My Response to Shawn Ryan

[@ShawnRyanShow]

Some great points in here. I appreciate the insight and plan on continuing to explore my faith. This gave me a lot to think about. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@KeithNester]

Thank YOU for watching and for the comment. God bless and keep up the great work!

[@LeeAnneBeal]

Keith, I am so glad that I found your videos on youtube. I'm and old fossil in my 80s, and I was brought up in the protestant realm. Since I discovered your channel, I have been able to figure out the Catholic Faith more fully. My parents were old Arky "hellfire and brimstone Bible thump[in' Baptists". And now that I have discovered your story, it gives me hope that maybe I can become a better, wiser person in the Lord. There is a small Catholic Church up here in Oracle Az., Saint Helen's, that I am trying to work up the courage to go talk to the Priest there,. Please pray for me. And also, please continue making these videos. You are a great teacher. And thanks again for your help. God Love Ya!

[@Andistillhope]

As a fellow Arizonan, I couldn’t help but comment. I sincerely hope you reach out. I did a small amount of research and was able to determine that Fr. Balaswamy Kommathoti (the Pastor) is quite busy. He is in charge of three parishes (Oracle, Mammoth and San Manuel). The secretary’s name is Tracy (according to the parish bulletin) and the RE Director is Maria. Call Tracy and see if the priest is available. If not consider asking for an appointment to meet with Maria who can help you sign up for RCIA classes or just meet with you and help answer questions. (I used to be very involved with helping the RE Director here at my parish in Tucson before Covid so I know how things kinda work… 🤗). Anyhow… Hope this helps. 🙏🏼❤️

[@MajorTom546]

Praying for you. We welcome you with open arms to the one apostolic catholic Church. 🙏✝️ God bless+

[@ghostlyimageoffear6210]

Please go, it's never too late!

[@arthurgrey8967]

@@Andistillhope What a grace. You have my prayers as well. And I hope you find the courage to go. There really i9s nothing to worry over. When I was younger I had strayed some from the church to pursue worldly desires. When I felt the grace to return after some years, even as a cradle Catholic, I felt that apprehension about confessing all my sins so I could receive the eucharist at mass in a state of grace. Prayed on it a good deal, did a full examination of conscience, and made an appointment for a general confession. The priest was so gracious and kind, seemed genuinely moved, and so genuinely welcoming. I have no doubt you will make his day. This is exactly what they dedicated their entire life to. I suspect he will be greatly moved as I hope you are as well.

[@arlenysceballo]

Hi @LeeAnneBeal, I don't know if you heard about: "The Bible in a Year podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz", in which he walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes. He also has "The Catechism in a Year ". Maybe that can help you too. God bless you! 🙏🏼

[@Catechuman23]

As a frequent SRS listener, thank you for this. Every time he says something along the lines of interpreting for yourself or "just read it", I want to scream. The question of authority is a big reason why I converted; and that question is why there are thousands of protestant denominations.

[@BensWorkshop]

Welcome home!

[@timrosen1618]

Ephesians 4:11 [11] “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers,”

[@darrennaidoo6252]

The episode with Fr Dan Reehil, amazing. Shawn went to Mass after meeting Father Dan Reehil

[@MoJoeRyhsen]

Glory to God!

[@raymondbencak7539]

Shawn mentioned going to Confession also. 👍👍

[@LepantoLemonade]

​​​@@raymondbencak7539Wow. This is blowing my mind! Surprised it went so fast.. Ive seen Shawns progression and felt he would stonewall it for a bit. This is great to see🫂 I hope he can have Fr Ripperger, Fr Iannuzzi or even Fr Rossetti though the Questions he seems to have are right up the alley of Fr R or Fr I.... Praying it happens. Folks NEED the Information to squash misinformation

[@darrennaidoo6252]

@raymondbencak7539 ah that's beautiful. Actually feel physically lighter after going to Confession. Love it. Thank you Jesus for the Sacraments

[@maxinedeleon4357]

I saw that episode with father Reehil and thought it was amazing! I'm glad Shawn Ryan has gone back to church and regain his spirituality as its important especially in this day and age, 🙏!

[@JMJ-Jim]

"Bible is the product of the middle-man... God through his Church brought the Bible." Well said

[@casanovagirl]

Thank you for making this video! I hope both Shawn and Megyn can see it!

[@WildFreeBrittany]

I am very new to Catholicism and am not yet confirmed. I just started RCIA (now OCIA) 4 weeks ago, and you Keith, have been a huge part of my conversion so far! You describe the Catholic Church so beautifully and make it much easier to understand. This channel is a godsend. I had so many preconceived notions about the church that were completely incorrect! That being said, this is one of your very best videos ever in my opinion! I have not watched the show you are speaking of, but I still got so much out of this video! I’m so grateful for it! I ask that all who read this will Pray for me and my conversion! 🙏

[@BETH..._...]

You will be in my prayers today in my Rosary 🤍🙏🏼

[@annamariadenner2518]

Congratulations and welcome to the religion that “Jesus” started.

[@Wonderpattypatty]

Welcome home! 🤗❤️ In my prayers!! God bless! 🛐

[@lesliecomstock-day419]

Welcome home!

[@loveisaiah622]

Welcome home. Please whatch couple of good podcast/show like shameless popery, called to communion, journey home, Catholic productions, patristics pillars etc, Steubenville conference, Dr Scott Hahn, Dr Peter Kreeft, Dr Brant Pitre. Pax Christi

[@Mdonlevy9927]

I really feel for Shawn, a lot of us were so poorly catechized that we didnt understand what we were walking away from when we did. Also, the 80s and 90s were so damaging to be raised in the lukewarm banners and folk music church. Its different when you are raised Catholic - a lot is taken for granted and not explained.

[@silveriorebelo2920]

that was his option - the vast majority of those who join Protestantism don't seek to understand the catholic faith when they are in the phase of transitioning - their ideas about the Church are those the protestant sectarians propagandize

[@sueseelie]

Commenting for the algorithm. I hope Shawn sees this video

[@RAM_H7]

Man I'm so glad you did a video on this because even though i enjoyed the podcast i felt as if Shawn wasn't content with the answer and neither was I. U recently came back to the faith a year ago. The Eucharist never gets old. Great video!

[@KeithNester]

Glad I wasn't the only one who felt this way.

[@ireeny22]

Anyone who has been to Confession, full of guilt and confessed their sin and received the sacrament of reconciliation, will know for certain that it is a blessing from God and the weight of sin lifted from them is miraculous. Thanks be to God 🙏

[@OscarTheWiseGuy]

Thank you! As a Catholic I feel like we’re always attack for our beliefs when we’re just trying serve the lord !

[@LepantoLemonade]

This is fantastic Keith! Shawn needs Fr Ripperger on as well. Shawns Questions would be more fully answered by him🎉 the Audience would get so much clarity as to what's actually going on

[@lulabella9249]

Yes!!! This is exactly how I felt about the interview. Shawn needs to interview you!!!

[@jessicaaptt7743]

I pray that Ryan finds this. I would love to see an interview with both of you. Great job, Kieth! ✝️

[@EX58UD]

I love Fr. Daniel Reehil and his conversion story! It was GREAT

[@reba5679]

Shawn posted a photo of himself with Fr. Rehill after Mass saying, “It feels good to be back at Mass”.

[@KeithNester]

I didn’t know that. Amazing!

[@mercyeneibe976]

​@KeithNester hi bruv. Want to add something about purgatory that Jesus talked about but oftentimes overlooked. It's in Luke 12:47-59.

[@teresabastone7599]

Another fantastic commentary, Keith. I so desperately want to send this and much of your content to my brother, who is studying with a JW…..but unfortunately has shunned me. I pray he finds your channel…..I think that the way you speak to people (with conviction and compassion) will really resonate with my brother. God bless your family and your ministry. ❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️

[@luciasss457]

We need to get you on his show ASAP! ❤❤

[@manniqa]

Keith your passion and love for God is an inspiration

[@tomwilkinson724]

Thanks Keith. FR Dan did a superb job over 3 hours. Hopefully you and Fr Dan can talk. May God bless us all.

[@just_norma7]

Thank you Keith! I’m a big fan of yours and I just recently discovered Shawn Ryan’s show. I watched that interview with Fr Dan Rehil and it was awesome. I didn’t see the Megan Kelly interview but you have explained this very well Keith and I totally agree. If not we’d be like the many thousands of Protestant churches out there. That’s what makes us strong and we’ve been around for over 2000 years. The Catholic Church was the very first franchise ever. I love my priest and traditions of the church. I hope Shawn has you on his show soon. God bless you Keith 😊🙏🏻

[@lynzalucky6097]

I love Shawn too and you hit the nail on the head when you remarked about his confidence and humility. I never really thought of that before, but now i think that is what has drawn me to him and makes me love him so much....not to mention what he has done while serving and protecting this country! Great message Keith!

[@emmanuelogbu8851]

Thank you Keith from Nigeria. You are such am inspiration!

[@lesliecomstock-day419]

Both you and Shawn Ryan have been important influences on my journey. ❤️

[@janellemoore797]

Keith, you and Shawn would have an incredible conversation!🙏

[@muriel2267]

You explain in such a clear concise way I had to subscribe

[@994464]

At the end of the interview with Fr Reehill, Fr invited Shawn to Mass and confession. I thought to myself, Shawn will revert back to Catholicism. It’s only a matter of time.

[@tdalloutdoors4293]

Well said! I pray Shawn and Megyn see it.

[@bestlifenow777]

Excellent response! May God's Will be done in bringing our brother home.

[@pianoatthirty]

When a person believes he can decide what “truth” is in the Bible, he becomes Protestant. When a person realizes, with humility, that God’s truth inevitably requires submission to authority, he becomes Catholic.

[@benjaminshirley]

Bingo!

[@paulpaveglio9951]

Amen brother ​@@benjaminshirley

[@myronmercado]

Wow. Great reaction video. Let's pray for Shawn Ryan.

[@philomena44]

Thank you so much this response. I felt the same way when I watched the Megan Kelly interview.

[@paulpaveglio9951]

Amen brother! Well said! Everyone needs to hear this! ❤

[@reba5679]

Father Rehill told Shawn, “I am the middleman. Without a priest, you have no Eucharist and no Confession and that would be a terrible thing”.

[@gc3563]

That was not a great answer, and could be taken very out of context and miss understood. I don’t think any other priest would word that answer in that way 🥴

[@aubee91]

@@gc3563Saint John Vianney might. 🙂

[@maxinedeleon4357]

The middle man is Jesus Christ of Nazareth as He's the only way, the truth & the life, 🙏! 👑👑👑

[@oafpilgrimmusic]

This was great, Keith. Thank you so much for this.

[@cristinaalvarado3561]

Great answers!! Very clearly explained. Thank you!!

[@fausch]

Well said Keith, you brought up a lot of the same things I was thinking when I listened to that Shawn Ryan episode. I really hope he sees this and comes back home!

[@gc3563]

Man I had the exact same thoughts when watching. I was like this priest just isn’t giving the best answers all the way here which was disappointing

[@marilynmackinnon9856]

Yes!!!! I felt the same way watching the interview. 😮

[@jdmaine919]

Amen! Thanks for being so clear on this.

[@bluecomb5376]

I'm so glad you are adding to this conversation. He could really benefit from listenign to this and perhaps discussing it with you!

[@marzena3396815]

Thank you, Keith. Hope this gets to Shawn. Both of you are awesome in your own way because both of you are humble men of God, even though Shawn is still searching... May God Bless you and your family 🙏✝️

[@dija5578]

I watched this episode too and was frustrated at the lack of directness to Fr Dan's answer.... Great response Keith! Also, My first thought was John 20:23... That is a great example of a "middleman". When the priest absolves me, it is the greatest peace ever to experience..Btw..I love Fr Dan and respect him and all he does for The Church. He has an amazing conversion story too.

[@Roni78z]

His interview with Fr. Reehil was fascinating! A must watch! ✨ - Kieth, Bravo 👏🏻 on the explanation about confession. On a side note, I’m convinced The Warning is going to happen in the next seven years… it’s not far away.

[@BETH..._...]

COMPLETE 🔥 Thank you, Keith. Blessed be God forever 🙏🏼 🤍

[@Victor-hc9vv]

Hi Keith! Greetings from Michigan. God bless you!

[@myronmercado]

So many truths in this video. You know how hearing truths hit you right on the feels. God bless you and your channel Keith.

[@shanahendricks9831]

I had the same experience with this Shawn guy, not even sure how I came to know about him. I'm taking Shawn to mama Mary. Let's pray for him ❤

[@CommonSenseChrist]

Your videos are saving souls Keith. Appreciate you

[@davidarnone5202]

Beautifully said, Keith.

[@EllenJohn4]

Thanks for addressing these questions, Keith. I love MK and pray that she would dig more deeply into her faith.

[@cvn65almaraz]

I appreciate you Keith! Keep doing what your doing brother!

[@BethRichey]

As always, perfectly said. Love listening to you.

[@MagnificatForever15]

Great video. This was a recent reading at Mass that I think is great for this topic too: "Every high priest is selected from among the people and is appointed to represent the people in matters related to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. 2 He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and are going astray, since he himself is subject to weakness. 3 This is why he has to offer sacrifices for his own sins, as well as for the sins of the people. 4 And no one takes this honor on himself, but he receives it when called by God, just as Aaron was." Hebrews 5:1-4

[@harrisonescobar-yr4cl]

Praise God! Thank you for this message

[@janet6379]

It would be wonderful for you to visit with Shawn in person!

[@AggieMara]

I really enjoy Shawn’s interviews and I hope he sees your testimony and maybe he can bring you on. PS I attended a big Calvary Chapel for about 14 years and have come home to the Catholic Church.

[@Epsicron]

Keith, I am so grateful for your videos. They are bright point in my life. Really, thank you.

[@robertoalvarado3759]

This is amazing Keith. I think it could be of great service, now that you put up a video it will be in the algorithm when they look up Shawn hopefully they can find your video to get more clarity

[@jackieo8693]

Excellent, Keith!

[@marlenejenkins5534]

Keith: I can see you are "on fire" to have this conversation with Shawn. I have watched/listen to some of his podcasts and I definitely give it a thumbs up. It's great watching anyone who knows a lot, but is still excited to hear and know more. I get that vibe from Shawn. Try connecting to Dom Raso. He connects with both of your worlds. Apologies if you already know of him, but if not, he is an ex-seal (like Shawn) and an avid apostle for the rosary. Actually, now that I think of it, Dom and you having a sit down would be equally awesome. My best to you.

[@KeithNester]

Dom’s interview was the first one of Shawn’s I saw. Thats what hooked me. I would be honored to speak with Dom.

[@darrennaidoo6252]

Keith you got to watch the episode with Jim Caviezel. Amazing you'll love it

[@suzenmwamba]

You nailed it Keith. Thank you so much for explaining this. God bless you 🙏

[@suec2441]

In addition to the Church, the Blessed Mother is also an “instrument of love” to bring us closer to Jesus.

[@taragiovannone2431]

Thank you, Keith. God bless you!

[@Greggers123]

Thank you Keith.

[@GrinWhenUFight]

Incredible message Keith - as usual. I'm a fan the Shaun Ryan show as well.

[@lorihoard2265]

I too really enjoy Shawn’s show! As you said, he’s the right mixture of confidence and humility. I am excited to see the journey he is on and pray he will remain open to the Holy Sprit. I pray too that the opportunity will arise for you, Keith, to meet him and share with him.

[@Gmtheclub]

Great response Kieth. I saw that interview with Michale Knowles & Fr. Reehil as well and this was a great followup and well laid out. I know you didn’t post this for this reason but having you have a conversation/interview with Shawn would be amazing and one I would not miss. On a side note looking forward to seeing you speak at the Great Lakes Catholic Mens conference coming up on November 23rd

[@jasonhinz4474]

Thankful for the work you do Keith.

[@rosiegirl2485]

Congratulations, Keith, on the 🎉100,000🎉 mark! What you are offering to all people is very much needed! You offer it with respect and humility which really stands out compared to other podcast! May God continue to bless you and your show! ⚘️

[@colleenlamantia1183]

I saw that interview with Ryan and Megan. It bothered me, too! Thank you for this video!

[@cl4947]

Man I’m so glad you made this video Keith!! One of the best men I could think of to reach out to Shawn. I watched that clip and it hit me the same way that it hit you. 🎉 Amen

[@zita-lein]

Well done, Keith! I hope Shawn reaches out to you. ❤️💙

[@highlanders2157]

So glad you did this because I was thinking the same thing watching Shawn Ryan's podcast... I hope he sees this

[@diannehatfull1875]

Great content and insight. Thank you Keith!

[@Andistillhope]

Well said! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I sincerely hope our brother Shawn sees this! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🥰

[@gardnert1]

I love the way you summed up Shawn. He is a beutiful example of confidence, humility, and I would add competence. His ability and knowledge of certain things is well defined, and he never claims to have more than that. This pairs well with the kind of guests that he has, which are similarly disposed. He and his guests then are free to truth-seek in earnest, with no pretense.

[@Saul2PaulCatholic]

I’ve been following Shawn Ryan for some time now, and I think he’s close. He just needs the right people in his life to show him that.

[@rewindseventyseven-en6iv]

So he needs a middleman.

[@joannaaherne3959]

AMEN. Thank you Keith. I will look James’ podcast up 🙏🏻. Congratulations on 100,000 subscribers Keith, on the way to 200,000.🙏🏻You’re helping so many souls 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@KeithNester]

Thank you so much!

[@lenines3347]

❤ God bless you. Love your informative inspiring videos. I enjoy Shawn Ryan's vids too. 🙏

[@daikatton]

Love you Keith, always on point❤️✝️🇻🇦⛪

[@Floridiansince94]

I said the same thing when I saw Shawn’s conversation with the priest- thank you Keith!!

[@jimsweet3256]

I’ve been following Shawn for ages. I hope he hears this

[@DJPTEXAS]

Well said Keith, God bless...

[@elizabethcanfield4002]

God bless you brother!

[@CopperNTodd14]

Amen! God bless you @KeithNester! I'm learning about the Church Fathers and all you say is 100% true! Thank you for sharing!

[@grateful7813]

Excellent video. I had the SAME sentiments re: the Fr. Dan Rehill show. I even posted the same verse in the book of John in the comments! Can’t find it now. Where would we be without the prophets, priests and kings of the OT, mediating the covenants between God and men?

[@Cate5013]

Keith! I've been watching Shawn's podcast lately too. I know the episode you were referring to--I just watched it yesterday--with Fr. Dan Reehil. Great response video my friend. I'm thinking that Shawn will be finding his way back to the Holy Catholic Church before too long.

[@kristinahugenberg6468]

God bless you Keith-thank you for your obedience to The Holy Spirit

[@NenaJRB3]

I feel like you will be such a great priest! My God, I found you and haven’t stop watching every video you have.

[@gc3563]

So glad you/someone did this video!! I thought I can’t be the only one who thought the priests answers weren’t really getting to the heart of Shawn’s questions, which was very disappointing for him and for anyone else hearing the answers for the first time. Thanks Keith, I hope he sees your video 🙏🏻

[@sopad4629]

Right! Thank you Mr Nester!

[@jun101ph]

❤ You hit it right Sir

[@NZcoco]

God bless you Keith, I have been a follower of yours for a long time now, and every so often you re-inspire me in your message and how you explain our faith. May the Lord continue to go before you 🙏🏾

[@KeithNester]

Thank you for all the support! God bless

[@gardnert1]

This is such a great nexus between my two favorite things: Catholicism and long form interviews!

[@willcusumano8724]

Thanks Keith

[@sue_kalnasy]

I love Shawn Ryan too! Did you see that he accepted Father's invitation to come to Mass?

[@KeithNester]

Someone told me that, but I didn't see it. Praise the Lord!

[@veredictum4503]

Keith, that was an inspired response. I have not heard the other podcast, though I've seen the thumbnail of it. I'm thus disappointed if Fr Reehil didn't answer him fully. The ENTIRE ROLE of the priest is to be that middleman. And the middleman is not an obstacle, but rather the human agency, the delegation, of Jesus' power - to forgive, baptise, feed the flock with the Eucharist, etc.

[@BiblebeltCatholic]

Perfectly said! Love the Shawn Ryan Show!

[@daphnerobert-hamilton3066]

Well said. Thank you