Episode Summary

In this episode, Laura Davenport brings energy, humor, and thoughtful curiosity to a conversation centered on Jesus’ encounter with the ten lepers along the border of Samaria and Galilee. Together, the discussion explores mercy, faith in motion, gratitude, and what it means to keep walking when healing hasn’t shown up yet.

The episode opens with a powerful question: why the ten lepers cry out simply for mercy—without naming a specific request. This leads to a deeper reflection on why mercy alone is enough for Jesus, and how faith often begins not with clarity, but with trust.

One standout moment centers on the phrase, “As they were going, He was working.” The conversation invites listeners to consider what God may be doing in the unseen spaces of obedience—especially for those who are faithfully walking forward while still waiting for their miracle.

Laura also asks Dr. Dav to unpack a memorable line from the message: “Let’s not let our pity be louder than our praise.” Together, they explore how honest suffering and genuine worship can coexist, and what everyday gratitude looks like when life feels heavy.

The episode closes with a candid discussion about gratitude. Jesus’ response to the one leper who returns sparks a meaningful conversation about ingratitude, attention, and why Jesus intentionally calls it out. For listeners who struggle to express thankfulness, Dr. Dav offers a simple, accessible way to begin practicing the kind of gratitude Jesus honors—no matter the season.

This episode is thoughtful, funny, deeply pastoral, and grounding for anyone learning to trust God in the in-between.

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Dr. Dav Knows All the Things is a Scripture-centered, conversational podcast featuring Dr. Bryan Davenport—pastor, theologian, and record-holding powerlifter—who brings decades of study, ministry experience, and spiritual formation training to every episode.

Dr. Dav holds a B.A. in Management and Organizational Leadership, a Master of Divinity (MDiv), a Master of Theology (ThM), and a Doctor of Ministry (DMin). He is the lead Pastor of Heritage Church NW. He is also a Certified Spiritual Director and Certified Biblical Counselor (both in process), and—just for fun—a Washington State record holder in both bench press and back squat. His blend of theological depth, pastoral heart, and very real humanity shapes every conversation.

Each week, various staff hosts from Heritage Church NW sit down with Dr. Dav to revisit recent sermons, unpack biblical miracles, and explore the spiritual questions people are genuinely wrestling with. Every conversation encourages listeners to slow down, sit in the “wow” of what Jesus is doing, and discover the layers of truth, hope, and transformation woven throughout the Bible.

If you’re hungry for thoughtful dialogue, grounded theology, and practical insight that meets real life, this podcast is for you.

Chapters

00:16 Introduction to Today's Episode

01:21 The Culture of Gratitude

11:16 Navigating Gratitude and Faith

21:40 The Importance of Gratitude in Everyday Life

26:51 The Importance of Gratitude

Links referenced in this episode:

1. heritagenw.org