Are you trusting your own strength more than God’s? This week, the Bible Savvy team walks through Judges 15, where Samson’s fiery anger, surprising victories, and flawed strength reveal both the danger of self-reliance and the surprising ways God works through imperfect people. Check out the Faith At Work Podcasts and Audio Prayer Guides at …
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Are you taking credit for what God has done? This week, Bible Savvy welcomes our friends from the Faith At Work Podcast to discuss Judges 7:1-25. There, we read about God weakening Gideon’s army to demonstrate that it’s God who will win the battle. Check out the Faith At Work Podcasts and Audio Prayer Guides …
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When relationships feel difficult, God invites us to come to him for patience, grace, and strength. In this Faith at Work guided prayer, Streamwood Campus Pastor Joe Lewis leads us in this exercise of inviting the Holy Spirit to meet us where we are and help us love others with the same patience and compassion …
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The Bible’s Old Testament books of Judges and Ruth occur during a time of great trial and often violent encounters for Israel – the time between the exodus and establishment of the monarchy. For insight into how to read and understand these challenging passages, Pastor Clayton interviews Old Testament expert Dr. Sandra Richter, the Robert …
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We’re always one generation away from forgetting what God has done. The Bible Savvy Podcast dives into the Old Testament book of Judges – a wild, often unsettling collection of stories about God’s people after they’ve settled in the Promised Land. Want more on Judges? Check out the expert interview with Dr. Sandra Richter here. …
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Are you willing to bring your doubts to Jesus? When Jesus appeared after his resurrection in Luke 24:36-53, his disciples couldn’t believe their eyes. Instead of shaming them for their uncertainty, Jesus invited them to touch and feel for themselves that he was really there. In this episode, the team explores what it means to …
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When anxiety about work starts to rise, God is ready to listen and bring peace. In this Faith at Work Guided Prayer, Alyssa Nugent, a senior director of sales training, helps us bring our workplace worries before God and invite the Holy Spirit to meet us right where we are. Find written prayer guides at …
How do you approach the Lord’s table? In this episode of the Bible Savvy podcast, the team explores the powerful moment in Luke 22:7-38 when Jesus shares his last supper with his disciples, revealing how he came to fulfill his purpose and redefining greatness. Do we focus on the wrong things? Looking for the Bible …
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When disappointment or rejection weighs on your heart, God is ready to listen. In this Faith at Work Guided Prayer, music instructor Ryan Kastle helps us turn our hearts toward God by bringing our pain, honesty, and hope to the one who hears us. Find written prayer guides at ccclife.org/workplaceprayer.
In Luke 16, Jesus shares two parables that challenge how we view wealth, faithfulness, and eternity. Pastors Courtney, David, and Clayton unpack the stories of the shrewd manager and the rich man and Lazarus, exploring what they reveal about stewardship, generosity, and where our hearts truly belong. Looking for the Bible Project videos on Luke? …
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Real security isn’t found in wealth. In Luke 12:13-34, Jesus warns us to “be on your guard against all kinds of greed” and urges us to be rich toward God. In this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team explores God and money–and what it really means to seek God’s Kingdom over temporary treasures. …
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On a live taping of the Bible Savvy Podcast, pastors Courtney, Clayton, and David dig into Luke 10’s story of Mary and Martha. At Jesus’ table, priorities are reset. Looking for the Bible Project videos on Luke? You can find them here! Part 1 | Part 2
Feeling burnt out or exhausted from work? In this Guided Prayer exercise, business owner Jess Martin leads a time of prayer for those feeling weary or burned out by work. It’s easy to push through exhaustion without pausing to invite God in. This prayer creates space to bring your burdens before him, asking the Holy …
In Luke 6, Jesus challenges expectations—healing on the Sabbath, choosing his twelve apostles, and teaching through the Sermon on the Plain. Crowds gather with excitement, but Jesus’ words cut deep, calling for love of enemies, mercy, and building lives on a solid foundation. On this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team unpacks how …
In Luke 4, Jesus begins his ministry—resisting the devil in the wilderness, performing miracles, and returning to his hometown of Nazareth. At first, Jesus’ words stir excitement and anticipation, but the mood quickly shifts as people wrestle with the challenge of his message. On this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team dives into …
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