Faith for Everyday
Faith for Everyday is a daily podcast dedicated to guiding youth through modern challenges with timeless Biblical wisdom. Each approximately 10-minute episode offers scriptural insights and practical encouragement to strengthen faith in everyday life. New episodes are released daily.
Spending time in God’s Word is essential for spiritual growth, yet many people struggle with where to start. Some feel intimidated by the Bible’s depth, while others become discouraged or overwhelmed by life’s challenges. If you’ve ever felt that way, this devotional is for you.
"Faith for Every Day" is designed as a simple yet powerful guide to help you engage with Scripture daily. You don’t have to start on January 1st—this podcast is meant to be picked up at any time of the year. Each daily devotion stands on its own, addressing real-life struggles while pointing you back to God’s truth.
Throughout this journey, we will explore topics such as anxiety, depression, rejection, and uncertainty—struggles that are all too common today. But you’re not alone. The Bible is filled with stories of people who faced similar challenges and found strength in God. By looking at their experiences, we can find encouragement, hope, and guidance for our own lives.
Whether you’re a new believer seeking direction or a seasoned Christian looking for fresh inspiration, this podcast will meet you where you are. My prayer is that as you go through these devotionals, you will be encouraged to dig deeper into God’s Word, grow in faith, and draw closer to Him daily.
Let’s embark on this journey together—one day at a time, one step closer to God.
Faith for Everyday
Healing Broken Bonds
Broken relationships are among life's most painful experiences, but they don't have to stay that way. Diving into Matthew 18:15, we uncover Jesus' remarkably practical blueprint for healing relational wounds and restoring broken connections.
At the heart of biblical conflict resolution is a counterintuitive first step: "go." While human nature tempts us to wait for others to make amends or hope problems resolve themselves, Jesus calls us to take initiative. This single instruction challenges our passive approach to fractured relationships and invites us to courageous action. The verse continues with equally important guidance about keeping matters private—addressing issues directly with the person involved rather than spreading grievances to others. This privacy protects dignity and creates space for authentic reconciliation without the complications of public opinion.
Most revealing is Jesus' language about "gaining" your brother. This perspective transforms how we approach difficult conversations. Rather than entering conflict to win arguments or prove points, we enter seeking to win back what's truly valuable—the relationship itself. When practiced faithfully, this approach to conflict becomes a powerful testimony of Christ's love in a culture that normalizes division and grudge-holding. Through three practical reminders—pray first, speak with both grace and truth, and be willing to forgive—we learn to turn moments of tension into opportunities for deeper connection. Is there someone in your life you need to approach today? Don't wait another day to take that first step toward healing. Your act of obedience might just transform brokenness into blessing.
Reconciling Conflicts Biblically Matthew 18.15. Moreover, if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone. If he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. Matthew 18.15. Hello and welcome to day 183 of Faith for Every Day. Today we are looking at a verse that is simple to read but not always simple to live out Matthew 18.15. Jesus says Moreover, if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone. If he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. In this single verse, jesus gives us a clear, gracious and practical approach to resolving conflict among ourselves as believers, and if we follow it more often, we would see far less division and far more unity in our relationships. Notice, the first step is go. That means we do not wait and hope the problem will disappear on its own. Many relationships today stay broken because people wait for the other person to make the first move. But Jesus calls us to take that first step ourselves. Then he says this means we keep the matter private. We do not talk to ten other people before we talk to the person directly. We resist the temptation to gossip, complain or rally others to our side. We go to the person not to win an argument, but to win back a relationship. Why? Because reconciliation is the goal. Jesus says If he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. That word gained shows the heart of God. It is about restoration, not humiliation. It is about building bridges, not burning them, and in a world where misunderstanding can spread quickly and hurt deeply, following Jesus' pattern for resolving conflict is a sign of maturity and love.
Speaker 1:Here are three reminders for biblical conflict resolution. Here are three reminders for biblical conflict resolution Pray first. Ask God to prepare your heart and the other person's heart before you meet. Speak with grace and truth. Share honestly, but do it with humility and gentleness. Be willing to forgive. Reconciliation will not happen if we hold on to bitterness. When we handle conflict God's way, we reflect the heart of Jesus, and when others see us seeking peace instead of revenge, they get a glimpse of the gospel in action. Thank you very much for joining me for day 183 of Faith for Every Day. If there is someone in your life you are not at peace with, do not let today go by without talking and taking the first step towards reconciliation. Go to them privately, speak in love, seek restoration and watch how God can take brokenness into blessing. Until next time, keep walking by faith, keep growing in grace and keep living your faith for every day. Thank you very much for listening.