*This weekly newsletter will share about the Bible Breakdown podcast, things about RLC, and my favorite things from around the web. My prayer is it will help you know God better.
Hello friends. Happy Saturday!
Have you ever been handed an assignment that made you want to double-check the sender's address? That’s kind of how Matthew 10 feels—Jesus gives His disciples a bold, dangerous mission… and zero sugarcoating. He sends them out like sheep among wolves and tells them to expect rejection, persecution, and awkward conversations—classic team-building vibes.
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(Mastthew 10:16) “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves.”
Observation: Jesus prepares His disciples for a mission that is anything but comfortable. He acknowledges the danger and doesn’t promise ease—but He does promise presence. His strategy is both bold and wise: combine godly innocence with street-smart wisdom, knowing that the world may not welcome the message but still needs it.
Application: Following Jesus means stepping into uncomfortable spaces with confidence in the One who sends you. It’s easy to think boldness and kindness can’t mix, but Jesus calls us to walk in both. This week, I need to ask: where am I shrinking back from gospel opportunities because they feel awkward or risky?
Prayer: Lord, help me not to fear the wolves or avoid the mission. Make me wise and gentle—bold enough to speak truth and kind eough to reflect Your heart. Send me out today, not in fear, but in faith.
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📣 Sermon/Testimony. God’s Power When We’re Punched.
This sermon addresses how to trust God's sovereignty through unexpected trials, offering encouragement from real-life stories and personal insight. Swindoll’s conversational style makes the message feel like a chat with a wise friend, not a lecture. A great resource for those facing hardship and needing hope.
🤔 Apologetics. If God Is Good, Why Is There So Much Evil and Suffering?
The question about evil and suffering has no easy answer because it is not about logical possibilities or impossibilities. Rather, it is an issue of the heart—we want to understand why people go through various difficulties. In fact, to hear the cries of help and feel burdened is a good thing, because it reveals a side of our humanity.
🤓 CS Lewis. God in the Dock: The Apologetics of C.S. Lewis
Roger Nicole’s concise article highlights Lewis’s core apologetic works (The Problem of Pain, Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters) and explains how Lewis engaged skeptics with clarity and charm. Nicole underscores Lewis’s firsthand awakening from atheism, which gives his arguments unique credibility. It’s a helpful primer on Lewis's enduring impact on Christian thought.
✍️ Going Deeper. The Inductive Bible Study Method: A Simple Guide
This article from The Gospel Coalition breaks down the inductive method—observation, interpretation, and application—with practical examples for each stage. It’s ideal for those who want to move beyond surface reading into more disciplined study. You'll walk away equipped to apply inductive tools to any passage systematically.
✍️ Biblical Archeology. Why We Dig: The Importance of Biblical Archaeology
This article emphasizes how archaeology confirms the historical reality behind biblical narratives and resurrects ancient daily life—from crops to water systems. It includes vivid examples like the discovery of child‑sacrifice sites at Carthage. It’s a solid foundation for anyone wanting to connect Scripture with lived history.
📚 Book. Mere Christianity
A timeless, powerful apologetic work that explores the core of Christian belief with clarity and elegance. Lewis combines philosophical insight and pastoral warmth, making complex theological ideas approachable. It remains a go-to resource for those exploring or defending the Christian faith.
🕺 Biblical Manhood. Manhood Restored – A Biblical Vision of Masculinity
This article features a reflection by pastor Eric Mason on cultural confusion around masculinity and God’s design for male leadership rooted in Christ-like humility. It unpacks the difference between toxic gender norms and spiritually grounded strength. It’s a powerful call to men to rediscover their purpose through biblical identity and mission.
🎧 Song of the Week. Phil Wickham & Brandon Lake – People of Heaven
A celebratory anthem that invites believers to embrace their heavenly identity together, blending Wickham’s soaring melodies with Lake’s contemporary energy. Though released in 2023, the official audio gained renewed attention in 2024 for its vibrant praise. It’s both uplifting and unifying—great for corporate worship.
✍️ Quote of the Week That Makes You Think
“Good philosophy must exist, if for no other reason, because bad philosophy needs to be answered." —The Weight of Glory
🤪 Dad Joke of the week
What did the ocean say to the beach?
Nothing—it just waved.
Jesus doesn’t call us to safe, silent faith—He calls us to bold, loving witness. Matthew 10 reminds us that gospel work may be messy, but we’re not alone. Sheep among wolves? Maybe. But we’re also sons and daughters of the King.
🤪 Meme of the Week
