The Father's Business Podcast

Power that outlasts your circumstances is not a myth; it is the promise of Colossians 1 brought to life. We walk through a short, Scripture-rich devotional that blesses you with endurance and patience joined to joy, rooted not in your grit but in God’s glorious might. From rescue out of darkness to life in the kingdom of light, we explore what it means to live as heirs—people who carry a rich and...

In a world of instant answers, we’re slowing down to rediscover holy wonder. This episode explores God as Creator—from Genesis to the galaxies—and how creation reveals both His infinite power and intimate nearness. We talk about oceans, stars, hummingbirds, fingerprints, and the beauty of a God who never copies and pastes. Wonder isn’t childish; it restores imagination, hope, and trust. The God wh...

What if the most powerful way to change leadership isn’t a vote, a memo, or a trend, but a prayer said with a clear, focused heart? We open Scripture and trace a vivid portrait of the qualities that shape wise, courageous, and compassionate authority—then we pray them over the people who lead our governments, churches, families, and communities. Anchored in 1 Timothy 2:1–2, we explore why praying...

What if justice could heal instead of harden? We explore how God’s justice and grace are not competing forces but a unified power revealed in Jesus—where sin is taken seriously, paid in full, and people are invited into real change. Drawing from John 1, Micah 6:8, Psalm 89:14, Romans 3, and Ephesians 2, we define grace, mercy, truth, and justice in simple, grounded language and show how they work...

Ever long to hear, “I’m proud of you?” God’s words over us bring the ultimate affirmation. In Mark 1:11, He said to Jesus, “You are my Son, whom I love, and with you I am well pleased.” If Jesus needed these words, how much more do we? Through God’s adoption of us (Ephesians 1:5-14) and the sealing of the Holy Spirit, we are already beloved. Receiving His affirmation heals, strengthens, and frees...

What if God’s presence isn’t something you chase—but Someone you meet face to face? This episode unpacks Scripture’s language of presence—literally “His face”—and how shifting from concept to communion transforms how you pray, rest, and decide. Drawing from Exodus 33:14, Numbers, Joshua, and John 15, we explore how God’s steady withness anchors anxious hearts and restores joy. We also confront the...

Have you ever thought that simply enjoying God’s presence blesses His heart? This devotional, inspired by Deuteronomy 10:8, reminds us that like the priests who offered the bread of presence, we are called not only to receive from God but to minister to Him. Through meditations on Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we’re invited to delight in who God is—not just what He gives—discovering that our joy i...

Scarcity tells a loud story—work harder, hold tighter, go faster. We push, we pour out, and end up empty. But there’s a better story. In this episode, we slow down and rediscover God as our Shepherd —the One who guides, provides, protects, and comforts. From Psalm 23 to John 10 and Revelation 7, we trace how true abundance flows not from striving, but from abiding. Through a simple picture of an o...

Feeling stuck in your faith? Sylvia Gunter’s devotional, inspired by Ephesians 5:14—“Wake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you”—invites you to move beyond routine into a vibrant relationship with God. It highlights your unique spiritual design and calls you to let the Holy Spirit transform you from the inside out. If you’re ready to stop spiritual sleepwalking and live i...

We open with Gideon hiding in a winepress, terrified and hungry, and watch him build an altar called “The Lord is Peace” before any battle is won. That scene reframes everything: God doesn’t just hand out calm; He reveals Himself as Peace—shalom—wholeness, harmony, and flourishing in the middle of pressure and uncertainty. From there, we trace how Scripture invites us to receive peace, such as Col...

Real change starts beneath the surface. This devotional from The Father’s Business shows how God, the master gardener, uproots harmful roots—division, pride, prejudice—and replaces them with Christ himself. Drawing on passages like Romans 11:16 and Matthew 15:13, it reminds us that lasting transformation isn’t our work but God’s. Through prayer and obedience, He removes what’s destructive and plan...

The word faithful sounds warm—until life feels cold. We went straight at the tension: the ache of betrayal, the sting of unanswered prayers, and the fear that maybe God won’t show up this time. Then we opened Scripture where God names Himself—compassionate, gracious, abounding in love and faithfulness—and traced how that unchanging character steadies us when circumstances don’t. We explored hesed,...

Have you ever felt pressured to prove your worth? This devotional from Sylvia Gunter’s You Are Blessed in the Names of God reminds us that the treasure isn’t our achievements but God’s power within us. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4:7, we are like fragile clay jars chosen to display His strength. Our identity is received, not earned, and our talents are gifts to steward, not proof of value. As Ephes...

Divine forgiveness extends beyond mere pardon—it completely erases sin, lifting our guilt and removing our burden as far as the east is from the west. Through Christ's sacrifice on the cross, God demonstrates the lavish nature of His forgiveness, wiping our slate clean rather than keeping a running tally of our transgressions. In today's podcast, we discuss further some of the following:...

Have you ever found yourself praying small, limited prayers because you couldn't imagine how God could possibly resolve your situation? Discover how King Hezekiah's approach to prayer in Isaiah 36-37 offers a transformative perspective for anyone facing seemingly impossible circumstances. This devotional unpacks practical steps to apply Hezekiah's prayer model: beginning with worshi...

What does it really mean that God is “slow to anger and abounding in love” —especially when life feels heavy or unfair? In this episode, Elizabeth and Kimberly explore Exodus 34:6–7 and share honest stories of their own impatience and frustration. Together they reflect on how God’s abundant love and patience flow from His very nature, not from our circumstances. Whether you’re celebrating God’s st...

Have you ever considered the quality of God's love for you? Not just that He loves you, but how He loves you? Drawing from John 15:9, this devotional reveals a stunning truth: "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you." The same perfect love that exists within the Trinity is directed toward you personally. Feel His loving arms around you today. Be strong in Him who is loving...

This episode launches our exciting new series exploring God's character that will run from September through December. We begin with the profound moment in Exodus 34 when God passes before Moses and proclaims His name: "The Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness." We contrast God's natural inclination toward grace with our hu...

Freedom from guilt and self-condemnation stands at the heart of the Christian experience, yet many believers find themselves trapped in cycles of shame long after God has forgiven them. This powerful episode explores that painful disconnect between knowing we're forgiven and actually feeling forgiven. What does it mean to truly embrace forgiveness? Through practical steps like Scripture medit...

What happens when someone who grew up without a father becomes a father figure to many? In this powerful conversation with Bob Brennan, we discover how wounds can transform into ministry and brokenness into blessing. Bob's journey begins with a childhood marked by an alcoholic, absent father who eventually passed away when Bob was just 15 years old. This absence created a void that affected n...

Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? This soul-nourishing devotional offers a powerful reminder of the shield of favor that surrounds you as God's beloved child. Drawing from the beautiful promise in Psalm 5:12, we explore how divine favor isn't just a blessing—it's a protective force that encircles believers in every circumstance. The devotional takes you on a journey thr...

What does it mean to truly delight in God, beyond duty or obligation? In this final episode of the Safe in the Father's Heart series, Elizabeth and Kimberly explore the profound difference between serving God and delighting in Him—and how recognizing His delight in us transforms everything. Delighting in God, they explain, isn't about manufacturing happy feelings. "Delighting isn&ap...

Have you ever wondered how to transform your prayer life from routine requests into powerful conversations with God? This devotional episode from Sylvia Gunter's "Prayer Portions" unveils the transformative practice of pleading God's promises—a spiritual discipline that strengthens faith and deepens our relationship with our covenant-keeping Father. We explore the foundational...

Have you ever felt like God was distant or hidden from view? We've all experienced those dark nights of the soul when faith feels fragile and God's presence seems like a distant memory. In this deeply personal episode, Elizabeth and Kimberly share how a simple yet profound truth—"the moon is round"—became our lifeline during seasons of devastating loss. What makes this truth so...

What does it mean to be guided by the Spirit of the Lord? Drawing from the rich imagery of Isaiah 11, this devotional unpacks the sevenfold Spirit—wisdom, understanding, counsel, power, knowledge, fear of the Lord, and delight in that fear—and how these aspects manifest in our daily walk with God. Are you struggling to discern God's direction in your life? Take a moment today to quiet yoursel...