web02.fireside.fm Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:00:57 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Draw Near - Episodes Tagged with “Authority” https://drawnear.fireside.fm/tags/authority Fri, 22 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0600 At Draw Near, we explore the beautiful truth that God, out of His deep and personal love for each of us, takes the first step to draw near. But this divine movement calls for a response—a response that shapes our lives and transforms our hearts. Together, we embark on this journey of faith, discovering the many ways God's grace and the power of the Holy Spirit work within us. Rooted in the Catholic faith, our podcast is a space where authenticity meets joy. We’re two best friends navigating life, family, and faith with honesty, humility, and a lot of love. Each episode is a heartfelt conversation—sometimes deep, sometimes lighthearted, but always real. We strive to be vulnerable, faithful, and passionate, sharing insights and stories to inspire you on your path toward Christ. This is more than a podcast; it’s a shared journey toward sainthood. So come laugh with us, reflect with us, and grow with us as we Draw Near to God and one another. Let’s set out together on this adventure of faith, friendship, and grace. en episodic Helping each person to draw near to Christ and to one another. Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell At Draw Near, we explore the beautiful truth that God, out of His deep and personal love for each of us, takes the first step to draw near. But this divine movement calls for a response—a response that shapes our lives and transforms our hearts. Together, we embark on this journey of faith, discovering the many ways God's grace and the power of the Holy Spirit work within us. Rooted in the Catholic faith, our podcast is a space where authenticity meets joy. We’re two best friends navigating life, family, and faith with honesty, humility, and a lot of love. Each episode is a heartfelt conversation—sometimes deep, sometimes lighthearted, but always real. We strive to be vulnerable, faithful, and passionate, sharing insights and stories to inspire you on your path toward Christ. This is more than a podcast; it’s a shared journey toward sainthood. So come laugh with us, reflect with us, and grow with us as we Draw Near to God and one another. Let’s set out together on this adventure of faith, friendship, and grace. no Faith; Christ; Podcast; Catholic; Friends; Draw Near Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell drawnear.me@gmail.com Giving the Vineyard to "Others"-priesthood (MLMG Ep 11) https://drawnear.fireside.fm/137 28053e8a-bcc9-43c6-bd72-f1455b7b30a3 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0600 Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell full Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell Priests have been given authority by God to carry on the mission of Jesus Christ through His Church -- the Catholic Church. There are often questions about why there is a priesthood. Why are priests needed instead of a simple preacher or pastor? And by whose authority do priests change bread and wine in Jesus' body and blood? While there is Tradition for this, the priesthood is instituted in Scripture! It is not a made up construct by the Catholic Church but, rather, given by Jesus Christ. Listen to this episode of the My Lord & My God podcast to hear where the priesthood is found in Scripture or biblical teaching. 26:25 no Priests have been given authority by God to carry on the mission of Jesus Christ through His Church -- the Catholic Church. There are often questions about why there is a priesthood. Why are priests needed instead of a simple preacher or pastor? And by whose authority do priests change bread and wine in Jesus' body and blood? While there is Tradition for this, the priesthood is instituted in Scripture! It is not a made up construct by the Catholic Church but, rather, given by Jesus Christ. Listen to this episode of the My Lord & My God podcast to hear where the priesthood is found in Scripture or biblical teaching. Until the King Returns (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+0wu_3tSo) (Draw Near episode on the papacy) Scriptures referenced in this episode: (RSV translation) * 2 Thessalonians 2:15 * John 20:21 * 2 Corinthians 3:14 * Isaiah 66:20-21 * Isaiah 56:6 * Matthew 18:18 * Matthew 21:23; 33-46 * Isaiah 5:1-7 * Matthew 9:34-10:6 (I think I said "Luke 9"... I meant Matthew) * Acts 1:12, 17, 20 Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page (https://www.drawnear.me/booking)." Click here (https://www.drawnear.me/donate) to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them. "Like" and follow us on Facebook! (https://www.facebook.com/fredandkara). Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drawnear.me/)! Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. (https://www.drawnear.me/) Join the Draw Near Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us! Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell My Lord & My God Theme: Original Music © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell; Arranged and Performed by Paul Ching priesthood, authority, succession, Catholic, sheep, shepherd, pope, priests, podcast, Fred and Kara, My lord and my god, Scripture, Bible, Biblical Teaching Priests have been given authority by God to carry on the mission of Jesus Christ through His Church -- the Catholic Church.
There are often questions about why there is a priesthood. Why are priests needed instead of a simple preacher or pastor? And by whose authority do priests change bread and wine in Jesus' body and blood?
While there is Tradition for this, the priesthood is instituted in Scripture! It is not a made up construct by the Catholic Church but, rather, given by Jesus Christ.
Listen to this episode of the My Lord & My God podcast to hear where the priesthood is found in Scripture or biblical teaching.

Until the King Returns (Draw Near episode on the papacy)

Scriptures referenced in this episode: (RSV translation)

  • 2 Thessalonians 2:15
  • John 20:21
  • 2 Corinthians 3:14
  • Isaiah 66:20-21
  • Isaiah 56:6
  • Matthew 18:18
  • Matthew 21:23; 33-46
  • Isaiah 5:1-7
  • Matthew 9:34-10:6 (I think I said "Luke 9"... I meant Matthew)
  • Acts 1:12, 17, 20

Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page."

Click here to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them.
"Like" and follow us on Facebook!. Follow us on Instagram!

Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. Join the Draw Near

Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us!

Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell
My Lord & My God Theme: Original Music © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell; Arranged and Performed by Paul Ching

Support Draw Near

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There are often questions about why there is a priesthood. Why are priests needed instead of a simple preacher or pastor? And by whose authority do priests change bread and wine in Jesus' body and blood?
While there is Tradition for this, the priesthood is instituted in Scripture! It is not a made up construct by the Catholic Church but, rather, given by Jesus Christ.
Listen to this episode of the My Lord & My God podcast to hear where the priesthood is found in Scripture or biblical teaching.

Until the King Returns (Draw Near episode on the papacy)

Scriptures referenced in this episode: (RSV translation)

  • 2 Thessalonians 2:15
  • John 20:21
  • 2 Corinthians 3:14
  • Isaiah 66:20-21
  • Isaiah 56:6
  • Matthew 18:18
  • Matthew 21:23; 33-46
  • Isaiah 5:1-7
  • Matthew 9:34-10:6 (I think I said "Luke 9"... I meant Matthew)
  • Acts 1:12, 17, 20

Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page."

Click here to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them.
"Like" and follow us on Facebook!. Follow us on Instagram!

Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. Join the Draw Near

Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us!

Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell
My Lord & My God Theme: Original Music © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell; Arranged and Performed by Paul Ching

Support Draw Near

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