Recent Episodes by Jeff Parrett
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
How Deep Does Your Faith Go? | The Gospels | Matthew 7:24–29
14:01 | 10-09-2026
What are you building your life on? Is your faith deep enough to withstand the storms of life? And what does it take to build a life that lasts? In today’s episode, Jeff explores Matthew 7:24–29 and invites us to dig deep, put Jesus’s words into practice, and build our lives on the solid foundation of Christ. 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 7:24–29
Are You Making a Bad Investment? | The Gospels | Matthew 6:19–24
13:59 | 10-02-2026
What are you betting your life on? Where are you storing your treasure? And what does your treasure reveal about your heart? In today’s episode, Jeff explores how Matthew 6:19–24 exposes the fragile promises of earthly treasure, showing us why Jesus is worth surrendering our treasure, desires, and allegiance to. 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 6:19–24
What If We’ve Missed the Beauty of Sex? | The Gospels | Matthew 5:27–32
15:45 | 09-25-2026
What if we’ve misunderstood God’s design for sex? What happens when desire becomes lust? And what does it look like to honor this powerful gift faithfully? In today's episode, Jeff shows how in Matthew 5:27–32, Jesus reveals the beauty of sexuality as God intended it and calls us to pursue integrity, commitment, and holiness. 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 5:27–32