An episode with a bit more gravitas than usual as this week, Ralph discusses the necessity of the cross. Ralph reminds us that the gifts and graces we have access to today come at a cost, and the price is Jesus' life. In a mysterious way, each of us is invited to participate in the sufferings of Christ, and insodoing, we will be more equipped to walk in the Spirit.

Ralph shares a glimpse into the human needs and hurts of the apostles which can encourage us to expect the same help they received from the Lord in our moments of need.

Ralph offers an important teaching on mercy: what it is and what it isn't. This week's episode will show you how important it is to embrace the mission to speak to the world about the great mercy of God, to prepare the world for the second coming. 

This week, Ralph shares a very personal story to illustrate how deeply God loves us. To see a beautiful image of the event, check out our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Q2yUFJ0u79. 

Merry Christmas to all of you in listener land! We are back to wrap up our two-part series with Ralph preaching on how the Gospel presents a sharp and clear need to decide for or against Christ, and how frequently the message is blurred.

"I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me" (Gal. 2:20).

This week, Ralph draws our attention to the amazing reality that the Word didn’t just become flesh in Jesus but is becoming flesh in us. He explores the fact that the Incarnation is continuing in a very real way, in us! 

St. John Paul II's Apostolic Letter, "Novo Millenio Ineunte": https://bit.ly/3EiqKTm

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In another two-part series, Ralph preaches on how the Gospel presents a sharp and clear need to decide for or against Christ, and how frequently the message is blurred.

Happy Feast of the Immaculate Conception! 

There are many occasions to reflect on the gift of our Blessed Mother in these days. Today Ralph reflects on the words of Our Lady of Guadalupe to St. Juan Diego, to remind us how deeply we are loved. 

To see an infographic describing the miraculous image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, visit: https://churchpop.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/1-5.jpg

“It is worth making every sacrifice to persevere to the end. It is worth making every sacrifice and picking up our cross every day to stay with Jesus.”

We hope you have had a blessed beginning to Advent and treasure this time to prepare your heart for Jesus. This week, we have part two of our series where Ralph speaks of our deep need to understand the great holiness of God to properly view the rest of life. If you missed Part 1 last week, you can find it here: https://apple.co/32H0AwB. 

This week, we have part one of a two-part series. Ralph speaks of our deep need to understand the great holiness of God to properly view the rest of life. Both this week and next week's episodes will be a wonderful way to prepare for and begin this Advent season, as we look forward to the coming of the newborn Lord, the light of the world.