A tiny green shoot discovered by Arthur’s grandson William becomes the starting point for a powerful reflection on discipleship, spiritual growth, and the slow work of God. In this Bible study reflection, we explore how faith grows much like an oak tree—through planting, watering, deep roots, storms, patience, and time. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 3:6–7, Psalm 1:1–3, Matthew 13:31–32, and John 7:37–39, this episode reminds us that God often does His greatest work through small beginnings that seem insignificant at first.

This episode also introduces a new practical segment called Putting Faith into Practice, encouraging listeners to plant seeds of faith in the lives of others throughout the week.

If you have ever wondered whether your prayers, encouragement, or witness really matter, this episode offers a hopeful reminder: you may plant, someone else may water, but God gives the growth.

Why do we cling so tightly to temporary things? In this Bible study reflection, we begin with 2 Corinthians 4:18 and explore a powerful story about a child devastated over a broken toy truck while being unable to comprehend the size of an unimaginable inheritance waiting for him. The illustration raises an important question for all of us: are we viewing life primarily through temporary circumstances or through eternal promises?

Together we explore discipleship, spiritual growth, and Jesus’ teaching about becoming like our Teacher. We discuss how Scripture, prayer, worship, service, and even suffering shape us over time and gradually enlarge our spiritual vision. We also ask a deeply personal question: What is discipling you right now?

Scripture references: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Romans 8:18, Luke 6:40, 1 Corinthians 2:9, 1 Peter 1:3–4

In this episode of Arthur’s Bible Study/Reflection, we continue our discipleship series by exploring one of the most important spiritual questions Christians face today: What is discipling us? Using Leviticus 26:1–5, Matthew 6:24, Acts 17, and Jesus’ teaching about abiding in Him, we examine how modern idols often disguise themselves as good things that slowly capture our attention, affection, and trust more than God. Drawing from insights by Timothy Keller and the NALC Life-to-Life Discipleship emphasis, this episode reflects on distraction, divided loyalties, spiritual formation, and why daily immersion in God’s Word is essential for following Christ in today’s world.