Bible Boost
Find hope and inspiration every weekday with the Bible Boost podcast from Reverend George Penk. Each episode looks at a brief passage of Scripture for some encouragement.
It’s Going to Be All Right
God is with you. He knows what you’re facing.
Today’s verses: Acts 23:10-11
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Called by Name
You are seen. You are known. You are called.
Today’s verses: Exodus 3:2-4
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Filled With Power
Life in the Spirit means surrendering to God – and discovering his power at work in us.
Today’s verses: Ephesians 5:15-18
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Peter, Paul, and the Same God
Peter and Paul had different callings, but the same God worked powerfully through both of them.
Today’s verses: Galatians 2:7-8
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Our Father in Heaven
The Lord’s Prayer shows that prayer starts with relationship, not requests.
Today’s verses: Matthew 6:9-13
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The Last Will Be First
Jesus turns our usual ideas of success upside down. In his Kingdom, greatness looks very different.
Today’s verse: Matthew 19:30
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The Gift of Waiting
Waiting can be hard, but it strengthens our trust in God and shapes our character.
Today’s verses: Psalm 27:13-14
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The Soldier, the Athlete, the Farmer
Paul uses three striking images to show us what faithful discipleship looks like.
Today’s verses: 2 Timothy 4:6-8
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Belonging to God
As followers of Jesus, our lives belong to God – and that shapes everything we do.
Today’s verses: Mark 12:15-17
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Growth Takes Time
Slow, steady growth is still real progress.
Today’s verse: 2 Peter 3:18
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Peace That Guards Us
God’s peace is stronger than any earthly protection.
Today’s verses: Philippians 4:6-7
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Darkness Doesn’t Win
Life can feel dark at times, but the light of Christ still shines.
Today’s verses: John 1:4-5
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No Greater Privilege
There’s nothing better than running the race God has set before us.
Today’s verses: Hebrews 12:1-2
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Forgiven People Forgive
When we grasp the depth of God’s forgiveness towards us, it becomes easier to extend forgiveness to others.
Today’s verses: Matthew 6:14-15
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Carried All the Way
We may not like getting older, but God promises to carry and care for us through every stage of life.
Today’s verse: Isaiah 46:4
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When Evidence Isn’t Enough
Sometimes people refuse to believe even when the evidence is right in front of them. This is something Jesus himself experienced.
Today’s verses: John 12:37-38
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Strength Through Struggle
God will use our challenges to equip and strengthen us.
Today’s verses: James 1:2-4
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The One We Can Turn To
People in the gospels experienced change when they went to Jesus. We can do the same.
Today’s verses: Matthew 8:2,5-6
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The Story We’re Invited Into
The Bible tells the sweeping story of God and his people – and invites us to step into that story ourselves.
Today’s verses: 2 Timothy 3:16-17
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When Others Don’t Get It
Even Jesus’ own family misunderstood him at times. We’re in good company when people don’t ‘get’ our faith.
Today’s verses: Mark 3:20-21
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Leaping Into New Life
A man healed in Jesus’ name responded with joy and praise – a model for how we receive God’s work in our lives.
Today’s verses: Acts 3:8-10
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How We See God
The way we understand God’s character shapes how we pray.
Today’s verses: Psalm 145:8-9
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Searched For and Celebrated
A woman searched tirelessly for her lost wedding ring. Jesus searches for us.
Today’s verses: Luke 15:8-10
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God’s Purpose in Our Time
David fulfilled God’s purpose in his generation. We’re called to do the same in ours.
Today’s verses: Acts 13:34-37
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Permission to Ask
God welcomes your prayers and hears when you call.
Today’s verses: Luke 11:9-10
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Faith That Shows
The faith that saves us is a faith that transforms us.
Today’s verses: James 2:17-19
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Faithful to the End
Paul was ready to suffer for Jesus because he knew faithfulness mattered most.
Today’s verses: Acts 21:12-14
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Two Different Ways of Living
Let’s turn away from pride and choose the way of humility.
Today’s verses: 1 Peter 5:5-6
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Help for the Journey
The Holy Spirit gives us the strength to keep going.
Today’s verses: John 16:13-14
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The Supremacy of the Son
Jesus is supreme, powerful, and worthy of our worship.
Today’s verses: Hebrews 1:3-4
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Freedom from Trying to Impress
Our identity is found in God – not in what others think of us.
Today’s verses: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-6
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Strength in Surprising Places
We don’t have to manufacture our own resilience. Our strength comes from God.
Today’s verses: Psalm 28:6-8
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Faith That Stands Firm
When we’re under attack, we hold up the shield of faith. We trust the God who protects us.
Today’s verses: Ephesians 6:14-17
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When God Answers Specifically
God answers our prayers – sometimes in quiet ways, sometimes in astonishing ones.
Today’s verses: 1 John 5:14-15
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A Life That Matters
What does a meaningful life look like? Micah 6:8 gives a simple, powerful answer.
Today’s verse: Micah 6:8
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A Saviour Who Understands
When life is hard, Ascension Day offers a profound comfort.
Today’s verses: Acts 1:9-11
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Jesus Knows, Cares, and Heals
Jesus knows your story and meets you with compassion.
Today’s verses: John 5:6-9
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Don’t Lose Heart
God sees. God strengthens. And God brings the harvest.
Today’s verses: Galatians 6:9-10
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True Encouragement vs. Flattery
When we speak well of others, we have to mean what we say.
Today’s verses: Acts 24:2-5
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Lavish Love
The wedding at Cana reveals a God whose love is generous and overflowing.
Today’s verses: John 2:9-10
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