In a culture where 500,000 to 1,000,000 Catholic youth and young adults leave the Church every year, are we missing one of Jesus’ most important teachings?
In this episode of Faith & Family Bible Study, Steve Wood continues his study of Matthew 11:28–30, uncovering what he calls the second missing key to preventing Catholic youth washout. Jesus doesn’t invite us into a life of crushing religious performance—He offers rest for our souls, an easy yoke, and a life transformed by faith and grace.
Steve explores the difference between striving to earn God’s favor and living by the grace of Christ, tracing this life-changing truth from Jesus’ words in Matthew 11 to the pivotal Council of Jerusalem (Acts 15), where the early Church rejected legalism and affirmed salvation through God’s grace.
If you’re a parent, grandparent, catechist, or anyone seeking to pass on an authentic Catholic faith, this episode offers practical biblical wisdom for helping young people experience the freedom of the Gospel instead of the burden of performance-based Christianity.
Also in this episode: Steve shares an important reminder that his new book, Transforming Grace, is available for a donation of any amount through August 15 at RescuingYoungCatholics.com before its release on Amazon.
Listen now and discover why Jesus’ invitation to “Come to me… and I will give you rest” may be one of the most important messages your family needs to hear today.