Episode 1583 | Nov 03, 2026

What If What You Want Isn't What You Need? | The Gospels | Matthew 14:13-21

How do you respond when God doesn't provide what you expected? What does the feeding of the 5,000 reveal about Jesus? And how can we learn to trust him with our deepest needs?

How do you respond when God doesn't provide what you expected? What does the feeding of the 5,000 reveal about Jesus? And how can we learn to trust him with our deepest needs? In today's episode, Tanya explores Matthew 14:13–21 and shows us how Jesus provides more than temporary solutions; he offers the lasting satisfaction our hearts are searching for.

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What If What You Want Isn't What You Need? | The Gospels | Matthew 14:13-21

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What If What You Want Isn't What You Need? | The Gospels | Matthew 14:13-21

How do you respond when God doesn't provide what you expected? What does the feeding of the 5,000 reveal about Jesus? And how can we learn to trust him with our deepest needs?

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