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Tuning the Bow

Tuning the Bow

By: Matthew Wilbanks and Tim Rose
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Psalm 127:4 says, "Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the sons born in one's youth." A skilled warrior knows how to use his arrow, but children can be difficult to teach at times. The focus of this podcast is to equip parents to tune their bow and become skilled warriors as they train their children to go into the world. Join Matthew Wilbanks, youth minister at Trinity Baptist Church in Texarkana, AR, and Tim Rose, youth pastor at First Odessa in Odessa, TX, as they discuss family discipleship as the Bible teaches. Guests, jokes, and a deep dive into Scripture can be expected, so get ready to tune your bow!

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Episodes
  • Second Timothy – True Christianity

    Second Timothy – True Christianity
    Aug 12 2025

    How do you know if someone is a true Christian? A lot of people claim to be believers, but their lives seem to go against their claim. In this episode, Tim and Matt discuss how Scripture gives us this answer. If you are doubting your faith or salvation, entrust it to Jesus! Depending on Him is required, so study the Bible and see what else God requires (hint: Romans 10:1-13 is a good place to start).

    Passage – 2 Timothy 2:1-7

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    37 mins
  • Second Timothy – Dealing with Difficulty

    Second Timothy – Dealing with Difficulty
    Jul 22 2025

    Parents make a lot of difficult decisions for the betterment of their children. These choices may not be like by the kids, but certain people should be avoided, certain teachers should not be listened to, and every decision should be compared to sound teaching. In this episode, Matt and Tim continue their trek through 2 Timothy and discuss these things and why encouraging others is so important. If all parents do is focus on the negative, then children will not know what right things to imitate. Encourage those who need to be encouraged, and avoid those who need to be avoided.

    Passage – 2 Timothy 1:13-18

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    39 mins
  • Second Timothy – Gospel Parenting

    Second Timothy – Gospel Parenting
    Jul 15 2025

    Parenting comes with challenges that can seem overwhelming. There are times when you can be discouraged and want to give up, but the Gospel gives hope to everyone in any situation. In today's episode, Matt and Tim talk about how the Gospel changes the way parents should view their roles. God gives us the strength and encouragement to continue pressing on. So stop, see that He is in control, and live in the moment knowing that your family is a precious gift!

    Passage – 2 Timothy 1:1-12

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    35 mins
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