Digging In

In this week’s episode, Mickey wraps up 2 Corinthians and begins 1 Timothy, highlighting the life adjustments that come with our new identity in Christ and the Kingdom way of living we’re called to. He then reflects on Paul's challenge to the Church in Corinth to "Examine their lives in order to see if their faith was genuine." Mickey then reveals the heart behind the challenge, transformation mot...

In this episode, Teddy concludes the Gospel according to Luke, emphasizing that the Cross of Christ is everything. Through it, we have eternal hope—but without it, all are hopeless. He reflects on Jesus’ final moments: His last Passover meal, His betrayal and arrest, His unjust trial and brutal treatment, His excruciating death, and ultimately, His glorious resurrection. Teddy then transitions to...

In this episode, Simon takes a deep dive into two powerful stories, highlighting the contrast between two men who both longed to meet Jesus—but responded in very different ways. First, Simon explores the story of the rich young ruler, who ultimately walked away, unwilling to enter the kingdom through the eye of the needle. Then, he turns to the story of Zacchaeus, emphasizing his desperate faith,...

In this episode, Tony highlights how Jesus reveals the crucial difference between knowing God and simply knowing about Him. He unpacks how Jesus confronts empty religion—where rules and performance are prioritized over mercy—and how the religious leaders elevated those rules above people. Tony then walks through the powerful parables in Luke 15, showing the Father’s heart to pursue the lost and re...

In this episode, Brian explores the difference between having faith in Jesus and living with the faith of Jesus—and what that kind of faith looks like when put into action. He examines this distinction by contrasting the disciples’ fear during the storm with the Roman centurion’s confident trust. Brian also reflects on Jesus sending out the disciples to announce that the Kingdom of God is near, hi...

In this episode, Mickey highlights the importance of prayer and the work of the Holy Spirit, encouraging us to watch for Luke’s references to both throughout his Gospel. He then examines the angel’s announcement to the shepherds and reflects on what it means that the "Good News" is for all people. Next, Mickey explores the idea that Jesus grew in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man...

In this episode, Simon teaches from Paul's letter to the Colossians (chapters 2–4), his letter to Philemon, and the first chapter of the Gospel according to Luke. The focus is on our identity in Christ and what it means to live in His Kingdom. In Colossians, Simon emphasizes living out our new identity in Jesus’ Kingdom while putting to death the old, empire-minded self—and the profound impact thi...

In this episode, Tony explores three major themes woven throughout Paul’s letter to the Philippians: joy, sanctification, and advancing the gospel. Tony examines how Paul not only encourages his readers in these themes, but also embodies them, living a life fully devoted to Jesus. Even while joyfully writing from prison, Paul sees how everything he’s experienced serves to advance the gospel. As th...

In this episode, Teddy highlights how Jesus has broken down the dividing wall between humanity and God, uniting both Jew and Gentile into one body. He also reminds us that our service to God should flow from deep gratitude for Jesus—who rescued us from sin and separation, and made us heirs of the Kingdom, adopted as sons and daughters. Finally, Teddy emphasizes that we are not called to stand alon...

In this episode, Mickey concludes our study of Romans by teaching that it is only by offering their bodies as living and holy sacrifices that believers can truly live out their faith—serving Christ, loving God, and loving others. He also introduces Paul's letter to the Ephesians, highlighting key phrases such as “in Christ” and “in Him” to emphasize everything the believer has received, and that i...

In this episode, Brian highlights how Paul has been building toward Romans chapter 8, with the key verse being: "There is, therefore, now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus," and unpacks what this powerful truth means for our lives today. Brian also discusses the concept of the false self—one that doesn't understand its true standing before God—versus the true self, which does. He e...

In this episode, Tony explores four major Christian themes from Paul’s writings in this week’s readings: justification, righteousness, faith, and sin. He highlights how Paul uses Abraham as a powerful example of what it looks like to live by faith in the Kingdom of God—trusting God, embracing mystery, and stepping into our true identity and purpose. Tony also unpacks Paul’s teaching on sin: its or...

In this episode, Simon concludes the Gospel according to Matthew, highlighting the final moments of Jesus' life—His death and resurrection, and as he introduces Paul's letter to the Romans, Simon begins to unpack why these events truly matter. Simon reflects on Jesus’ decision to obey His Father—and to love, serve, and surrender—even in the face of immense pain and suffering. He then challenges us...

In this episode, Teddy highlights Jesus’ triumphal entry as the Messiah and King of Israel—first arriving humbly on a donkey, but reminding us that He, the King of Heaven, will one day return riding on a white horse. Teddy also discusses how Jesus sees and responds to injustice, and how we, too, will one day be judged by how we perceived and addressed it. Out of our love for Jesus, did we feed the...

In this episode, Mickey highlights how Jesus—the Son of the living God—reveals Himself as the Messiah, and explores what that truly means for His disciples and the world. He also teaches about Jesus as our good King, showing how He displays generosity in many ways to all who are part of His Kingdom. Finally, Mickey encourages us to take time this week to sit in awe of our King—to reflect on who Je...

In this episode, Brian explores what it means for Jesus to describe Himself as gentle and lowly, and how He extends an open invitation to all to come to Him and find rest for our souls. Brian unpacks the significance of being yoked to Jesus and what that truly entails. He also teaches on the parable of the hidden treasure in the field, offering insight into its meaning from Heaven’s perspective. F...

In this week's episode, Simon highlights the relational nature of the Kingdom of God and its upside-down way of redefining who's "in" and who's "out." He explores how easily we can tie our identity and self-worth to performance, instead of rooting them in Jesus and who He says we are. Simon also challenges us to examine where we might be placing our trust in the empire and its systems for security...

In this week’s episode, Tony introduces the Gospel of Matthew, highlighting Matthew’s aim to show the Jewish people that Jesus is their long-awaited Messiah. Tony explores how Matthew presents Jesus as the superior human and the true Israel—where Israel stumbled, Jesus triumphed. He also explains how Jesus is portrayed as the greater Moses, teaching the law as it was always meant to be understood....

In this episode, Teddy introduces and teaches from the book of James. He highlights James’s call to cultivate a Kingdom-minded mentality—one that enables us to walk rightly in this world with Jesus and in the power of the Holy Spirit. Teddy then focuses on the importance of understanding our true identity: knowing the person in the mirror and living as that person, with a heart that beats in rhyth...

In this episode, Mickey highlights Paul’s strong words against those who preach a gospel contrary to the true Gospel of Grace, emphasizing the harm this distortion caused among the Galatian believers. He then explains the true purpose of the law—not to bring salvation, but to serve as a guide, pointing people toward the salvation that comes only through faith in Jesus. Finally, Mickey teaches abou...

In this episode, Brian concludes the letter to the Hebrews and introduces Paul’s letter to the Galatians. He begins by exploring the statement, “The righteous shall live by faith,” describing it as a rallying cry for believers. Brian emphasizes that we weren’t saved by Jesus simply to go to heaven one day, but to partner with Him in bringing the Kingdom of Heaven to earth. Next, he highlights the...

In this episode, Tony continues with the author’s description of Jesus as greater than key figures and elements of the Jewish faith—such as the high priest, the temple, and the Old Covenant sacrificial system. Tony then unpacks the author’s challenge to grow and mature in faith, emphasizing that true spiritual growth should lead us to live lives marked by love. Finally, he poses some reflective qu...

In this episode, Simon closes out our time in the book of Acts and kicks off our reading of the letter to the Hebrews. He notes that by the end of Acts, Paul—through great difficulty—finally arrives in Rome, just as Jesus said he would. Then the book simply ends, but the story continues. Simon invites us to reflect with two powerful questions: What story is your life telling? How is the Holy Spiri...

In this episode, Teddy highlights how the events in Paul’s life reveal a man unwavering in his identity. Paul’s emotions and circumstances never dictate his actions, nor do they keep him from fulfilling his mission. Teddy also reflects on Paul’s intimate encounter with Jesus and the words of encouragement that helped him stay focused and not lose heart. Finally, Teddy challenges us with a thought-...

In this episode, Mickey highlights what happens when we are truly empowered by the Holy Spirit. He also focuses on Paul’s words in Acts 20:24–27—especially verse 27, which says, “For I did not shrink from declaring to you the whole purpose of God.” This was true of Paul, and may it be true of us as well. Mickey’s hope and prayer is that as we follow Jesus and live empowered by the Holy Spirit, we...