RESTORE: Justin Cornelius, senior

At RESTORE, senior Justin Cornelius shares a deeply personal testimony that begins with a mysterious childhood encounter during Mass and comes full circle more than a decade later. Through Scripture, prayer, and an unexpected invitation, Justin discovers that God’s call isn’t about comfort, success, or validation—it’s about surrender and relationship.

Drawing from Isaiah’s words, “Here I am. Send me,” Justin challenges listeners to rethink what it really means to follow Christ—not just occasionally, but daily. This episode is a raw, honest reflection on purpose, obedience, and the quiet (and sometimes loud) ways God invites us into something more.

Whether you’ve felt close to God or far away, this testimony will meet you where you are—and nudge you toward where He’s calling you next.

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Lincoln Pius X Catholic High School
RESTORE: Justin Cornelius, senior
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Chapters

00:02:26 – Opening Prayer: Justin opens by inviting the Holy Spirit to speak through his words.

00:02:58 – “No Way I’d Ever Do This”: Justin admits he never imagined himself giving a talk like this.

00:03:12 – Growing Up & Moving to Pius X: His early life in Denver and transition to Pius X.

00:03:27 – A Church That Left a Mark: A vivid memory of his childhood parish and the crucifix that caught his attention.

00:04:05 – A Six-Year-Old Encounter: Justin recounts a mysterious moment during Mass when everything went silent.

00:04:48 – “All He Said Was My Name”: Justin describes hearing the voice of the Lord speak his name.

00:05:41 – Searching for Purpose: Senior year reflections, time in the chapel, and wrestling with vocation.

00:06:05 – Isaiah 6:8: The Scripture passage that changes everything: “Here I am. Send me.”

00:06:26 – Isaiah’s Call Explained: Justin connects Isaiah’s story to his own faith journey.

00:08:00 – Repeating the Call: Justin prays the words “Here I am, send me” over and over.

00:08:25 – The Unexpected Invitation: Immediately after prayer, Justin is asked to give this very talk.

00:09:05 – Called by Name, Years Later: Justin realizes God’s call began long before this moment.

00:09:22 – What God Is Not Calling You To: A bold, direct challenge to worldly definitions of success.

00:10:22 – Relationship Over Routine: Faith can’t be occasional—God wants every part of your life.

00:10:43 – A Challenge for the Year Ahead: Justin invites listeners to say yes to God daily.

00:11:03 – Loved First: A powerful reminder that adoration is mutual—God loves us first.

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