What did Jesus mean when He told His disciples to wait until they were “clothed with power from on high”? In this episode of Red Letters, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante dive into Luke 24:49 and its powerful connection to the Holy Spirit. Discover why waiting mattered, what the promise really means, and how it still impacts your life today. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation on faith, obedience, and the power of the Spirit.

Jesus didn’t leave His followers with vague encouragement—He gave them a clear mission. In this episode of the Red Letters Podcast, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante break down Matthew 28:19, uncovering the heart behind the Great Commission and why it remains a defining call for every believer. This conversation challenges you to rethink what it truly means to live sent.

In a world that moves fast, waiting feels impossible but Jesus told His disciples to wait. In Luke 24:49, the promise didn’t come instantly, it came in obedience and patience.

In this episode of Red Letters, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante sit down with special guest Santiago Robles to talk about the resurrection, the power of waiting, and why what God is preparing is always worth it.

If you’ve been in a season where it feels slow or silent, this conversation is for you. Don’t rush what God is building.

In this powerful episode, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante sit down with special guest Pastor Jimmy Robles of Last Chance Ministries in San Antonio, Texas. Together, they dive into the life-changing truth of John 6:63 and the message that no matter your past—it’s not over.Pastor Jimmy shares his raw and inspiring story of transformation—from living as a drug dealer to encountering Christ and stepping into his calling as a pastor. This conversation is filled with hope, redemption, and the undeniable power of God to rewrite anyone’s story.If you’ve ever felt too far gone or wondered if God could still use you, this episode is for you.

In this episode of Red Letters, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante explore one of the most daring statements Jesus ever made: “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up” (John 2:19). What did He mean by this promise, and why did it shock His followers? Together, Matt and Juan unpack the historical context, the spiritual depth, and the life-changing implications of Jesus’ words. They dive into how His resurrection wasn’t just an event in history, but a powerful turning point that continues to transform lives today. Listeners will discover how the “temple” Jesus referred to goes far beyond a building, pointing instead to a hope and renewal available to anyone willing to believe. This episode challenges you to see the resurrection not as a distant story, but as a living promise that reshapes hearts, minds, and the world around us.

In this episode of Red Letters, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante unpack Jesus’ words in Gospel of Matthew 12:40 and explore the powerful connection between Jonah’s rebellion and Christ’s resurrection.

Jonah ran from God’s call and found himself three days in the deep. Jesus willingly walked toward the cross and spent three days in the grave. One ran in disobedience — the other surrendered in obedience. Yet both stories reveal a God who redeems, restores, and brings life out of what looks like the end.

Matt and Juan dive into how resurrection isn’t just proof of Jesus’ power — it’s proof of God’s relentless pursuit. You may run, you may resist, but you cannot outrun His purpose. And because of the resurrection, even our detours can become testimonies of grace.

On this episode of Red Letters, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante break down Gospel of Matthew 6:33 — “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness…” — and explore how that command connects to resurrection power.

What if resurrection isn’t just about life after death, but about reordered priorities right now? Matt and Juan talk about what it looks like to live raised—with new focus, new purpose, and new trust in God’s provision. When the Kingdom comes first, everything else finds its proper place.

This conversation will challenge you to shift from survival mode to Kingdom mindset.

In this episode of Red Letters, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante unpack the powerful words of Jesus in Gospel of John 11:25: “I am the resurrection and the life.”

Spoken in the middle of grief and impossibility, this declaration reveals who Jesus truly is—not just a miracle worker, but the source of life itself. Matt and Juan discuss the deeper meaning behind resurrection, how it applies to our everyday lives, and why this promise changes everything about how we view death, hope, and faith.

This is more than a story about Lazarus—it’s a reminder that resurrection power is still at work today.

In this powerful and honest conversation, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante explore a foundational truth: you cannot have real relationships without truth. Drawing from John 8:31, they unpack what it means to “continue in the Word” and how abiding in truth shapes the way we love, lead, forgive, and build trust.Matt and Juan discuss why truth is more than just honesty—it’s alignment, consistency, and spiritual integrity. They tackle tough questions about conflict, accountability, deception, and the quiet compromises that slowly erode connection. With practical insight and pastoral depth, they show how truth is not the enemy of love, but its very foundation.If you’ve ever wrestled with broken trust, fragile communication, or surface-level connections, this episode will challenge and encourage you to build relationships that are rooted in truth—and strong enough to last.

In this episode of Red Letters, Matt Woodfill and Juan Bustamante dive into John 8:32 to talk about how truth shapes every relationship we have. From the lies that keep us stuck to the truth that brings freedom, they unpack what it really means to live honestly with God, with others, and with ourselves. This conversation challenges you to confront what’s holding your relationships back and shows how God’s truth is the key to healing, growth, and lasting freedom.