Let’s be honest — temptation can feel like an onslaught of exhausting and unstoppable attacks. And too many of us treat it like we’re supposed to overcome just by “trying harder”. Some of us have even been told, “just don’t do it”. What’s worse, depending upon the culture and people we are around, some of… Continue reading Temptation’s Coming — Do You Have an Exit Strategy?
Author: Cultivate Relationships
STB127 | BSE | Maturity Requires Repentance E2
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan and Pastor Scott dive into what it takes to build spiritually mature relationships marked by humility, repentance, and growth. They explore how real connection requires more than surface-level friendship — it demands a willingness to confront sin, seek forgiveness, and walk in grace. They also encourage us to pursue relationships that reflect the transforming power of the gospel through honesty, accountability, and love. *Please note, this discussion takes place in two episodes. This is episode two.*
Wait… I Have to Repent for That?
When most of us hear the word repentance, we imagine some big dramatic apology — tears, guilt, dramatic music swelling in the background. But sometimes, repentance looks a lot more like this super hypothetical situation: You’re in the kitchen, and your spouse (or loved one) comes into the kitchen at the same time, and you… Continue reading Wait… I Have to Repent for That?
STB126 | BSE | Maturity Requires Repentance E1
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan and Pastor Scott dive into what it takes to build spiritually mature relationships marked by humility, repentance, and growth. They explore how real connection requires more than surface-level friendship — it demands a willingness to confront sin, seek forgiveness, and walk in grace. They also encourage us to pursue relationships that reflect the transforming power of the gospel through honesty, accountability, and love. *Please note, this discussion takes place in two episodes. This is episode one.*
Talk to God like He’s real… cause He is.
I used to have a friend who would wait for you to get done saying something, just so he could tell you what was already on his mind. His words would always come off feeling empty, pre-planned, and impersonal. Do you have anyone in your life who only talks at you instead of with… Continue reading Talk to God like He’s real… cause He is.
STB125 | BSE | Real, Vulnerable Prayer E2
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan and Pastor Scott talk about what prayer truly is — and what it isn’t by looking at the disciples’ prayer in Matthew 6.5-14. Prayer isn’t just a monologue directed at God; it’s a real conversation with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. They explore how prayer includes not just speaking, but also listening for God’s response and how to grow in our ability to hear His voice, not just Bible verses and what we think He’s saying. *Please note, this discussion takes place in two episodes. This is episode two.*
Prayer Isn’t a Vending Machine. It’s a Marriage.
A lot of us treat prayer like that vending machine. We come with our selections, pay with the right “sacrifice” — good behavior, emotional sincerity, long enough prayers — and expect the desired outcome. And when it doesn’t happen? We get frustrated… maybe even shake the machine a bit. But prayer isn’t transactional. It’s… Continue reading Prayer Isn’t a Vending Machine. It’s a Marriage.
STB124 | BSE | Real, Vulnerable Prayer E1
BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION – Nathan and Pastor Scott talk about what prayer truly is — and what it isn’t by looking at the disciples’ prayer found in Matthew 6.5-14. Prayer isn’t just a monologue directed at God; it’s a real conversation with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. They explore how prayer includes not just speaking, but also listening for God’s response and how to grow in our ability to hear His voice, not just Bible verses and what we think He’s saying. *Please note, this discussion takes place in two episodes. This is episode one.*
Was That God… or Just a Bad Burrito?
Wouldn’t it be easier if God always sounded like James Earl Jones with a thunderclap and a choir of angels behind Him? But more often than not, His voice sounds strangely familiar — like your own thoughts, but wiser, gentler, and usually with better timing… and maybe a bit of sarcasm if you’re wired that… Continue reading Was That God… or Just a Bad Burrito?
STB123 | Convictions & Controversies + Phil
Nathan and Phil dive into some hot-button topics — they discuss convictions (opinions) on worship music and address the controversy surrounding certain churches’ cultures and the songs they produce. They also reveal the often judgmental tone of “heresy hunter” ministries that claim to defend the Gospel but sometimes miss the heart of grace. They explore how believers can engage with non-Christians — when it’s wise, when it’s not, and how to navigate those relationships without compromising faith or integrity.
