What if the Kingdom of God doesn't start the way you expect? In this episode, we look at the parable of the mustard seed- and how something that seems small, hidden or insignificant can actually be the beginning of something much greater. 

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Why did Jesus speak in parables?

Not just to explain truth… but to hide it.

In Matthew 13, Jesus reveals that parables don’t just make things clearer—they actually separate those who are ready to see from those who aren’t.

In this episode, we unpack why that matters, and how the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price reveal something deeper:

The Kingdom isn’t just valuable…

it’s worth everything.

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Have you ever felt like you’re stuck… circling the same issues, the same thoughts, the same patterns?

In this episode, we talk about something we don’t always like to name directly — unbelief.

Not just doubt, but the kind of unbelief that quietly shapes what we expect, how we pray, and whether we truly believe God will move in our lives.

Scripture shows us that unbelief isn’t small — it can actually keep us from stepping into what God has promised. We see it in Hebrews, and even in the Gospels, where Jesus didn’t do many miracles because of the people’s unbelief.

At the root of it, unbelief often points to something deeper:

a disconnect in how we truly know God as Father.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, this episode will challenge you to look at what you’re agreeing with — and invite you to start walking in trust again.

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Some of the most dangers spiritual movements didn't begin by rejecting the Bible- they began by slowly redinfing what it meant. 

In this episode, we look at how theat actually happens. From well known groups to more subtle examples, there are patterns that show up again and again, isolated verses, "special revelation", and authority quietly shifting away from scripture. 

When you leanr to recognize these patterns, you grow in confidence, not just in what you believe, but in how you handle the Word for yourself. 

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One of the biggest reasons Scripture gets misunderstood isn't because people don't love God - it's because we read verses without their context. In this episode, we talk about why context matters when studying the Bible and how slowing down to understand what a passage meant then helps us apply it faithfully now. 

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If you've ever opened your Bible and thought, "I don't even know where to start," this episode is for you. Loving God draws us to His word - but learning how to study is still part of growing. And it doesn't have to be complicated. 

In this episode, I walk you through a simple, sound way to study Scripture that anyone can use. No academc language. No special tools. Just three steady questions. When you slow down and approach scripture with care, confidence replaces confusion - and faith becomes anchored instead of reactive. 

We live in ever increasing deception and in order to continue following Jesus, we must learn how to consistently and accurately study scripture so we are not easily swayed by false doctrines and destructive teachings. Join me as I lay out a foundation for this series and we jump into the quiet danger of not studying scripture. You do not want to miss this episode!

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The world is full of deception and corrupt voices that are always trying to lead us astray. Let's talk about how to truly know the voice of God so you don't fall prey to deception. It all starts with knowing God's word by storing it up in your heart. Join me as we dive into this topic! 

Join in as Shana shares some of the words God has given her to share with the church for where we are at the beginning of 2026, global events and how God is working all around us. Do not be afraid- God is with us helping us through these tumultuous times. She shares from Isaiah 41 and the promise of God's constant help, strength and protection. 

In this episode, we take a biblical look at sensitivity and tenderness of heart-not as weakness, but as something God intentionally forms and values. Scripture consistently shows God drawing near to those with soft, discerning, and responsive hearts, even in a world that rewards hardness. 

We explore what it means to be tenderhearted in the Kingdom of God, why sensitive people often feel out of place, and how Scripture reframes sensitivity as somwthing to steward rather than suppress. If you've ever felt pressure to toughen up or hide how deeply you feel, this episode offers a gentler, truer prespective rooted in God's design.