Brokenheartedness is a reality because we live in a broken world, and every person carries unseen burdens. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar remind believers that Scripture—not empty platitudes—offers true comfort. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and gives rest to those who turn to Him. The pain and trials believers face are meant to draw them closer to God and loosen their attachment to the world. While the world offers temporary distractions, Christ provides lasting hope. In Him alone can the believer find healing, purpose, and peace.

The guys warn about the dangers that come with a broken heart, such as bitterness and self-pity. There is a time to mourn, but also a time to move forward, holding onto Christ’s hand in faith. As ambassadors for Christ, believers are called to live in a way that reflects hope even in seasons of grief. When love leads to pain, they are reminded that Jesus Himself wept, showing that He cares deeply about human sorrow. God draws near to those who suffer, transforming their pain into something meaningful and purposeful. Mourning should also be for sin itself, leading believers to the cross where forgiveness and healing are found. Every person is a sinner, a sufferer, and a saint, and remembering this truth helps foster compassion for others who are dealing with brokenness without knowing the Savior.

God never wastes sorrow. The guys discuss how suffering shapes believers, strengthens faith, and equips them to comfort others. When life brings us low, believers are reminded to look up and trust that God is working for their good. Oscar reflects on Christ’s glorified body, which still bears the scars of the cross—now marks of redemption and glory. Similarly, the wounds believers carry on earth become part of their eternal testimony. Trials produce endurance, character, and empathy, enabling them to comfort others with the same comfort they have received from God. Joy is found not in circumstances but in knowing the promises of God, who is faithful and true.

Through every season of heartbreak, believers are called to run to Christ, cry out in prayer, and anchor themselves in His Word. The Psalms exemplify a faith that seeks God while trusting in His goodness. Christians are also reminded not to isolate themselves, but to lean on the body of Christ for strength and encouragement. Within gospel community, believers find renewed hope and perspective. Finally, eternal-mindedness keeps our eyes fixed on heaven, where every wound and sorrow will be redeemed. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and in His presence, there is rest, healing, and everlasting peace.

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Emeal (“E.Z.”) Zwayne
Mark Spence
Oscar Navarro

Heartache touches every life, yet for believers, it becomes a place where God shapes the heart and strengthens faith. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar remind believers that Scripture—not fleeting comforts or worldly distractions—offers lasting healing and peace in seasons of sorrow. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, using trials not to destroy but to draw His people closer to Himself. The guys warn against the dangers of bitterness and self-pity, encouraging believers instead to take Christ’s hand, trust His goodness, and move forward in faith. They point out that Jesus Himself wept, showing that He understands human pain and cares deeply for those who suffer. Mourning should lead not only to comfort but also to repentance, bringing the heart back to the cross where forgiveness and renewal are found. Through prayer, gospel community, and an eternal perspective, believers can find hope even in the midst of hardship, knowing that God never wastes pain and that every trial serves a divine purpose.

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Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!
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Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.
Ray Comfort
Emeal (“E.Z.”) Zwayne
Mark Spence
Oscar Navarro

Looking back at church history may not sound exciting to some, but it’s vital to understanding how God has worked through time. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar reflect on the church as the story of believers, emphasizing that history reveals God’s ongoing movement beyond the book of Acts. Though historians tell it in an exciting way, church history shows the evidence of faith lived out in different eras. Biographies of faithful men and women remind Christians of how the Lord worked through ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things, inspiring believers to live with the same devotion today.

Oscar begins by discussing Paul’s conversion, a pivotal moment in the spread of the gospel. The guys trace how the church grew organically from that point, not emerging centuries later as some assume. E.Z. focuses on the Council of Nicea, which addressed theological controversy and affirmed Christ’s deity. While Constantine allowed Christianity to be practiced, he did not truly Christianize the empire. Oscar highlights Basil, credited as the father of the first hospital, whose compassion reflected the image of God in all people. His example shows that true faith always leads to action and care for others.

The fall of Rome marks another turning point, when the church preserved art and literature but also took on roles it was never meant to hold. The guys note how pagan influences crept into traditions over time and stress that truth must come from Scripture alone. Ray points out that Acts remains the blueprint for the church, calling believers back to gospel proclamation and discipleship. The modern church, he warns, risks valuing entertainment over genuine transformation. The group agrees that true renewal comes from giving prominence to God’s Word and from pursuing historical theology rather than trends or rituals.

Finally, they explore the Protestant Reformation. Martin Luther’s stand against the Catholic Church, sparked by his 95 theses, ignited a call for revival rather than rebellion. Though the Catholic Church branded him a troublemaker, Luther sought to restore biblical truth through Scripture, faith, and grace alone. The Reformation was not about creating something new but recovering what had been lost. Reformers relied on Scripture and the writings of the early church fathers to return Christianity to its roots. Their courage paved the way for believers today to read God’s Word freely and pursue authentic faith. Through these key moments, the guys remind listeners that understanding history deepens gratitude for the gospel and renews passion to live it out now.

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Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.
Ray Comfort
Emeal (“E.Z.”) Zwayne
Mark Spence
Oscar Navarro