Rising from the Ashes: Encouragement for LA Friends
Jeff CavinsHow do we rebuild when we experience devastation? Drawing lessons from the Biblical story of the Israelites' return from the Babylonian exile, Jeff Cavins emphasizes three essential steps in rebuilding: engaging with the sacraments (specifically the Eucharist), studying the Word of God, and fostering community.
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During times of immense devastation, we find solace in the unwavering presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.
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Israel's Return from the Babylonian Exile
- Cyrus Helps the Exiles to Return (Ezra 1:1-4)
- First return: Zerubbabel rebuilds the Temple (Ezra 3:7 – 6:18)
- Second return: Ezra returns and teaches the law (Ezra 7:1 – 10:44)
- Third return: Nehemiah rebuilds Jerusalem (Nehemiah)
3 Steps in Rebuilding
- Encounter God through the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. We need the strength of God to persevere in times of trial.
- Study the Word of God.
- Foster Community. We are not meant to suffer in isolation.
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Meet Your Host: Jeff Cavins Jeff Cavins is passionate about helping people understand Scripture and become disciples of Jesus Christ. Though he was born Catholic, Jeff went to Bible school and served as a protestant minister for twelve years before reverting to the Catholic Faith. Jeff then received his MA in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Since then, he has become a leading Catholic evangelist and author. Jeff created The Bible Timeline learning system, which revolutionized Catholic Bible Study for millions of Catholics. Since its introduction, Jeff has developed The Great Adventure series of Bible studies to help people better understand Sacred Scripture and its meaning for their lives. |
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