About this episode
This episode explores the cost of following Jesus through a verse-by-verse analysis of Matthew 8:18-34.
What does it really cost to follow Jesus? In this episode of The Overflow Podcast, we walk verse-by-verse through Matthew 8:18–34, where Jesus challenges would-be disciples, demonstrates His authority over nature, and casts demons out of the oppressed. This passage forces us to wrestle with real questions: • Are we truly willing to follow Jesus wherever He leads? • Do we trust His authority even when life feels chaotic? • What happens when the power of Christ confronts darkness? In this discussion we unpack: The true cost of discipleship Why Jesus told some people not to follow Him immediately The deeper meaning behind Jesus calming the storm The shocking story of demons entering the herd of pigs What this passage reveals about the authority and power of Christ If you want to understand the Gospel of Matthew more deeply and grow in your walk with Jesus, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. Subscribe for weekly Bible teaching and conversations that help you understand Scripture and live it out.
People in this episode
Host: New River Church
Topics covered
- cost of discipleship
- authority of Christ
- spiritual warfare
- following Jesus
- understanding Scripture
Keywords
- discipleship
- Gospel of Matthew
- Jesus calming the storm
- demons
- authority of Christ
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Matthew 8:18-34
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