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 promise when the Promise was standing right in front of them.And if we’re honest… sometimes we do the same thing.In this episode of Bible StudTea, we unpack:• The difference between sincere confusion and hardened hypocrisy• Why Jesus rebukes some and teaches others• Jesus and fasting in the context of spiritual discernment• How devotion can quietly slip into spiritual autopilot• The meaning of new wine and wineskins• What it looks like to check your heart posture before checking someone else’s practiceAre we carrying over a spiritual discipline from a previous season without asking if it still fits?Maybe the real question isn’t, “Who’s doing it wrong?”Maybe it’s, “What might God be trying to replace, reveal, or prune in us?”New wine requires new capacity. Spiritual growth requires discernment.Let’s discern the season together.Bible StudTea | Christian Podcast | Matthew 9 | Spiritual Growth

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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 the heart of God—mercy over image, relationship over reputation, and calling before cleanliness.

This episode challenges us to examine our own hearts:
Who do we avoid?
Who do we judge silently?
And would we have sat at that table—or criticized it?

If you’ve ever felt unworthy, overlooked, or disqualified—or if you’ve ever struggled with extending grace—this conversation will stretch, convict, and realign you with the true mission of Christ.

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 connection between faith, forgiveness, healing, and the authority of Jesus. We’ll unpack why Jesus forgave sins before performing the miracle, what it means when others carry us in faith, and how religious pride can cause people to miss what God is doing right in front of them.

If you’ve ever needed healing, freedom, forgiveness—or friends who will carry you to Jesus—this episode is for you.

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’re unpacking why Jesus’ authority over demons was not the issue—the cost of freedom was.
In this conversation, we explore: • The authority of Jesus that demons recognize immediately
• Why deliverance often disrupts systems, routines, and economies
• How people can prefer manageable bondage over transformative freedom
• What it means to welcome Jesus when His presence changes everything
• The danger of asking Jesus to leave because obedience feels inconvenient
This episode challenges us to examine whether we truly want freedom—or only the kind that doesn’t interfere with our comfort, control, or way of life.

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, reflection, and encouragement to align your life with the peace and authority found in Christ.

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 ever struggled with obedience, hesitation, or feeling torn between Jesus and everything else in life — this one is for you.Prepare to self-reflect, realign, and recommit to following Jesus with your whole heart and no excuses.

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, and lift what you were never meant to carry. If you’ve been longing for breakthrough, tired from spiritual heaviness, or needing a reminder of Jesus’ power and compassion, this episode will refresh your faith. Sip, reflect, and let the Word show you what happens when Jesus truly shows up.

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.

In this bible chat, we unpack what it means to trust the Word of God with that same boldness: believing Jesus can do what He says simply because He said it. We explore how true faith acknowledges Christ’s authority, surrenders control, and takes Him at His Word even when nothing in the natural makes sense. You’ll be challenged to examine your own walk, reflect on the depth of your trust in Jesus, and consider whether your faith resembles the kind that makes the Savior marvel. Pour your tea, open your Bible, and lean in — this episode points everything back to Christ and invites you to walk in a faith that honors Him.

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 the heart of our Savior: “I am willing.”Join the conversation and let's unpacks this powerful encounter that reminds us:○ No one is too far gone.○ Jesus’ willingness is greater than our uncleanness.○ True faith doesn’t just ask — it kneels, trusts, and obeys.Grab your tea and your Bible — it’s time to dig deep and self-reflect. Because when Jesus touches your life, you’re not just healed… you’re made clean.#BibleStudTea #Matthew8 #JesusCleanses #FaithThatHeals #ChristCentered #BiblicallySound

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 whether our obedience matches our confession. Le'ts break down how storms reveal our foundation — exposing what’s built on Christ and what’s built on convenience. This episode will make you pause, self-reflect, and ask: 'Am I built to last or bound to fall?' Tune in and be reminded that real strength, stability, and peace come when your life is rooted in Jesus, the solid Rock. #BibleStudTea #BuiltOnTheRock #FaithInAction