In Matthew 19:1–9, Jesus points to God’s original plan for marriage, teaching that what God has joined together, no one should separate. Steve Wood explains how the hardness of the human heart leads to divorce and how the New Covenant promises in Jeremiah 31 and Ezekiel 36 reveal the key to lifelong marriage: a new heart and the grace of the Holy Spirit.

Listen to this episode to explore the biblical foundation for faithful, lifelong marriage. Visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.

In this episode of Faith & Family Bible Study, Steve Wood explores the Transfiguration of Jesus in Matthew 17 and its profound meaning for the Christian life. Discover how the Light of Tabor reveals God’s desire not only for us to believe in Jesus, but to be transformed into His likeness through grace.

Drawing on the spiritual riches of the Eastern Catholic and Orthodox traditions, along with the teachings of St. John Paul II, Steve examines how the Transfiguration can shape our faith, spiritual formation, and Catholic education. What does it mean to experience a lasting transformation in Christ, and how can we help young Catholics grow beyond knowledge about God into a life-changing encounter with Him?

Listen to this episode to discover the deeper meaning of the Transfiguration and how the Light of Christ can transform our lives today. Visit us online at www.BibleforCatholics.com.

Who is the rock upon which Jesus built His Church? In Matthew 16, Jesus gives Simon Peter a new name, calls him the rock, and gives him the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. In this episode of Faith & Family Bible Study, Steve Wood examines Matthew 16 and the biblical foundation for St. Peter’s unique role and the papacy.

Steve also explores the meaning of “Peter” and “rock” in the original Aramaic, the significance of the keys, and historical challenges to the Catholic understanding of Matthew 16.

Listen now and discover what Matthew 16 reveals about St. Peter and the Church! For more resources, visit BibleforCatholics.com.