Love and Context

Ben and Spencer introduce a season on biblical wisdom literature, explaining how these books help readers live faithfully amid uncertainty, suffering, and the noise of social media.

They preview Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, distinguish wisdom from rigid formulas, and discuss what it means to fear the Lord and practice gratitude.

They conclude an overview of biblical wisdom literature, moving from Ecclesiastes and Job to Song of Songs and the Psalms. They explore how these books shape gratitude, presence in suffering, faithful love, and honest prayer, with practical guidance for reading poetry and lament as followers of Jesus.

In this episode, we explore the profound depth of forgiveness, its costs, authority, and its role in discipleship and restoration. We discuss biblical stories and teachings that highlight forgiveness as a countercultural and wise practice for believers.

In this episode, we explore the final moments of Jesus' earthly ministry, focusing on the Great Commission and the Ascension. We discuss the significance of Jesus' authority, the call to make disciples of all nations, and the ongoing presence of Christ through the Holy Spirit.

In this episode, we explore the story of Peter in John 21, focusing on failure, restoration, and calling. We discuss how Jesus restores Peter after his denial, emphasizing that failure does not disqualify us from following Jesus and fulfilling our calling.

In this episode, Ben and Spencer reflect on the story of the road to Emmaus, exploring themes of hope, recognition, and the presence of Jesus in ordinary moments.

They emphasize how resurrection often appears quietly and how our expectations of Jesus' work can be too small and invite listeners to seek what Jesus is bringing not what we think should happen.

This episode explores the life, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the significance of the resurrection and its impact on faith and hope. It discusses biblical accounts from Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, and highlights the importance of belief in the resurrection for believers today.

This episode explores the profound connections between Psalm 22 and Jesus' crucifixion, revealing how Jesus' words and actions fulfill Old Testament prophecy and symbolize deeper spiritual truths.

Discover how these scriptures illuminate the purpose of Jesus' sacrifice and its global impact.

This episode explores the profound events of Jesus' crucifixion, emphasizing its theological significance, historical context, and the control Jesus exercised throughout his suffering.

It encourages reflection on the meaning of sacrifice, control, and the call to follow Jesus' example in our lives.

In this episode, Ben and Spencer walk through Jesus’ trial step by step—before the Sanhedrin, Pilate, Herod, and back to Pilate—showing how each phase is marked by legal irregularities, false accusations, and political pressure.

The Sanhedrin breaks its own laws, Pilate repeatedly declares Jesus innocent but caves to the crowd, and Herod mocks rather than seeks truth.

Throughout it all, Jesus remains calm and authoritative, turning the moment on its head. Instead of being truly judged, He exposes the injustice and moral failure of the very leaders who think they’re judging Him.

In this episode, Ben and Spencer explore the themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption as depicted in the life of Jesus.

The conversation delves into Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, the significance of the cup of suffering, the betrayal by Judas, and Peter's denial.

The discussion emphasizes the humanity of Jesus and the struggles of his disciples, ultimately reflecting on the importance of returning to God and the call to follow Jesus even in difficult times.