A Faith and Love Journey: Ashley and Nick's Story

Join us as Julie sits down with Ashley and Nick, a newly engaged couple whose love story is a testament to God's glory and goodness. In this episode, they share their journey of faith, personal growth, and the choices to pursue virtue that they've made to nurture their relationship. From their individual paths of rediscovering their faith to meeting at a retreat, and practicing chastity while dating, Ashley and Nick offer inspiring insights on living a Christ-centered life and the importance of trust, prayer, and intentional love. Stay tuned for a heartfelt conversation filled with valuable lessons on love, faith, and the beauty of God’s plans.

00:00 Introduction to Ashley and Nick's Love Story
01:52 Ashley's Journey to Faith
05:09 Nick's Journey to Faith
12:34 Ashley's Move to Georgia
19:08 The Retreat and First Meeting
23:25 A Retreat Encounter
24:00 A Clear Sign from God
25:10 The First Move
26:51 Long-Distance Challenges
29:10 Making It Work
32:23 Practicing Chastity
42:44 Advice for Singles
47:36 A Prayer for Guidance

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St. Paul saving someone from suicide and Is infant baptism biblical? Is infant baptism in the bible? The episode is about why I initially thought being Catholic was a terrible idea and how my views changed, focusing on the topic of infant baptism. I explain three reasons that changed my mind: biblical instances of entire families being baptized, particularly citing Acts Chapter 16; the historical context with larger family sizes; Jesus's call to "let the children come to him," and the practice of infant baptism endorsed by early church figures like St. Cyprian. What is your take on this Catholic vs protestant debate? When to baptize a child?

00:00 Introduction to Infant Baptism
00:35 Biblical Evidence for Infant Baptism
01:25 Historical Context and Family Dynamics
02:12 Acts Chapter 16: Lydia's Household
03:15 Acts Chapter 16: The Jailer’s Household
05:31 Early Church Writings and St. Cyprian
06:15 Conclusion: Embracing Infant Baptism

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The unexpected ways God can show up during Eucharistic Adoration.

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The third reason why I thought Catholicism was a terrible idea: Catholicism was not biblical enough. How learning about the origin of the bible forced me to confront my anti-catholic attitude.

⛪️❤️ #BibleTruth #Catholicism #CatholicFaith #FaithJourney #ScriptureAndTradition #CatholicConversion #FaithTransformation #AuthorityInFaith #UnityInFaith

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Ever wonder what is the point of life? What is your purpose? Why are you here?

Finding Purpose Through Gratitude and Love: A Christian Perspective

In today's episode, we discuss finding purpose and fulfilling our mission as Christians by practicing love and gratitude. The speaker shares personal challenges and emphasizes the importance of being intentional in showing love, especially during difficult times. Practical examples, such as writing notes of appreciation, are given to inspire viewers to express gratitude towards their loved ones. The episode also includes a heartfelt prayer asking for divine assistance in living a life full of love, patience, and forgiveness.

00:00 Finding Your Purpose
00:18 Challenges in Loving Others
00:46 Practicing Gratitude
01:38 Expressing Love Through Notes
01:49 Ideas for Loving Notes
02:29 Biblical Insights on Love
03:28 A Prayer for Love and Patience
04:19 Closing Blessing

#lifepurpose, #Christianmotivation, #gratitude
Enjoy this Christian prayer for the purpose of life! What do you think? Do you agree? What am I leaving out?? Comment on Youtube!

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This is a beautiful meditation that can be prayed with the same beads as the rosary. This is the prayer meditation that I try to do every day around 3 pm. I also found this prayer to be a huge solace to pray at the bedside of my beloved grandfather as he was passing from this life to the next. I hope you enjoy it and find yourself drawing nearer and nearer to His love and mercy each day.


For more information and a step-by-step guide on how to pray it with beads (the original fidget spinner): https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/devotions/pray-the-chaplet

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How One Man Transformed His Marriage Instantly (Without Talking!)

Discover a simple and free way to enhance and strengthen your marriage without the need for conversation. This method involves a brief, daily practice that profoundly transformed a couple's relationship. Learn how to make your spouse feel loved and cherished, going beyond traditional gestures like flowers. Both men and women can adopt this quick approach to deepen their marital bond.

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🚪🗝️Ever questioned confession or thought it was just a 'Catholic thing'? Discover how I found healing and freedom through this powerful sacrament. 🙏✨ Struggling with serious sin weighing you down? There's a healing encounter waiting for you. From deep skepticism to awe and gratitude, join me as I explore the impactful transformation reconciliation has brought to my life. 💖🔑

In this episode, I explore my initial skepticism towards the Catholic faith, particularly the practice of confession. Initially, I believed that only God could forgive sins and viewed Catholic sacraments with deep suspicion. Through scriptural exploration and reflection, I realized how Catholic teachings on mortal and venial sins aligned with the Bible. I share personal experiences of healing and freedom gained through confession, emphasizing how the sacrament has impacted my faith journey. I encourage both Catholics and Protestants to rediscover or experience the power of confession.

00:00 Introduction: Misconceptions About Catholicism

00:48 Reason #2: Skepticism Towards Confession

01:41 Biblical Basis for Confession

04:56 Personal Transformation and Acceptance

06:56 Understanding Mortal Sin

08:24 The Healing Power of Confession

12:16 Encouragement and Conclusion

#Confession #SpiritualGrowth #Faith #CatholicFaith #Forgiveness #HealingJourney #ConversionStory #CatholicJourney

Curious about joining in full communion with the church? Contact your local parish church office today and ask about signing up for the "Order of Christian Initiation" aka OCI classes today!

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