The world talks constantly about love. Songs, movies, relationships, emotions, attraction — everybody uses the word. But what does real love actually look like?

In this episode of FaithFuel with Bob Shaw, Bob talks about the difference between cultural ideas of love and the kind of love described in the Bible.

From infatuation and relationships to sacrifice, forgiveness, truth, grace, and the example of Jesus, this devotional explores why biblical love is deeper than emotion alone.

Using 1 Corinthians 13:4–7 and Romans 5:8, this episode encourages listeners to see love not just as a feeling, but as something that reflects the very character of God.

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Predestination is one of the most debated and misunderstood topics in Christianity.

Do people really have free will? Did God choose certain people before the world began? And why do faithful Christians disagree about this so much?

In this episode of FaithFuel with Bob Shaw, Bob talks about what the Bible means by predestination, why God’s sovereignty and human responsibility both appear in Scripture, and why this topic should lead believers toward humility and trust instead of fear and division.

Using Ephesians 1:4–5 and John 6:44, this devotional encourages listeners to trust the wisdom and goodness of God even when every question does not have a simple answer.

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Talking donkeys. Giant fish. Floating axe heads. The Bible contains supernatural events that can sound strange to modern ears.

In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw talks about why supernatural passages in Scripture should not weaken our faith, but instead remind us how much greater God is than human understanding.

This devotional explores miracles, the limits of human understanding, the power of God, fantasy literature, eternity, and why an infinite God should not be reduced to what feels explainable to us.

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You’ve probably heard people say, “Christianity isn’t about religion. It’s about relationship.” But what does that actually mean?

In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw shares his own experience growing up in the Catholic faith and talks about the difference between outward religion and genuine relationship with Jesus Christ.

This devotional explores grace, salvation, obedience, prayer, church tradition, and why Christianity was never meant to become a performance-based system of trying to earn God’s approval.

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People naturally rank sin. Murder feels worse than gossip. Adultery feels worse than lying. And because of that, it’s easy to compare ourselves to others and feel spiritually safer.

In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw talks about the danger of pride, self-righteousness, and comparing ourselves to other people instead of recognizing our own need for God’s grace.

Using a real-life conversation about Jeffrey Dahmer and biblical teaching from Jesus, this devotional explores earthly consequences, forgiveness, humility, and why every person stands in need of Christ.

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Why do people seek God intensely during hardship… but drift away once life becomes comfortable again?

In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw talks about the tendency people have to cry out to God during difficult seasons and then slowly fall back into self-reliance after the crisis passes.

Using a memorable scene from M*A*S*H and biblical examples, this devotional explores spiritual complacency, gratitude, dependence on God, and the importance of continuing to seek God in everyday life — not just during emergencies.

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Gratitude is easy to overlook when life gets stressful, frustrating, or disappointing. In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw talks about how comparison, bitterness, and constantly chasing “more” can slowly rob people of thankfulness.

Using personal experiences from early marriage struggles, Bob shares how bitterness affected his perspective and how gratitude helps people recognize God’s faithfulness even during difficult seasons.

This devotional looks at why gratitude matters spiritually and emotionally, and how intentionally thanking God for everyday blessings can reshape the way we carry life.

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In this episode of FaithFuel with Bob Shaw, Bob talks about parenting guilt, comparison, frustration, and the fear of failure that many moms and dads wrestle with.

Bob shares a personal story about the struggles he and his family faced when his son Nick was younger, before eventually being diagnosed with ADHD. What once felt confusing and overwhelming slowly began to make sense—and over time, things turned around in an incredible way.

Looking at Proverbs 22:6 and the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15, this devotional reminds parents that faithful parenting does not guarantee perfect outcomes, and struggling as a parent does not automatically mean failure.

Because God’s grace is big enough for parents too.

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What do you do with situations the Bible does not directly mention?

In this episode of FaithFuel with Bob Shaw, Bob talks about gray areas, personal conviction, discernment, and spiritual maturity. From entertainment and hobbies to habits and self-control, this devotional looks at how believers can approach difficult questions without turning Christianity into a search for loopholes.

Bob also shares a personal story about playing Dungeons & Dragons before becoming a Christian, and how different believers can wrestle with conviction differently.

Looking at 1 Corinthians 10:23, Romans 14, and Galatians 5:22–23, this episode encourages believers to ask not just “Is this allowed?” but whether something is pulling them away from becoming more like Christ.

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Have you ever noticed differences between the Gospel accounts and wondered if they contradict each other?

In this episode of FaithFuel with Bob Shaw, Bob talks about why Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John sometimes include different details, different perspectives, or different emphases while still pointing to the same truth about Jesus.

Using relatable examples and looking at Luke 1:1–4 and 2 Timothy 3:16, this devotional encourages believers not to panic when they encounter difficult passages or questions in Scripture.

Because different perspectives do not automatically mean contradiction.

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