What if the verse that makes you wince is the one God wants to use to free you? In this episode, we explore why Scripture sometimes confronts us—and why that discomfort can be a sign of love, not shame. Learn how truth moves from head knowledge to life-changing practice, how to discern loving correction from harmful critique, and how the Holy Spirit uses conviction to form healthier habits. If you’ve been avoiding the harder passages, this conversation offers a wiser, grace-filled way forward.

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What happens when we stop outsourcing our faith and start thinking with God’s Word for ourselves? In this episode, we honor pastors and teachers as gifts while drawing a clear line: leaders guide us, but Scripture must be personally engaged. Learn why reading differs from studying, how context protects understanding, and how simple tools build confidence without overwhelm. If you’re ready to move beyond passive listening into active, biblical clarity, this conversation offers a steady path forward.

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Ever feel like spiritual gifts are wrapped in mystery, hype, or gatekeeping? In this episode, we clear the fog and return to Scripture. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12 and Romans 12, we explore what gifts are for, who receives them, and how to discern yours without comparison or pressure. You’ll learn how gifts serve the common good, how humility and character shape calling, and how to take one faithful step to put your gifts to work—at church, at home, and in everyday life.

Looking for language around your gifts? This free, short Spiritual Gifts Assessment can help you notice patterns and prompt prayerful reflection.
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Confidence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a posture rooted in God. In this episode, Pastor and mental health counselor Sharon Trotter shares how “Gonfidence” transforms mentoring from fragile to fearless. We explore heart-level healing, simple spiritual rhythms, and practical ways to mentor with integrity and love. From family-first discipleship to small, consistent touchpoints, this conversation offers a grounded path for anyone who feels unqualified but willing to lead with faith, clarity, and courage.

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Feeling the weight of a new year sprint and unsure what your calling looks like in real life? In this episode, we walk a calmer path to purpose—one rooted in identity in Christ, not titles or hustle. Learn the difference between purpose and occupation, how rest fuels calling, and how to discern your next assignment with peace and confidence. If you’re craving clarity without pressure, this conversation will help you lead boldly while staying grounded and whole.

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Start the year with a better question than what to do next: who are you in Christ? In this episode, we root identity in Scripture, moving beyond vague affirmations to concrete truth from Ephesians and Acts. Discover how adoption, grace, and peace reshape leadership, quiet comparison, and build steady confidence. When identity comes before strategy, striving gives way to assurance. If you’ve felt overlooked, underqualified, or drained by noise, this conversation invites you to lead and live from who God says you are.

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Before stepping into a new year, we pause to remember what God did through this community in 2025—real growth, real questions, and real hunger for Scripture. In this episode, we look back on the moments that shaped us: global listeners learning how to study the Bible with confidence, meaningful prayer rhythms, and honest conversations that strengthened faith. We also share what’s ahead for 2026: reading Scripture together at a steady pace, deepening context, and creating space for real transformation.

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Year-end rush or sacred reset? We’re choosing reset. In this Faith Fuel episode, take a breath, reflect, and follow a curated roadmap through Scripture—from Ephesians to James—to strengthen your walk while we pause for the holidays. It’s your chance to binge intentionally, grow steadily, and let reflection become worship before stepping into the new year rested, rooted, and ready.

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