She Reads Truth Podcast People in the New Testament Week 3 with Tyler Staton
Jul 28, 2025
Tyler Staton, the lead pastor of Bridgetown Church and author of The Familiar Stranger, dives into the lives of New Testament figures like Zacchaeus, Lazarus, and Judas. He discusses how Zacchaeus's encounter with Jesus embodies true repentance and restoration. Exploring Jesus's delay in visiting Lazarus sheds light on divine timing and purpose. Tyler also addresses Judas's complex motivations and Pilate's moral ambiguity, challenging listeners to reflect on faith, suffering, and the role of women in discipleship.
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Pastors Should Prioritize Story Over Performance
- Holy Week invites pastors to slow down and tell Jesus' story rather than perform perfectly.
- Tyler Staton urges pastors to delight in the gospel and avoid being consumed by logistics.
Tyler Staton's Cancer Testimony
- Tyler Staton shared his personal battle with stage four cancer and that he's currently on the 'good side' of it.
- He frames his testimony as stewarding the experience and trusting God's goodness.
Reframing The Holy Spirit As A Person
- The Holy Spirit is often treated like a force rather than a person in modern Christianity.
- The Familiar Stranger aims to clarify who the Spirit is and how the church can thoughtfully practice Spirit-gifts.
