When I was a kid, I spent a lot of time in the hospital because of cystic fibrosis. Long sleepless nights, loads of needle pokes, and a constant flow of nurses and respiratory therapists coming in at all hours became normal. What wasn’t normal — or at least what hurt the most — was being… Continue reading Struggle Isn’t A Setback — It’s How Faith Grows!
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STB147 | BSE | Faith: The Holy Spirit
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan and Pastor Scott unpack what it really means to have faith in the Holy Spirit — not just the Holy Scriptures. The conversation explores how a Bible-only approach can lead to imbalance and self-directed legalism, while true freedom and relational depth come through walking with the Spirit daily.
Is the World Getting Darker or Lighter?
Over the course of my life, I have had several medical procedures. The worst one was a few years ago for an emergency resection of my colon. I’ll spare you the gory details, but needless to say, the recovery was LOOONG and excruciating. I still have a weird, balbous and lumpy abdomen as a result.… Continue reading Is the World Getting Darker or Lighter?
STB146 | BSE | Faith: The Son
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan and Pastor Scott dive into the humanity and divinity of Jesus, exploring how he fulfilled the roles of Prophet, Priest, and King. They discuss what it means for believers to see Jesus not only as God but as one who lived fully human, modeling faith, identity, and dependence on the Spirit. This conversation challenges us to deepen our understanding of Jesus and our trust in his work on our behalf.
We Crave Connection Yet Run From Vulnerability.
I’ve been told many times — by men’s ministries and well-meaning mentors — that my wife shouldn’t be my accountability partner because she is the “weaker vessel” and can’t carry the weight of my struggles. But that has never made sense to me (unless I am trying to get away with something). She is my… Continue reading We Crave Connection Yet Run From Vulnerability.
STB145 | Faith: The Father
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan and Pastor Scott explore how our earthly experiences — especially with fathers — shape our view of God as Father. They discuss the Trinity, God’s relational nature, and how healing reorients our hearts to see Him as He truly is.
Friends, Followers, and Socializing
We live in the most “connected” moment in history, and yet loneliness, anxiety, and depression are at record highs. Social media promises community, but what it actually delivers is an endless scroll of comparison, outrage, and curated highlight reels. It’s a counterfeit form of relationship. Research shows that heavy social media use increases depression,… Continue reading Friends, Followers, and Socializing
STB144 | Leading Others through the Freedom Booklet – TFB:P11
In this episode, Nathan and Lacey equip listeners to walk others through the Freedom Booklet. They cover two practical formats — intentional one-on-one meetings and small groups (typically 2–4 participants) with a leader and co-leader — and share concrete best practices: set dates and timelines, provide accountability and simple hospitality (quiet space, coffee, childcare), keep leaders as facilitators (not counselors), enforce confidentiality and speaking rules, use the instructional videos, check in between sessions, and always allow the Holy Spirit to lead. It’s a practical, encouragement-filled guide for helping people move from stuck to free.
God Told Me…
In Bible school, I had a friend who claimed that God told him he would marry at least five different women during his time there. Coming from a conservative church background (where I was never really taught how to hear God’s voice), his week-to-week “revelations” didn’t exactly build my confidence that God actually spoke. … Continue reading God Told Me…
STB143 | Planting Truth – TFB:P10
In this episode, Nathan and Lacey guide listeners through the last step of The Freedom Booklet, Step Nine: Receive and Replace — a transformative process of letting go of lies and replacing them with the Holy Spirit’s truth. Rather than simply releasing pain or sin, this step invites you to actively receive what Jesus is speaking over you, aligning your heart with His Word and stepping into lasting freedom. They explain how this isn’t just a cognitive shift but an invitation to action — hearing from God, walking in obedience, and marking the moment as a testimony of His work. This process closes the loop on the past and launches you forward into a future of hope and healing.
