Have you ever had a thought that quietly whispered:

“You’re not qualified.”
“You’re not good enough.”
“You missed your chance.”

Most people assume those thoughts are just part of normal self-doubt.

But what if they aren’t?

What if some of the most discouraging thoughts we wrestle with aren’t random at all—but carefully placed lies designed to keep us from stepping into the purpose God created us for?

In this episode of the Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric explore what they call The Four Spiritual Lies—a pattern of deception that repeatedly appears in the lives of believers.

Scripture calls Satan “the accuser,” but his accusations rarely arrive as loud attacks. Instead, they appear as quiet thoughts that feel believable enough to derail our confidence, identity, and calling.

These lies don’t always show up all at once.

Often, the enemy simply tries one lie at a time.
And if one doesn’t work, he moves to the next.

Throughout this conversation, Brittany and Eric break down four common lies that quietly sabotage spiritual growth:

• You have no worth – The lie that your life has no intrinsic value or significance.
• You might matter, but not here – The idea that your purpose only exists in heaven, not in your life right now.
• Your past disqualified you – The accusation that your mistakes permanently define your identity.
• Force your way in – The deception that confuses ambition with calling and pushes people to act outside of God’s timing.

Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, Brittany and Eric unpack how these lies influence the way people see themselves, their purpose, and their relationship with God.

They also explore why deception is one of the enemy’s most effective strategies.

Often, he doesn’t need to destroy someone’s faith outright.

All he has to do is convince them that their life has no meaningful role in God’s kingdom.

Because if someone believes they have no value, they will never pursue their calling.

But Scripture tells a very different story.

Throughout the episode, Brittany shares powerful verses that speak directly against these lies, including reminders that we are:

• Fearfully and wonderfully made
• Created for good works
• Chosen and placed by God with purpose

Eric also explains why believers must learn to respond to accusations spiritually rather than emotionally, following the example Jesus gave in Matthew 4 when He responded to temptation with Scripture.

Instead of debating the enemy, Jesus simply spoke truth.

And that pattern still works today.

By the end of the episode, Brittany and Eric leave listeners with an important question:

Which of these lies has shaped the way you see yourself?

Because once you recognize the lie, you can replace it with truth.

And when truth takes root, identity begins to change.

If you’ve ever wrestled with doubts about your worth, your calling, or your past mistakes, this episode will help you recognize the spiritual battle happening beneath those thoughts.

Because the enemy’s goal is confusion.

But God’s goal is clarity.

And sometimes freedom begins with something as simple as recognizing the lie you’ve been believing.

Have you ever found yourself drawn to someone you knew was broken?

And somewhere deep down, you told yourself…
“Maybe I can love them into healing.”

You’re not alone.

In this episode of the Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric unpack a powerful and often unspoken pattern in relationships—why some women are drawn to wounded men, and what’s really happening beneath the surface.

Because this isn’t just about attraction.

It’s about wounds, identity, and belief systems that quietly shape the relationships we choose.

As the conversation unfolds, Brittany and Eric introduce a framework that explains what’s happening internally in many men—and why it creates cycles that feel impossible to break:

The wound. The message. The vow.

A wound is formed—often rooted in a broken or absent father relationship.
A message is created—what the person begins to believe about themselves.
And a vow is made—an internal decision that shapes future behavior and relationships.

And without realizing it…
those patterns begin to repeat.

In this episode, Brittany and Eric explore:

• Why some women feel most needed when a man is most broken
• How father wounds shape identity, behavior, and relationships
• The difference between being attracted to strength vs. being drawn to dysfunction
• Why trying to “fix” someone often leads to emotional exhaustion
• How internal wounds create repeated relationship patterns with different people
• The hidden vows men make that affect trust, leadership, and emotional maturity
• Why external confidence can sometimes mask deep internal brokenness

They also address a hard but necessary truth:

You cannot heal someone who has not chosen to heal.

And sometimes what feels like love…
is actually a response to your own unhealed places.

This episode also dives into how these wounds develop in the first place—especially through the breakdown of the father-child relationship—and how that impacts everything from identity to decision-making to spiritual connection.

Because when a father is absent, distant, or harmful, it doesn’t just create pain…

It creates beliefs.

Beliefs like:
“I’m not valuable.”
“I have to earn love.”
“I can’t trust authority.”

And those beliefs don’t stay in childhood.
They follow people into adulthood… and into relationships.

But this conversation doesn’t stop at the problem.

It points to a solution.

Brittany and Eric walk through a biblical pathway to healing:

• Release – Let go of the offense and the emotional weight you’ve been carrying
• Receive – Accept God’s grace as a new source of identity and strength
• Resolve – Replace old vows with truth and choose a new direction forward

They also share practical steps to begin healing:

Identify the wound.
Name the message.
Recognize the vow.
Replace it with truth.
And seek wise, spiritual guidance.

Because healing isn’t automatic…
but it is available.

One of the most powerful takeaways from this episode is this:

The patterns in your relationships are not random.

They’re revealing something.

And when you’re willing to face the root…
you can finally break the cycle.

If you’ve ever asked yourself:

“Why do I keep attracting the same kind of person?”
“Why do I feel responsible for fixing others?”
“Why do my relationships feel like the same story with different faces?”

This episode will bring clarity, conviction, and hope.

Because your past may have shaped you…
but it does not have to define you.

And the very wound you’ve been hiding…
may be the doorway to your healing—and your purpose.

What actually makes someone ready for a relationship?

Is it chemistry?
Consistency?
Attraction?
Shared faith?

Or… is there a deeper standard that most people have never been taught?

In this episode of the Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric explore a powerful pattern hidden in Genesis 2—revealing five foundational assignments God gave to Adam before Eve was ever introduced.

And what they uncover may completely reshape how you view relationships.

Because according to Scripture, a relationship doesn’t begin with feelings…
it begins with formation.

As Brittany and Eric walk through the passage step by step, they reveal that God established a clear order—one that prepares a man for relationship and gives a woman clarity on what to look for.

This isn’t about perfection.
It’s about alignment with God’s design.

In this episode, Brittany and Eric explore five key areas that define readiness for relationship:

• Presence – A man who actively dwells in the presence of God, not just casually acknowledges Him
• Work – A life marked by purpose, direction, and responsibility—not aimlessness
• Cultivation – The ability to draw out value, encourage growth, and build up what’s been entrusted to him
• Protection – Covering what he leads with strength, awareness, and care—emotionally, spiritually, and physically
• Receiving the Word – Hearing from God, applying truth, and living under spiritual authority and accountability

Throughout the conversation, Brittany and Eric challenge some of the most common misconceptions about relationships today.

Because loneliness doesn’t equal readiness.
Attraction doesn’t equal alignment.
And potential doesn’t equal preparation.

They also address a reality many women quietly wrestle with:

Trying to pull someone into spiritual maturity instead of recognizing whether they’re already rooted in it.

This episode offers clarity, not confusion.

It shifts the focus from “How do I find the right person?”
to “What does God say a ready person actually looks like?”

Brittany and Eric also unpack:

• Why many relationships feel exhausting from the start
• The danger of choosing based on emotion instead of discernment
• What it means to be “washed with the Word” in a real, everyday relationship
• Why protection without spiritual grounding can become harmful
• The importance of accountability and spiritual covering in a relationship
• How God’s design brings peace, clarity, and stability—not confusion

One of the most powerful truths in this conversation is simple, but confronting:

Just because someone wants a relationship…
doesn’t mean they’re ready for one.

And just because you feel lonely…
doesn’t mean it’s time.

Because God didn’t bring Eve to Adam until Adam was positioned, prepared, and aligned with his assignment.

If you’ve ever wondered:

“Am I choosing the right kind of person?”
“Why do relationships feel so hard or confusing?”
“How do I know if someone is truly ready?”

This episode will give you a biblical framework that brings both clarity and peace.

Because when relationships are built God’s way…
they don’t start in chaos.

They start in order.

What if the season you’re in right now… isn’t a delay—but preparation?

What if the frustration, the waiting, and even the closed doors are actually part of something God already sees coming?

In this episode of the Biblical Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric take a deep dive into a powerful and often overlooked moment in Luke 2—the story of Jesus attempting to launch His ministry at a very young age.

At first glance, it looks like a biy speaking with the elders of the temple while his parents searched everywhere in Jerusalem for him.

This podcast examines a deeper truth.

Jesus tried to skip His preparation season.

And not just a short one—
an 18-year process before His public ministry would ever begin.

In this conversation, Brittany and Eric explore what it means to be prepared for assignment—and how to discern the difference between God’s timing and our own ambition.

Because sometimes we feel ready…
but heaven says, “Not yet.”

In this episode, Brittany and Eric unpack:

• What it means to have a divine calling vs. a personal ambition
• Why Jesus, even with wisdom and gifting, was not ready for release
• How to recognize when you’re trying to “self-launch”
• The danger of chasing visibility, approval, or platform before proper preparation

They also break down four essential areas of growth that prepared Jesus:

• Wisdom
• Stature
• Favor with God
• Favor with mankind

These aren’t just spiritual concepts.

They’re foundations.

Conclusion - before God uses someone publicly, even Jesus, He addresses their maturity.

This podcast will improve your ability to address your own spiritual preperation and maturity.

When Jesus crossed the Sea of Galilee He found a man infested with 5,000 demons. You'll recall that He had encountered fierce opposition before arriving:

• The deadly storm stirred up by the forces of hell
• The open sea which threatened to capsize the boat
• The unfortunate lack of faith amongst His disciples

It turns out that Jesus had a significant purpose in making this trip. The ultimate goal was not only to liberate the man infested with demons.

What if the storm wasn't random?

What if the challenge to Jesus' compassion exposed an important attitude in His disciples?

What does it tell us when the demons knew Jesus and His identity as the son of God when no one else did?
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In this episode of The Biblical Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric explore a subtle, powerful passage in Mark 5 that reveals a deeper truth about spiritual warfare, identity, and assignment.

At first glance, this story simply looks like a dramatic moment of deliverance—a man set free from demonic torment but listen carefully to how this story wraps up. What happens to the poor tormented man? Does Jesus fulfill his request? What's the reaction of the towns people to this miraculous event? What are the implications for God's Kingdom?

We trust you will enjoy this next episode in our Biblical Passages Series.

Have you ever wondered whether God is speaking to you and you’re not sure how to recognize Him?

In the first part of this message, we explored four unique ways God communicates.

In this episode of the Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric continue the conversation by unpacking six additional ways God communicates with His people. These aren’t always dramatic or supernatural moments, but they are just as powerful—and often more consistent in our daily lives.

As believers grow in their relationship with God, learning to recognize these forms of communication becomes essential because God is not limited to one method. He often speaks in ways that require awareness, humility, and spiritual sensitivity in order to guide, correct, encourage, and reveal His will.
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Here are the six additional ways God communicates:

Other people – God often speaks through relationships, community, and even unexpected conversations, using others to bring encouragement, truth, or direction.

Inner witness (conscience) – The internal prompting that aligns with God’s truth, guiding our decisions through conviction, awareness, and spiritual sensitivity.

Peace and inner confirmation – The unexplainable sense of peace (or lack of it) that can guide decisions and reveal whether something aligns with God’s will.

Authority figures– How God works through established authorities, including family, spiritual leaders, and other areas of influence, to provide direction and accountability.

Creation and nature – The ways God reveals Himself through nature, reminding us of His presence, power, and design.

Audible voice and supernatural intervention – Moments when God speaks or acts in unmistakable ways, including audible direction, miracles, and divine provision.
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Throughout the episode, Brittany and Eric share both biblical examples and personal experiences that illustrate how these forms of communication can influence our everyday life.

In all these 10 methods encourage us to explore deeper questions such as:

• How do you stay open to the ways God chooses to speak, even when it’s not what you expected?
• What happens when we ignore or dismiss the ways He is already communicating?
• And how can we grow in discernment without becoming fearful, confused, or overly critical?

By grounding each example in Scripture and walking through practical application, this conversation brings clarity to what can often feel like a complicated or uncertain topic.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about how God speaks—or wondered if you might be missing His voice—this episode will teach you to recognize that He may already be communicating more than you realize.

Continuing in this episode, Brittany and Eric discuss:

• How God uses relationships and community to speak into our lives
• What it means to “borrow faith” and why it matters
• How the conscience functions as an internal guide
• Why peace can be a powerful indicator of God’s direction
• The role of authority in spiritual growth and discernment
• How creation reflects God’s voice and presence
• When God speaks in unmistakable, supernatural ways

As this conversation comes to a close, one question remains:

Are we willing to let God speak on His terms… or only the ways we expect?

Because God is always communicating.

The key is learning how to recognize and respond to His voice.

Have you ever wondered if God is actually speaking to you?

Many believers wrestle with that question. Some expect God to speak in dramatic, supernatural ways, while others assume He only speaks through Scripture or through church leaders. But what if the real issue isn’t whether God is speaking… but whether we’ve learned how to recognize His voice?

In this episode of the Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric begin a powerful conversation exploring ten ways God communicates with His people. Drawing directly from biblical examples, they examine how the Lord has spoken to people across history and how those same methods still apply today.

For many people, the idea of hearing from God feels confusing or even intimidating. Some wonder if what they’re sensing is truly from God, while others fear they might simply be imagining things. This discussion helps bring clarity by anchoring each example in Scripture and showing how God communicates in both dramatic and quiet ways.

In this first part of the conversation, Brittany and Eric explore four of the ways God "speaks":
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Angelic visitation – Moments when God sends a messenger to deliver guidance or revelation, as seen throughout the Bible with figures like Zacharias, Joseph, and Cornelius.

Rhema word – When the Holy Spirit speaks directly to our spirit, bringing timely insight, conviction, or direction in a specific moment.

Logos word – God speaking through the written Word of Scripture, which provides truth, correction, wisdom, and guidance for daily life.

Dreams and visions – Powerful moments where God reveals insight, direction, or understanding through images, impressions, or encounters while we sleep or during quiet moments.
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Throughout the episode, Brittany and Eric share both biblical examples and personal experiences that help illustrate how these forms of communication can unfold in real life. They also discuss an important question many believers ask:

How do you discern whether something is truly from God or just your own thoughts?

By examining Scripture closely and slowing down to unpack what the Bible actually says, this conversation encourages listeners to develop greater spiritual awareness and confidence in their relationship with God.

If you’ve ever felt like you struggle to hear God’s voice, you are not alone—and you are not broken.

Sometimes we simply haven’t been taught the many ways He communicates.

In this episode, Brittany and Eric discuss:

• Why many believers feel unsure about hearing God’s voice
• How God communicated with people throughout the Bible
• The difference between Rhema and Logos words
• Why Scripture remains the foundation for discernment
• How dreams, visions, and impressions can carry spiritual meaning
• Practical ways to recognize when God may be speaking

These four examples are only the beginning.

In the next episode, Brittany and Eric will continue the conversation by exploring six more ways God communicates in everyday life.

If you’ve ever asked the question “Is God speaking to me?”, this episode will assist you in recognizing His voice in ways you may have never considered before.

Because sometimes God isn’t silent, He is just speaking in a variety of ways we've never realized.

In this episode of the Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric continue their verse-by-verse exploration of Scripture by looking into Mark chapter 5, one of the most intense supernatural encounters recorded in the Gospels.

After crossing the Sea of Galilee and surviving a violent storm, Jesus and His disciples finally reach the other side. The moment Jesus steps onto the shore, He is immediately confronted by a man with an unclean spirit.

This man is not just troubled—he is completely tormented. He lives among the tombs, breaks chains meant to restrain him, cries out day and night, and even cuts himself with stones. Society has abandoned him, labeling him untamable and beyond help.

Yet when this broken man sees Jesus from a distance, he runs toward Him and falls down in worship, saying, "what have I to do with you, Jesus, Son of the Most High God?" The next few moments of conversation report a powerful level of spiritual discernment which reveals something powerful about the unseen, spiritual realm.

As Brittany and Eric slow down and unpack the passage, they explore how this encounter exposes the depth of spiritual warfare, the importance of discernment, and the authority of Jesus over every force of darkness.

Notice how this story begins with the demons immediately recognizing Jesus' true identity —well before His own followers. The spirits haunting this man cry out, calling Him “Jesus, Son of the Most High God.”

This moment raises a powerful question:

Why do the forces of darkness recognize Jesus so clearly while many people struggle to see Him for who He truly is?

As the conversation unfolds, Brittany and Eric also explore the significance of territory in the spiritual realm. When the demons beg Jesus not to send them away from the region, it reveals something deeper about how a spiritual opposition often works.

Sometimes the resistance we experience isn’t personal—it’s strategic.

Opposition often appears when someone is stepping into an assignment that threatens the enemy’s influence.

In this episode, Brittany and Eric discuss:

• Why spiritual opposition can appear immediately when you step into obedience
• What the demon-possessed man reveals about spiritual torment and isolation
• Why the demons recognized Jesus’ authority before many people did
• The significance of territory in spiritual warfare
• How chaos often resists the peace Jesus brings
• Why freedom sometimes begins when things feel most uncomfortable
• How believers can grow in spiritual discernment and maturity

Through this passage, listeners are reminded that Jesus never brought torment to the man—He brought freedom and peace.

But peace can feel unfamiliar to people who have only known chaos.

Sometimes the noise gets louder right before freedom arrives.

This conversation invites listeners to slow down, look deeper into Scripture, and develop greater spiritual awareness in everyday life.

Because when we begin to understand what is really happening beneath the surface of our circumstances, we can respond with greater wisdom, confidence, and faith.

Join Brittany and Eric as they explore how this powerful moment in Mark 5 reveals the authority of Jesus, the distraction caused by spiritual opposition, and the peace that comes when darkness is confronted by truth.