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FaithFuel with Bob Shaw | Daily Devotional Podcast
FaithFuel with Bob Shaw is a weekday Christian devotional podcast that helps you grow closer to Jesus through Scripture, biblical encouragement, and practical application—all in about three to five minutes.
Every episode combines Scripture, biblical truth, and practical application to help you navigate everyday life with hope, wisdom, and confidence in God.
Whether you're commuting to work, getting ready for the day, taking a walk, or spending a few quiet minutes with the Lord, FaithFuel fits easily into your schedule and gives you something meaningful to carry with you.
If you're looking for a daily Christian devotional, a Bible devotional, or a short podcast to start your day with God, FaithFuel is designed to fit into your everyday routine. New episodes are released every weekday, and there's a growing library of past devotionals you can enjoy anytime.
New episodes are released Monday through Friday.
Reach out to Bob at bob@bobshawvo.com
Episodes
131 episodes
What Does It Mean to Fear the Lord?
What does it really mean to "fear the Lord"? Does God want us to be afraid of Him, or is there something much deeper behind this often-misunderstood phrase?In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw explores the biblical meaning of the fear ...
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Why Is Patience So Hard?
Patience is one of the hardest Christian virtues to practice, especially when dealing with difficult people and everyday frustrations. In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw explores why patience doesn't come naturally, how God develops it in o...
The Secret of Contentment
Why is contentment so difficult to find? In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw explores Philippians 4:11–13 and uncovers what the apostle Paul meant by "the secret of contentment." Learn why contentment isn't found in reaching the next g...
When Life Doesn't Go According to Plan
Unexpected problems have a way of changing everything in a matter of moments. In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw shares a personal story about a surprise home repair and reflects on how believers can respond when life suddenly takes an unex...
Should Christians Call Themselves Sinners?
Many Christians describe themselves as "sinners saved by grace." But is that how the New Testament describes believers? In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw examines what Scripture says about our identity in Christ, the difference between our...
What Does It Really Mean to Make Disciples?
What did Jesus really mean when He commanded His followers to make disciples? In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw explores the difference between producing results and investing in people. Looking at the full Great Commission, you'll discove...
What Do You Do With Regret?
Regret can teach us, but it can also keep us stuck in a past we cannot change.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw reflects on missed opportunities from his teenage years and how God’s grace remains bigger than our fears, mistakes, and...
Trusting God While the Storm Is Still Raging
It’s easier to recognize God’s faithfulness after a difficult season has passed. Trusting Him in the middle of it is another matter.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw shares a painful season from his radio career and how God taught h...
Why Don’t We Offer Sacrifices Anymore?
The Old Testament is filled with sacrifices, which can feel strange to modern readers. So why were they there, and why don’t Christians practice them today?In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw explains how the sacrificial system pointe...
When Did Being Busy Become a Badge of Honor?
Our culture often celebrates packed schedules and constant activity, but is being busy really the same as living with purpose?Bob Shaw shares a personal story, examines the pressure to always be doing something, and looks at the example ...
What Do You Do With Doubt?
Questions about God can feel unsettling, especially when we think we're supposed to have everything figured out. But Scripture tells a different story.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw looks at how faithful believers throughout the ...
Not Home Yet
Life is filled with good things.They're just not the destination.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw talks about a longing many people experience but struggle to explain.Even the best vacations end. The best meals are ev...
The Blessings of Every Age
When you're young, you can't wait to be older.When you're older, you sometimes wish you were young again.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw reflects on the blessings that come with every season of life.As he approaches ...
Have We Forgotten How to Rest?
When was the last time you did absolutely nothing... and didn't feel guilty about it?In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw talks about rest, Sabbath, and why so many people struggle to slow down.Modern life often rewards constant...
What Makes Humans Different?
Artificial intelligence is advancing rapidly.It can write articles, generate images, answer questions, and perform tasks that once seemed uniquely human.So what makes people different?In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw ...
Are We All God's Children?
"We're all God's children."It's a phrase people say all the time. But is it actually what the Bible teaches?In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw explores the difference between being created by God and becoming part of God's fam...
What IS Humility, Really?
What does biblical humility actually look like?Many people think humility means having low self-esteem, lacking confidence, or putting themselves down. But that's not how the Bible defines humility.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bo...
The Power of Words
Words can encourage, comfort, teach, and inspire.They can also wound.Many of us can still remember words spoken years ago that continue to affect us today—for better or for worse.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw talks...
Being Alone Isn't the Same as Being Lonely
Being alone and being lonely are not the same thing.Some people enjoy solitude and find it refreshing. Others can be surrounded by people and still feel completely alone.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw explores the differen...
What Did Jesus Say About Hell?
What did Jesus actually teach about hell?Many of the ideas people have about hell come from movies, television, popular culture, and tradition rather than Scripture.In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw looks at what Jesus said a...
Knowing the Bible vs Living the Bible
Most Christians already know far more Scripture than they're putting into practice.We know we're supposed to forgive. We know we're supposed to trust God. We know we're supposed to love difficult people.The challenge often isn't l...
God Rarely Does Things the Way We Expect
Have you ever prayed for an answer and then watched God work in a completely different way than you expected?In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw shares his personal story of pursuing a career in secular radio, only to watch God close ...
Can Faith Really Move Mountains?
Jesus said that faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains. But what did He mean?In this episode of FaithFuel, Bob Shaw talks about one of the most misunderstood teachings in the Bible. Does mountain-moving faith mean Christians...