Bible StudTea

E105 Spilling the Tea on Practice vs Presence (Matthew 9:14-17)

What happens when we get so committed to spiritual practice that we miss the Presence of God?In E105 Spilling the Tea on Practice vs Presence...Matthew 9:14–17, we dive into John the Baptist’s disciples questioning Jesus about fasting. But instead of rebuking them, Jesus shifts their perspective. He doesn’t argue about the discipline — He points to Himself.They were practicing longing for the promise when the Promise was standing right in front of them.And if we’re honest… sometimes we do the same thing.In this episode of Bible StudTea, we unpack:• The difference between sincere confusion and hardened hypocrisy• Why Jesus rebukes some and teaches others• Jesus and fasting in the context of spiritual discernment• How devotion can quietly slip into spiritual autopilot• The meaning of new wine and wineskins• What it looks like to check your heart posture before checking someone else’s practiceAre we carrying over a spiritual discipline from a previous season without asking if it still fits?Maybe the real question isn’t, “Who’s doing it wrong?”Maybe it’s, “What might God be trying to replace, reveal, or prune in us?”New wine requires new capacity. Spiritual growth requires discernment.Let’s discern the season together.Bible StudTea | Christian Podcast | Matthew 9 | Spiritual Growth #biblestudy #biblestudtea #bible #christfollower #christian #podcast #practice #presence

E104 Spilling the Tea on Why Jesus Sat with “Those People” (Matthew 9:9–13)

In this episode of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on one of the most uncomfortable—and revealing—moments in Jesus’ ministry: why He intentionally sat with “those people.” Jesus calls Matthew straight from the tax booth, then chooses to sit at a table surrounded by sinners, outsiders, and people society had already written off. While religious leaders clutched their pearls, Jesus revealed the heart of God—mercy over image, relationship over reputation, and calling before cleanliness. This episode challenges us to examine our own hearts: Who do we avoid? Who do we judge silently? And would we have sat at that table—or criticized it? If you’ve ever felt unworthy, overlooked, or disqualified—or if you’ve ever struggled with extending grace—this conversation will stretch, convict, and realign you with the true mission of Christ.

E103 Spilling the Tea on Forgiveness Before Healing (Matthew 9:1-8)

In Episode 103 of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on one of the most powerful yet often overlooked moments in the ministry of Jesus. In Matthew 9:1–8, a paralyzed man is brought to Jesus—not by his own strength, but by the faith of his friends. What happens next shocks everyone in the room. Before Jesus heals the man’s body, He addresses something deeper: his sin. This episode explores the connection between faith, forgiveness, healing, and the authority of Jesus. We’ll unpack why Jesus forgave sins before performing the miracle, what it means when others carry us in faith, and how religious pride can cause people to miss what God is doing right in front of them. If you’ve ever needed healing, freedom, forgiveness—or friends who will carry you to Jesus—this episode is for you.

E102 Spiling the Tea on Deliverance That Made People Uncomfortable (Matthew 8:28-34)

In Matthew 8:28–34, Jesus encounters two demon-possessed men—isolated, feared, and bound by forces beyond their control. With a single command, Jesus delivers them. Demons flee. Freedom is restored. But instead of celebration… the town asks Jesus to leave. This episode spills the tea on deliverance that made people uncomfortable, deliverance nobody asked for, and freedom that disrupted comfort. We’re unpacking why Jesus’ authority over demons was not the issue—the cost of freedom was. In this conversation, we explore: • The authority of Jesus that demons recognize immediately • Why deliverance often disrupts systems, routines, and economies • How people can prefer manageable bondage over transformative freedom • What it means to welcome Jesus when His presence changes everything • The danger of asking Jesus to leave because obedience feels inconvenient This episode challenges us to examine whether we truly want freedom—or only the kind that doesn’t interfere with our comfort, control, or way of life.

E101 Spilling the Tea on Faith in the Storm: Who Are You Trusting When the Waves Hit? (Matthew 8:23–27)

In Episode 101 of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on what real faith looks like when life gets stormy. Drawing from Matthew 8:23–27, we unpack why the disciples panicked while Jesus slept—and what that reveals about our own faith when fear rises. This episode challenges us to examine whether we truly trust Jesus in the storm or only when the waters are calm. Get ready for conviction, reflection, and encouragement to align your life with the peace and authority found in Christ.