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Deep in Scripture Radio
by Marcus Grodi
A scripture study podcast hosted Marcus Grodi and created by the Coming Home Network. Being deep in history & deep in scripture leads us deeper into Christ!
Episodes
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A Post-Thanksgiving Reflection - Marcus Grodi
For last week's special Thanksgiving episode, Marcus Grodi shared a portion of a sermon he gave as part of a Thanksgiving service back when he was a Presbyterian pastor in 1985. That message focused on Philippians 4:4-7, in which St. Paul calls us to present our requests to God with gratitude...
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Marcus Grodi Reflects on a Thanksgiving Sermon He Preached in 1985
In a special Thanksgiving edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi shares audio from a sermon he preached on the Sunday before Thanksgiving in 1985, when he was still a Presbyterian pastor in central Ohio. The text for that sermon came from Philippians 4:6, where St. Paul exhorts his readers to...
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St. Cyprian of Carthage and Perseverance to the End - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Marcus and JonMarc Grodi wrap up their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer, specifically looking at the implications of what it means to ask for God's will to be done in our lives. The last points that St. Cyprian makes in this passage have to do with following God's...
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St. Cyprian of Carthage on Preferring Nothing to Christ - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their series looking at St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer, specifically focusing on St. Cyprian's thoughts regarding the will of God. St. Cyprian tells us to "prefer nothing whatever to Christ, because He did not prefer anything to us."…
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St. Cyprian of Carthage and the Fear of the Lord - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer by diving even deeper into what it means to ask for God's will to be done in our lives. What exactly does the fear of the Lord mean, properly understood? What are its implications in regard to...
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St. Cyprian of Carthage on Love of God and Neighbor - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
As Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage's remarks on the Lord's Prayer, they look at what he has to say about love of God and neighbor. St. Cyprian speaks of the need "to love God with all one's heart; to love Him in that He is a Father; (and) to fear Him in…
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St. Cyprian of Carthage on Willingness to Suffer - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their series on St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer by looking at one of the most difficult aspects of what it means to pray the seemingly simple phrase, "thy will be done." It can be manageable to live that principle when it comes to obeying...
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St. Cyprian of Carthage on Moral Discipline - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
As Marcus and JonMarc make their way through St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer, they look at what he has to say about the importance of maintaining control over our bodily passions. As human beings, what we do with our bodies has implications for our souls. St. Cyprian…
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St. Cyprian of Carthage on Justice and Mercy – Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage’s treatise on the Lord’s Prayer, this time around focusing on what St. Cyprian has to say about the relationship between justice and mercy. To focus on justice to the exclusion of mercy leads to legalism; to focus on mercy…
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St. Cyprian of Carthage on Prudence and Self Control - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their study of St. Cyprian of Carthage’s treatise on the Lord’s Prayer, they look at the way St. Cyprian talks about moderation and self control in the spiritual life. What is the relationship between our will and our passions? How do we avoid the complacency…
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St. Cyprian of Carthage on Humility in the Lord's Prayer - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
In this episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue to look at St. Cyprian of Carthage's treatise on the Lord's Prayer. This time around, they look at the way that the "Our Father" calls us to have the humility to conform our will to the will of God, and Marcus specifically...
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Going Deep in Christ with St. Cyprian of Carthage - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Taking a slightly different approach to Scripture study, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look at the Lord's Prayer through the eyes of St. Cyprian of Carthage, a 3rd century bishop and martyr. Focusing specifically on the phrase "Thy will be done," Marcus and JonMarc unpack St. Cyprian's wisdom when it...
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Facing Difficulties with an Eye Toward Heaven - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
As our nation and world continue to be faced with disease, injustice, and unrest, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look at some passages from Scripture that model for us what it means to trust Christ in the midst of difficulty. St. Paul in particular speaks strongly to what it means to prefer union with...
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Remaining in Christ While Waiting for the Sacraments - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
In many parts of the country, people are beginning to return to Mass, but some regions remain under restrictions put in place due to COVID-19. Looking at the Last Supper discourses from Jesus in John 14 and 15, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi discuss how Catholics can remain in Christ while they wait to...
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Jude 17-23, Psalm 57, and Faithfulness in Times of Distress - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
In this "Memorable Verses" take on Deep in Scripture, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi take a Biblical approach to some of the difficulties that many of us are facing as we all continue to navigate the problems raised by COVID-19. Marcus and JonMarc look at passages from St. Paul, St. James, St. Jude and...
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Reflecting on COVID-19 in Light of Scripture
In a special episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi shares some verses from the Bible to help us put the COVID-19 crisis in perspective. Marcus looks at what St. Paul, St. James and others had to say about steadfastness in times of persecution, and also reflects on how this time of quarantine...
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God is in Control: Romans 8:28 and Matthew 8:23-27 - Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson
As we continue to deal with the challenges that have come about due to COVID-19 and its effects, Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson look at some passages that show forth God's providence and peace in the midst of uncertainty. Looking at Paul's hopeful remarks in chapter 8 of his Epistle to the Romans,...
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Wrapping up the Epistle of St. James - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley conclude their study of the Epistle of St. James by giving a larger look at the perspective on trials and priorities that we hear about in this rich letter from the New Testament. After recalling the opening verses of James, which focus on perseverance in the face of...
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What Does it Mean to Ask for Wisdom? James 1:5-8 - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley continue their series on the Epistle of St. James from their perspective as former Protestant pastors. They look specifically at James 1:5-8, and what it means to ask for wisdom from God. Why is it that so many pastors, of varying denominations, ask for such wisdom…
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James 1:2-4 and Rejoicing in Trials - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
The Epistle of St. James begins with a puzzling statement: "Count it all joy, my brethren, when you meet various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness." What are we to make of the idea that we should be happy in the midst of trials? Marcus Grodi and Ken…
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Introducing the Epistle of St. James - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
On the latest episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley tackle the Epistle of St. James, beginning by sharing what each of them thought of James as former Protestant ministers, and taking a look at what they think are some of the most controversial passages in the letter that…
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Two Former Reformed Ministers Look at the Epistle of James - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley were both Reformed pastors who used to rely heavily upon Martin Luther, and like Luther, they weren't always sure exactly what to do with the Epistle of St. James, which to Luther's dismay, somehow made its way into the New Testament. On this episode of Deep in...
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Acts 11:1-3, Romans 5:11 and Christian Unity - Marcus Grodi and Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson
Marcus Grodi welcomes Msgr. Jeffrey Steenson, a former Episcopal bishop and the first head of the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter, to discuss the importance of Christian unity. They reflect on their own experiences as Protestant ministers, and what they used to think about the idea...
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From the Archives: Preparing for Christmas, Philippians 3:2-17 - Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson
As the season of Advent draws to a close and Christmas approaches, there are all kinds of distractions that would take our eyes off of the true meaning of the incarnation of Christ. In this Deep in Scripture episode, which originally aired in 2006, Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson reflect on St....
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Understanding Apocalyptic Prophecy in the Bible - Marcus Grodi and Steve Wood
Scripture is full of references to the second coming of Jesus, the last judgment, and the final destruction of Satan. Over the years, many Christians have tried to interpret these passages to do all sorts of things: predict the date of Christ's return, determine the identity of the antichrist…
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Philippians 4:4-7 and the True Meaning of Thanksgiving - Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson
Many lament that the materialism that pervades Advent distracts from the true meaning of Christmas. But what about Thanksgiving, which has been overtaken by gluttony, sloth, and trampling our neighbors for the best sale price on the latest gadget? In this special Day-Before-Thanksgiving edition…
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Keeping Our Kids Catholic, Part 2: Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
In part 2 of our special 2-part series on Keeping Our Kids Catholic, Marcus and his son JonMarc Grodi continue to unpack 7 practical things that parents can do to help give their children a solid foundation in the Church that will last them a lifetime. How do we not only help our children who…
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Keeping Our Kids Catholic, Part 1: Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
One of the most common concerns our members raise with us at The Coming Home Network is the question of not only how to help our children who have strayed from their Catholic faith return to the Church, but how to create a family environment where faith is instilled in such a way that our…
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The Rich Young Ruler and Responding to Grace - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
Fresh off their recent pilgrimage to Italy, and with the recent canonization of St. John Henry Cardinal Newman, Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley reflect on the mystery of grace, and why some people respond, and some don't. Looking at the particular case of the Rich Young Ruler, which appears in three...
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Gratitude, Joy and the Hope of the Resurrection: Phil 4:7 and I Thess 4:16-17 - Marcus Grodi and Seth Paine
God is in control, even if we can't see it. God will redeem all of our troubles and trials, even if it's hard for us to conceive at the moment. On the latest Deep in Scripture episode, Marcus Grodi and Seth Paine look at a couple of passages from the writings of St. Paul that remind us that Jesus...
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Colossians 1:24, Romans 15:13, and Hope in the Midst of Suffering – Marcus Grodi and Don Smith
On this “Memorable Verses” edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi welcomes former nondenominational pastor Don Smith to talk about the meaning of redemptive suffering, and how God calls us to hope, regardless to our circumstances. As St. Paul tells both the Colossians and the Romans…
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Philippians 2, Hebrews 11, and Following Examples of Faith - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
On the latest "Memorable Verses" edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley look at St. Paul's letter to the Philippians and his thoughts on imitating Christ, and the famous "hall of faith" in Hebrews 11. We are called to imitate Christ, but in addition to Jesus, we have other...
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I Timothy 3:15, Ephesians 2:8-9, and the Catholic "Both/And" - Marcus Grodi and Matt D'Antuono
Marcus Grodi continues his "Memorable Verses" series of Deep in Scripture by welcoming Matt D'Antuono, whose work appears regularly at the National Catholic Register. On this episode, they look at I Timothy 3:15 and Ephesians 2:8-9. It's a great answer to some of the false dichotomies that exist…
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Philippians 2:3, Isaiah 40:31, and Persevering in Humility - Marcus Grodi and Matt Swaim
On the latest "Memorable Verses" edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Matt Swaim look at the importance of humility in the spiritual life, not only for keeping harmony with our neighbors, but also for staying in relationship with Christ. Jesus gives us the example of humility, as St.…
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Matthew 24:44, Psalm 119:11, and Staying in God's Word - Marcus Grodi and Dr. John Bergsma
Marcus Grodi continues his "Memorable Verses" series with Dr. John Bergsma, looking at the teachings of Jesus about the end of the world, and the importance of staying connected to God's word, no matter what the future holds. When we see trouble in the world, or even trouble in the Church, we...
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Matthew 6:33, Philippians 4:19, and God's Kingdom of Providence - Marcus Grodi and TL Putnam
TL Putnam, host of Outside the Walls, joins Marcus Grodi to look at a couple more "Memorable Verses" from the Scriptures, specifically addressing the questions of providence and priority. They look at Jesus' call to seek first the Kingdom of God in Matthew 6:33, and Paul's testimony to God's...
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John 15:4-5, I John 4:7-8 and Abiding in God's Love - Marcus Grodi and Seth Paine
In the latest Memorable Verses edition of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Seth Paine look at what the Scriptures have to say about what it means to abide in Christ, and specifically how loving one another helps us to abide in Christ. Reflecting on one passage from John's Gospel, and one from...
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Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 1:20 and Preaching the Gospel - Marcus Grodi and Jeff Cavins
Marcus Grodi continues his "Memorable Verses" series with Jeff Cavins, founder of the Great Adventure Bible Timeline. They look at the Great Commission, as well as St. Paul's exploration of how God reveals himself through creation, and talk about what those two passages tell us about how we're...
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John 3:30, Psalm 16:11 and Fulness of Joy - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
Marcus Grodi continues the theme of "Memorable Verses" with Ken Hensley, who works in pastoral care for The Coming Home Network. This time around, they select from John the Baptist and King David, and look at how both of these men attracted acclaim in the eyes of men, but both ultimately realized...
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Psalm 4:4 and 37:4 - Anger, Peace, and Delighting in the Lord - Marcus Grodi and Sonja Corbitt
On the latest "Memorable Verses" edition of the Deep in Scripture podcast, Marcus Grodi and Catholic Bible study author Sonja Corbitt talk about two verses from the Psalms that are crucial to understanding how to live in relationship with God. Marcus shares how delighting in the Lord is the way…
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Memorable Verses - 2 Corinthians 5:17 and 1 Timothy 2:5-6 - Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson
On this "Memorable Verses" episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus Grodi and Jim Anderson look at St. Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 5:17 about being a new creation in Christ, and also his teaching in I Timothy 2:5-6, which talks about Jesus being the mediator between God and man who gives himself as…
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Memorable Verses: Proverbs 3:5-6 and Galatians 5:22-23 - Marcus Grodi and Matt Swaim
In a new series of Deep in Scripture episodes, Marcus Grodi begins a focus on "memorable verses," ones that many Christians have memorized and Catholics would do well to commit to memory. In this first episode, Marcus and Matt Swaim discuss Proverbs 3:5-6, on trusting the Lord, and Galatians...
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What Lenses Do We Bring to Our Reading of Scripture? - Marcus Grodi and Ken Hensley
As pastors, Marcus Grodi (Presbyterian) and Ken Hensley (Baptist) saw the Bible as their ultimate authority when it came to teaching the truths of the faith. However, the more each of them preached from the Scriptures, the more it became apparent to them that they were bringing their own...
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Persevering Together in Faith (Hebrews 10:19-25) - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
After the initial joy of the Easter season begins to die down, how do we sustain the joy and strength necessary to continue in our walk with Christ? On this episode of Deep in Scripture, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look at Hebrews 10:19-25, which contains not only a call to persevere in the faith…
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Which Church Passes the Test of Antiquity? - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
With so many Christian denominations out there, how can a follower of Jesus know that they're a part of a congregation that has a historic claim to uphold the teachings of Jesus? Does it matter for a Christian to be connected to his or her own religious forbears, or are we meant to figure it out...
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Embracing Holy Week Observances as a Catholic Convert - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
For many who come from other Christian backgrounds, the Catholic practices that surround Holy Week can seem foreign, or even excessive. Some things, such as foot washing on Holy Thursday, are widely practiced by Christians. But the idea of venerating the cross, the fasting and silence, and the...
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The Catechism on 5 Sins Against the Love of God - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
What does it mean to sin against the love of God? We may not worship the false pagan gods that were popular in the early days of Israel, but our affections are pulled in a number of different directions if we don't take care to keep our focus on God. In paragraph 2094, the Catechism of the…
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Philippians 4:11 and Godliness with Contentment, Part II – Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Marcus and JonMarc Grodi continue their discussion of St. Paul's wise counsel on how to seek godliness with contentment. In Part I of this discussion, they looked at Paul's joyful exhortation to the Philippians, and began to unpack a list of ten "ingredients" for spiritual fulfillment. This time...
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Philippians 4:11 and Godliness with Contentment - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Philippians 4 contains one of the most robust calls to joy in all of Scripture. And yet when Paul writes in Philippians 4:11 that he has learned the secret of being content in every situation, he's saying so from inside a prison cell. How was St. Paul able to find joy and rest and contentment in...
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I Timothy 6:2-12 and Spiritual Humility, Part II - Marcus and JonMarc Grodi
Continuing on the theme of spiritual humility, Marcus and JonMarc Grodi look more at St. Paul’s first letter to Timothy, and the advice Paul gives regarding pride and the sins connected with it. A desire for controversy leads to an air of superiority, and blinds us not only to the truth, but also...
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A scripture study podcast hosted Marcus Grodi and created by the Coming Home Network. Being deep in history & deep in scripture leads us deeper into Christ!
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