In today's podcast Fr. Mark unpacks the dynamics of the story of Prodigal Son. Today, he helps us appreciate that we have conflicting desires for God. The question isn't what do you want, but what do you want more?
In today's homily Fr. Mark continues in week 2 of a new 4-week series. Using the story of the Prodigal Son, today we learn about six things necessary for God to clean our slate and erase the sins of our past.
In today's podcast Fr. Mark continues unpackthe reality of sin. Today, he shares personal examples of how our sin affects God's heart.
In today's podcast Fr. Mark continues unpackthe roots of sin. Today, he reveals how resentment can keep us bound to the past.
In today's podcast Fr. Mark continues to ask about the roots of sin. Today, he reveals how regret can lead to grasping at things that help us escape.
In today's podcast Fr. Mark continues to ask about the roots of sin. Today, he presents SHALT: stress, hungry, angry, lonely, tired.
In today's podcast Fr. Mark continues to unpack the story of the Prodigal Son, highlighting that the younger son was tempted long before he left. The question is: Who was he talking to?
In today's homily Fr. Mark introduces a new 4-week series. Using the story of the Prodigal Son, today we ask: "Why did he leave?"
Week 1 of a preaching series "Let's Talk" designed to help us talk about the things we don't want to talk about. Today, let's talk ... about racism.
Where is God when we suffer?
We all need a rudder. Do you have a rudder?
Jesus said He was God. He's either a liar, a lunatic, or the Lord.
Ever hear or say : "I'm not being fed." Well, whose job is it to feed you?
To know as God knows we have to see as God sees.
We all have bananas.
There's a difference between description and definition. You're more than who you think.
What would your life look like if you weren't carrying the burden of life alone?
As we continue our conversation about the “slow fade,” Fr. Mark draws our attention to 2 things you can do to prevent the fade.
As we continue our conversation about the “slow fade,” Fr. Mark draws our attention to 3 things that affect when we fade: the calendar, rhythm, and vulnerability. To subscribe through apple podcasts, click here: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK . To sign up to receive this podcast via text, please visit Fr. Mark’s blog here: marktoups.com
Fr. Mark continues our conversation about the slow fade, focusing on the “why”? Why does our relationship with God tend to fade? Fr. Mark lays out 3 reasons why: seasons, negative emotions, and distraction. We hope that you have been enjoying these daily podcasts with Fr. Mark Toups. These podcasts will continue; however, they will only be available as an audio only. To subscribe through apple podcasts, click here: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK . To sign up to receive this podcast via text, please vi...
Happy Memorial Day! As the summer is now upon us, it’s a great time to talk about what usually happens in the summer (besides the heat). For many of us, the summer time brings about a season of relaxation, where we can slow our pace and enjoy ourselves a little more. However, Fr. Mark reminds us that the summer can also be a time for “the slow fade.” We hope that you have been enjoying these daily podcasts with Fr. Mark Toups. These podcasts will continue; however, they will only be available as...
Today Fr. Mark shares with us a weekly spiritual exercise that has helped him personally. This weekly exercise can help us count our blessing, acknowledge our struggles, and prepare us for the next week ahead. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
Many times our emotions can indicate what we need to talk to God about in prayer. In today’s episode, Fr. Mark shares about his time in Grand Isle and the importance of locating our emotions. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
Today Fr. Mark speaks about disappointment. This emotion may not be as intense as other emotions, but it can be more influential. If we aren’t aware of it, disappointment can linger in our hearts. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
If we are going to move forward after the stay at home order has been lifted, we need things in our life to anchor us. Today Fr. Mark offers 2 simple ways that we can anchor ourselves in the midst of everyday life. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
This week Fr. Mark will unpack with us 5 things that are critically important if we are going to let God lead us in this next chapter of our lives. Today, he invites us to look back on what we have received from God in the past few months. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
With prayer, preparation is key. In today's episode, Fr. Mark encourages us to consider how we prepare to pray and breaks open 3 things we can do in preparation for your prayer time. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
When we pray has a huge influence on our receptivity and our consistency in prayer. In today’s episode, Fr. Mark shares about his own prayer time and how our state in life can reveal to us when we are most receptive to God. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
The spiritual life is all about taking small steps. Today Fr. Mark encourages us to let go of our expectations and invites us to consider how we can take one small step closer to God. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
The way we are wired has something to teach us. Our history has something to teach us, and the things that bore fruit in the past can reveal something to us. Get this podcast by subscribing at: https://apple.co/2X0ySWK Watch the video version on YouTube at: https://bit.ly/2wT01QH Send Fr. Mark a question at: marktoups.com...
