Father and Joe E379: Faith, Holiness, and Trusting Jesus

In this thought-provoking episode of Father and Joe, Joe Rockey and Father Boniface Hicks explore how to live a life rooted in faith, even when it seems overwhelming or impossible. Can we truly live like Christ? What does it mean to be called to holiness in our everyday lives? Drawing from the lives of saints like Pope John Paul II and Blessed Karl of Austria, Father Boniface sheds light on how we can all respond to God's call to holiness.

Joe begins the conversation by reflecting on the miracles attributed to saints like John Paul II, who lived in recent history. While the temptation is to think that holiness is reserved for people like popes and priests, Joe and Father Boniface delve into how everyday people can grow closer to Christ, even amidst the demands of family, work, and societal pressures. Father Boniface explains, “We can either draw principles about how to live from the gospel, see them applied in the lives of the saints, and then see how they apply in our own life, and then we’re setting out on a process.”

Through the lens of scripture and spiritual insight, Father Boniface encourages us to not just look to the saints as unreachable models, but to recognize that the same Holy Spirit working in their lives can work in ours. He beautifully says, "Maybe it's not for somebody else. Maybe it's for you. Maybe you can try this."

This episode also tackles the subtle barriers we place between ourselves and holiness. With the rise of technology and social media, many feel consumed by messages that imply their situation is unique, often resulting in a detachment from the gospel. Joe poignantly reflects, “We know there are better options. We intellectually know it...but we don’t do them.” The conversation challenges listeners to bridge the gap between knowing what is right and actually doing it.

As Father Boniface emphasizes, one key step is prayer and scripture. He states, “Listening to Jesus in prayer and reading the scriptures...that’s the two most common answers.” These are practices that keep us connected to the source of holiness and allow us to grow in trust.

The episode concludes with an actionable challenge: "Try it." Father Boniface encourages all listeners to begin small and take concrete steps toward living the gospel in their lives. Whether it's giving your full attention to a loved one, changing your habits at work, or taking a moment of prayer, the message is simple yet powerful: “Try it.”

Join us in this deeply spiritual conversation and find encouragement to take your own steps toward holiness. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might benefit from these insights. As Joe mentions, “If people just knew it would work, they would do it.” Let’s help spread the word.

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