0007 Preparing for the Family Business

Send us Fan MailWhat if the season you’re in right now… isn’t a delay—but preparation?What if the frustration, the waiting, and even the closed doors are actually part of something God already sees coming?In this episode of the Biblical Passages Podcast, Brittany and Eric take a deep dive into a powerful and often overlooked moment in Luke 2—the story of Jesus attempting to launch His ministry at a very young age. At first glance, it looks like a boy speaking with the elders of the temple while his parents searched everywhere in Jerusalem for him. This podcast examines a deeper truth. Jesus tried to skip His preparation season.And not just a short one— an 18-year process before His public ministry would ever begin.In this conversation, Brittany and Eric explore what it means to be prepared for assignment—and how to discern the difference between God’s timing and our own ambition.Because sometimes we feel ready… but heaven says, “Not yet.”In this episode, Brittany and Eric unpack:• What it means to have a divine calling vs. a personal ambition • Why Jesus, even with wisdom and gifting, was not ready for release • How to recognize when you’re trying to “self-launch”  • The danger of chasing visibility, approval, or platform before proper preparationThey also break down four essential areas of growth that prepared Jesus:• Wisdom • Stature • Favor with God • Favor with mankindThese aren’t just spiritual concepts.They’re foundations.Conclusion -  before God uses someone publicly, even Jesus, He addresses their maturity. This podcast will improve your ability to address your own spiritual preperation and maturity.