What does temptation promise and what is it hiding? Drawing from the first two weeks of Unhooked, this episode follows the path from desire and deception to bondage, secrecy, and shame. We discuss social media, gambling, the illusion of control, and why freedom begins when we recognize the bait, surrender to God, and tell the truth to someone we trust.

In this episode, we explore the importance of trusting God's way over our own, especially in difficult decisions like marriage, life, and societal issues. We discuss biblical examples, cultural challenges, and practical steps to align with God's plan for our lives.

keywords

faith, God's way, surrender, marriage, life, biblical principles, cultural issues, Christian living, Bible translation, abortion, gender identity

Key topics

The significance of putting Jesus at the center of marriage and life decisions

The example of Jesus' surrender in Gethsemane as a model for believers

The importance of biblical fidelity and trustworthy translations

The cultural battle over life, gender, and morality from a Christian perspective

Practical advice for Christians facing societal and political pressures

Sound bites

"His ways are higher than my ways"

"He took on the full judgment of all the sin of all time"

"This is not Burger King, this is the King of Kings"

In this episode of the Connect Podcast, we celebrate what God did through our mission trip to New York City and explore Paul’s ministry in Acts 19. The gospel transformed lives in Ephesus so deeply that it began disrupting the city’s culture and idol-making economy. In the same way, Jesus sends us to bring His life-changing hope wherever we are. The trip may be over, but the mission continues in our neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, and everyday relationships. Who can you help take one step toward Jesus this week?