Bible StudTea

Have you ever wondered if you're truly ready for what God has called you to do? In this episode of Bible StudTea, we continue our verse-by-verse study through the Gospel of Matthew as Jesus sends out the Twelve in Matthew 10:5–15. But this passage is about much more than the disciples' first mission. As Jesus prepares them to go, He reveals His own character. Together we'll discover ho...

What if I told you that one of the people Jesus gave authority to cast out demons and heal the sick would later betray Him? Matthew 10:1-4 may look like a simple list of names, but these verses are packed with powerful truths about calling, authority, intimacy, grace, and transformation. In this episode of Bible StudTea, we're spilling the tea on:☕ Why Jesus first called the disciples to be w...

(Matthew 9:35-38)In this episode of Bible StudTea, we're diving into Matthew 9:35-38 and exploring what it means to see people the way Jesus sees them. When Jesus looked at the crowds, He didn't see inconveniences, interruptions, or problems. He saw sheep without a shepherd. His compassion moved Him to action, and then He called laborers into the harvest. Together, we'll discuss servan...

What happens when God does something so undeniable that people can't question the miracle—so they attack the source instead? In this episode of Bible StudTea, we dive into Matthew 9:32–34 and uncover a powerful truth:The miracle didn't create the condition. It exposed it. As Jesus delivers a mute man and restores his ability to speak, the crowd marvels while the Pharisees accuse. The same...

The blind men saw Jesus before they saw Jesus. In Matthew 9:27-31, two blind men recognized Jesus as the Son of David before they ever saw His face. In this episode, we're spilling the tea on faith, mercy, obedience, spiritual sight, and the reality that even after our eyes are opened, we never outgrow our need for Christ. Faith sees what eyes cannot. 📖 Matthew 9:27-31 Grab your Bible, journa...

Have you ever trusted God for something, only to face delays, interruptions, bad reports, and circumstances that seemed impossible? In this episode of Bible StudTea , we're spilling the tea on the powerful account of Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood found in Matthew 9:18-26. Together, we'll explore what faith looks like when God's timing doesn't match our...

What happens when we get so committed to spiritual practice that we miss the Presence of God? In E105 Spilling the Tea on Practice vs Presence...Matthew 9:14–17, we dive into John the Baptist’s disciples questioning Jesus about fasting. But instead of rebuking them, Jesus shifts their perspective. He doesn’t argue about the discipline — He points to Himself. They were practicing longing for the pr...

In this episode of Bible StudTea , we’re spilling the tea on one of the most uncomfortable—and revealing—moments in Jesus’ ministry: why He intentionally sat with “those people.” Jesus calls Matthew straight from the tax booth, then chooses to sit at a table surrounded by sinners, outsiders, and people society had already written off. While religious leaders clutched their pearls, Jesus revealed t...

In Episode 103 of Bible StudTea , we’re spilling the tea on one of the most powerful yet often overlooked moments in the ministry of Jesus. In Matthew 9:1–8, a paralyzed man is brought to Jesus—not by his own strength, but by the faith of his friends. What happens next shocks everyone in the room. Before Jesus heals the man’s body, He addresses something deeper: his sin . This episode explores the...

In Matthew 8:28–34, Jesus encounters two demon-possessed men—isolated, feared, and bound by forces beyond their control. With a single command, Jesus delivers them. Demons flee. Freedom is restored. But instead of celebration… the town asks Jesus to leave. This episode spills the tea on deliverance that made people uncomfortable, deliverance nobody asked for, and freedom that disrupted comfort. We...

In Episode 101 of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on what real faith looks like when life gets stormy. Drawing from Matthew 8:23–27, we unpack why the disciples panicked while Jesus slept—and what that reveals about our own faith when fear rises. This episode challenges us to examine whether we truly trust Jesus in the storm or only when the waters are calm. Get ready for conviction, reflect...

In this milestone episode, Essence spills the tea on what Jesus really meant when He spoke to the scribe and the disciple in Matthew 8:18–22. Jesus wasn’t pushing people away — He was exposing motives, excuses, and divided priorities. This episode digs into the difference between fans and true followers, the comfort that keeps us stuck, and the excuses we dress up as responsibilities. If you’ve ev...

In this episode of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on what happens when Jesus shows up—straight from Matthew 8:14–17. When Jesus enters Peter’s home, healing breaks out. Sickness lifts. Burdens are carried. Prophecy is fulfilled. And lives are transformed instantly. We explore what it means for Jesus to step into your personal space, bring restoration to places you’ve grown used to managing,...

In this episode of Bible StudTea , Essence spills the tea on Matthew 8:5–13 — a passage where Jesus isn’t just teaching about faith… He is marveled by it. We dive into the story of the Roman centurion whose confidence in Jesus’ authority revealed what real, biblical faith looks like. This isn’t faith rooted in feelings, proximity, or position — it’s faith rooted in knowing exactly who Jesus is . I...

When Jesus came down from the mountain in Matthew 8:1–4, a man with leprosy did something bold — he came close, knelt before Jesus, and said, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.”This episode spills the tea on what really happened when faith met compassion. Jesus didn’t just speak healing — He touched the untouchable. One touch from Him broke barriers, restored identity, and revealed...

Are You Built to Last or Bound to Fall? In this episode of Bible StudTea, Essence spills the tea on Matthew 7:24–29 — where Jesus draws a clear line between hearing His Word and actually living it. We’re diving deep into what it truly means to build your life on the Rock versus the sand. It’s easy to listen to sermons, quote Scripture, and claim faith, but this passage challenges us to examine whe...

In this episode of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on what Jesus said about false prophets, fake fruit, and the danger of lip-service faith. We dive deep into Matthew 7:15–23, where Jesus reminds us that not everyone who says, “Lord, Lord,” truly belongs to Him. It’s not about what we say but how we live — the fruit that comes from obedience, not empty belief. This episode challenges us to l...

Let’s be real — it’s easy to say “treat others how you want to be treated,” but living that out? That’s where the real test comes in. In this episode of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on what Jesus meant in Matthew 7:12–14. It’s more than just being nice — it’s about living out love, grace, and truth through our actions. We’ll talk about what it really means to walk the straight and narrow...

In this episode of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on Matthew 7:7–11—what it really means to ask, seek, and knock. Prayer isn’t about pushing buttons on a heavenly vending machine; it’s about trusting God’s timing, staying persistent, and believing He always gives good gifts. If you’ve ever wondered why a door hasn’t opened yet, this one’s for you.

We’ve all done it—pointed out someone else’s flaws while ignoring the mess in our own backyard. In Matthew 7:1–6, Jesus calls us out on it: “Judge not, that you be not judged.” But what does that really mean? In this episode of Bible StudTea , we’re spilling the tea on judgment, self-reflection, and why Jesus wants us to check our own “logs” before pointing out someone else’s “speck.” Grab your cu...

We live in a world that feeds anxiety—bills, health, family, the unknown future. But Jesus gives us a direct command in Matthew 6:25–34: “Do not worry about your life.” Easier said than done? Maybe. But it’s also an invitation to live in freedom. In this episode of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on worry—why it’s a trap, how it reveals what we truly trust, and what it looks like to release...

What are you really chasing? In this episode, we’re spilling the tea on what Jesus calls bankrupt pursuits —the things we pour our time, energy, and money into that will eventually fade, break, or be taken away. Matthew 6:19–24 reminds us that treasures stored on earth won’t last, but treasures stored in heaven never lose their value. This isn’t about feeling guilty for working hard or enjoying go...

Fasting isn’t about flexing—it’s about intimacy with God. In this episode of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on what it really means to fast in secret (Matthew 6:16–18). 💭 Are you fasting to be seen by people, or to be heard by God?

Ever feel like your prayers go in one ear and out the other? 🙋🏾‍♀️ In Episode 88 of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on how to pray in a way that actually speaks to God—not your audience. Based on Matthew 6:5-15, we dive into ditching the showy, performative prayers and embracing honest, heart-to-heart conversations with Jesus. From breaking down the Lord’s Prayer to practical tips for dail...

This week, we’re spilling the tea on Clout vs. Kingdom Matthew 6:1–4 reminds us that our giving isn’t about the spotlight or the applause — it’s about honoring God in secret. But let’s be real… are we giving for the likes and recognition, or are we giving for the Lord and His reward? 💭 Ask yourself: Who (or what) are you really giving for? Tune in now for a fresh, honest conversation that’ll chal...