The 10 Commandments E10 — The short commandment, “Do not commit adultery,” assumes that every marriage is vitally important and just as worth protecting as a human life. But why is a marriage covenant so important in the Bible? The biblical authors consider marriage to be a great mystery that points to something cosmic: God’s faithful commitment to humanity. In this episode, Jon and Tim explore the meaning of marriage in the Bible, and how its deeper values are relevant to both married and unmarried people.

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What if the anxiety, chronic illness, and emotional struggles you’re carrying are connected to deeper wounds in the soul?

In this powerful conversation, Susie Larson shares her deeply personal healing journey through childhood trauma, chronic illness, fear, and anxiety — and how God met her in the middle of it all.

An author, national speaker, and radio host, Susie opens up about surviving physical and emotional abuse, battling Lyme disease while raising three young children, and learning how unhealed trauma impacts the body, mind, and spirit. Together, we discuss why so many women live in survival mode, how fear affects our physiology, and what it looks like to finally face the lies keeping us stuck.

Susie shares how God revealed this life-changing truth to her:

“The storms reveal the lies we believe and the truth we need.”

If you’ve struggled with anxiety, chronic illness, emotional exhaustion, or feeling disconnected from yourself and from God, this episode offers hope, healing, and practical encouragement for the journey toward wholeness.

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Merle, Pearl, Michael, Justin, and Sadie thought their epic adventures in Israel were over. But after returning to Tennessee, they’re faced with an even bigger challenge―make-up homework! Desperate to escape the mountain of assignments, Michael and Justin strike a deal with their teacher and agree to create an educational presentation for the class about their time abroad. Sounds easy, right? But how can they keep Merle and Pearl a secret when they’re in every photo? With artificial intelligence!

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In this week’s episode of Faith for Normal People, Jared talks with Roberto de la Noval and Jordan Wood about the church fathers, the development of doctrine, and how early Christians approached the Bible. They explore how figures like Augustine and Origen understood Scripture as something meant to transform people rather than simply provide literal answers, and why “problem passages” were often seen as invitations to think more deeply. Together, they invite listeners to see Christian tradition not as static or simplistic, but as a long, creative conversation about how to make sense of God, Scripture, and human experience. 

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A little girl in her Sunday best, holding her grandmother's hand, walking quietly through a graveyard to place flowers on family graves — it's a picture of Memorial Day that many of us carry in our own memories. In this episode, Lynette Kittle reflects on the sacred tradition of honoring those who laid down their lives for the freedom we enjoy today. Long before we understood the weight of sacrifice, many of us were taught by those who came before us that some things are worth remembering — and worth honoring.

Each soldier, each serviceman and woman, was created in the image of a holy God, breathed into life by His own breath. Memorial Day is an invitation to pause and recognize the priceless worth of every life given in service to this nation. As Jesus Himself said, "No greater love has anyone than that he lay down his life for his friends" (John 15:13). This day is a call to gratitude — to God for His hand on our nation, and to the countless men and women whose sacrifice made our freedom possible.

Today's Bible Verse

"And walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God." — Ephesians 5:2, NIV

Ponder Today

1. Every fallen soldier bore the image of God. Each life lost in service was sacred — created by a holy God, breathed into being by Him, and deeply valued by Him (Genesis 1:27, Genesis 2:7).
2. Freedom is not free — and it must not be forgotten. As Ronald Reagan warned, freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. Memorial Day calls us to remember, reflect, and pass on the lessons of sacrifice to those who come after us.
3. Sacrifice is an act of love. Christ laying down His life for us and a soldier laying down their life for their country both reflect the same profound truth: there is no greater love than this.
4. Grief deserves to be honored. For countless families across America, Memorial Day carries deep personal sorrow. We are called not just to celebrate freedom, but to sit with and comfort those still bearing the weight of loss.
5. Gratitude to God and gratitude for service go hand in hand. America's freedom endures as we thank God for His hand on our nation and recognize the individuals whose sacrifice made that freedom real.

A Prayer for You Today

Dear Father, lead us to commemorate Memorial Day in a way that honors You and the sacred lives You created. Let us never forget the sacrifice of those who laid down their lives for their friends and for this nation. Thank You for every man and woman who has served in America's Armed Forces. Bring healing and restoration to those wounded in service, and bring comfort to every family still carrying the sorrow of loss. May we hold freedom with grateful hearts and open hands, always remembering the price that was paid. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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On this episode, we’re joined by Lucas Sherraden.  

Lucas Sherraden is a leadership coach, entrepreneur, and author of The Uncaged Leader. With over two decades of experience building companies and coaching top performers, he helps leaders break free from internal patterns and lead with clarity, curiosity, and purpose. Blending neuroscience, psychology, and real-world business insight, Lucas equips leaders to move from burnout to intentional influence. He also hosts the Built HOW podcast and is passionate about helping people step into their God-given potential. 

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