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Life gets heavy.
And if we’re honest, most of the time we carry far more than God ever asked us to.

In this episode of The Buddy Foy Jr. Show, I wrestle openly with the tension between faith and fatigue — between knowing what scripture says and still trying to handle everything on my own. We unpack powerful passages from Psalms, Matthew, and 1 Kings, including Elijah’s collapse in the wilderness, to explore what it actually looks like to give our burdens to God instead of carrying them alone.

This isn’t a polished theology lesson. It’s a real-time workout in what I call the Jesus Gym — sweat, mistakes, sore muscles, and all. We talk about:

• Why we struggle to give burdens to God
• What Jesus meant when He said His yoke is light
• How God often sends people before He sends answers
• The danger of isolating in the wilderness
• Discernment between godly counsel and worldly noise

If you’re tired, overwhelmed, or trying to be strong for everyone else — this episode is for you.

You don’t have to carry it alone.
And you were never meant to.

Scriptures Referenced in This Episode

Psalms

• Psalm 55:22
  “Give your burdens to the Lord, and He will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip or fall.”
  (Primary anchor verse of the episode)
• Psalm 62:8
  “Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your heart to Him, for God is our refuge.”
• Psalm 55:12–14
  “It is not an enemy who taunts me… but you, my equal, my companion, my close friend…”
  (Pain caused by betrayal or misunderstanding from someone close)
• Psalm 51:10
  “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a loyal spirit within me.”

Gospels

• Matthew 11:28–30
  (You referenced this as “Matthew 28 to 30,” but the correct passage is Matthew 11:28–30)
  “Come to Me, all who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest… My yoke is easy, and My burden is light.”

Old Testament Narrative

• 1 Kings 19:1–18
  (Elijah fleeing Jezebel, despair under the broom tree, angels feeding him, wilderness renewal)
  Specific verses referenced:
  
  • 1 Kings 19:1–3 – Jezebel threatens Elijah; he flees
  • 1 Kings 19:4 – Elijah prays to die
  • 1 Kings 19:5–8 – Angel feeds Elijah twice
  • 1 Kings 19:8–9 – Journey to Mount Sinai / cave encounter

Summary (Optional One-Line for Notes)

Key themes explored through Psalm 55, Psalm 62, Matthew 11, and 1 Kings 19 — learning to surrender burdens, trust God in wilderness seasons, and receive spiritual nourishment through Scripture and community.

This is the Buddy For Junior Show — where faith, truth, and courage come together. Join us as we explore life’s deeper purpose and carry the torch of conviction. The show begins now.

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Life is short. And sometimes it takes loss to remind us just how fragile time really is.

In this episode of The Buddy Foy Jr Show, Buddy reflects on the recent passing of a childhood classmate and what it revealed about time, grace, and legacy. Growing up in a graduating class of just eleven students—and now having lost three—makes time impossible to ignore. It’s no longer a concept. It’s personal.

This episode is dedicated to Stephen Baker, a man remembered not for status or noise, but for steadiness, kindness, service, and grace. Through Stephen’s life, Buddy explores what it truly means to steward time rather than simply spend it.

That reflection leads into Scripture and the story of Stephen the Apostle from Acts chapters 6 and 7—the first Christian martyr—who lived with bold faith, deep grace, and forgiveness even in the face of death. Two men. Same name. Different centuries. The same lesson.

This is a sober, honest conversation about:

• The brevity of life
• Time as stewardship, not currency
• Grace under pressure
• Living faithfully without needing a platform
• What kind of legacy we’re building—right now

You don’t need perfect theology. You don’t need a microphone. You just need to show up, live with intention, and steward the time you’ve been given.

Because none of us know how many days we have left.

But we do get to decide how we use today.

Scripture referenced:

Psalm 90:12 | James 4:14 | Acts 6–7

As always—don’t take the bait.

This is the Buddy For Junior Show — where faith, truth, and courage come together. Join us as we explore life’s deeper purpose and carry the torch of conviction. The show begins now.

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New year, new lens on time. Instead of chasing urgency, we explore how scripture reframes the calendar as something to steward with wisdom. From Psalms 90:12 to James 4:14, we talk about redeeming the time, seeking the kingdom first, and stepping away from the noise that keeps us anxious and unfocused. That path isn’t smooth; resistance often spikes the moment faith becomes visible. We name that pushback and share how it can signal formation, not failure.

We also unpack a striking insight from C. S. Lewis’s Screwtape Letters: the enemy wants us obsessed with what might happen, while God calls us to do the good we’re called to today. That contrast sets the stage for a deeper look at John 8, where Jesus meets a woman with grace and truth—no stones, no excuses. We practice putting our own names into Jesus’ words to break shame and ignite repentance that actually changes our steps.

To make this practical, we lay out rhythms for 2026: visible prayer, daily scripture, restraint when anger flares, honest confession, and a thoughtful approach to fasting that creates space where hurry dies and the Spirit speaks. We also name division for what it is—a strategy that drains love and distracts from obedience—and choose formation over factions. If you’ve felt the tension of growth, the fatigue of anxiety, or the pull to hide your faith, this conversation offers clarity, courage, and concrete next steps. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs hope, and tell us: what faithful practice will you start today?

This is the Buddy For Junior Show — where faith, truth, and courage come together. Join us as we explore life’s deeper purpose and carry the torch of conviction. The show begins now.

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