Faith & Family Bible Podcast with Steve Wood

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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Episode 544 - Navigating the First Stage of Christian Maturity

In this episode, Steve Wood dives into the first stage of Christian maturity, guided by 1 John 2:12–14. Discover why spiritual growth begins with a deep, unshakable belief that your sins are forgiven—not because of your goodness, but because of Christ’s sacrifice.

Steve unpacks how St. John categorizes believers as "children," "young men," and "fathers"—not by age, but by spiritual maturity—and explains why some Christians remain spiritual infants even after years of churchgoing. You'll learn how experiencing God’s love through the Holy Spirit is key to real transformation—not just religious routine.

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Episode 543 - Seeing Through the Fog

In this episode, Steve Wood explores how Catholics can navigate confusion and deception in today’s world by drawing on St. John’s urgent message about antichrists, false teachers, and end-times deception—a message that remains deeply relevant today.

Steve highlights five key verses to help believers sharpen their spiritual discernment, rely on the anointing of the Holy Spirit, and stay rooted in the truth. Drawing from Revelation, Jeremiah 31, and Church teachings, this episode equips listeners to recognize counterfeit teachings and stand firm in the faith.

A must-listen for Catholics seeking clarity, courage, and truth in troubled times.

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Episode 542 - Teaching Children about the Antichrist

Should you talk to your kids about the Antichrist?

In this episode, Steve Wood unpacks the four key Bible verses that mention the Antichrist—all from St. John’s letters—and explains why parents must prepare children and teens to recognize spiritual deception.

With insights from 1 John 2 and the Catechetical Lectures of St. Cyril of Jerusalem, you'll learn how early Christians were urged to warn the next generation—and why that still matters today.

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