Thoughts about the LA Fires

How do we respond to tragedy? Jeff delves into the devastating LA fires and focuses on the role of the body of Christ during such crises. He explores the importance of empathy, understanding the value of home and community, and how the Church can support those affected by tragedy through prayer, volunteering, and compassion.

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" In Christ, there's always a new chapter. There's always a new beginning."

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Scripture verses to reflect on in moments of tragedy

• "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit" (Psalm 34:18)
  
  
• "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted" (Matthew 5:4)
  
  
• "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort" (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
  
  
• "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me" (John 14:1)
  
  
• Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. (Hebrews 11:1)
  
  

Understanding Faith

Faith is first of all a personal adherence of man to God. At the same time, and inseparably, it is a free assent to the whole truth that God has revealed. As personal adherence to God and assent to his truth, Christian faith differs from our faith in any human person. It is right and just to entrust oneself wholly to God and to believe absolutely what he says. It would be futile and false to place such faith in a creature. (CCC 150)

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.