Dad Jokes and Discernment: The Podcast
A Scripture-driven Christian podcast exploring biblical truth, spiritual growth, revival, theology, and everyday life through contextual Bible teaching and honest discussion. From misunderstood Bible verses and Christian living to conviction, repentance, discipleship, and culture, each episode aims to push believers deeper into God’s Word and draw non-beleivers closer to Christ.
Episode 59: Spiritual Warfare Is Real: Demons, Distraction & the Armor of God
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Spiritual Warfare Is Real: Demons, Distraction & the Armor of God
What if spiritual warfare doesn't usually look like a horror movie?
What if the enemy doesn't need you to reject Jesus, abandon your faith, or fall into some spectacular sin? What if all he needs is your attention?
In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we go straight down a theological rabbit hole—starting with the reality of demons and spiritual warfare, then connecting Daniel 10, Acts 19, Ephesians 6, Matthew 28, Genesis 6, and the De...
Episode 58: I Obeyed God… So Why Is My Life Still Falling Apart?
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What happens when you pray, obey, serve, sacrifice, and genuinely try to follow God—and life still doesn't go the way you expected?
Why didn't God answer the prayer? Why is the marriage still struggling? Why are the finances still tight? Why is the door still closed? Why does doing the right thing sometimes seem to make absolutely no difference?
In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we wrestle with an uncomfortable question: Are we obeying God because He is worthy of our obedience, or be...
Episode 57: You’re Worrying About Tomorrow. God Is Already Preparing the Field.
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In this episode of Dad Jokes & Discernment, we sit down with Pastor Jordan for what was supposed to be a simple sermon recap on Nahum. Naturally, it turned into something much bigger.
We dig into Nahum 1, the judgment of Nineveh, the danger of returning to old sins, the importance of passing biblical truth to the next generation, and what it means to fear God when our problems seem bigger than He is.
Then we hit Nahum 1:7:
“The LORD is good, a...Episode 56: The Dollar and the Disciple: What Does God Say About Money? Pt2
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The Dollar and the Disciple: What Does God Say About Money? — Part 2
Money is not evil. Having nice things is not automatically sinful. But what happens when the things God has given us become the things we trust most?
In Part 2 of our conversation on biblical finances, we pick up with one of the questions Christians sometimes struggle to answer: Is it actually okay to enjoy the blessings God has given us?
We talk about enjoying God's gifts without turning them into idols, ge...
Episode 55: The Dollar and the Disciple: What Does God Say About Money? Pt1.
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The Dollar and the Disciple: What Does God Say About Money?
Money is one of the most talked about, argued about, and misunderstood subjects in our world. Some people believe money is the key to happiness. Others believe money itself is the problem. But what does the Bible actually say about wealth, work, debt, saving, giving, and stewardship?
In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, Dustin and Dustin take an honest look at biblical finances and ask the questions many of us wrestle with:<...
Episode 54: God Is Already Answering You... You're Just Ignoring It | Proverbs 1:20-33
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Is God really silent... or are we ignoring what He's already said?
In this episode of Dad Jokes & Discernment, we dive into Proverbs 1:20-33 and unpack one of the most sobering passages in the Book of Proverbs. Wisdom isn't hidden in a cave waiting to be discovered—she's crying out in the streets, calling people to repentance. The real question is: Are we listening?
Join us as we discuss what it means to hear God's voice, why ignoring Go...
Episode 53: You Don't Own Anything (And That's Good News)
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What does it mean to be a good steward? Is biblical stewardship really just about money, tithing, and giving? Or is God calling us to something much deeper?
In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we dive into one of Jesus’ most confusing teachings: the parable of the unjust steward in Luke 16. For centuries, Christians have wrestled with why Jesus seemed to commend a dishonest manager. But when we look closer, we discover Jesus wasn’t praising dishonesty—He was revealing the importance of faithful stewardship, wisdom, and li...
🎉 Episode 52 | One Year of Dad Jokes and Discernment | Reflecting on God's Faithfulness
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One year. 52 episodes. Countless conversations about faith, Scripture, discipleship, and seeing everyday life through a biblical lens.
In this special anniversary episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we take a look back at the first year of this Christian podcast — how it started, what God has taught us, the episodes that challenged us, and where we believe He is leading us next.
This isn't a typical Bible study episode. It's two friends sitting down for an honest conversation about ministry, growth, struggles, victories, and the faithfulness of God.
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Episode 51: Three Steps to Seeing the Creator: DNA, Design & Jesus
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In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we take a direct look at the question: Is there evidence for God?
Rather than relying on emotion or tradition alone, we walk through what many believers point to as observable evidence of a Creator—from the complexity of the human body and DNA, to the design seen in nature, ecosystems, and even the structure of life itself.
We also explore how biblical prophecy, particularly Messianic prophecy, connects across centuries of Scripture and po...
Episode 50: Nehemiah: When God Gives You a Burden Bigger Than Your Ability | Faith, Calling, and Opposition
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In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we dive into the book of Nehemiah and explore what it means when God places a burden on your heart that feels bigger than your ability.
Through Nehemiah’s story, we walk through the full journey of calling and obedience—how a burden is born, how prayer responds to it, and how God opens doors that we could never open on our own.
We also discuss the real-life tension many believers face today:
How do you know...Episode 49: Will Anybody Stand? | Ezekiel 22, Joshua 1, and Christ in the Gap
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In Ezekiel 22:30, God says something sobering: He searched for a man to stand in the gap—and found none. In this episode, we wrestle with that reality and what it reveals about human fear, spiritual responsibility, and our tendency to stay silent when we should stand.
We move from Ezekiel’s burden to Joshua 1, where leadership begins in uncertainty and fear, but is met with God’s repeated call to courage and His promise of presence. Joshua shows us what it looks like to step forward when everything feels too heavy.
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Episode 48: Pride Month Exposed: The Sin the Bible Says Destroys Everyone
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June is often associated with “Pride Month,” but in this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we take a different approach—turning the conversation toward what Scripture actually says about pride itself.
This isn’t a conversation about elevating one group over another; it’s a biblical look at pride as a sin that shows up in every human heart. From Isaiah 14 and the fall of Lucifer, to the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector in Luke 18, to Paul’s teaching in Romans 1 and Titus 3:5, we trace how pride exalts self...
Episode 47: Looking for Jesus in the Wrong Place | Tail Light Troubles, Elijah, and the Empty Tomb
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In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we take an unexpected turn from our original plan and talk about something real, frustrating, and deeply relatable—what happens when you’re convinced something in life is broken, but you’ve been looking in the wrong place the whole time.
It starts with a simple truck problem: a stubborn tail light issue that turned into months of frustration, assumptions, and wasted effort. But that everyday struggle becomes a powerful analogy for something deeper—how often we try to find Jesus in the wrong pl...
Episode 46: The Harvest Is Plentiful: Pride, Patience, and the Call to Be Laborers for Christ
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In this episode of Dad Chokes and Discernment, we explore the tension between pride, patience, and the harvest God calls us into. From Matthew 9:36–38, we look at Jesus’ words that “the harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few,” and what that means for believers today.
We talk about how pride quietly puts us in control of our own lives, how impatience pushes us to force what God may be asking us to wait on, and how both can keep us from faithfully stepping into the work God has already prepared...
Episode 45: You Can Be Religious and Still Lost (Matthew 7 Breakdown)
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In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we dive into one of the most sobering passages in all of Scripture: Matthew 7:13–23, where Jesus speaks about the narrow gate and the broad way, and delivers the warning that not everyone who says “Lord, Lord” will enter the Kingdom of Heaven.
What does it really mean to be on the narrow way? Can someone be deeply religious and still be lost? How do we distinguish between true salvation and mere outward Christianity?
W...
Episode 44: Micah 6:8 Bible Study | What God Actually Requires: Justice, Mercy, and Humility Explained
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Micah 6:8 is one of the most quoted verses in Scripture—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood.
In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we walk through the courtroom scene of Micah 6, where God brings a case against His own people. The issue isn’t that they weren’t religious enough—it’s that their religion had become empty, external, and disconnected from their hearts.
God asks a piercing question: “What have I done to you?” and then reminds His people of His faithfulness—deliverance, leadership, and provision they...
Episode 43: Motherhood, Chaos, and Grace: Honest Conversations on Adoption, Parenting, and Faith | Mother’s Day Special
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Motherhood is often described in simple terms—but real life is anything but simple.
In this Mother’s Day special episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we sit down with two incredible mothers to talk honestly about parenting, adoption, faith, and the beautiful chaos that holds it all together.
From foster care and adoption journeys to biological motherhood, trauma, grace, and the everyday unpredictability of raising kids, this conversation pulls no punches. It’s raw, funny, deeply personal, and rooted in the reality that no parent has it all figure...
Episode 42: The Scariest Thing in the Bible Isn’t Judgment—It’s Not Knowing You Lost God
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In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we dive deep into one of the most overlooked spiritual dangers in the Christian life: spiritual drift.
Using the story of Samson in Judges 13–16, we explore how a man who was called by God from birth, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and set apart as a Nazarite, slowly drifted away from spiritual awareness through small compromises that seemed harmless at the time. The turning point comes in Judges 16:20, one of the most sobering verses in Sc...
Episode 41: You Don’t Hate Your Job—You’ve Confused It With Your Work (Colossians 3:23)
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In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we step into one of the most practical (and honestly most overlooked) tensions in the Christian life: what we do for a living, and what we’re actually called to do in it.
It started with a real conversation about burnout, frustration at work, and the emotional weight that comes from trying to stay faithful in environments that feel draining, repetitive, or even meaningless at times. From there, the discussion shifts into something deeper—how many believers unintentionally blur the line between their job...
Episode 40: Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? (Job, Suffering, and God’s Sovereignty)
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In this unscripted episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we stepped away from our planned topic and followed what was on our hearts in the moment—landing in the book of Job.
What do you do when life falls apart? When suffering doesn’t make sense? When everything you built seems to be taken away?
We talk through Job’s story, his response to unimaginable loss, and what it really means when Scripture says he “fell down and worshiped.” We wrestle with big questions like why God allows suffering, what it me...
Episode 39: He Is Risen… Now What? | Passion Week Part 3
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In this powerful conclusion to our Holy Week series, we walk through the resurrection appearances of Jesus Christ and trace the transformation of the disciples from fear and confusion to boldness, purpose, and power.
From the moment Jesus appears in the room saying “Peace be unto you,” to Thomas wrestling with doubt, to Peter being restored on the shores of Galilee, and finally to the Great Commission in Matthew 28 and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2—this episode connects the full story of what happened after the resurrection and what i...
Episode 38: Trials, Crucifixion, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ | (Passion Week Part 2)
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In this episode, we continue our journey through the Passion Week of Jesus Christ, covering the trials before the Sanhedrin, Pontius Pilate, and Herod, leading to the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection. This Bible study breaks down the most important events in Christian history, showing how Jesus was falsely accused, condemned, and ultimately gave His life willingly for the sins of the world.
We explore the injustice of the trials, the brutality of the crucifixion, and the deep theological meaning behind the cross. From Barabbas being set free to Jesus declaring “It is...
Episode 37: “Palm Sunday, Last Supper, and Gethsemane | The Passion Week of Jesus Christ Explained”
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In this episode, we walk through the Passion Week of Jesus Christ, covering Palm Sunday, the Last Supper, and the events in the Garden of Gethsemane leading up to His arrest. This Bible study and discussion explores the final days before the crucifixion, highlighting the fulfillment of Scripture, the willingness of Christ to go to the cross, and the spiritual significance behind each moment.
If you’ve ever wanted a clear and engaging breakdown of Holy Week—from Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem to His betrayal and arrest—this episode will help you...
Episode 36: Faith Over Fear: Why You’re Still Not Obeying God
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In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we dive into what it really means to live with faith over fear.
Fear shows up in every believer’s life—but it doesn’t have to control it.
We walk through powerful biblical examples:
Moses and the fear of not being enough
Joshua and the weight of responsibility
Ananias and the risk of obedience
Each one faced fear differently—but all had to choose obedience anyway.
We also share a personal story about helping a child navigate fear and...
Episode 35: From Fear to Faith: The Story of Gideon Explained (Judges 6–8 Bible Study)
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In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we take a deep dive into the powerful story of Gideon found in the Book of Judges chapters 6–9. Gideon begins his story hiding in fear, threshing wheat in a winepress to avoid the Midianites. Yet God calls him a “mighty man of valor.” How does a fearful man become the leader who delivers Israel?
We explore how God often calls people not for who they are now, but for who He intends them to become. From Gideon’s doubts and the...
Episode 34: Signs of the Times: How to Discern Biblical Prophecy in Our Generation
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In this episode of Dad Jokes & Discernment, we dive into “Signs of the Times: How to Discern Biblical Prophecy in Our Generation.” Join us as we unpack key passages from Daniel, Matthew, Thessalonians, and Peter to explore the signs of the last days, the rise of false teachers, and the importance of staying grounded in sound doctrine. We discuss how to recognize end-time prophecies without fear, stay focused on the gospel, and live with purpose in an ever-changing world. Whether you’re curious about prophecy, the rapture, or practical ways to share...
Episode 33: Grieving with God: Finding Comfort in Scripture
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In this episode, we tackle one of life’s toughest topics: death. Two friends, rooted in faith, share candid, sometimes raw conversations about grief, loss, and the hope we find in Scripture. From personal stories of losing loved ones to practical guidance on leaning on God through sorrow, we explore how the Christian perspective changes the way we face life’s hardest moments.
Whether you’re grieving, supporting someone in loss, or just curious about how faith intersects with life and death, this episode is for you. Honest, heartfelt, and rooted in bib...
Episode 32: When You Feel Unqualified: God’s Call to Faithfulness in Your Season
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In this episode, we explore the struggle of feeling inadequate in your calling and the temptation to measure success by visibility, legacy, or comparison. Through the lives of the prophet Jeremiah, the apostle Paul, and Peter, we uncover a powerful biblical truth: God’s call is not about platform — it is about faithfulness in the room He has placed you in.
Anchored in 1 Corinthians 7:17–24, this conversation examines how your identity in Christ overrides your situational identity and why obedience matters more than recognition. We discuss Paul’s...
Episode 31: Living By Faith When The World Feels Broken.
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What do you do when the world feels like it’s unraveling?
In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we dive deep into the Old Testament book of Habakkuk and wrestle with one of the hardest questions believers face: Why does God allow evil—and why doesn’t He fix it faster?
Habakkuk looked around at corruption, injustice, violence, and moral decay in Judah and cried out, “How long, O Lord?” Sound familiar?
Instead of getting the answer he expected, Habakkuk was told that judgment w...
Episode 30: Biblical Forgiveness vs Accountability: When a Pastor Falls
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Content Advisory: This episode addresses abuse, church leadership failures, and the biblical responsibilities of forgiveness, repentance, and accountability. Listener discretion is advised, particularly for younger audiences.
In this episode, we tackle one of the most challenging issues in the Christian life:
What does God require from the offended—and what does He require from the offender?
Forgiveness is commanded.Repentance is a choice.Restoration is never automatic.We break down the biblical difference between forgiveness and re...
Episode 29: Adversity as a Christian: Staying Faithful When Obedience Is Hard
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What does it mean to stay faithful to God when obedience doesn’t bring relief?
In this episode, we talk honestly about Christian adversity—the kind that comes not from rebellion, but from obedience. We explore what it looks like to follow Jesus when enthusiasm fades, when answers don’t come quickly, and when faith feels heavy but conviction remains. This conversation picks up where Obedience Without Enthusiasm left off and asks a hard but necessary question: If faithfulness is the win, even without relief, can that still be called victory?
T...
Episode 28: Obedience Without Enthusiasm: Following God’s Will When You Don’t Want To
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What happens when God’s will collides with your desires?
In this episode, we have an honest, unscripted conversation about obedience to God, the tension between calling and comfort, and what it looks like to say “yes” when you don’t actually want to.
One host returns from a mission trip to Guatemala.
The other submits—reluctantly—to the pulpit.
Two very different paths.
The same uncomfortable obedience.
Using the story of Jonah, along with Scripture from Isaiah, Hebr...
Episode 27: Grace Before Growth: Discipleship, Patience, and Reaching New Believers Who Don’t Stick Around”
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What does biblical discipleship look like when new believers show up inconsistently, hesitate to engage, or quietly slip out the back door?
In this episode, we have an honest, late-night conversation about discipleship, patience, and the reality of walking with people who are still figuring out their faith. We talk about why grace must come before growth, why spiritual maturity takes time, and how the church can better engage new believers without overwhelming them or reducing discipleship to attendance metrics.
Using Scripture and real church experience, we explore:
...Episode 26: “Teen Faith Under Pressure: A Freshman’s Honest Take on School, Social Media, and Following Christ”
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What is it really like to be a Christian teenager today?
In this raw, unscripted episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we talk with a Christian high school freshman about the real pressures teens face at school, on social media, and in everyday life—and how faith in Christ shapes the decisions they make.
We discuss:
• Peer pressure and standing firm as a Christian teen
• Social media comparison, anxiety, and identity
• Mockery of faith and following Jesus at school
• Success, future plans, and trusting God i...
Episode 25: “Christian Living 101: Defend Your Faith, Die to Self & Trust God’s Grace”
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In this powerful episode of Dad Jokes & Discernment, we dive into the core of Christian living, exploring how to defend your faith, die to yourself, and rely on God’s grace in everyday life. From real-world examples of standing firm in your beliefs to practical ways to serve others, we unpack the challenges of modern discipleship with honesty, Scripture, and a touch of humor.
We discuss:
How to defend your faith without getting caught in fruitless argumentsThe importance of...Episode 24: “The Sign the Shepherds Recognized: Why Jesus Was Laid in a Manger”
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Why was that the sign?
When the angel told the shepherds they would find the Messiah “wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger,” it wasn’t random—it was loaded with meaning. In this episode of Dad Jokes and Discernment, we dive deep into Luke 2:12, Micah 4–5, and the prophetic significance of the Tower of the Flock (Migdal Eder) to uncover why the shepherds immediately knew where to go—and what they were looking at.
Were these ordinary shepherds… or priestly keepers of the...
Episode 23: "Unmasking Satan Pt2: Demons, Darkness & Spiritual Warfare Explained"
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In “Unmasking Satan Pt2: Demons, Darkness & Spiritual Warfare Explained,” we continue our deep dive into the unseen spiritual battles affecting individuals, families, and entire communities. Following Part 1, where we explored Satan himself, this episode examines the hierarchy of demonic forces—from ground-level oppression to rulers of darkness and principalities—and how they influence our world.
Learn how to identify spiritual attacks, understand the signs of demonic influence, and discover biblical strategies for spiritual warfare. We cover practical steps for resisting temptation, deception, and oppr...
Episode 22: Unmasking Satan Pt 1: Recognize His Tactics & Stand Strong in Spiritual Warfare
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Do you feel spiritually drained, discouraged, or under attack? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on Satan’s modern strategies and how he targets Christians through temptation, distraction, and biblical illiteracy. Learn the 4 M’s of spiritual warfare—Manipulation, Misdirection, Mental attacks, and Momentum—and discover practical ways to fight back with prayer, the armor of God, Scripture, and fellowship.
We dive deep into Scripture from 1 Peter, Ephesians, and James, share personal stories of overcoming spiritual attacks and church hurt, an...
Episode 21: The Secret to a Strong Marriage: Why Christ Must Be at the Center
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What happens when Jesus steps into a marriage? Peace replaces chaos. Unity replaces drifting. And an entire family begins walking in a different direction — God’s direction.
In this powerful testimony-driven episode of Dad Jokes & Discernment, we sit down with a couple whose story captures the heart of biblical marriage, spiritual transformation, and the beauty of a church family that actually lives like a family.
They share openly about:
Their life before Christ and how surrendering changed everythingThe moment peace entered their marriage — not perfection, but peaceWhy character takes...Episode 20: The Power of Gratitude & Answered Calls to Serve
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In this episode, we explore the power of Christian gratitude and thankfulness in the Bible, diving into scriptures like Psalm 103, Daniel in the lion’s den, and the story of Hannah’s prayer and dedication. We discuss how thankfulness strengthens faith, even in the midst of hardship, and how gratitude can influence others as seen in Paul and Silas’ story in Acts 16.
We also share a personal story about preparing for a mission trip to Guatemala, hi...
