Description:

Rahab’s name appears in Jesus’ genealogy, and it should stop us in our tracks. A Canaanite prostitute from Jericho—yet she becomes part of the family line of the Messiah. How? Grace.

In this episode of The Scruffy Nazarene Podcast, we explore Rahab’s story from Joshua 2 and 6, the cultural background of Jericho and the Canaanites, and the powerful ways God’s grace breaks through walls.

Scripture Readings (CSB):

• Matthew 1:4–5 Joshua 2:9–11; 6:25
• Genesis 15:16 Ephesians 2:12–13
• Hebrews 11:31 James 2:25
• 2 Corinthians 5:17

Key Takeaways:

• No one is beyond the reach of God’s grace.
• Faith is the doorway to redemption.
• God doesn’t erase your past—He redefines your story.

Reflection Questions for Listeners:

• What surprises you about Rahab being named in Jesus’ genealogy?
• How does Rahab’s confession of faith challenge your trust in God?
• Who might be the “Rahabs” in your community today—people overlooked, yet ready for God’s grace?

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Because the story of Jesus isn’t just a bloodline… it’s the Bloodline of Grace. ❤️

!!!!TRIGGER WARNING!!!!

This episode contains references to death, prostitution, shame, and abandonment.

Show Notes – The Bloodline of Grace: Tamar

Description:

Tamar’s story in Genesis 38 is not the one we expect to find in Jesus’ family line. It’s messy, filled with betrayal, injustice, and scandal. Yet Matthew includes her name in his genealogy on purpose. Why? Because Tamar’s story shows us that God works through the messy, defends the powerless, and redeems broken legacies. In this episode of The Bloodline of Grace, we slow down to walk through Tamar’s story and uncover powerful truths about God’s grace.

Scripture Readings (CSB):

• Matthew 1:1–3 (main text)
• Genesis 38:24–26
• Romans 8:28
• Isaiah 54:4–5
• Ruth 4:18–22
• Hebrews 2:11
• 2 Corinthians 5:17

Key Takeaways:

• God works through messy stories – Tamar’s brokenness became part of salvation history.
• God defends the powerless – He restored dignity to one abandoned and voiceless.
• God redeems our legacy – Through Tamar came Perez, David, and ultimately Jesus.
• Your story, no matter how broken, can be rewritten by grace.

Reflection Questions for Listeners:

• What part of Tamar’s story most challenges or surprises you?
• Where have you seen God bring redemption from messy circumstances?
• Who are the “Tamars” God may be calling you to notice and defend today?

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Because the story of Jesus isn’t just a bloodline… it’s the Bloodline of Grace.

Show Notes – The Bloodline of Grace: Episode 1 – The Genealogy and the God of Grace

Description: Most of us skip over the genealogies in Scripture. A long list of names feels more like a history book than the start of the Gospel. Yet Matthew begins his story of Jesus with one on purpose. Why? Because hidden in that family tree is the story of God’s faithfulness, grace, and redemption across generations.

In this first episode of The Bloodline of Grace, we slow down to read Matthew 1:1–17 and uncover three powerful truths:

1. God works through history – His timing is always perfect, even when centuries pass.
2. God includes the outsider – the broken, the marginalized, and the unexpected.
3. God redeems broken stories – Jesus enters into our mess, not to erase it, but to redeem it.

This isn’t just a genealogy. It’s good news. It’s grace written in bloodlines.

Scripture Readings (CSB):

• Matthew 1:1–17 (main text)
• Genesis 12:2–3
• Galatians 4:4–5
• Isaiah 56:6–7
• Romans 8:28
• 2 Corinthians 5:17

Key Takeaways:

• The genealogy proves Jesus is the fulfillment of God’s promises to Abraham and David.
• Matthew highlights outsiders (like Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary) to show God’s plan has always included the unexpected.
• Your past does not disqualify you from God’s future — in Christ, broken stories are redeemed.

Reflection Questions for Listeners:

• Where in your life do you need to trust God’s timing?
• Who are the “outsiders” around you that God may be calling you to see differently?
• How does knowing God redeems broken stories give you hope for your own?

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Because the story of Jesus isn’t just a bloodline… it’s the Bloodline of Grace.

Episode Title: What Is Your Intent?

Episode Description: God isn’t just concerned with what we do or say—He’s concerned with the intent of our hearts. In this episode, Pastor [Your Name] explores the stories of Saul and David through 1 Samuel 15:20–23 and Psalm 51.

Discover how Saul defended his actions while David humbly confessed his sin, and learn what these two contrasting responses teach us about obedience, repentance, and the posture of our hearts before God.

What You’ll Learn:

• How Saul’s outward obedience hid a rebellious heart
• How David’s brokenness led to true repentance
• Nathan’s parable and its life-changing confrontation
• Practical ways to align your actions with the intent of your heart

Scriptures Discussed:

• 1 Samuel 15:20–23
• 2 Samuel 12:1–7 (Nathan’s parable)
• Psalm 51:1–12
• Isaiah 29:13
• Psalm 34:18
• Hebrews 4:12

Reflection Questions:

1. When you sin, do you make excuses like Saul, or confess like David?
2. Are your acts of worship motivated by obedience or appearances?
3. What is the intent behind your daily choices—work, family, ministry, relationships?

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Takeaway: God desires a surrendered heart more than perfection or ritual. This week, examine your intent and pray like David: “Create in me a clean heart, O God.”

Show Notes

Scripture Focus: Hebrews 4:14–16

Episode Summary

Have you ever been afraid to come to God with your sin and failures? In this episode, we walk through Hebrews 4:14–16 and discover the good news that we never have to approach God in fear or shame. Jesus, our great High Priest, has opened the way into God’s presence. He understands our weaknesses, sympathizes with our struggles, and invites us to draw near with confidence.

Together, we’ll explore:

· What it means that Jesus has “passed through the heavens.”

· How His life and suffering show us a Savior who truly understands.

· Why God’s throne is not a throne of judgment for us in Christ, but a throne of grace.

· How to receive mercy for our past and grace for today.

· This is an invitation to step out of fear and into confidence — because of what Jesus has already done for us.

Key Scripture

· Hebrews 4:16 (NASB95):

“Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

· Why you don’t need to hide from God when you fail

· How Jesus’ priesthood changes the way we approach God.

· Four practical ways to come boldly before the throne of grace.

· Encouragement to find mercy and grace for whatever you’re facing right now.

Listener Reflection Questions

· What fears or hesitations keep you from coming to God honestly?

· How does knowing Jesus sympathizes with your weaknesses encourage you?

· Where do you most need mercy or grace today?

Resources & Links

· Scripture Reading: Hebrews 4:14–16 (NASB95)

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Show Notes – Episode Title: “When God Speaks in the Stillness”

Scripture Focus: 1 Kings 19:9–13

Approx. Length: 30 minutes

Episode Summary:

Sometimes we expect God to move in fire and thunder—bold, miraculous, undeniable. Elijah certainly saw that kind of power on Mount Carmel when God sent fire from heaven. But in 1 Kings 19, fresh off that victory, Elijah finds himself discouraged, isolated, and waiting for God to move again.

In this episode, we explore the tender moment when God doesn’t speak through wind, earthquake, or fire—but in a gentle whisper.

What does it mean to hear God in the stillness? And how can we train our hearts to listen when life gets loud?

Join us as we talk about:

· Why mountaintop moments often lead to cave seasons

· How God sometimes speaks differently than we expect

· What it means to create space for the whisper

· Practical ways to cultivate stillness in your walk with God

Main Scripture Passage:

1 Kings 19:9–13 (NIV)

“After the fire came a gentle whisper…” (v.12)

Key Takeaways:

· God isn’t always found in the spectacular—but He is always present.

· The whisper of God calls us into deeper intimacy, trust, and obedience.

· Stillness is not emptiness—it’s often the space where God does His most personal work.

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Scripture References

1. 1 Kings 17:1-7
2. 1 Kings 18:1, 19-46