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“Uncovering the world behind the Word.”
Chris Explores the Gospels is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the richness of the New Testament. Hosted by Chris Choma, each episode journeys through the gospel stories with curiosity and clarity, while also drawing on historical and cultural insights that bring scripture to life. By exploring the world in which these texts were written — from first‑century traditions to everyday practices — Chris helps listeners understand the deeper meaning behind the words and how they continue to inspire faith today. Whether you’re new to the Bible or a seasoned reader, this show invites you to engage with the gospels in a way that is thoughtful, accessible, and profoundly relevant.
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Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on Luke 15:4 and the Catholic truth that God always seeks us first. Even when we wander, God pursues us with relentless love. This reflection encourages you to let yourself be found by the God who never stops coming after your heart.
Monday Mar 23, 2026
Monday Mar 23, 2026
Jesus teaches His disciples how to pray — not with performance or many words, but with trust, simplicity, and the quiet confidence of a child speaking to a loving Father. In this episode, we walk slowly through the Lord’s Prayer line by line, exploring its meaning in the world of Jesus and its power in our lives today. Chris shares a personal story from his own RCIA journey, when the prayer he had memorized for years suddenly came alive through the Catechism’s teaching. Through gentle storytelling, historical insight, expanded Catholic commentary, and contemplative prayer, this episode invites you to rediscover the Lord’s Prayer as a place of rest, belonging, and intimate relationship with the Father.
Friday Mar 20, 2026
Friday Mar 20, 2026
In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on Lamentations 3:22–23 and the deeply Catholic truth that God’s mercy is new every morning. Lent isn’t about perfection — it’s about returning to God again and again. This reflection encourages you to embrace the grace of beginning anew, no matter how many times you’ve stumbled.
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on Matthew 11:28 and the reality of spiritual fatigue. Lent isn’t about pushing through with sheer willpower — it’s about letting Jesus meet you in your weariness. This reflection encourages you to rest in His grace and trust that He is carrying you.
Monday Mar 16, 2026
Monday Mar 16, 2026
Jesus invites us into the hidden life with the Father — a quiet, interior place where faith becomes real and performance falls away. In this episode, we explore giving and praying in secret, the meaning of authenticity, and a personal story about shifting from seeking recognition to serving from the heart. Through gentle storytelling, historical insight, expanded Catholic commentary, and contemplative prayer, this teaching becomes an invitation to rest in the Father’s gaze and live for His eyes alone.
Friday Mar 13, 2026
Friday Mar 13, 2026
In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on Luke 9:23 and the daily call to take up our cross. Rather than a burden to fear, the cross becomes a path walked one step at a time with Jesus beside us. This reflection encourages you to embrace today’s step with trust and courage.
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
In this Gospel Snack, Chris reflects on Luke 15:20 and the God who runs to meet us with compassion. Lent isn’t a lonely journey back to God — it’s a road where His mercy meets us long before we arrive. This reflection encourages you to take even one small step toward Him today, trusting that He is already moving toward you.
Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
Jesus calls us beyond retaliation and into the radical love of the Father. In this episode, we explore turning the other cheek, going the extra mile, and loving our enemies — not as weakness, but as the path to real freedom. Through historical insight, sensory storytelling, expanded Catholic commentary, and a personal reflection on choosing compassion over retaliation, this teaching becomes a practical invitation to break cycles of hurt and live with the Father’s generous, transforming love.