jeff explains a...
Between Two Yearns: The Spirit and The Flesh
Have you ever felt stuck between the desires of the spirit and the desires of the flesh? Today,...
The Powerful Principle of Sowing & Reaping (with Chef John Folse)
Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is just ask, “How can I help?”. Today, Jeff is joined...
The Powerful Principle of Sowing & Reaping (with Chef John Folse)
Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is just ask, “How can I help?”. Today, Jeff is joined...
Drinking From An Eternal Fountain
Just as our bodies need water, our souls need nourishment too. Today, Jeff talks about the...
Two Great Phrases For Witnessing
Ever find yourself not knowing what to say when evangelizing? Today, Jeff gives two phrases we can...
Getting Rid of Belly Button Lent
Everyone needs to search their hearts and ask how they will prepare for the Lord. Today, Jeff...
What Are You Doing Waiting in Line?
We spend so much time standing in lines, why not make the best of it? Today, Jeff talks about 8...
The Man Who Failed His Driving Test 17 Times
We all face failure, but trial comes with a great opportunity for grace. Today, Jeff talks about...
A Message to Young Catholic Entrepreneurs
Young Catholic entrepreneurs are needed now more than ever. Today, Jeff shares his experience...
Take Time to Think
When was that last time you just sat down and meditated on life? Today, Jeff talks about the...
Bringing Children into a Broken World
What the world needs now, is love. Today, Jeff debunks 3 reasons for not wanting to bring children...
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark
Today, Jeff explains how we can bring light into our lives to combat the darkness of the world....
Thank God It’s Friday
Happy New Year! Today, Jeff gives some encouragement for starting 2021 strong and spiritually...
A Special Christmas Gift from Fr. Mike Schmitz
Merry Christmas! Today, Jeff talks with Fr. Mike Schmitz about his new podcast, Bible in a Year,...
Psalm 51: Repent Like David
Sin affects all of us, and the story of David in 2 Samuel proves that. Today, Jeff explains how...
Feel Like You’re In Prison? Listen to Paul
Struggling with anxiety, frustration, and depression during these covid lockdowns? Maybe all we...
5 Things You Wouldn’t Say to God!
If Jesus showed up at your front door today, what would you say? Today, Jeff lists 5 things you...
Gratitude: Thanks for Nutt’n or Thanks for Everything!
Happy Thanksgiving! Today, Jeff talks about how we can cultivate an attitude of thankfulness for...
What’s On God’s Bucket list For You
We all have bucket lists for our lives, but have we ever asked what's on God's bucket list for us?...
Saying Grace: Bless Us Oh Lord or Make It Up
Saying grace before meals is a common tradition in the Catholic faith. Today, Jeff delves into the...
We Win! It Was Inevitable!
In the battles of our life, it’s important to remembern that God is the reason we triumph and...
Are You Tired of the World Changing?
How do we find peace in a world that is constantly changing? Today, Jeff offers us hope and wisdom...
Spiritual Landmines Can Kill
In our walk with Christ, we have to learn to detect spiritual landmines- the sins that are...
Should Christians Drink?
What exactly does Scripture say about drinking? Today, Jeff dives into the Bible to explain what...
10 Ways To Refuel Your Optimism
It can be tempting to lose hope and optimism in a chaotic and divisive world. Today, Jeff offers...
Why Morning Is the Best Time to Pray
Do you struggle to find time during the day to pray? Today, Jeff gives us five reasons why the...
Playing Hide-and-Go Seek with God
There are times in our lives when we either hide from God or we feel like God is hiding from us....
Making a Life is More important than Making a Living
Do you find yourself just going through the motions in life and feeling empty? Today, Jeff...
Asking a Father for the Hand of His Daughter
Asking a father for the hand of his daughter can be a nerve racking experience. Today, Jeff...
Pairing Your Children with Saints
There are over 10,000 saints canonized by the Catholic Church. Today, Jeff shares a number of...
Say His Name! Name the Baby in the Womb
A name given to a baby in the womb says to the world that they are of great value. There’s a...
Health & Holiness: Nifty Ways to Leave Your Blubber
Our physical bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, which means that we are called to take care of...
A New Field Guide to Confirmation (with Colin MacIver)
Confirmation can be a powerful turning point in our relationship with Christ. Today, Jeff and...
Should Christians Say “Holy Crap” ?
As disciples of Christ, our speech matters. While the expression “holy crap” has become...
Level Up With Jesus: Trading for Treasure
What do you treasure most in your life? Today, Jeff challenges us to look within ourselves and...
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...
Hebrews: An Inside Look at the Mass
Jeff interviews Dr. Andrew Swafford on his latest study, Hebrews: The New and Eternal Covenant....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Simplify Your Life: Examining Your Heart and Home!
Why is it so difficult to simplify our life? Jeff has always had a passion for the concept of...
How to Navigate Your Marriage During COVID-19
Many marriages are being put to the test right now, as we continue dealing with the realities of...
Me Me Me “Meology” vs. Theology
Are we living our lives for ourselves, or for God? On today’s show, Jeff talks about perspective...
7 Ways to One Another One: What Scripture Says about Relationships
Jeff offers some words of encouragement through St. Paul’s messages to the Church during this time...
What Is Essential?
When so many things are stripped away, we’re left to examine what’s most important. Jeff discusses...
Catholics, Cuisine, and Coronavirus
Jeff sits down with Chef John Folse to discuss how to cope with the effects of coronavirus. Text...
Standing Against Coronavirus with Faith, Hope, and Charity
There are three things within us that can help us deal with trials like coronavirus: faith, hope,...
10 Bible Verses on Fear
Fear is all around us as we face this global pandemic, but the Lord does not want us to worry, he...
The Fear behind Closed Doors
After the Crucifixion, the disciples shut themselves up in the Upper Room, in fear of their lives....
Be My Guest: Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio
Jeff interviews Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio (a.k.a Dr. Italy), co-author of the new study Jesus: The...
Examination of Conscience for Fathers
Jeff is talking with Matthew James Christoff about how men must go deeper in confession to...
Into the Night: Lent, Confession, and Transformation
Jeff guides you deeper into your heart and conscience than you’ve ever gone before. In your next...
Would It Have Been Fun to Be Jesus?
Jesus could heal people, walk on water, control the weather, multiply food, make wine, walk...
7 Steps to Decluttering Your Relationships
Jeff brings together seven Scripture verses on relationships to help us simplify and declutter our...
What’s Your Favorite Bible Verse?
Jeff is reflecting on his favorite Bible verse, Galatians 2:20. He first committed it to memory...
Investing in Your Spiritual Life: Stories from the Holy Land
Jeff is on his fifty-seventh trip to the Holy Land, and is talking to fellow pilgrims, Toni...
The Problem with Seedless Grapes: Pro-Life Messages in Scripture
Today is the March for Life and Jeff is focusing on the beauty and power humans have to bring...
Recharging Your Batteries in the Holy Land
Jeff is in the Holy Land! He shares his experience of seeing the Gospels come alive through this...
Flashback: 5 Benefits of Humility
Why is humility such an important virtue? Jeff is bringing back an episode from the archives to...
Flashback: Motivating Scripture for the New Year
We're bringing back Jeff's episode on motivating scripture to help you stick to your New Year's...
How to Pray for Your Sons
Following up on his show from last week about praying for daughters, Jeff shares the prayer he...
How to Pray for Your Daughters
This week, Jeff shares a beautiful prayer he wrote for his daughters and talks about the specific...
Good Morning: 30,000 Second Chances!
If you live until you’re 82 years old, you will have 30,000 chances to turn toward God. Every...
This Is for All the Lonely People
The holidays are a time to spend with the people we love, but at times, this merely highlights the...
Thanksgiving for 7 People Who Have Changed My Life!
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Jeff gives thanks to God for the seven people who changed his life...
You Can’t Change the People You Want to Change!
We’ve all had family members and friends that we wish we could change, especially when we see them...
Don’t be a Walking Civil War – Walk by Faith!
We are constantly inundated with conflicting opinions and points of view. How can Catholics sort...
3 Decisions that Will Change Your Life
Drawing from St. Paul, James, and Proverbs, Jeff brings up three decisions that will change your...
When Doves Cry: Seeking Validation
So many people walk through life constantly seeking validation. Are you one of them? Jeff reminds...
My First Bike and God’s Provision!
How often do you stop to recognize how God provides for you, and how often do you ask for his...
Go Small and Go Home: How to Love Your Neighbor
If we are focusing on the world, who is focusing on our family? We’re often distracted by the big...
Slow Faith
Growing in faith is difficult in our fast-paced, distraction-heavy lives. Jeff Cavins slows things...
Bringing Your Children to Jesus!
Developing a strong relationship with Jesus is so important to the spiritual life, and bringing...
Polish Saints and Pilgrimages with Fr. Josh Johnson
Jeff Cavins and Fr. Josh Johnson are in Poland! From Auschwitz to Pope St. John Paul II’s house,...
When Good Things Are Bad for You (Filling up on Chips and Salsa) Part 2
Jeff continues to unpack what happens to us when we are too preoccupied with worldly things and...
When Good Things Are Bad for You (Filling up on Chips and Salsa) Part 1
Have you ever gone to a restaurant and filled up on an appetizer (like chips and salsa) and then...
Is Your Heart Troubled?
A troubled heart can happen at any stage of life. From work-related anxiety to stressful...
Updates from Jeff: Upcoming Events, An Epic Motorcycle Trip, and the North American Martyrs
Jeff shares exciting news about three upcoming Great Adventure events, recounts his incredible...
Don’t Have a Weed Wacking Ministry! (Parable of the Sower)
God is the one who separates the wheat from the chaff, but we can be tempted to take this task on...
Meet My Friends: Marcus Grodi
Founder of The Coming Home Network, and host of The Journey Home program on EWTN, Marcus Grodi...
Falling in “Like” with Jesus
If the greatest commandment is to love God, how do we know if we’re actually doing it, or if we’re...
Breakfast at “Trinity’s” and Scriptures on Restoration
Jeff Cavins digs into scriptures on restoration in the Gospel of John and compares Peter’s journey...
Created for Love, Settling for Likes
We are created to be loved, and to love others. But it’s easy to settle for likes. We feel a boost...
Catholic Evangelization: A Target Without a Bullseye?
Ministry programs and apologetics are great, but there’s one area that parishes can often neglect:...
Tweet Others the Way You Want to be Tweeted
If social media existed when the Scriptures were written, what would they say about it? Jeff...
Having Trouble Sleeping? Scripture is Ambien for the Soul
A go-to response to insomnia typically involves a snack and TV remote, but there are better ways...
What To Do About Bedwetting (and Other Personal Embarrassments)
Jeff shares the feelings of shame and isolation he faced as a kid struggling with bedwetting. Even...
Parents, Write in Your Bible
If you are a parent, grandparent, godparent, or spiritual parent, one of the best gifts you can...
5 Things That Will Complicate Your Life
Looking for peace and simplicity? Get rid of the factors that complicate your life. Jeff zeroes in...
If Deadly Sins Had Babies (Part 2)
Jeff continues the discussion on how the seven deadly sins can show up in our lives. This week he...
If Deadly Sins Had Babies (Part 1)
We’re familiar with the seven deadly sins, but these vices have offshoots that can be harder to...
What Do You Smell Like to God?
Did you know God likes certain aromas and smells? It’s not the literal smell that finds favor with...
Meet My Friends: Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle
Jeff sits down with Mike “Gomer” Gormley and Dave VanVickle, hosts of Every Knee Shall Bow, a...
7 Ways to Nourish Your Soul
Just as we need to eat to nourish the body, there are certain things we need to do to nourish the...
A Holy Week I Will Never Forget
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How To Talk on Water
Have you ever tried walking on water? It is definitely not something we can do on our own. But...
Meet My Friends: Chef John Folse
Jeff is talking to Chef John Folse, restaurant owner, television host, leading authority on cajun...
How I Learned to Read Minds
Do you want to learn how to read minds? All you have to do is think about what you wish people...
Meet My Friends: Fr. Josh Johnson
I’m speaking with Fr. Josh Johnson, pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in Baton Rouge,...
The Power of Repentance
Repentance is critical for a healthy spiritual life. If we want to get over our mistakes and...
A Strategy for Lent
Stick to the three pillars of Lent for the full forty days with this strategy from Jeff Cavins. We...
Is Your Parish Stuck in Traffic?
Parish life sometimes feels like being stuck in traffic. Things aren’t moving forward, resources...
Meet My Friends: Dr. Edward Sri
In today’s episode, Jeff tries something new. He wants you to meet his friend Dr. Edward Sri. Dr....
Feel Like An Outcast? Touch Jesus’ Garment
Have you ever felt like an outcast? This is a show of hope and possibility. In the old testament,...
Obtaining Peace of Mind
Peace of mind is something we all struggle towards, but rarely achieve. Today, Jeff talk about why...
The Shape of Your Day (Episode 100!)
The morning is a pivotal moment that forms the shape of your day. Unfortunately for many of us, we...
Enter to Win! The Jeff Cavins Show Turns 100
Next week is The Jeff Cavins Show’s 100th episode and we want to do something to celebrate! We...
Looking at Your Life Geographically
Take a journey with Jeff to the land of Israel and learn how the geography of this historic land...
More Motivating Scriptures
Back by popular demand, Jeff compiles thirteen more motivating Scriptures to help you discern the...
Motivating Scripture for the New Year
To start the new year off right, Jeff compiles twelve motivating Scripture verses to encourage and...
Prepare for an Amazing Year!
Jeff wishes you a Happy New Year and shares a bit about his upcoming travels. Support The Jeff...
God’s Christmas Gift – Mercy
In his mercy, God sent his only to be born of a virgin and die for our sins. We need this mercy...
Paralyzed at Home
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Why the Word Doesn’t Work in Your Life
Just because God says something in his Word, doesn’t mean it is going to manifest itself in your...
Advent – Will You Be Ready?
Jeff talks about how we can prepare for the season of Advent, and let it transform our lives....
The Ultimate Thanksgiving
Everyone who finds himself in a dilemma intuitively turns to God and makes promises whether they...
Falling in Love with Jesus!
When it comes to falling in love with Jesus, we must remember that God has chosen us first. To...
Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
Following Jesus Christ is not a applicable to a comfort zone. Jesus tells us to “be not afraid”...
3 Keys to Rebuild a Shattered Life!
It feels like your life is shattered and you don’t know how to rebuild it from the rubble. Does...
Beware of Lukewarm Christianity!
In America, most of us do not have any big needs. As a result, it becomes easy to think God is not...
Becoming Dust Jackets for Truth: The Art of Storytelling!
Mastering the art of storytelling is an extremely effective way to spread truth. Spoiler alert!...
Discovering God in Ordinary Places
This week Jeff talks about how royalty is in your presence, but you have to discover God in...
If We Took Christianity Seriously! Prayer
What if we really took Christianity seriously and truly lived out the teachings of Christ? When it...
Why Remain Catholic? Divine Revelation
Last week, Jeff talked about “setting your face like flint” and not leaving the Church and the...
Why Remain Catholic?
Why should we remain Catholic when the Church is infected with corrupt people? Jeff understands...
Fiddler on the Roof and Marriage
Is love an emotion? Jeff answers this question by looking at the marriage of Tevye and Golde, the...
Instrument Rated Christians
An instrument-rated pilot is a pilot who is able to fly using only the flight instruments within...
The Bible is Here!
The Great Adventure Catholic Bible implements the Catholic understanding of salvation history into...
Church Scandals and Mouse Traps
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Amusing Ourselves to Death
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Faded Levi’s and Bibles
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Scoot Down the Pew, Please?
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The Power of Kindness
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Evangelizing Through Tattoos
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Patience in the Midst of the Storm
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Communicating by Listening
The goal of a debate or a discussion about the Faith should not be to win; the goal should be to...
Give People What You Have!
How do you share your faith with someone who is opposing you or bombards you with question after...
Episode 69: I Was Raised on Wonder Bread
Whether it’s a product, new food fad, or political view, you’re probably tired of being sold...
Suicide: Preventing and Responding!
Did Vincent Van Gogh really commit suicide, or is there more to the story than we think? In light...
Mirror Mirror on the Web
We all have fallen into the trap of comparing ourselves to others. In an age of social media,...
Avoiding Spiritual Boredom
There are so many things vying for our attention these days. After making ends meet we maybe have...
Memories of Jesus on the Sea of Galilee
Listen as Jeff reflects on his recent trip to Israel... Support The Jeff Cavins Show (Your...
Getting Up After You Have Fallen Down!
Whether within our family, social, or professional lives, we all have made mistakes and failed the...
What’s in a Name
There is something powerful about a name. Parents take great care in choosing a name for their...
Making Good Decisions
We make thousands of decisions a day, but it's the BIG decisions that we struggle with. Should I...
Forgiveness In Belfast Northern Ireland
They murdered his grandfather then labeled him a terrorist for being Catholic. His best friend’s...
Episode 61: Hello From Ireland
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Taking Your Questions (Part 1)
Today Jeff answers the important questions you have been asking. From Bibles to minimalism and the...
Feeling Alone at Church? God Works Through The Remnant
Do you feel alone at church? Perhaps your parish does not offer faith formation programs and while...
Late Night Christianity
Do you remember the first word you said this morning? What do you do right before you go to bed?...
My Dinged Up Subaru and Sin
Do you ever get caught up in a sin, only to have it come back like a tyrannical ruler dictating...
Hope in Desperate Times
We all desperately need hope in our lives, especially when we feel alone. Today, Jeff defines true...
Everyone Needs a Papa- The Biblical Basis for the Papacy
Did Catholics make up the papacy? Some people sure think so. In today’s episode, Jeff shows how...
Creating a Movement Within Your Parish
Jeff shares his personal formula for creating a successful movement within your parish. You might...
Hogging the Cashews: Why Do People Bother You?
Does it ever bother you when someone chews ice right next to you, breathes a little too loudly, or...
15 Things to Do in the Midst of Suffering
Every single one of us is going to suffer at one time or another, but the questions is: how are we...
What’s in Your Spiritual Wallet? (Long Term Investments)
“Where your treasure is there will your heart be also. (Matthew 6:21)” In this episode, Jeff helps...
Do Catholics Swear? The Language of the Sacraments
While we don’t swear in a vulgar way (that is not who we are), we do swear in a heavenly language....
5 Smooth Stones, Choose Your Weapon
Have you ever felt like David up against your own Goliaths in life? In today’s episode, Jeff takes...
A Cup of KeurigMa: How to Proclaim the Gospel
Just as you can share a cup of coffee, so can you share the gospel with others. This sharing of...
What I Learned from Mother Angelica
Jeff Cavins worked with Mother Angelica for years, and he is often asked, “What was Mother...
New Years Resolution 2.0
Below are eight questions that can act as a guide in making a good New Year's resolution. Ask...
OCD: Our Christmas Dilemmas
During the Christmas season, we pause to think about the impact of one very special life—the life...
What If You Had Never Been Born?
During the Christmas season, we pause to think about the impact of one very special life—the life...
Write Your Own Holy Card
As Catholics, we're used to praying prayers that we find on holy cards. It's a beautiful...
The Liturgical Year: Conforming Your Life to Christ
Each and every day of the believer’s life should be lived with an understanding that God keeps a...
Thankful People Are Attractive People
Jeff gives ten tips to help you live a spirit of gratitude in every season of your life. Support...
Still on the Bunny Hill of Catholicism?
Are you on the spiritual “bunny hill?” Have you practiced your faith enough to be able to handle...
Talking to God Out Loud
Catholics are comfortable reciting prayers out loud, but that's not the only way we're instructed...
Redeeming the Time You Waste on TV News
Jeff Cavins has an announcement to make: He's done watching network news. In this episode, he...
10 Ways To Baptize Your Smartphone
Have you ever put down your smartphone only to realize an hour has gone by? Do certain apps tempt...
Walking by Faith in Uncertain Times
What's the difference between "believe-ism" and true Christian faith? In this episode, Jeff...
How Do I Explain Catholicism to My Friend?
Catholicism is filled with beautiful complexities, but when it comes time to explain our Catholic...
Five Benefits of Humility
Do you need some humility in your life? This week's episode of the Jeff Cavins Show is for you....
God’s Genius Bar for Marriage
If God were to design a test to help diagnose the root of any problems in a marriage, he might ask...
How to Forgive When You Don’t Feel Like It
Forgiving isn't easy, but it's what we're called to do. In this episode, Jeff encourages us to...
Super. Natural. Evangelization.
You might think you need to be well-versed in theology to be an evangelizer, but Jeff wants you to...
God’s Secret Weapon When You’re Discouraged
What's your instinct when you're discouraged? Are you tempted to sulk and to draw away from God?...
Anger Is the New Love: Politics Today
Are you distressed by today's political landscape? Jeff gives a scriptural perspective on the...
Wrinkles Tell a Story
What do you think about getting old? Is it something you fear, or are you looking forward to the...
Living on a Wing and a Prayer
In today's episode, Jeff connects an old World War II song to a popular Gospel story, giving the...
What Did Jesus Write in the Dirt?
If you've ever read the story about the woman caught in adultery, you know that the Jews who...
Offer It Up: Finding Meaning in Suffering
Have you ever considered offering up your "less-than-ideal" days to your Heavenly Father? Jeff...
The Power Of Isolating Spiritual Disciplines
Every expert athlete knows the value of isolating one muscle, technique, or practice and focusing...
Don’t Put A Period Where God Put A Comma
Sometimes we feel like a period of our life is coming to a close, and we decide we're going to...
How to Hear God Every Day
God wants to speak to you every day—don't you wish you could hear him? You can. In this episode,...
3 Powerful Ways to Beat Sin
Did you know that Genesis reveals to us the three main categories of our sins, and that Jesus...
Feel Like Quitting?
Do you ever feel like throwing in the towel? Whether its a job, a relationship, a life situation,...
So You Want to Be a Writer or Speaker?
Do you ever feel like God might be calling you to become a Catholic speaker or writer? Learn from...
Help! My Children Left the Church
One of the greatest pains many people suffer is the pain of watching one's children leave the...
How to Start Reading Your Bible
Have you ever wondered why every time you decide to read the Bible from cover to cover, you end up...
Smiling, the Exercise of Happiness
Jeff has a PSA for you: one of our most amazing God-given abilities is our ability to smile, and...
You Don’t Know My Father
Have you ever thought about the fact that one of the best ways for someone to get to know your dad...
Carrying Your Cross
What does it mean when you wear a cross around your neck? Is it just jewelry? Is it a sign of your...
Simplify Your Life- Clean Up Your Past
One reason our lives are so complicated is because we haven't truly dealt with our past, and...
Simplify Your Life- What’s the First Step?
Is your life complicated, busy, and way too cluttered? You can use planners, organize closets, and...
Taking a Pilgrimage to Mass
You might not be able to make it to the Holy Land this week, but if you're going to Mass, consider...
How to Mark Your Bible
Jeff explains that the best way to mark your Bible is the way that makes most sense to you. So, he...
Touching the Wound
When someone close to you suffers, do you fall into "Hallmark Theology," or do you have the...
Are You a Polished Arrow in God’s Quiver?
God wants to use you, but before he does, he needs to prepare you so that you can "hit the mark."...
7 Tips for Raising Daughters
You might not know this, but Jeff is a father to all daughters. In this episode, Jeff is joined by...
Supernatural Grandparenting
Did you know that the Bible spells out a game-plan for grandparents? Grandparents aren't just...
Spiritual Optometry
What’s the link between your eyes and your heart? Jeff Cavins explores this connection and gives...
Who’s in Your Spiritual Posse?
Something has made a big difference in Jeff’s prayer life over the past month, and he wants to...
Angry as Hell
Jeff shares a story of a frightening encounter with an enraged driver and discusses how anger can...
Envy: Satan’s Holy Hour
Have you ever rolled your eyes at someone else's perfect life and wished they had it a little...
A Harley Pilgrimage
Jeff Cavins introduces his new podcast and recounts the story of his 2016 Harley Pilgrimage. As he...


