Pick Up Your Bible

 Today, we’re diving into the powerful story of Jesus calming the storm , found in the Gospels. We’ll unpack the deeper meaning behind this moment, explore how it speaks to our own struggles, and remind ourselves that no storm is too great for the presence of Christ. 

 In this episode, we dive into a powerful passage from Luke 9:52-62, where Jesus has profound encounters with three men who each face a challenge when it comes to following Him. As we explore these interactions, we unpack the weight of the call to discipleship and what it truly means to follow Jesus with a whole heart. Through these conversations, we reflect on the cost of discipleship, the sacrif...

In this episode, Cynthia explores the powerful story of the gentile Centurion’s faith from Matthew 8:5-13. As Jesus encounters a Roman officer with unwavering belief, we dive into the lessons of trust, humility, and the profound understanding that faith is the foundation of a relationship with Christ. Cynthia reflects on how the Centurion's boldness in seeking Jesus' help demonstrates a...

Today we read of the first healing recorded in the gospel of Matthew.  Join Cynthia as she shares her thoughts on this amazing interaction. 

Jesus concludes the Sermon on the Mount with a call to action. Join Cynthia Pavamani as she encourages the listeners to answer this call.

"Depart from me. I never knew you." These are the words some will hear when they meet Jesus after a life time  of ministry in His name.  What does this mean for me? Join Cynthia as she explores these red words from the Bible.

Join this exciting episode, in which Cynthia discusses the warning of Jesus to beware of False prophets, with her two daughters, Israel and Grace.

Why is the gate that leads to eternal life narrow?  Join us on the podcast today as we explore what Jesus meant.

Join Cynthia as we look a little deeper into the epitome of the Sermon on the Mount.

In this first episode 0f 2024, Cynthia explores Jesus' words of the conditional provision of the power of the Holy Spirit to those who persist in asking, seeking, and knocking.

Do not Judge. Do not throw your pearls to pigs. Today's passage is a bit odd but join Cynthia as she works through it verse by verse.

"Do not be anxious." Easier said than done. On this episode Cynthia shares a few pointers on how to think about this command written in red,

Are you a slave to money? Join us as we explore what Jesus said about money in the Kingdom of God.

On this episode Cynthia studies Jesus' words that distinguish between the private and public aspects of our Christian lives.

There is only ever one person who said "Love your enemies". Today's episode explores this most paradoxical and challenging instruction from Jesus. Hope this encourages you to pick up your Bible,

Jesus said, "If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also".  Does He mean that we should let people treat us like doormats? Does He imply that I should let others beat me up? Does He intend that one should stay in an abusive relationship?   On this week's episode Cynthia explores Jesus' words on retaliation . 

Do you excuse your little white lies?  Does Jesus? Tune in as Cynthia explores Jesus words.

Lust, Adultery, Remarriage - Jesus Said What?!?

Human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires (James 1V19,20). In this episode Cynthia discusses Jesus' strong caution about anger and its all consuming nature.

How should Christians treat the Old Testament Law? Join Cynthia as she shares her thoughts on Jesus' words in Matthew 5 v 17-19

Jesus said " You are the salt of the earth", and "You are the light of the world". What does it mean to be salt and light? Izzy joins Cynthia on the podcast today in this conversation about salt, light, steak and discipleship.

Jesus fought the tempter in the wilderness with three quotes from the book of Deuteronomy. What do these quotes refer to and why are they so important for our personal desert journeys today? Join us as we discuss these things on this episode.

Have you ever wondered why Jesus got baptized? Well, even the one who baptized Him, John the Baptist, had this question. Join Cynthia as she explores Jesus' response to John.

Have you ever read the red words in the Bible and been a little confused about what Jesus said? Join Cynthia on this first episode of the series "Jesus Said What?!?" where we dive into Jesus' words searching for understanding.

In this episode, Cynthia and Izzy go through the Lord's prayer verse by verse, to  learn to pray as Jesus did.