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The Prodigal's Purpose

Podkast av Lexi Marie Johnson Brass

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A faith-rooted podcast for those who have wandered, wondered, and want to return home — again and again. Hosted with honest reflection and sacred storytelling, The Prodigal’s Purpose explores the beauty of coming back to Christ. Through testimonies, saint stories, scripture reflections, and faith-filled conversations, each episode invites you to ponder the purpose, embrace the journey, and live the conversion. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic, a convert, a revert, or simply curious — this space is for the seekers, the saints-in-the-making, and the ones still on the road home.

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Worth Going After: God’s Relentless Pursuit

In today’s episode, we’re diving into Luke 15:1–7, the Parable of the Lost Sheep, and why it’s one of the most personal and hope-filled stories Jesus ever told. This short little parable holds a massive truth: God’s love is relentless, personal, and wildly intentional. We’ll take a moment to unpack what shepherds were really like in Jesus’ time—why this role was far from glamorous, why it would have felt so radical to the people hearing the parable, and why Jesus so intentionally uses shepherd imagery when He calls Himself the Good Shepherd. This context reveals just how personally He knows us and how far He’s willing to go to bring us home. From there, we explore the different roles in the story and how they show up in our own lives—the lost sheep who drifted slowly without realizing how far they’d gone, the black sheep who isn’t wandering but feels like they don’t belong, the shepherd searching tirelessly for someone they love, and the 99 who are close… but may be taking Jesus’ presence for granted. We also talk about why it’s more dangerous to go silent than to feel desperate, why Heaven rejoices over the one who returns, and why the lost sheep is not a story about earning love—it’s about being found.

13. mai 2026 - 41 min
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Where It All Began: Returning to Lourdes

What happens when a prayer I whispered at 15 isn’t answered until 15 years later? In this episode of The Prodigal’s Purpose Podcast, I take you to Lourdes, the sacred hillside where Saint Bernadette encountered Our Lady of Lourdes—and where God quietly began a work in my own heart long before I understood what faith would eventually ask of me. I share the extraordinary story of a poor, sickly, uneducated girl chosen by heaven and ridiculed by the world, alongside my own journey of visiting Lourdes as a naïve teenager and returning years later after seasons of loss, deep wrestling, and conversion. It was only then that I began to recognize how God answers prayers not instantly, but intentionally—through time, surrender, and trust. This episode is for anyone who has prayed for healing, struggled to trust God’s timing, or wondered if their ordinary, broken story could ever be used for something holy. Lourdes reminds me that God sees us where we are, chooses us in our weakness, and heals us in ways deeper than we ever thought to ask for.

29. april 2026 - 27 min
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Want Eternity? Don’t Skip the Encounter

We say we want heaven. We say we want God. But then Sunday comes… and suddenly sleeping in, brunch, or “I’ll pray later” feels easier than going to Mass. In this episode, I get real about a struggle many of us have had (me included): intentionally skipping Mass. If Jesus gave everything for us, what does it mean when we won’t give Him one hour a week? We talk about how Mass isn’t a show or entertainment—it’s a sacrifice. It’s where we come not to get something, but to give something: our praise, our gratitude, our intentions, and our presence. When we skip, we’re not just missing a homily—we’re missing an encounter with the living God. This episode isn’t about shame; it’s about honesty. If we truly desire eternity with God, our choices now should reflect that. And the Mass—this weekly moment where heaven touches earth—is a gift we can’t afford to ignore. If you’ve been drifting or inconsistent, I hope this gently challenges you and reminds you what (and who) you’re missing. Because if we want eternity, we can’t skip the encounter.

15. april 2026 - 40 min
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The Hardest Teaching: When Jesus Lost Followers

What do we do when Jesus says something that makes everyone uncomfortable—and then lets them walk away? In this episode, we dive into John 6:35–67, one of the most challenging and misunderstood moments in all of Scripture: when Jesus declares, “Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life.” Together, we’ll explore why this moment caused so many followers to leave, what Jesus truly meant when He said “Eat My Flesh” (and how the original Greek reveals even more), and how this passage unveils the profound mystery of the Eucharist—not as a symbol, but as the true Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Christ. This was the moment that divided believers and tested discipleship, yet Jesus never took His words back. He stood firm, even as many turned away. As we reflect on this passage, we’ll consider what it reveals about faith, trust, and the courage to believe when understanding feels impossible. Whether you’re Catholic, curious, or questioning, this episode invites you to sit with the tension, read John 6 for yourself, and rediscover the mystery of what it means to believe that He is truly present.“This is one of the hardest teachings to believe—and maybe the most important one to understand.”

1. april 2026 - 33 min
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Miracles, Mystery, & a Monk: My Friend Padre Pio

Saint Padre Pio. I’ve never met him while he was alive, but our friendship runs deeper than death itself. We’ll dive into the miracles, mysteries, and holy mayhem surrounding this beloved monk — from his stigmata that bled for fifty years, to stories of bi-location, reading souls, and even fistfights with the devil. You’ll hear about the time American pilots claimed they saw him in the sky, the healings that stunned doctors, and the humble obedience that silenced his doubters. But this episode isn’t just a history lesson — it’s personal. I’ll share how I “met” Padre Pio, how he’s shown up in my own story, and what it means to have a saint as a friend and intercessor. So grab your rosary and your curiosity, and let’s talk about a man who reminds us that miracles still happen, heaven is closer than we think, and holiness is anything but boring.

18. mars 2026 - 36 min
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