The Busy Disciple Podcast

The Busy Disciple Podcast — Episode 40: Why I Love the Gospel of Matthew — Jesus the Teacher King (Matthew 6:19–24) There’s something about the Gospel of Matthew that keeps drawing me back. Matthew doesn't simply introduce us to Jesus as our Savior—he reveals Jesus as our Teacher and King . From the Sermon on the Mount to the Great Commission, Matthew continually reminds us that following Jesus is...

The Busy Disciple Podcast — Episode 39: When You Don't Know What to Pray (Romans 8:26–27) Have you ever sat down to pray... and had no words? Maybe you're overwhelmed. Maybe you're exhausted. Maybe your heart is carrying more than you know how to express. If you've ever felt like your prayers were inadequate or your silence meant you were failing spiritually, I want to encourage you with this incr...

The Busy Disciple Podcast — Episode 38: Maximizing Time as a Father with Your Kids (Psalm 90:12–17) Time is one of the greatest gifts God gives us. And for fathers, one of the greatest temptations is believing we'll have more time later. More time to play. More time to talk. More time to disciple. More time to be present. But Psalm 90:12 reminds us: "Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a...

Episode 37: The Grace to Begin Again (Lamentations 3:22–23) Have you ever felt like you've fallen behind spiritually? Maybe your prayer life isn't what it used to be. Maybe you've drifted from God's Word. Maybe life got busy, a season got hard, or you simply lost momentum. If that's you, I have good news: God's mercy meets us right where we are. In Lamentations 3:22–23 , we find one of the most ho...

We love big results. Big crowds. Big opportunities. But God often does His best work through small beginnings. In Zechariah 4:10 , the Lord asks a powerful question: “Who dares despise the day of small things?” The people of God were discouraged because the work in front of them seemed insignificant compared to what had come before. Yet God reminded them that He delights in what He is building—eve...

Ep.35 | Not every season lasts forever. Some assignments come to an end. Some chapters close. Some doors that God once opened eventually lead us into something new. The question is: How do we finish well? In 2 Timothy 4:7 , Paul reflects on his life and ministry with these powerful words: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” What a legacy. What a goal. N...

The Busy Disciple Podcast — Episode 34: The Disciple’s Emotional Health (Psalm 42:1–11) How is your soul… really? Not your church answer. Not your “I’m good” answer. Not the answer you give because you don’t want to explain everything going on underneath the surface. In Psalm 42 , we find someone deeply honest before God—wrestling with discouragement, exhaustion, sadness, and longing. And instead...

Ep.33 | It takes courage to follow Jesus in today’s culture. Not loud, angry, combative courage—but steady, faithful courage. The kind that refuses to blend in. The kind that stays rooted in truth while still reflecting the love of Christ. In Romans 12:1–2 , Paul challenges believers: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” That means discipl...

Ep.32 | Before we can lead others well, we have to learn how to lead ourselves well. That’s not always easy in a world full of distraction, inconsistency, and competing priorities. But in 1 Corinthians 9:24–27 , Paul paints a picture of discipline, focus, and intentional living. He reminds us that discipleship is not passive—it requires training, surrender, and daily dependence on Jesus. In this e...

Ep.31 | It’s easy to believe that only the big, visible moments matter. The big decisions. The big platforms. The big opportunities. But Jesus tells a different story. In Luke 16:10–12 , He reminds us: “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.” In this episode of The Busy Disciple Podcast , we talk about the often overlooked—but deeply powerful—impact of small, consis...

Ep.30 | The Busy Disciple Podcast — Episode 30: Deep, Godly Friendships (Proverbs 27:17) We weren’t meant to follow Jesus alone. In a world full of surface-level connections, Scripture calls us into something deeper. Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” That kind of friendship doesn’t just happen—it’s formed through intentionality, honesty, and shared pursu...

Ep.29 | What you allow in… eventually comes out. Your thoughts, your habits, your words, your decisions—they’re all shaped by what’s happening in your heart. That’s why Scripture gives us this clear instruction in Proverbs 4 : “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” In this episode of The Busy Disciple Podcast , we talk about what it really means to guard your hear...

Every day, your life is pointing somewhere. The way you live, speak, respond, and love—it’s all telling a story. The question is: what story is it telling? In Matthew 5:14–16 , Jesus says, “You are the light of the world… let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” That means your life isn’t just about you—it’s meant to reflect Him. In...

Ep.27 | Easter Sunday is powerful—celebration, hope, resurrection life. But what happens on Monday? What does it actually look like to live as a disciple after the resurrection? In John 20:19–23 , we find the disciples not celebrating—but hiding. Fearful. Uncertain. Unsure of what comes next. And right into that moment, Jesus steps in and speaks: “Peace be with you.” Then He does something even mo...

Palm Sunday is a moment full of celebration—crowds cheering, palm branches waving, voices shouting, “Hosanna!” But in John 12:12–16 , we see something deeper. The people were welcoming Jesus as King… but not necessarily the King they truly needed. In this episode of The Busy Disciple Podcast , we slow down and reflect on what Palm Sunday reveals about our own hearts. Because if we’re honest, we of...

Ep.25 | If you’re anything like me, saying “no” doesn’t come easy. There’s always another need, another opportunity, another expectation pulling at your time and attention. And somewhere along the way, we start to believe that saying yes to everything is the same as being faithful to Jesus. But in Mark 1:35–39 , we see something different. After a full day of ministry, Jesus wakes up early, withdr...

Ep.24 | Spring Break is often seen as a chance to escape the routine—travel, relax, reset, and take a breath. But what if it could also become a moment of discipleship? What if the pause in your schedule became an invitation to reconnect with Jesus? In Mark 6:30–31 , after a season of intense ministry, Jesus looks at His disciples and says, “Come away by yourselves to a quiet place and get some re...

Ep.23 | Discipleship isn’t just theology—it’s relationship. And multiplication isn’t an idea—it’s a life passed on. In Episode 23 of The Busy Disciple Podcast , I revisit our conversation on multiplying disciples from Episode 21—but this time, you get to hear it from the other side. I sit down with a man I’ve had the privilege of discipling, Larry Williamson , now serving as the Communication Dire...

Ep.22 | What do you do when God doesn’t feel close? When your prayers feel quiet… your Bible feels dry… and your faith feels more like routine than relationship? If you’ve ever walked through a season like that, you’re not alone. In James 4:7–10 , we’re given both a promise and a path: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” That verse doesn’t shame us—it invites us. In this episode of T...

Ep.21 | Discipleship was never meant to stop with us. In 2 Timothy 2:1–3 , Paul tells Timothy to entrust what he has learned to faithful people who will be able to teach others also. That’s four generations of disciples in one verse. The Gospel doesn’t just grow deeper—it grows wider. In this episode of The Busy Disciple Podcast , we talk about multiplying disciples in everyday life. Not platform...

Ep.20 | Many of us feel the tension but can’t quite name it—fatigue that goes deeper than busyness, discouragement that lingers, resistance that shows up right when we try to be faithful. Scripture gives language to that reality. In Ephesians 6:10–13 , Paul reminds us that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, and that disciples of Jesus are living in the middle of a very real spiritual bat...

Ep.19 | Somewhere along the way, joy can get buried under responsibility, routine, and the pressure to keep going. We’re still faithful—but we’re tired. Still obedient—but running on fumes. In Romans 15:13 , Paul prays a reminder we all need: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him.” In this episode of The Busy Disciple Podcast , we talk about how to rediscover joy...

Ep.18 | Our lives are loud, fast, and constantly demanding more of our attention. Hurry has become the background noise of everyday life—and often, it quietly pulls us away from God. In Psalm 46:10 , the Lord gives a simple but challenging command: “Be still, and know that I am God.” In this episode of The Busy Disciple Podcast , we talk about what it means to resist the hurry and reclaim stillnes...

When we hear the word generosity , many of us immediately think about money. But Scripture points us deeper. In 2 Corinthians 9:7–8 , Paul reminds us that generosity begins in the heart— “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” In this episode of The Busy Disciple Podcast , we talk about how generosi...

Our screens are always calling—notifications, scrolling, endless content—but Scripture calls us deeper. In Psalm 119:33–37 , the psalmist prays for a heart trained by God’s Word and eyes turned away from worthless things. That prayer feels especially relevant in a digital age. In this episode of The Busy Disciple Podcast , we talk honestly about digital discipleship —how to follow Jesus faithfully...