Ten Minute Bible Talks Devotional Bible Study
Ten Minute Bible Talks is a daily devotional Bible study that helps you connect with God in just ten minutes. Each episode focuses on a single Bible passage, explaining its meaning and applying it to your life. The podcast is co-hosted by Keith Simon, Tanya Willmeth, Jensen Holt McNair, Patrick Miller, and Jeff Parrett.
Episodes
Glory from the Grave | The Gospels | John 11:38–44
Is there any hope in the face of death? Why does the grave seem to have the final word? And what does Lazarus's resurrection reveal about our own future? In today's episode, Jeff walks through John 11:38–44 and reminds us that Jesus's life-giving voice is stronger than the grave.
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What If God Says No? | The Gospels | John 11:17–37
What do you do when God doesn't answer your prayers the way you hoped? Where is Jesus in the middle of grief? And what hope remains when death seems to have won? In today's episode, Patrick explores John 11:17–37 and reminds us that because Jesus is the resurrection and the life, death never has the final word.
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Why Does Jesus Wait? | The Gospels | John 11:1–16
Why would Jesus delay helping someone he loved? Does God's waiting mean he doesn't care? What if his delays are accomplishing something greater than we can see? In today's episode, Jensen explores John 11:1–16 and reminds us that Jesus's timing is never disconnected from his love.
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The Idol of Control | The Gospels | John 10:22–40
Why do we crave control? What happens when our need for certainty becomes an idol? And how do Jesus's promises free us from carrying burdens we were never meant to bear? In today's episode, Tanya explores John 10:22–40 and reminds us that our security isn't found in controlling the future, but in our Good Shepherd himself.
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What Makes Jesus the Good Shepherd? | The Gospels | John 10:1–21
What if your standing with God didn't depend on how well you're holding on to him? What if your weakness didn't disqualify you? And what if all Jesus asks of his sheep is that they know his voice? In today's episode, Keith shares how John 10:1–21 points us to the Good Shepherd whose goodness—not ours—is our greatest security.
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The Invisible Jesus Test | The Gospels | John 9:35–41
What if Jesus has become functionally invisible in your life? What keeps us spiritually blind? And how do we begin to truly see? In today's episode, Jeff explores John 9:35–41 and contrasts the humble faith of the man born blind with the spiritual blindness of the Pharisees, reminding us that Jesus is our sight-restoring Savior.
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Seeing Isn't Believing | The Gospels | John 9:13-34
What keeps people from believing in Jesus? Is it a lack of proof? A lack of certainty? Or something deeper? In today's episode, Patrick shares how John 9:13-34 reveals that unbelief is often less about a lack of evidence and more about the condition of our hearts.
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A Miracle Bigger Than Blindness | The Gospels | John 9:1-12
What if Jesus's miracles were about more than physical healing? What if they were signs pointing to a deeper reality? And how does this passage point to God's plan to renew all things? In today's episode, Jensen shares how John 9:1-12 points to Jesus as the promised Light of the World—the one who restores sight, defeats darkness, and sends his people out to do the same.
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Why Does Obedience Matter? | The Gospels | John 8:48–59
Do you feel spiritually dry? Could one step of obedience be the path to greater intimacy with God? And what's the difference between legalism and true obedience? In today's episode, Tanya explores John 8:48–59 and shows how Gospel-centered obedience flows from love, not fear, and leads us into lasting freedom and transformation.
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Satan's Favorite Strategy | The Gospels | John 8:31–47
How does Satan actually tempt us? What lies does he want us to believe? And how do we fight back? In today's episode, Keith unpacks John 8:31–47 to reveal the enemy's strategy of deception and how fixing our eyes on Jesus exposes every lie with the truth.
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Jesus's Origin Story | The Gospels | John 8:21–30
Who is Jesus, really? Why does it matter where he came from? And what does his identity have to do with our salvation? In today's episode, Jeff explores John 8:21–30 and shows how Jesus's origin as the Son sent from the Father reveals who he is, why he came, and why he's worthy of our trust and worship.
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How Certain Can We Be About Jesus? | The Gospels | John 8:1-20
Can we ever be 100% certain about anything? What evidence do we have that Jesus wasn't a fraud? And who ultimately gets to define reality? In today's episode, Patrick shares how John 8:1-20 points us to the testimony of the Father and the reasonableness of believing Jesus is who he said he was.
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Could You Be Wrong About Jesus? | The Gospels | John 7:45-52
Are you approaching Jesus with curiosity or certainty? Could your assumptions about God be keeping you from seeing him clearly? And what happens when we become more committed to being right than to discovering the truth? In today's episode, Jensen shares how John 7:45-52 invites us to approach Jesus with humility instead of pride.
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Are Your Expectations Keeping You from Jesus? | The Gospels | John 7:25–44
Why doesn't Jesus always meet our expectations? What if we're looking for the wrong kind of Savior? Could our expectations actually keep us from experiencing him? In today's episode, Tanya shares how John 7:25–44 invites us to lift our eyes from temporary expectations to the living water only Jesus can give.
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Stop Judging by Appearances | The Gospels | John 7:14-24
Have you ever judged someone too quickly? Do you tend to trust appearances over God's perspective? And whose glory are you really seeking? In today's episode, Keith shares how John 7:14-24 challenges us to move beyond surface-level judgments and learn to see people, circumstances, and Jesus himself through the lens of God's truth.
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Looking for Jesus in All The Wrong Places | The Gospels | John 7:1-13
Do you see Jesus as a Savior or a spectacle? A King or simply a good example? A threat to your autonomy or the Lord of your life? In today's episode, Jeff shares how John 7:1-13 challenges us to stop searching for a version of Jesus we've created and encounter the real Jesus instead.
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How Far Will You Go to Follow Jesus? | The Gospels | John 6:41-71
How far are you willing to go to follow Jesus? What happens when his teachings become difficult? And what keeps people from walking away when faith becomes costly? In today's episode, Patrick shares how John 6:41-71 challenges us to surrender all, trusting that Jesus alone has the words of eternal life.
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The Formula for Following Jesus | The Gospels | John 6:25-40
Do you approach your faith like a checklist? Have you ever felt frustrated when your spiritual growth seems to plateau? What if Jesus never intended the Christian life to be a self-improvement project? In today's episode, Jensen shares how John 6:25-40 reveals that following Jesus isn't ultimately about doing more, but about believing in and surrendering to him.
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The Only Solution That Matters | The Gospels | John 6:1-24
Do you feel like you're constantly running on empty? Are you anxious, impatient, or exhausted no matter how hard you try? What if the emptiness you feel is a hunger signal pointing to something deeper? In today's episode, Tanya shares how John 6:1-24 reveals that Jesus isn't just a solution to our problems; he's the sustenance our souls crave.
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Are You an Approval Addict? | The Gospels | John 5:31-47
Whose approval are you living for? What would change if God's opinion mattered more than anyone else's? And what can we learn from the people who believed in Jesus but were afraid to admit it? In today's episode, Keith shares how John 5:31-47 reveals the danger of living for the praise of people instead of the praise of God.
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Is Jesus Working in Your Life Right Now? | The Gospels | John 5:16-30
Is Jesus only concerned with your future, or is he working in your life right now? How can the Gospel still transform us today? What hope do Christians have for the future? In today's episode, Jeff shares how John 5:16-30 reveals that Jesus is already bringing people from death to life while preparing to make all things new.
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Can We Trust the Bible? | The Gospels | John 5:1-15
Can the Bible be trusted historically? What happens when archaeology and Scripture appear to disagree? Should Christians be concerned when evidence hasn't yet been found? In today's episode, Patrick shares how John 5:1-15 provides compelling reasons to trust the eyewitness accounts recorded in the Bible.
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The Gospel Is for Everyone! | The Gospels | John 4:43-54
Can Jesus really change anyone? Have you ever written someone off as beyond God's reach? Could your assumptions be keeping you from sharing the good news? In today's episode, Jensen shares how John 4:43-54 challenges us to believe that no one is too far from God's saving grace.
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What Makes an Effective Evangelist? | The Gospels | John 4:27-42
Do you ever feel unqualified to share the Gospel? Are you waiting for the perfect opportunity to talk about Jesus? What if God wants to use you right where you are? In today's episode, Tanya shares how John 4:27-42 reveals four qualities of effective evangelists through the unexpected example of the Samaritan woman.
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The Well Is Open | The Gospels | John 4:1-26
What are you turning to for satisfaction? Why do even good things leave us thirsty again? What if the thirst you're trying to quench is actually pointing you to Jesus? In today's episode, Keith shares how John 4:1-26 shows that lasting fulfillment is found not in what this world offers, but in the living water Jesus freely gives.
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The Prison of Self-Importance | The Gospels | John 3:22-36
Why are we so obsessed with our own significance? What if the self-centered life isn't freedom at all? And where can true joy be found? In today's episode, Jeff shares how John 3:22-36 reveals that lasting joy comes when we see ourselves in the light of Jesus's greater glory.
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The Two Paths Before Every Person | The Gospels | John 3:1-21
Are you the same person in private that you are in public? Why did Nicodemus seek Jesus under the cover of darkness? And what does it really mean to be born again? In today's episode, Patrick shares how John 3:1-21 reveals Jesus's invitation to step out of the darkness, into the light, and experience the transforming work of the Spirit.
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Why Does God Feel So Distant? | The Gospels | John 2:13-25
Why does God feel so distant sometimes? Could your attention be competing with your devotion? And what does the story of Jesus clearing the Temple have to do with this? In today's episode, Jensen shares how John 2:13-25 reveals that Jesus is the new Temple who brings us near to God and why slowing down may be the key to experiencing his presence again.
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The Secret to a Life-Giving Faith | The Gospels | John 2:1-12
Where do you feel depleted right now? Are you ever afraid your weaknesses disqualify you from God's help? Could your greatest need actually become the place where you encounter Jesus? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Jesus's first recorded miracle points to his power to restore, renew, and give life to those who come to him empty-handed.
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Are You an Admirer or a Follower? | The Gospels | John 1:35–51
How serious are you about following Jesus? Is faith just one part of your life, or does it hold everything together? What does it look like to be fully devoted to Christ? In today's episode, Keith shares how John 1:35–51 challenges us to move beyond admiration and become wholehearted followers of Jesus.
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You Are Not the Christ | The Gospels | John 1:19–34
What kind of future is God bringing into the world? Why does John the Baptist quote Isaiah's promise of hope and renewal? And how do we enter into that reality today? In today's episode, Jeff shares how John 1:19–34 invites us to step aside, behold Jesus, and trust the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.
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The Word Became Flesh | The Gospels | John 1:1–18
Why does John begin his Gospel with the opening words of Genesis? What does it mean that "the Word became flesh"? And what does this reveal about God's heart for us? In today's episode, Patrick shares how John 1:1–18 shows that Jesus came not only to save us, but to dwell among us and make us children of God.
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This is the Craziest Thing You Believe... | The Gospels | Luke 24:36–53
What does the reality of the resurrection mean for our lives today? Is the goal of Christianity to leave this world behind? And what work has Jesus left us to do until his return? In today's episode, Jensen shares how Luke 24:36–53 reveals that Jesus's resurrection changes our hope, our purpose, and the way we see every person we meet.
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Are You Still Living in Despair? | The Gospels | Luke 24:13–35
Do you wish your circumstances were different? Ever wondered why God wasn't doing what you expected? Or struggled to see his presence in the middle of disappointment? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Luke 24:13–35 reveals that hope is found when we see our lives through the truth of the resurrection and recognize the Savior walking beside us.
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Evidence of an Empty Tomb | The Gospels | Luke 24:1–12
Can the resurrection stand up to scrutiny? What evidence supports the resurrection? And what does Jesus's resurrection mean for our future? In today's episode, Keith shares how Luke 24:1–12 points to the historical reality of the empty tomb and why the resurrection is the foundation of Christian hope.
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Why We Can’t Skip Jesus’s Burial | The Gospels | Luke 23:50–56
What do we do with Jesus’s burial? Why does Holy Saturday matter for our faith? And what hope can be found in the silence between the cross and the resurrection? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 23:50–56 reveals that Jesus’s burial is not a detail to bypass, but a powerful reminder that no grave is too deep for his presence and redemption.
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The Cross Was Anything BUT Defeat | The Gospels | Luke 23:44–49
Why did Jesus’s crucifixion seem like just another failed messianic movement? What did the people standing at the cross fail to understand? And what do the darkness and torn curtain reveal about who he truly is? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 23:44–49 reveals the cosmic significance of Jesus’s death and why the cross was never a defeat, but the beginning of salvation.
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The Posture of a True Disciple | The Gospels | Luke 23:26–43
Why does Luke's Gospel include Simon carrying Jesus’s cross and the criminal beside him? What do their responses reveal about the human heart? And what does this tell us about what true discipleship actually look like? In today’s episode, Jensen shares how Jesus's crucifixion in Luke 23:26–43 reveals the posture of a true disciple: humble, aware of their need, and willing to take up their cross an
Who’s Really Ruling Your Heart? | The Gospels | Luke 22:66–23:25
What are you turning to for comfort, control, or affirmation? Why do those things never fully satisfy? And what does it look like to loosen your grip on lesser masters and trust Jesus instead? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 22:66–23:25 reveals the confrontation at the center of Jesus’s trial and the invitation to surrender to the only King who can truly give us rest.
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3 Signs You're Drifting from Jesus | The Gospels | Luke 22:54–65
Why do people drift from Jesus even when they sincerely want to stay faithful? What are the warning signs that we’re slowly moving away from him? And what does Jesus think when you fail him? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 22:54–65 reveals Peter’s denial and how Jesus meets his failure not with condemnation, but with a look of restoration and love.
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No More of This! | The Gospels | Luke 22:47–53
Where do you look for strength when life feels out of control? Why do the world’s versions of strength always leave us emptier in the end? And what does true strength look like in the kingdom of God? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 22:47–53 calls us to reject false strength and follow Jesus into a kingdom shaped by peace, surrender, and trust.
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What If God Says No? | The Gospels | Luke 22:39–46
Why doesn’t God answer every prayer with a “yes”? What do we do when his will feels painful or confusing? And what can we learn from Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 22:39–46 shows that God’s answers are rooted not in the strength of our faith, but in his loving will and purpose.
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The Hour Has Come | The Gospels | Luke 22:7–38
What was really happening at the Last Supper? Why does Jesus keep talking about “the hour” that has come? And what does it mean that his blood establishes a “new covenant”? In today’s episode, Jensen shares how Luke 22:7–38 reveals the cosmic battle behind the cross and the new covenant Jesus came to establish through his sacrifice.
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The Danger of Spiritual Drift | The Gospels | Luke 22:1–6
What are you waiting to surrender to Jesus? Why do we delay obedience until we feel more ready, settled, or prepared? And what happens when we stop actively following Christ? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 22:1–6 reveals the danger of passive faith and the importance of remaining close to Jesus.
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Are We Reading the End Times All Wrong? | The Gospels | Luke 21:20–37
How should we read prophetic language in the Bible? Was Jesus predicting the end of the world or warning his first followers about events they would soon face? And how do we stay spiritually awake in a world full of distraction, fear, and uncertainty? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 21:20–37 calls Christians not to panic over global chaos, but to stay awake, pray, and trust the King who
Do You Have a Scarcity Mindset? | The Gospels | Luke 21:1–19
Are jealousy, fear, or comparison shaping your faith? What if scarcity is keeping you from experiencing the fullness of God’s kingdom? And what does abundant faith actually look like? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 21:1–19 reveals that true abundance isn’t measured by what we possess, but by trusting Jesus with everything we have.
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The Ultimate Hope of the Christian Life | The Gospels | Luke 20:27–47
Is the ultimate hope of the Christian life simply “going to heaven”? Why does Jesus place so much emphasis on resurrection? And what will eternal life actually be like? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 20:27–47 reveals the Christian hope of embodied resurrection and a renewed world fully restored by God.
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The Trap That Saved the World | The Gospels | Luke 20:1–26
Why were the Pharisees so desperate to trap Jesus? What did they fail to understand about his authority? And how did God use rejection itself to bring redemption? In today’s episode, Jensen shares how Luke 20:1–26 reveals Jesus as the rejected cornerstone who outsmarts every trap and fulfills God’s plan to save the world.
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What Do You Have That Jesus Needs? | The Gospels | Luke 19:28–48
Do you ever wonder whether what you have to offer really matters? What if the ordinary thing in your hands could become part of God’s bigger story? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 19:28–48 reveals that Jesus can take ordinary offerings, like a borrowed donkey, and use them to advance his kingdom in extraordinary ways.
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You’re a Steward, Not an Owner | The Gospels | Luke 19:11–27
What has God entrusted to you? Do you see your life as a list of tasks, or part of a bigger story? And what does Jesus want his followers doing while they wait for his return? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 19:11–27 reminds us that we are ambassadors of King Jesus, called to faithfully invest our lives in his kingdom.
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Do You Feel Lost? | The Gospels | Luke 19:1–10
Why does Jesus stop for Zaccheus? What does that reveal about the heart of God? And what does Jesus do with people who feel disconnected, unseen, or like they don’t belong? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 19:1–10 shows that Jesus doesn’t avoid lost people; he pursues them and gives them a new identity and belonging.
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Why Don’t You Ask God for Big Things? | The Gospels | Luke 18:35–43
Do you believe God is annoyed by your neediness? What if he actually delights when you depend on him? And how should that change the way we pray? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 18:35–43 reveals a compassionate Savior who stops for those who cry out to him.
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What Children Understand Better Than Adults | The Gospels | Luke 18:15–34
Why does Jesus say we must receive the kingdom like a child? What keeps us from depending on him? And why is self-sufficiency so spiritually dangerous? In today’s episode, Jensen shares how Luke 18:15–34 reveals that the kingdom of God isn’t earned through striving, but received through humble dependence on Jesus.
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Don’t Give Up on Prayer | The Gospels | Luke 18:1–14
Why do we pray? Is prayer just about getting answers from God or something deeper? And what keeps us from continuing to come to God in prayer? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 18:1–14 reveals that prayer is more than a transaction; it’s an invitation into a life-giving relationship with Jesus that keeps us from losing heart.
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Are You Ready for Jesus's Return? | The Gospels | Luke 17:20–37
Why do we keep looking for signs of the end? What if we’re focusing on the wrong things? And how does Jesus say his return will actually happen? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 17:20–37 reminds us that the kingdom of God is already here and calls us to live ready, awake, and not distracted by the things of this world.
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What Real Healing Looks Like | The Gospels | Luke 17:1–19
What if you look healed on the outside, but something is still broken within? Why did only one of the ten lepers return to Jesus? And what does this story reveal about true restoration? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 17:1–19 shows that real healing isn’t just physical or external; it’s found in returning to Jesus and being made whole through him.
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Is There Enough Evidence for God? | The Gospels | Luke 16:16–31
Why doesn’t more evidence always lead to belief? What does the story of the rich man and Lazarus reveal about our hearts? And what keeps people from listening to God? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 16:16–31 challenges the idea that lack of evidence is the problem and reveals that the deeper issue may be whether we truly want God to rule over us.
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How Should Christians Think About Money? | The Gospels | Luke 16:1–15
Why does Jesus tell a story that seems to praise dishonesty? What is he actually trying to teach about money? And how should we think about what we’ve been given? In today’s episode, Jensen shares how Luke 16:1–15 reveals that money isn’t meant to be our master, but a tool we can use wisely and generously for God’s kingdom.
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The Trap of Comparison | The Gospels | Luke 15:11–32
Why do we constantly compare ourselves to others? How can comparison lead us either to shame or pride? And what does this story reveal about where we actually belong? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 15:11–32 shows that whether we identify with the prodigal son or the older brother, comparison keeps us from belonging and fully experiencing the Father’s love.
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3 Signs You're Living Like a Pharisee | The Gospels | Luke 15:1–10
Have you lost the joy of your salvation? Do you see yourself as someone who was truly lost? And what happens when grace starts to feel ordinary? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 15:1–10 reveals that Jesus is the one who seeks and saves the lost, and invites us to rediscover the joy of being found.
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Will You Accept the Invitation? | The Gospels | Luke 14:15–34
Why don’t we feel urgency when it comes to God? What keeps us from responding to his invitation? And what do our excuses reveal about what we truly value? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 14:15–34 reveals that while many delay or decline the invitation to God’s kingdom, the table is filled with those who recognize their need and respond with urgency.
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Do You Care Too Much About Status? | The Gospels | Luke 14:1–14
Why are we so obsessed with status? What happens when our need to matter starts shaping how we treat others? And how can we break free from the pressure to prove ourselves? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 14:1–14 reveals that true security comes from God, and when we rest in that, we’re free to take the lowest seat and live without chasing approval.
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Is Your Faith Driven by Fear? | The Gospels | Luke 13:22–35
Is your faith driven by fear? Are you more focused on who’s “in” or “out” than on your own response to Jesus? And what does it actually mean to enter through the narrow door? In today’s episode, Jensen shares how Luke 13:22–35 reveals that while the way to salvation is narrow, the invitation is wide open, and through Jesus, we don’t have to live in fear but in grace.
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Are You Producing Fruit? | The Gospels | Luke 13:1–21
What is God growing in your life right now? Are you seeing real fruit, or just going through the motions? And how does God respond to a life that isn’t producing? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 13:1–21 shows that God patiently cultivates our hearts and calls us to respond so that real fruit can grow.
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Jesus Came to Bring... Division? | The Gospels | Luke 12:49–59
Why does Jesus say he came to bring division? What does it mean that we can’t stay neutral about him? And how do we follow him when it costs us something? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 12:49–59 shows that while the gospel can bring division, choosing Jesus is always worth it.
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The King Is Coming. Are You Ready? | The Gospels | Luke 12:35–48
Are you living with a sense of readiness for Jesus's return, or drifting through life? What does Jesus mean when he tells us to stay awake and prepared? And how can we live in a way that reflects the King is coming? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 12:35–48 invites us to enjoy God, love others, and live faithfully as we wait for his return.
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Jesus’s Solution for Anxiety | The Gospels | Luke 12:22–34
Why do we feel so anxious even when we have more than ever before? Could it be that our anxiety isn’t coming from lack, but from abundance? And what does Jesus actually offer as a solution? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 12:22–34 reveals that freedom from anxiety comes not from having more, but from trusting God, loosening our grip on possessions, and seeking his kingdom first.
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You Might Be Living Like a Practical Atheist If... | The Gospels | Luke 12:1–21
What are you actually building your life around? How do we know if we’re living for what truly matters or just accumulating more? And what does it mean to be “rich toward God”? In today’s episode, Luke shares how Luke 12:1–21 warns against placing our hope in possessions and calls us to invest in what lasts for eternity.
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Are You Living in the Light? | The Gospels | Luke 11:33–55
What does it really mean to be "light"? What does Jesus say about the danger of outward obedience without inward change? And how do we become people who actually reflect his goodness, righteousness, and truth? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 11:33–55 reveals that real light comes from a transformed heart and calls us to walk closely with Jesus so his light shines through us.
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What Happened to the Devil? | The Gospels | Luke 11:14–32
Why has belief in the devil and spiritual evil faded in modern thinking? Is there more happening in the spiritual world than we tend to realize? What does Jesus reveal about the reality of evil and his authority over it? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 11:14–32 shows that while darkness is real, it is not ultimate; Jesus is stronger and his kingdom has come.
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Does God Really Hear My Prayers? | The Gospels | Luke 11:1–13
Do you ever wonder if God is really listening when you pray? Why does prayer sometimes feel like talking into silence? And what does Jesus actually teach us about approaching God? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 11:1–13 shows that God is not distant or indifferent, but a Father who invites us to ask, seek, and knock with confidence.
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Are You Too Busy to Sit With Jesus? | The Gospels | Luke 10:38–42
Why is it so easy to stay busy doing things for Jesus while missing time with Jesus himself? What happens when activity replaces intimacy? And what does it look like to choose the “better thing” Jesus speaks about? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 10:38–42 shows that Jesus values being with him more than being busy for him, and invites us to slow down and sit at his feet.
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Do You Have the Right Answer, But the Wrong Heart? | The Gospels | Luke 10:25–37
Have you ever treated your faith like a game of giving the right answers? Why do we sometimes settle for knowing truth instead of living it? And what does Jesus reveal about the kind of heart God actually wants? In today’s episode, Luke shares how Jesus's parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:25–37 shows that following Jesus means moving beyond correct answers to real obedience.
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The Urgency of the Gospel | The Gospels | Luke 10:1–24
Why don’t we treat spiritual things with real urgency? Do we see Jesus’s message as a system that promises heaven someday, or as a rescue that makes it possible to live differently right now? How would things change if we realized what’s actually at stake? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 10:1–24 reveals the seriousness of our spiritual condition and the urgency of responding to the peace
Jesus Won’t Let You Live in a Bubble | The Gospels | Luke 9:46–62
Why is it so easy to divide the world into “us” and “them”? Why do we assume people unlike us must be the problem? And what does Jesus do with the rivalries and tribes we build our identities around? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 9:46–62 shows that loyalty to Jesus breaks down our bubbles and teaches us to love the very people we’re tempted to demonize.
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A Glory Worth the Cost | The Gospels | Luke 9:21–45
Why does Jesus reveal his glory right after calling his disciples to take up their cross? What were they meant to understand about who he is? And how does that revelation help us obey when following him feels costly? In today’s episode, Jeff shares how Luke 9:21–45 reveals the glory of Christ so we can trust him enough to surrender everything.
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What’s Drawing You to Jesus? | The Gospels | Luke 9:1–20
What is it that draws people to Jesus in the first place? Can fear and desperation be powerful, spiritual wake-up calls? And why are those things still not enough on their own? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 9:1–20 shows that while many are drawn to Jesus for different reasons, only those who submit to him as King find the life they’re truly seeking.
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Why Is God Making Me Wait? | The Gospels | Luke 8:40–56
Why does God make us wait? What do we do when he doesn’t seem to move fast enough? Could his delay mean he plans to give us something better? In today’s episode, Luke shares how Luke 8:40–56 shows that Jesus’s timing is better than ours, and his answers are often greater than what we asked for.
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Where Is Your Faith? | The Gospels | Luke 8:16–39
What do you do when life feels completely out of your hands? Why do we so often react as if we’re carrying everything by ourselves? How would your response to hardship change if you remembered Jesus was in the "boat" with you? In today’s episode, Tanya shares how Luke 8:16–39 shows that Jesus’s presence is the defining reality in every storm we face.
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Was Jesus a Feminist? | The Gospels | Luke 8:1–15
Why did women flock to Jesus? What made His movement so different from the world around Him? And what does that say about the heart of Christianity today? In today’s episode, Keith shares how Luke 8:1–15 shows that Jesus elevated women, gave them equal standing in His kingdom, and invited them into His mission.
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