This week, Jake and Bob talk about the relationship between parents and children and what it means to honor one another while also being honest about the wounds we've experienced. They explore the dignity of parenthood, the responsibility parents have to create a loving and secure home, and their call to model honor by honoring their children first. They also discuss the honor our parents deserve, how to honor someone who has wounded us, and how to create healthy boundaries in family relationships. Key Points: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Many times, in families, we must learn how to honor others while remaining honest about the ways they have wounded us.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Parents are a child's first representatives of God. But parents have their own wounds and sin and have the capacity to distort a child's understanding of God. </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">While children are called to honor their parents, parents are not meant to occupy the place that belongs to God alone.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Getting married involves a healthy separation from one's parents so that a new family can be established.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The honor owed to parents is connected to their dignity and role, even when they do not always live according to the dignity of that role.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Understanding the stories and wounds of both parents and children helps us to form healthier relationships with family members.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">A child's wounds do not excuse disrespect, just as a parent's wounds do not excuse harmful behavior.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Forgiveness is essential to breaking the cycle in which parents and children continually wound one another.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Forgiveness does not mean returning to an unsafe relationship or abandoning the boundaries necessary to protect one's dignity and family.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Healthy boundaries can create enough space for love to remain without allowing unhealthy attachment or enmeshment to continue.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The amount of distance necessary in a relationship can change as circumstances, maturity, trust, and safety change.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Parents have a responsibility to pursue their own holiness and healing rather than expecting their children to compensate for their wounds.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Children are also called to examine their own hearts, repent of disrespect, and take responsibility for the ways they have wounded their parents.</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.restoretheglorypodcast.com/contact">Submit a Question for a Future Show</a></li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:38 What Does the Church Say About Family Wounds? 11:15 What Does it Mean to Honor One Another? 19:35 Recognizing Our Own Parent's Imperfections 26:23 Forgiveness within Families 32:48 The Responsibility of Parents 38:01 The Responsibility of Children 42:36 Discernment in Setting Boundaries Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob talk about the relationship between parents and children and what it means to honor one another while also being honest about the wounds we've experienced. They explore the dignity of parenthood, the responsibility parents have to create a loving and secure home, and their call to model honor by honoring their children first. They also discuss the honor our parents deserve, how to honor someone who has wounded us, and how to create healthy boundaries in family relationships. Key Points: Many times, in families, we must learn how to honor others while remaining honest about the ways they have wounded us. Parents are a child's first representatives of God. But parents have their own wounds and sin and have the capacity to distort a child's understanding of God. While children are called to honor their parents, parents are not meant to occupy the place that belongs to God alone. Getting married involves a healthy separation from one's parents so that a new family can be established. The honor owed to parents is connected to their dignity and role, even when they do not always live according to the dignity of that role. Understanding the stories and wounds of both parents and children helps us to form healthier relationships with family members. A child's wounds do not excuse disrespect, just as a parent's wounds do not excuse harmful behavior. Forgiveness is essential to breaking the cycle in which parents and children continually wound one another. Forgiveness does not mean returning to an unsafe relationship or abandoning the boundaries necessary to protect one's dignity and family. Healthy boundaries can create enough space for love to remain without allowing unhealthy attachment or enmeshment to continue. The amount of distance necessary in a relationship can change as circumstances, maturity, trust, and safety change. Parents have a responsibility to pursue their own holiness and healing rather than expecting their children to compensate for their wounds. Children are also called to examine their own hearts, repent of disrespect, and take responsibility for the ways they have wounded their parents. Resources: Submit a Question for a Future Show Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:38 What Does the Church Say About Family Wounds? 11:15 What Does it Mean to Honor One Another? 19:35 Recognizing Our Own Parent's Imperfections 26:23 Forgiveness within Families 32:48 The Responsibility of Parents 38:01 The Responsibility of Children 42:36 Discernment in Setting Boundaries Connect with Restore the Glory: Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob talk about the relationship between parents and children and what it means to honor one another while also being honest about the wounds we've experienced. They explore the dignity of parenthood, the responsibility parents have to create a loving and secure home, and their call to model honor by honoring their children first. They also discuss the honor our parents deserve, how to honor someone who has wounded us, and how to create healthy boundaries in family relationships. Key Points: <ul> <li>Many times, in families, we must learn how to honor others while remaining honest about the ways they have wounded us.</li> <li>Parents are a child's first representatives of God. But parents have their own wounds and sin and have the capacity to distort a child's understanding of God. </li> <li>While children are called to honor their parents, parents are not meant to occupy the place that belongs to God alone.</li> <li>Getting married involves a healthy separation from one's parents so that a new family can be established.</li> <li>The honor owed to parents is connected to their dignity and role, even when they do not always live according to the dignity of that role.</li> <li>Understanding the stories and wounds of both parents and children helps us to form healthier relationships with family members.</li> <li>A child's wounds do not excuse disrespect, just as a parent's wounds do not excuse harmful behavior.</li> <li>Forgiveness is essential to breaking the cycle in which parents and children continually wound one another.</li> <li>Forgiveness does not mean returning to an unsafe relationship or abandoning the boundaries necessary to protect one's dignity and family.</li> <li>Healthy boundaries can create enough space for love to remain without allowing unhealthy attachment or enmeshment to continue.</li> <li>The amount of distance necessary in a relationship can change as circumstances, maturity, trust, and safety change.</li> <li>Parents have a responsibility to pursue their own holiness and healing rather than expecting their children to compensate for their wounds.</li> <li>Children are also called to examine their own hearts, repent of disrespect, and take responsibility for the ways they have wounded their parents.</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.restoretheglorypodcast.com/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer">Submit a Question for a Future Show</a></li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:38 What Does the Church Say About Family Wounds? 11:15 What Does it Mean to Honor One Another? 19:35 Recognizing Our Own Parent's Imperfections 26:23 Forgiveness within Families 32:48 The Responsibility of Parents 38:01 The Responsibility of Children 42:36 Discernment in Setting Boundaries Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod" rel="noopener noreferrer">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

Honoring Your Family

This week, Jake and Bob conclude their series on confession with Fr. John Horn and explore the root system behind two deadly sins: sloth (acedia) and lust. Through personal examples, they uncover the deeper attitudes, fears, and wounds that drive these struggles and keep us from intimacy with God. They also discuss how self- reliance, discouragement, and isolation can distort our desires and lead us away from the freedom God offers us through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Key Points: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Virtue grows when our desires are reordered toward God through love rather than fear.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Sloth, or acedia, is often misunderstood as just laziness. It can also manifest as overactivity, restlessness, and self-reliance.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Discouragement is frequently rooted in the belief that we must transform ourselves without God's help.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The remedy for acedia begins with surrendering control and accepting poverty of spirit.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Lust reflects a deeper attempt to satisfy desires apart from God.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Shame, hopelessness, and a lack of purpose often lie beneath struggles with lust.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Confession becomes more fruitful when we bring our underlying attitudes and beliefs rather than only our behaviors.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The Sacrament of Reconciliation restores communion with God, ourselves, the Church, and others.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Freedom grows as we learn to receive the Father's delight and stop holding our sins and weaknesses against ourselves.</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://priestlyformation.org/">Institute for Priestly Formation</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.amorischristi.org/confession">Confession Fourfold </a> </li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:26 The Goal is Not the Removal of Sin 10:57 What is Sloth (Acedia)? 18:40 Personal Examples of Acedia 27:19 Emotion is Not A Sin 38:15 What is Lust? 44:14 A Lack of Hope 65:45 Resources Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob conclude their series on confession with Fr. John Horn and explore the root system behind two deadly sins: sloth (acedia) and lust. Through personal examples, they uncover the deeper attitudes, fears, and wounds that drive these struggles and keep us from intimacy with God. They also discuss how self- reliance, discouragement, and isolation can distort our desires and lead us away from the freedom God offers us through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Key Points: Virtue grows when our desires are reordered toward God through love rather than fear. Sloth, or acedia, is often misunderstood as just laziness. It can also manifest as overactivity, restlessness, and self-reliance. Discouragement is frequently rooted in the belief that we must transform ourselves without God's help. The remedy for acedia begins with surrendering control and accepting poverty of spirit. Lust reflects a deeper attempt to satisfy desires apart from God. Shame, hopelessness, and a lack of purpose often lie beneath struggles with lust. Confession becomes more fruitful when we bring our underlying attitudes and beliefs rather than only our behaviors. The Sacrament of Reconciliation restores communion with God, ourselves, the Church, and others. Freedom grows as we learn to receive the Father's delight and stop holding our sins and weaknesses against ourselves. Resources: Institute for Priestly Formation Confession Fourfold Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:26 The Goal is Not the Removal of Sin 10:57 What is Sloth (Acedia)? 18:40 Personal Examples of Acedia 27:19 Emotion is Not A Sin 38:15 What is Lust? 44:14 A Lack of Hope 65:45 Resources Connect with Restore the Glory: Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob conclude their series on confession with Fr. John Horn and explore the root system behind two deadly sins: sloth (acedia) and lust. Through personal examples, they uncover the deeper attitudes, fears, and wounds that drive these struggles and keep us from intimacy with God. They also discuss how self- reliance, discouragement, and isolation can distort our desires and lead us away from the freedom God offers us through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Key Points: <ul> <li>Virtue grows when our desires are reordered toward God through love rather than fear.</li> <li>Sloth, or acedia, is often misunderstood as just laziness. It can also manifest as overactivity, restlessness, and self-reliance.</li> <li>Discouragement is frequently rooted in the belief that we must transform ourselves without God's help.</li> <li>The remedy for acedia begins with surrendering control and accepting poverty of spirit.</li> <li>Lust reflects a deeper attempt to satisfy desires apart from God.</li> <li>Shame, hopelessness, and a lack of purpose often lie beneath struggles with lust.</li> <li>Confession becomes more fruitful when we bring our underlying attitudes and beliefs rather than only our behaviors.</li> <li>The Sacrament of Reconciliation restores communion with God, ourselves, the Church, and others.</li> <li>Freedom grows as we learn to receive the Father's delight and stop holding our sins and weaknesses against ourselves.</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://priestlyformation.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Institute for Priestly Formation</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amorischristi.org/confession" rel="noopener noreferrer">Confession Fourfold </a> </li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:26 The Goal is Not the Removal of Sin 10:57 What is Sloth (Acedia)? 18:40 Personal Examples of Acedia 27:19 Emotion is Not A Sin 38:15 What is Lust? 44:14 A Lack of Hope 65:45 Resources Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod" rel="noopener noreferrer">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

Confession (Part 3) w/ Fr. John Horn

This week, Jake and Bob are joined by Fr. John Horn, co-founder of the <a href= "https://priestlyformation.org/">Institute for Priestly Formation</a>, to continue their series on confession. They explore how the sin of pride often hides beneath the surface of our spiritual lives and can even affect the way we approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation itself. Using the parable of the Prodigal Son, they also uncover how fear, shame, and self-reliance can keep us from fully receiving the Father's love. At its core, Confession is an encounter with a Father who rejoices over His children and allowing our hearts to receive this love leads us toward deeper healing and freedom Key Points: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Zephaniah's image of God rejoicing and singing over His people reveals the Father's true posture toward repentant sinners.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Many of us approach confession assuming God is disappointed in them rather than delighting in their return.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">St. Thomas Aquinas teaches that "whatever is received is received according to the mode of the receiver." Which means, the disposition of our hearts is connected with our ability to receive the Father's love.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Self-condemnation and self-hatred can be hidden forms of pride rather than genuine humility.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Many deeply rooted patterns of sin become so familiar that we mistake them for normal life instead of areas needing healing.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The younger son's demand for his inheritance reflects a desire for God's gifts apart from relationship with God Himself.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The younger son's return reveals how shame can continue to operate even after repentance begins.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The Father's embrace, kiss, robe, ring, and feast demonstrate God's extravagant response to repentance.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The older brother reveals a different form of pride expressed through resentment, self-righteousness, and comparison.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Resentment often exposes deeper fears, wounds, and unmet desires hidden beneath the surface.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Joy can be difficult to receive when we are attached to self-protection, control, or self-judgment.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">True healing involves uncovering and renouncing the lies that keep us from trusting God's love.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The Holy Spirit restores our original beauty by healing the places where we have rejected ourselves and doubted God's love.</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://priestlyformation.org/">Institute for Priestly Formation</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Zephaniah 3:14-18</li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:25 The Father Rejoices Over His Children 13:38 Disposition Changes Everything 22:42 Entering into the Prodigal Son Story 33:02 Shame and the Younger Son 39:14 The Father's Embrace and Mercy 43:33 The Older Brother's Hidden Pride Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob are joined by Fr. John Horn, co-founder of the Institute for Priestly Formation, to continue their series on confession. They explore how the sin of pride often hides beneath the surface of our spiritual lives and can even affect the way we approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation itself. Using the parable of the Prodigal Son, they also uncover how fear, shame, and self-reliance can keep us from fully receiving the Father's love. At its core, Confession is an encounter with a Father who rejoices over His children and allowing our hearts to receive this love leads us toward deeper healing and freedom Key Points: Zephaniah's image of God rejoicing and singing over His people reveals the Father's true posture toward repentant sinners. Many of us approach confession assuming God is disappointed in them rather than delighting in their return. St. Thomas Aquinas teaches that "whatever is received is received according to the mode of the receiver." Which means, the disposition of our hearts is connected with our ability to receive the Father's love. Self-condemnation and self-hatred can be hidden forms of pride rather than genuine humility. Many deeply rooted patterns of sin become so familiar that we mistake them for normal life instead of areas needing healing. The younger son's demand for his inheritance reflects a desire for God's gifts apart from relationship with God Himself. The younger son's return reveals how shame can continue to operate even after repentance begins. The Father's embrace, kiss, robe, ring, and feast demonstrate God's extravagant response to repentance. The older brother reveals a different form of pride expressed through resentment, self-righteousness, and comparison. Resentment often exposes deeper fears, wounds, and unmet desires hidden beneath the surface. Joy can be difficult to receive when we are attached to self-protection, control, or self-judgment. True healing involves uncovering and renouncing the lies that keep us from trusting God's love. The Holy Spirit restores our original beauty by healing the places where we have rejected ourselves and doubted God's love. Resources: Institute for Priestly Formation Zephaniah 3:14-18 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:25 The Father Rejoices Over His Children 13:38 Disposition Changes Everything 22:42 Entering into the Prodigal Son Story 33:02 Shame and the Younger Son 39:14 The Father's Embrace and Mercy 43:33 The Older Brother's Hidden Pride Connect with Restore the Glory: Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob are joined by Fr. John Horn, co-founder of the <a href="https://priestlyformation.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Institute for Priestly Formation</a>, to continue their series on confession. They explore how the sin of pride often hides beneath the surface of our spiritual lives and can even affect the way we approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation itself. Using the parable of the Prodigal Son, they also uncover how fear, shame, and self-reliance can keep us from fully receiving the Father's love. At its core, Confession is an encounter with a Father who rejoices over His children and allowing our hearts to receive this love leads us toward deeper healing and freedom Key Points: <ul> <li>Zephaniah's image of God rejoicing and singing over His people reveals the Father's true posture toward repentant sinners.</li> <li>Many of us approach confession assuming God is disappointed in them rather than delighting in their return.</li> <li>St. Thomas Aquinas teaches that "whatever is received is received according to the mode of the receiver." Which means, the disposition of our hearts is connected with our ability to receive the Father's love.</li> <li>Self-condemnation and self-hatred can be hidden forms of pride rather than genuine humility.</li> <li>Many deeply rooted patterns of sin become so familiar that we mistake them for normal life instead of areas needing healing.</li> <li>The younger son's demand for his inheritance reflects a desire for God's gifts apart from relationship with God Himself.</li> <li>The younger son's return reveals how shame can continue to operate even after repentance begins.</li> <li>The Father's embrace, kiss, robe, ring, and feast demonstrate God's extravagant response to repentance.</li> <li>The older brother reveals a different form of pride expressed through resentment, self-righteousness, and comparison.</li> <li>Resentment often exposes deeper fears, wounds, and unmet desires hidden beneath the surface.</li> <li>Joy can be difficult to receive when we are attached to self-protection, control, or self-judgment.</li> <li>True healing involves uncovering and renouncing the lies that keep us from trusting God's love.</li> <li>The Holy Spirit restores our original beauty by healing the places where we have rejected ourselves and doubted God's love.</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://priestlyformation.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Institute for Priestly Formation</a></li> <li>Zephaniah 3:14-18</li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:25 The Father Rejoices Over His Children 13:38 Disposition Changes Everything 22:42 Entering into the Prodigal Son Story 33:02 Shame and the Younger Son 39:14 The Father's Embrace and Mercy 43:33 The Older Brother's Hidden Pride Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod" rel="noopener noreferrer">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

Confession (Part 2) w/ Fr. John Horn

This week, Jake and Bob welcome John Edwards (<a href= "https://justaguyinthepew.com/">Just a Guy in the Pew</a>) back to the show to continue his story of conversion and the long journey of healing that followed. John opens up about what happened after his powerful encounter with Christ in a jail cell, including the hard work of rebuilding trust with his wife and children, learning to be vulnerable, and surrendering control. He also talks about the struggle to reconcile with himself, especially the self-hatred and false identities that can remain even after receiving forgiveness from God and others. Through his story, John reminds us that conversion and healing is not a one-time event, but an ongoing invitation to allow Christ to transform every part of our lives. Key Points: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Radical conversion does not instantly repair the relationships damaged over years of destructive behavior.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Simply stopping addictive behaviors is many times not enough for complete healing. This is because deeper wounds like selfishness and self-focus also need to be healed.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Life is not ultimately about ourselves but about loving and serving the people God had entrusted to us.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Self-reliance, control, and selfishness are not merely struggles unique to addicts but can quietly affect the lives of many people.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Vulnerability is not weakness but an act of courage that allows a person to acknowledge the truth about himself and receive help.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Reconciliation reveals God not as an angry judge waiting to punish us but as a loving Father who desires our good and wants to walk with us.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The reconciliation of our relationships requires us to examine our own responsibility rather than waiting for other people to change.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Reconciling with ourselves requires confronting the lies that attack our identity and continually renewing our minds with the truth of who God says we are.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Self-forgiveness is essential because refusing to receive God's forgiveness for ourselves can keep us bound to the identity of our past. </li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://store.justaguyinthepew.com/collections/frontpage/products/power-made-perfect-finding-true-strength-in-christ-autographed-book"> Power Made Perfect</a> by John Edwards</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://justaguyinthepew.com/">Just a Guy in The Pew</a> Website</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://jpiihealingcenter.org/redeemed/">Redeemed Men's Retreat</a> with the JPII Healing Center</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.restoretheglorypodcast.com/episodes/149">Episode 149: Healing in Men (Part 1) w/ John Edwards</a></li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:10 John's Unmasking 07:18 The One Priest Who Changed His Life 12:06 From Self-Focus to Self-Gift 19:41 The Courage to Become Vulnerable 26:20 Reconciliation with God 33:51 Reconciling with Yourself 37:28 Breaking the Voice of Self Hatred 49:11 The Long Road to Rebuilding Trust 57:30 Finding Freedom from Addiction Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob welcome John Edwards (Just a Guy in the Pew) back to the show to continue his story of conversion and the long journey of healing that followed. John opens up about what happened after his powerful encounter with Christ in a jail cell, including the hard work of rebuilding trust with his wife and children, learning to be vulnerable, and surrendering control. He also talks about the struggle to reconcile with himself, especially the self-hatred and false identities that can remain even after receiving forgiveness from God and others. Through his story, John reminds us that conversion and healing is not a one-time event, but an ongoing invitation to allow Christ to transform every part of our lives. Key Points: Radical conversion does not instantly repair the relationships damaged over years of destructive behavior. Simply stopping addictive behaviors is many times not enough for complete healing. This is because deeper wounds like selfishness and self-focus also need to be healed. Life is not ultimately about ourselves but about loving and serving the people God had entrusted to us. Self-reliance, control, and selfishness are not merely struggles unique to addicts but can quietly affect the lives of many people. Vulnerability is not weakness but an act of courage that allows a person to acknowledge the truth about himself and receive help. Reconciliation reveals God not as an angry judge waiting to punish us but as a loving Father who desires our good and wants to walk with us. The reconciliation of our relationships requires us to examine our own responsibility rather than waiting for other people to change. Reconciling with ourselves requires confronting the lies that attack our identity and continually renewing our minds with the truth of who God says we are. Self-forgiveness is essential because refusing to receive God's forgiveness for ourselves can keep us bound to the identity of our past. Resources: Power Made Perfect by John Edwards Just a Guy in The Pew Website Redeemed Men's Retreat with the JPII Healing Center Episode 149: Healing in Men (Part 1) w/ John Edwards Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:10 John's Unmasking 07:18 The One Priest Who Changed His Life 12:06 From Self-Focus to Self-Gift 19:41 The Courage to Become Vulnerable 26:20 Reconciliation with God 33:51 Reconciling with Yourself 37:28 Breaking the Voice of Self Hatred 49:11 The Long Road to Rebuilding Trust 57:30 Finding Freedom from Addiction Connect with Restore the Glory: Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob welcome John Edwards (<a href="https://justaguyinthepew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Just a Guy in the Pew</a>) back to the show to continue his story of conversion and the long journey of healing that followed. John opens up about what happened after his powerful encounter with Christ in a jail cell, including the hard work of rebuilding trust with his wife and children, learning to be vulnerable, and surrendering control. He also talks about the struggle to reconcile with himself, especially the self-hatred and false identities that can remain even after receiving forgiveness from God and others. Through his story, John reminds us that conversion and healing is not a one-time event, but an ongoing invitation to allow Christ to transform every part of our lives. Key Points: <ul> <li>Radical conversion does not instantly repair the relationships damaged over years of destructive behavior.</li> <li>Simply stopping addictive behaviors is many times not enough for complete healing. This is because deeper wounds like selfishness and self-focus also need to be healed.</li> <li>Life is not ultimately about ourselves but about loving and serving the people God had entrusted to us.</li> <li>Self-reliance, control, and selfishness are not merely struggles unique to addicts but can quietly affect the lives of many people.</li> <li>Vulnerability is not weakness but an act of courage that allows a person to acknowledge the truth about himself and receive help.</li> <li>Reconciliation reveals God not as an angry judge waiting to punish us but as a loving Father who desires our good and wants to walk with us.</li> <li>The reconciliation of our relationships requires us to examine our own responsibility rather than waiting for other people to change.</li> <li>Reconciling with ourselves requires confronting the lies that attack our identity and continually renewing our minds with the truth of who God says we are.</li> <li>Self-forgiveness is essential because refusing to receive God's forgiveness for ourselves can keep us bound to the identity of our past. </li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://store.justaguyinthepew.com/collections/frontpage/products/power-made-perfect-finding-true-strength-in-christ-autographed-book" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Power Made Perfect</a> by John Edwards</li> <li><a href="https://justaguyinthepew.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Just a Guy in The Pew</a> Website</li> <li><a href="https://jpiihealingcenter.org/redeemed/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Redeemed Men's Retreat</a> with the JPII Healing Center</li> <li><a href="https://www.restoretheglorypodcast.com/episodes/149" rel="noopener noreferrer">Episode 149: Healing in Men (Part 1) w/ John Edwards</a></li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:10 John's Unmasking 07:18 The One Priest Who Changed His Life 12:06 From Self-Focus to Self-Gift 19:41 The Courage to Become Vulnerable 26:20 Reconciliation with God 33:51 Reconciling with Yourself 37:28 Breaking the Voice of Self Hatred 49:11 The Long Road to Rebuilding Trust 57:30 Finding Freedom from Addiction Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod" rel="noopener noreferrer">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

Healing After Addiction w/ John Edwards

This week, Jake and Bob discuss the subtle ways the enemy gains influence in our lives through the interpretations, judgements, and conclusions we draw in the ordinary moments of everyday life. They explore how these footholds can gradually become strongholds, why fear and shame often lie beneath our attempts to protect ourselves, and how distorted images of God shape the way we see the world. No matter where you may find footholds in your life, there is hope. Through simple acts of trust each day, we can learn to let God become our true stronghold. Key Points: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The enemy often gains influence through subtle interpretations in everyday life rather than obvious temptations.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Strongholds are built through repeated agreements with lies, judgments, and false beliefs.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Fear frequently lies underneath anger and drives many of our defensive reactions.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Footholds become believable because they attach themselves to existing wounds and vulnerabilities.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Pride convinces us that we fully understand another person's motives or God's actions.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">A lack of peace and the absence of the fruits of the Spirit can reveal areas of bondage.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Confession is a powerful place to bring our agreements with lies and receive grace.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Renouncing lies and proclaiming truth is a simple but effective daily practice to loosen the bonds of footholds.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Lasting freedom grows through repeated, small acts of trust that allow God to become our true stronghold.</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://jpiihealingcenter.org/product/healing-prayers-and-renunciations/"> Healing Prayers and Renunciations Booklet</a></li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:41 How the Enemy Gains A Foothold 10:07 Anger, Fear and Speaking Truth 14:45 Fear: Emotion vs Wound 24:44 Recognizing Strongholds in Daily Life 33:28 Breaking Agreements and Experiencing Freedom 42:35 The Power of Small Acts of Trust Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob discuss the subtle ways the enemy gains influence in our lives through the interpretations, judgements, and conclusions we draw in the ordinary moments of everyday life. They explore how these footholds can gradually become strongholds, why fear and shame often lie beneath our attempts to protect ourselves, and how distorted images of God shape the way we see the world. No matter where you may find footholds in your life, there is hope. Through simple acts of trust each day, we can learn to let God become our true stronghold. Key Points: The enemy often gains influence through subtle interpretations in everyday life rather than obvious temptations. Strongholds are built through repeated agreements with lies, judgments, and false beliefs. Fear frequently lies underneath anger and drives many of our defensive reactions. Footholds become believable because they attach themselves to existing wounds and vulnerabilities. Pride convinces us that we fully understand another person's motives or God's actions. A lack of peace and the absence of the fruits of the Spirit can reveal areas of bondage. Confession is a powerful place to bring our agreements with lies and receive grace. Renouncing lies and proclaiming truth is a simple but effective daily practice to loosen the bonds of footholds. Lasting freedom grows through repeated, small acts of trust that allow God to become our true stronghold. Resources: Healing Prayers and Renunciations Booklet Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:41 How the Enemy Gains A Foothold 10:07 Anger, Fear and Speaking Truth 14:45 Fear: Emotion vs Wound 24:44 Recognizing Strongholds in Daily Life 33:28 Breaking Agreements and Experiencing Freedom 42:35 The Power of Small Acts of Trust Connect with Restore the Glory: Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

This week, Jake and Bob discuss the subtle ways the enemy gains influence in our lives through the interpretations, judgements, and conclusions we draw in the ordinary moments of everyday life. They explore how these footholds can gradually become strongholds, why fear and shame often lie beneath our attempts to protect ourselves, and how distorted images of God shape the way we see the world. No matter where you may find footholds in your life, there is hope. Through simple acts of trust each day, we can learn to let God become our true stronghold. Key Points: <ul> <li>The enemy often gains influence through subtle interpretations in everyday life rather than obvious temptations.</li> <li>Strongholds are built through repeated agreements with lies, judgments, and false beliefs.</li> <li>Fear frequently lies underneath anger and drives many of our defensive reactions.</li> <li>Footholds become believable because they attach themselves to existing wounds and vulnerabilities.</li> <li>Pride convinces us that we fully understand another person's motives or God's actions.</li> <li>A lack of peace and the absence of the fruits of the Spirit can reveal areas of bondage.</li> <li>Confession is a powerful place to bring our agreements with lies and receive grace.</li> <li>Renouncing lies and proclaiming truth is a simple but effective daily practice to loosen the bonds of footholds.</li> <li>Lasting freedom grows through repeated, small acts of trust that allow God to become our true stronghold.</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://jpiihealingcenter.org/product/healing-prayers-and-renunciations/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Healing Prayers and Renunciations Booklet</a></li> </ul> Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:41 How the Enemy Gains A Foothold 10:07 Anger, Fear and Speaking Truth 14:45 Fear: Emotion vs Wound 24:44 Recognizing Strongholds in Daily Life 33:28 Breaking Agreements and Experiencing Freedom 42:35 The Power of Small Acts of Trust Connect with Restore the Glory: <ul> <li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/restoretheglorypodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@restoretheglorypodcast</a> </li> <li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RestoreGloryPod" rel="noopener noreferrer">@RestoreGloryPod</a></li> <li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/restoretheglorypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Restore the Glory Podcast</a></li> </ul> Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!

Footholds

Bob and Jake start a series on the Theology of the Body (TOB) by sharing stories of how the TOB has brought healing into people's lives. They discuss various aspects that are essential to the healing process and ground TOB as an essential background for healing.

Bob and Jake start a series on the Theology of the Body (TOB) by sharing stories of how the TOB has brought healing into people's lives. They discuss various aspects that are essential to the healing process and ground TOB as an essential background for healing.

Theology of the Body & Healing: Part 1 (Introduction)

Bob and Jake discuss how their (and our) life story is the critical backdrop to our healing journey.

Bob and Jake discuss how their (and our) life story is the critical backdrop to our healing journey.

Our Background

Bob and Jake share some stories about their personal restoration and how important honest and openness are in the healing journey.

Bob and Jake share some stories about their personal restoration and how important honest and openness are in the healing journey.

Our Story

We are two Catholic therapists with over 50 years combined experience who now lead healing ministries. We are excited to share what we've learned and experienced to help you have greater freedom.

We are two Catholic therapists with over 50 years combined experience who now lead healing ministries. We are excited to share what we've learned and experienced to help you have greater freedom.

Introduction to Restore The Glory Podcast

A practical discussion where two former therapists share what they learned professionally and experienced personally about the healing and restoration of our God-given glory

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