Podcast

Today I’m talking to Keith Nester, a former Protestant pastor who converted to Catholicism after a decade-long exploration of faith. The approachable founder of Down to Earth Ministries and the “Catholic Feedback” podcast delves into faith and culture and shares insights he has gained as a pastor, youth minister, and convert.

On this podcast we learn that:

– Individual conversion stories differ with regard to timelines and motivations.
– The richness of Catholic traditions and reverence for scripture elevate spirituality.
– It’s important to listen to your heart and open your mind when contemplating conversion.

Take a seat in the pew and join us!

On today’s podcast we’re talking about the process (or steps) we can take to get back to God. Each week, men ask if there’s a formula they can follow to live an authentic Christian life. Luckily, the path to salvation isn’t complex, even though it can bring discomfort.

In this episode, we discover that:
– You don’t have to be perfect to be saved by Jesus.
– It’s important to realize that you can’t fix yourself, you need His help.
– The way is to believe in Him, repent, give thanks and commit to change.

Are you ready to get back to God? Take a seat in the pew and join us!

Today Victor and I are talking about how easy it is to focus on what we don’t have instead of the many blessings bestowed on us by God. We think, “If I had ___, then I’d be happy.” This can lead us to addictions to fill the void. Instead, we should be thankful for everything in our lives.

In this episode, we’ll learn that:

– If we focus on what we think is missing from our lives, we can turn to addictions to fill the void.
– We have so many comforts that others don’t have, it’s easy to take them for granted.
– Maintaining a positive attitude and giving thanks to God for even the smallest things leads to true happiness.

Today we’re talking about how challenging it can be to live in faith. Jesus asks us to put Him first in our lives, above everything else. We worry about what this means for our families and careers and what comforts we’ll give up in the process.

In this podcast, we learn that:
– It’s important to be in constant conversation with God, from morning prayers to evening thanks.
– Catholics have many tools to help us grow closer to God, such as Mass, the Rosary, and Adoration.
– Asking God for forgiveness for past sins can get us back on track.

Today, we’re going to hear Victor Adams’ story; it’s about a boy who grows up thinking he needs to be what others expect of him and a young man who realizes that living a life of integrity means accepting God’s plan instead.

In this episode we’ll learn that:
– We are sometimes so afraid that we’ll disappoint other people, we don’t allow ourselves to see God’s plan for us.
– Taking up the cross and following Christ is never easy, but it’s vital if we’re going to live with integrity.
– It’s important as Christians that we preach by the way we live.
– Jesus is the best example of someone who led with integrity, even when it was very hard.

Today, Deacon Jeff joins me as co-host, and together we’re talking about taking the first steps in restoring our relationship with God. When we get ourselves into a bind, we sometimes fall into a kind of opportunity paralysis. Truthfully, there’s a fool-proof process we should take when we need to return to the Father and ask for His help.

In this episode, we’ll learn that:
– Humility is the first step toward rebuilding a relationship with God.
– Allowing ourselves to be vulnerable keeps us open to His plan.
– When we surrender ourselves to God’s will, we are able to fully experience His help and love.
– The Parable of the Prodigal Son is a great example of how humility, vulnerability and surrender create a path toward reconciliation with the Father.