Recent Episodes by Jeff Parrett
Should You Be Faith-Maxxing? | The Gospels | Matthew 17:14-21
14:07 | 11-13-2026
How much should you be trying to maximize your faith? Why did Jesus compare genuine faith to a mustard seed? And what makes even a little faith powerful enough to move mountains? In today's episode, Jeff unpacks Matthew 17:14–21 and shows us why faith isn't about believing in ourselves or our own abilities, but surrendering to Jesus and trusting in his power. Want to become a more consistent Bible reader? Download our free Ten Minute Bible Guide and start building a simple, sustainable habit of meeting with God through his word. Grab your guide here. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: Matthew 17:14-21
Are You as Compassionate as You Think? | The Gospels | Matthew 15:21-39
13:32 | 11-06-2026
Why do we sometimes struggle to show compassion to people who are different from us? What did Jesus reveal about the disciples' hearts when they wanted to send a woman away? And how does receiving God's mercy change the way we treat others? In today's episode, Jeff explores Matthew 15:21–39 and shows us how the compassion of Jesus challenges our prejudice and transforms us into people who extend mercy to others. Want to become a more consistent Bible reader? Download our free Ten Minute Bible Guide and start building a simple, sustainable habit of meeting with God through his word. Grab your guide here. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: Matthew 15:21-39
Are You Getting Too Comfortable With Jesus? | The Gospels | Matthew 13:53-58
12:50 | 10-30-2026
Can you be "close" to Jesus and still miss who he is? Why did the people who knew him best struggle to believe in him? And how can you keep familiarity with faith from dulling your heart toward God? In today's episode, Jeff explores Matthew 13:53–58 and reminds us that knowing about Jesus isn't the same as surrendering to him. Want to become a more consistent Bible reader? Download our free Ten Minute Bible Guide and start building a simple, sustainable habit of meeting with God through his word. Grab your guide here. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: Matthew 13:53–58
Trick or Truth? | The Gospels | Matthew 12:22–37
13:08 | 10-23-2026
How do you know if you can trust Jesus? What did the Pharisees get wrong about the source of his power? And what does Jesus mean when he warns about the unforgivable sin? In today’s episode, Jeff explores Matthew 12:22–37 and shows us why Jesus is the truth we can trust, inviting us to surrender to the restorative power of his kingdom. Want to become a more consistent Bible reader? Download our free Ten Minute Bible Guide and start building a simple, sustainable habit of meeting with God through his word. Grab your guide here. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: Matthew 12:22–37
The Harvest Is Plentiful. Are You Ready? | The Gospels | Matthew 10:1–20
13:19 | 10-16-2026
What does Jesus mean when he says the harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few? How are his followers called to demonstrate and proclaim the kingdom? And what can we do when following Jesus brings resistance or feels overwhelming? In today’s episode, Jeff unpacks Matthew 10:1–20 and reminds us that Jesus sends us into his harvest to speak and live the good news, relying on his power rather than our own. Want to become a more consistent Bible reader? Download our free Ten Minute Bible Guide and start building a simple, sustainable habit of meeting with God through his word. Grab your guide here. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: Matthew 10:1–20