Faith & Family Bible Podcast with Steve Wood

They’ve Had Enough: Charlie Kirk, Martyrdom, and a New Great Awakening.

Welcome, Friends of Charlie Kirk—and a New Generation Seeking God

In this special episode of the Faith & Family Bible Podcast, Steve Wood reflects on the cultural and spiritual shockwaves following the martyrdom of Charlie Kirk. What some saw as an attempt to sever a generation from God has instead ignited a movement—a modern “Great Awakening” among young people who are hungry for truth, returning to church, and opening the Bible in record numbers.

Rather than focusing solely on the political ramifications, Steve emphasizes the deeper cultural and spiritual awakening that is unfolding, as young people begin to recognize the significance of Kirk's sacrifice in their relationship with God. He discusses the notion that this event may serve as a catalyst, igniting a flood of faith and a return to spiritual roots amidst a world increasingly seeking to sever ties with the divine.

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Episode 553 - Knowing God in Order to Thrive in a Pagan Culture

What does it take to build a faith that thrives in today’s pagan culture? St. Paul’s letter to the Colossians holds the key: a deep knowledge of God found in Scripture and centered on Christ.

In this episode, Steve Wood unpacks Colossians 1–2, showing how true spiritual wisdom leads to maturity, transformation, and lasting fruit. Parents and catechists will discover how to pass on a faith that doesn’t burn out, but grows stronger through grace and the knowledge of Christ—“in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.”

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Episode 552 - Introduction to Colossians

In this episode of Faith & Family Bible Study, Steve Wood explores the Epistle to the Colossians—written by St. Paul around 60 AD while imprisoned in Rome. Though addressed to the early Church, Colossians speaks powerfully to Catholics today on spiritual warfare, false “Jesus+” teachings, overcoming sin, and building a strong Christian worldview.

Learn why Colossians contains one of the clearest portraits of who Jesus is in all of Scripture, and how Paul’s teaching continues to guide Catholics facing modern challenges.

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Episode 551 - Authorship and Authority

In this new series on Colossians, Steve Wood addresses the hotly debated question of authorship. Did St. Paul actually write Colossians, or is it the work of later disciples? Drawing from Scripture, Church teaching, and modern scholarship, Steve explains why questioning authorship undermines biblical authority—especially in a letter with one of the highest Christologies in the New Testament. This episode equips listeners—students, seminarians, clergy, and laity alike—to defend the trustworthiness of Scripture and rediscover the richness of Colossians.

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Episode 550 - His Commandments Are Not Burdensome: Practical Applications for Families

In this episode, Steve Wood concludes his study of 1 John with a practical look at 1 John 5:3: “His commandments are not burdensome.” Discover how to raise faith-filled kids without overloading them, why grace—not willpower—is the key to Christian living, and how tools like the “Grace Burger” and Ephesians 2:8–10 can help families live the faith with joy.

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Episode 549 - His Commandments Are Not Burdensome

Why do so many Catholic youth fall away from the faith—and how can parents help reverse the trend? In this episode, Steve Wood unpacks 1 John 5:3 and Jesus’ teaching that His commandments are not burdensome. Discover the difference between genuine Christian obedience and the crushing weight of legalism, and why grace—not grit—is the foundation for living the Christian life.

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Episode 548 - Confidence

Why do so many faithful Catholics struggle with guilt and fear—especially about salvation? In this episode, Steve Wood explores how 1 John 4 offers a powerful remedy: “perfect love casts out fear.”

Drawing from Scripture and years of pastoral experience, Steve unpacks the source of true Christian confidence—not in ourselves, but in God's unshakable love. Learn how regular reading (and even memorizing) 1 John can help you stand with boldness and peace before Christ at His Second Coming.

You'll also hear why forming Catholic youth in confidence, not condemnation, is essential for lifelong faith, and how to distinguish between authentic confidence and spiritual presumption.

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Episode 547 - What Will Eternal Life Be Like? Part II

What does the Bible really say about eternal life? In Part II of this series (See Episode 541 for Part I), Steve Wood unpacks what happens after the Second Coming—not just souls in heaven, but resurrected bodies on a renewed Earth with Jesus.

We explore the often-missed Catholic teaching on divinization—our transformation by God’s grace to share in His divine nature. Backed by Scripture (1 John 3:2, 2 Peter 1:4) and the Catechism (CCC 460), this episode also draws from Church Fathers like St. Irenaeus, St. Athanasius, and St. Thomas Aquinas.

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Episode 546 - Strong, Young, Christian Men: Stage 2 of Christian Maturity

In this episode of Faith & Family Bible Study, Steve Wood unpacks 1 John 2:12–14 and the second stage of Christian maturity: young men who are strong, victorious, and rooted in God’s Word.

Today’s young believers are in a nonstop spiritual war, facing intense temptations, especially online. But Scripture offers the tools for victory. Steve shares how engaging with the Bible at least four times a week builds real strength and guards against sin, including the destructive pull of pornography.

Learn why abiding in God’s Word, memorizing Scripture, and building spiritual discipline are essential for lasting freedom and maturity. For more resources visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com. 

Episode 545 - Knowing the Forgotten Father: Stage 3 of Christian Maturity

In this powerful continuation of our 1 John series, Steve Wood explores Stage 3 of Christian Maturity through 1 John 2:12–14, focusing on the deep spiritual calling to “know Him who is from the beginning.” What does it mean to truly know God the Father—not just know about Him?

Many Christians today have a personal relationship with Jesus, yet overlook the intimate relationship available with God the Father. In this episode, Steve shares personal stories, Scripture, and reflections on the Father’s love, adoption, and the transformative journey from courtroom to family room.

Featuring insights from Romans 5, Ephesians 3, J.I. Packer, and the Council of Trent, this episode invites listeners to rediscover the heart of our faith: God the Father.

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