Seeing the world through a biblical lens changes everything—especially our relationships. In this episode, I reflect on how God has revealed His fatherhood to me through my own dad, shaping my understanding of love, guidance, and discipline. I also share how the biblical concept of covenants transformed my perspective on marriage and family, particularly in my relationship with my in-laws. When we embrace God’s design for fatherhood and covenant bonds, we begin to see our lives—and our responsibilities—through His eyes.

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Among all the figures in the Old Testament, David stands apart. He is anointed with the Spirit, obedient from his youth, and praises God with his whole heart. Yet, his story is not one of perfection—it is one of repentance. In this episode, I explore why David is the central figure of the Old Testament, how his life foreshadows Christ, and what we can learn from both his faithfulness and his failings. From his triumphs to his fall with Bathsheba, David’s response to sin teaches us what it truly means to be a man after God’s own heart.

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Our surroundings have a profound impact on our spiritual lives. After moving across the street from my church, I’ve experienced firsthand how being near the Eucharist and surrounding myself with visible reminders of Christ has transformed my prayer life. In this episode, I reflect on the power of sacred spaces, from a crucifix above my fireplace to the stillness of adoration, and how they help us open our hearts to Christ. Drawing from Scripture, St. John Paul II’s call to “open wide the doors to Christ,” and the powerful imagery of Aslan peeling away Eustace’s dragon skin in The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, we’ll explore how intentional changes in our environment can lead to a deeper encounter with Jesus.

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In Genesis 3, after the fall, God calls out to Adam, "Where are you?" Sin makes us want to hide—from God, from others, and even from ourselves. In this episode, I reflect on how our natural response to sin is often shame and isolation, but Christ calls us to something different: openness, intimacy, and trust in Him. I also share my own struggles in this area and what it means to step out of hiding and into His grace.

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Growing closer to Christ isn’t automatic—it takes effort, discipline, and a willingness to confront our own shortcomings. In this episode, I reflect on the ways I’ve fallen short in my spiritual habits and the struggle to build a life centered on Christ. From prayer and Scripture to daily discipline, I explore the need to actively strive for holiness rather than settle for complacency. The Christian life is a battle, and if we’re not fighting for holiness, we’re drifting away from it.

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The world needs strong men—dangerous men—not in the sense of recklessness, but men who are capable and disciplined, using their strength for good. In this episode, I explore the importance of cultivating true masculinity, modeled after Christ, and highlight five saints who embodied this virtue by channeling their strength in the service of God and others.

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The Christian life is a constant call to go further up—deeper in prayer, stronger in virtue, and closer to Christ in every aspect of life. In this first episode, I introduce the mission of Further Up: to never settle, to always pursue holiness, and to strive for God in all we do. This podcast is about the daily battle to grow in faith, overcome spiritual stagnation, and seek Christ with everything we have.

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