A fisherman without formal training changed the world with his voice—and not because he mastered technique. We dive into Peter’s proclamations in Acts and unpack why his words “cut to the heart.” The story isn’t about polish; it’s about proximity to a living Jesus who rescues, restores, and then sends us to speak with courage. Along the way, we trace Peter’s journey from rash disciple to reliable witness, and we explore what gave his preaching unusual force: personal encounter, honest repentance, and a clear invitation into a concrete way of life.
Together we map Peter’s simple template—the kerygma—and translate it for today. That means testifying to what God has done in our own lives, naming the gap we can’t bridge on our own, and announcing Christ’s death and resurrection as God’s decisive answer. Then comes the invitation: turn toward God, receive baptism, keep Christ’s commandments out of love, and live the sacraments as a living memory that makes Jesus present. We talk about how this looks in daily practice—small public signs of faith, quiet acts of love in inconvenient places, and the courage to let the Holy Spirit lead us beyond comfort so that others can find life.
If you’ve wondered how to share faith without sounding scripted, this conversation offers a path that’s both simple and demanding: speak from encounter, challenge with love, and invite a real response. Hear why testimony beats technique, how to make history come alive as hope, and where to begin this week. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the conversation.

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Jordan Whiteko, Father Andrew Hamilton, Father Christopher Pujol, Vincent Reilly, Cliff Gorski, John Zylka, Sarah Hartner