Read First Peter with us! We're reading chapters 1-5 and bring the passage to life with historical context, translation notes, and practical application. You will hear how Peter's message of holy living, living hope, and a secure inheritance was meant to strengthen believers facing real danger, and why those same truths still matter when you feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or under attack.

Your words are either opening the door to breakthrough or shutting it before you even realize it. In this episode of Faith Like My Father, Lexie and Tim unpack the power of the tongue and show why what you say can shape your faith, your relationships, your mindset, and even the results you see in prayer.

Tim grounds the conversation in Scripture from Psalms, Proverbs, James, 1 Peter, Mark, Romans, and more, building a case that guarded speech is not just wise, but spiritually significant.

Lexie brings the conversation home with a practical, honest look at how words affect the people closest to us and how negative self-talk can quietly become a cycle that rewires what we believe about ourselves.

Faith is easy to claim and much harder to prove.

Lexie and Tim walk through the book of James and show why this short letter still cuts straight through pride, favoritism, empty religion, and the kind of wisdom that looks good on the outside but fails in real life. Lexie opens the episode with rich historical and cultural context around James, the brother of Jesus, his role in the Jerusalem church, and the world of Jewish Christians living under pressure. From there, Tim reads and unpacks James chapter by chapter, turning the text into a practical challenge for anyone who wants their faith to actually change how they live. You’ll discover:

• Why James is so focused on trials, endurance, and wisdom
• What it really means to be “double-minded”
• How favoritism, class division, and lip service expose shallow faith
• Why the tongue is so dangerous, and how your words reveal your heart
• The difference between worldly ambition and wisdom from above
• What James says about prayer, healing, confession, patience, and restoration

Lexie also brings in background from study Bibles to explain the cultural meaning behind key passages, while Tim keeps connecting the teaching back to everyday discipleship, self-control, and the call to live with integrity. Together, they show how James echoes Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and why it remains one of the most direct books in the New Testament for new believers and seasoned Christians alike. If you’ve ever wondered whether your faith is more than words, or you want a clearer, deeper read of James without losing the heart of the message, this episode is for you. It’s a grounded, challenging, and encouraging walkthrough of a book that refuses to let belief stay invisible.

When faith gets messy, most people assume they’re failing. This episode says the opposite - doubt, fear, and wrestling with God are often where real faith is forged. Lexie and Tim unpack what it looks like to keep moving toward God when you feel stuck, uncertain, or spiritually exhausted.Tim shares how perseverance shows up in the persistent widow, Hannah’s long season of prayer, and Jacob’s all-night wrestling match. Lexie adds practical insight on what it means to stay honest with God, avoid isolating yourself, and choose forward motion instead of freezing at the crossroads. Together, they show that God is not threatened by your questions - He meets people in them.If you’ve ever wondered whether your struggle disqualifies you, or if you’re trying to figure out how to trust God without pretending everything is fine, this conversation is for you. A thoughtful, encouraging listen for anyone who needs permission to be honest and a reminder that faith often grows one brave step at a time.

What does it actually mean to go all in for Jesus - not just on Sundays, but in the daily decisions that shape your life? This episode breaks down what surrender looks like in real terms, connecting the biggest commands of Jesus to a practical, step-by-step way of living them outTim and Lexie offer more than inspiration here - they give a framework for actually living surrendered, one step at a time. Perfect for anyone ready to move from spiritual admiration to wholehearted obedience.

Faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control are not just nice Christian ideas - they are the difference between a faith that sounds good and a life that actually looks like Jesus. In the final episode of this Fruits of the Spirit mini-series, Lexie and Tim break down what these often-overlooked traits really mean, why they matter now more than ever, and how to start living them in everyday moments.

You'll discover:

• Why faithfulness starts with small acts of obedience, not big emotions
• How gentleness can shape your tone, your timing, and your relationships
• Why self-control is more than willpower and how Scripture describes it as Spirit-empowered discipline
• What it looks like to pause before reacting, take thoughts captive, and remove temptation before it takes root
• How the fruits of the Spirit connect to one another and flow from love
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Tim brings biblical clarity and practical application throughout, while Lexie adds thoughtful examples, real-life insight, and honest reflection on where these truths hit home personally. Together they make these verses feel immediate, actionable, and deeply relevant for anyone trying to walk out their faith with consistency. If you have ever struggled to stay steady, stay kind under pressure, or say no to the flesh when it would be easier to give in, this conversation will meet you right where you are. It is a timely reminder that spiritual maturity is built through repetition, humility, and daily surrender.

The second part of their Fruits of the Spirit series with practical, biblical clarity that hits where modern life is most impatient, reactive, and self-focused. If you’re tired of instant gratification, shallow niceness, or trying to look spiritual without becoming more like Christ, this conversation gets right to the heart of it.

This episode is a timely reminder that Christian character is formed over time, not overnight. Perfect for anyone wanting to grow in maturity, respond with more grace, and live out a faith that actually looks like Jesus in everyday life.

In this episode of Faith Like My Father, Lexie and Tim kick off a three-part mini series on the Fruit of the Spirit by exploring love, joy, and peace. They explain how these qualities grow through a life with Christ, why they can’t be produced by willpower alone, and how they shape our relationships, our reactions, and our daily walk with God.

We have our first guest this week and she's very special, our niece/granddaughter, Arya! We asked her questions about what life looks like for an 11 year old trying to live out her faith!

This episode isn’t just about a young girl’s faith; it’s a reminder that spiritual curiosity and sincere questions are part of a genuine relationship with God. Arya's story encourages listeners of any age to embrace their doubts, seek answers with humility, and recognize that faith is a lifelong journey—full of wonder, questions, and grace.

In this episode of Faith Like My Father, Lexie and Tim reflect on several of Jesus’ commands and what they mean for daily Christian life. They talk about repentance, being born again, following Jesus, receiving the Holy Spirit, searching Scripture, letting your light shine, staying faithful through persecution, avoiding hypocrisy, and preaching the gospel. Along the way, they share personal insights, practical application, and encouragement to live with sincerity, obedience, and wholehearted faith. It’s a thoughtful conversation about moving beyond belief alone and actually living out what Jesus taught.

The resource mentioned in today's episode can be found at the link below:The Commands of Jesus Vol 1 by Curry Blake

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