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The 7th Commandment... This one’s one that sounds pretty simple on the surface — “You shall not steal.” Most of us probably think, I don’t rob banks, I don’t swipe candy bars from the store… I’m good!” But like most of the Commandments, the Seventh one goes way deeper than we think. It’s not just about stealing—it’s about stewardship, justice, and love. In the beginning, God gave us this beautiful...

Jake and Cathy sit down with Austin Kelly , CEO of ChristianChannel.com , a growing faith-based streaming and podcast network dedicated to sharing inspiring movies, documentaries, and stories rooted in the Catholic faith. Austin is also the Co-Creator and Director of the independent Catholic TV series Knights of the Cross — a cinematic retelling of faith, sacrifice, and courage during the Crusades...

Would you give up everything for God? In this episode, Jake and Cathy chat with Catherine Macora , a lay consecrated woman with Regnum Christi , who did just that — and found peace, purpose, and deep joy in return. Catherine shares what it’s like to live in community, serve on mission, and discover freedom in total surrender to Christ. Her story will challenge and inspire you to listen for God’s v...

Jake and Cathy catch up with Catholic singer-songwriter Aly Aleigha to talk about her journey of drawing hearts to Christ through music. She shares how the Camino inspired “ Wait Out the Rain ” and teases the story behind Aurora —a new song born from something that helped her and her now-husband through a long-distance relationship. Plus, get a sneak peek at her August 30 concert at the Cup O’ Joy...

Today… we’re tackling a commandment you might be tempted to skip over in your examination of conscience. The fifth commandment: “ You shall not kill.” Now if you’re anything like me, your first thought might be: “Well, I haven’t murdered anyone. I’m good here. Let’s move on.” But, Jesus takes this commandment, like He does all the others, and flips the script. He says in Matthew 5:22: “Everyone wh...

In the midst of pain, where is God? Does He care? In this episode, Jake and Cathy explore the reality that we live in a fallen world where suffering is inevitable. They unpack the dangers of “manifesting” and the tendency to leave God out of our hopes and desires. Instead, they offer a Catholic perspective on redemptive suffering - how God can use pain and trials to purify us, draw us closer to Hi...

You might think the fourth commandment “honor your father and mother” is just for kids… but actually it applies to you too.  🏡 Honoring Beyond Obedience The Fourth Commandment does include obedience when you’re young like the classic “listen to your mom and dad” and “do your chores” thing. But the Catechism of the Catholic Church, in paragraph 2197, reminds us that this commandment reveals the or...

Nathan Lancaster , a missionary with the Holy Spirit Newman Center at the University of Kentucky , opens up about the moment that changed everything— SEEK 2019 from FOCUS . What began as a personal encounter with Christ turned into a life of full-time mission on a college campus. In this episode, Nathan shares what it's really like to walk alongside students in their search for meaning, truth,...

Ever feel like your prayers for a miracle are going unanswered? In this episode, Jake and Cathy open up about how easy it is to chase happiness in all the wrong places—when Jesus is the only one who can truly satisfy. They talk about what it means to put God first, and how real peace comes when our lives are centered on Him. Plus, they unpack the idea that hope isn't about expecting a specific...

So here’s a question for you:  When was the last time you really,  truly , rested? I don’t mean just crashing on the couch scrolling through your phone—I mean soul-deep rest. The kind that fills you up and reconnects you with who you are… and whose you are. God made you in  His  image. You were literally handcrafted to reflect Him—His goodness, His creativity, and yes, even His rhythm of work and...

Yesterday we were introduced to our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV! Jake and Cathy share what could be at the heart of his pontificate and how the papacy can help us deepen our Catholic identity. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "music by audionautix.com" Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Music released by A...

Have you ever had that moment where someone important remembers your name? Like a boss, or a teacher, or maybe someone you really admire. Doesn’t that feel amazing? It’s like— whoa, I exist. I matter. I’m not just a face in the crowd. Did you know that  God started His relationship with us  by doing something really vulnerable? In Exodus chapter 3, God appears to Moses in the burning bush, and Mos...

As the Catholic Church grieves the loss of our Holy Father, we give thanks to God for the witness Pope Francis gave us. He taught us to always remember the poor and forgotten. Jake and Cathy reflect on his legacy and what they appreciated most about him. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "music by audionautix.com" Adventures by A...

Whatever cross is in your life right now, Jesus is there to strengthen you and give you grace. This Good Friday, Jake and Cathy reflect on the suffering Jesus experienced. You can receive the heavenly glory He won for you on the Cross. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "music by audionautix.com" Adventures by A Himitsu https://sou...

Relics of the saints are scattered across the U.S.—but until now, there’s been no easy way to find them. Enter The Relic Project, founded by Anthony Di Mauro, a game-changing initiative to help Catholics like you connect with the saints, grow in faith, and rediscover the beauty of relics in our modern world. Whether you're craving spiritual inspiration or planning a pilgrimage, TheRelicProject...

You were made to be in a relationship with the living God and His first commandment is that you should worship Him alone. God commands us to love Him because He loves us first.  The First Commandment of the Ten Commandments is “I am the Lord your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt. You shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself a graven image.” Jesus in the Gospe...

If your Lenten sacrifices have been difficult this year, Jake and Cathy encourage you to lean on God's grace, not your own strength. They explain how the Prodigal Son passage can help us better trust in God's abundant mercy. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "music by audionautix.com" Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himits...

Do you ever have trouble following rules because you feel like they restrict you in some way? The Lord has given us the Ten Commandments not to take away our freedom but rather to allow us to be truly free. St John Paul II said “freedom consists not in doing what we like, but in doing what we ought”  The CCC 2057 states that the Ten Commandments first must be understood in the context of Exodus wh...

Jake and Cathy talk to Seph Schlueter, popular artist and founder of Damascus Worship, about how to be grateful for blessings even when times are difficult. He also shares how Catholics can be a bridge of unity among Protestant denominations. You can hear his music on our 24/7 Christian music radio station called TruthPop Radio ! Listen any time at truthpop.net or on the free Live365 app . -------...

If you or someone you know is struggling with pornography addiction, you can receive help and accountability through Covenant Eyes . Theo McManigal, the Catholic Church Outreach Specialist, explains how you can start the process of healing and promote purity in our culture. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "music by audionautix.com" Adventures by...

Sharing the faith can be daunting; that's why Jacob Ciccarelli and his team founded Truthly, the Catholic Action app. Jake and Cathy caught up with him at SEEK; learn more about how you can strengthen your evangelization skills through artificial intelligence. Check out their website here ! --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "music by audionautix.co...

What is a day on set at 'The Chosen' like? Jake and Cathy sit down with Giavani Cairo, who plays St. Jude on the acclaimed series. He shares how the show helped to revitalize his faith and how he has grown in devotion to St. Jude from playing his character.

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Introducing 'Catholic Kernel of Truth' from TruthPop! Dive into short, digestible, and catechetical knowledge that will help you learn and grow in your Catholic faith. Learn about the 'Holy Orders' in this CKoT. Did you know that by your baptism you have been made a priest, prophet and king and that you are able to make offerings to God? However, Jesus also established a ministeria...

Advent is a great time for us to grow in hope, peace, joy, and love. Jake, Cathy, and Trevor explore specific ways that we can live out these models of Christian virtue in our modern culture. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "music by audionautix.com" Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Music released by Argofox https://youtu....