In this episode, Julia Garrison returns to the table with Dr. Dav for a thoughtful and pastoral conversation that begins with a topic many families quietly carry: the difference between prodigal children and adult–child estrangement. With care and clarity, Julia invites Dr. Dav to help listeners distinguish between biblical categories and modern relational realities. Drawing from Luke 15 and pastoral experience, the conversation explores how the term prodigal is often misapplied in Christian families, especially in situations involving adult children, boundaries, and estrangement. This opening dialogue is offered with compassion, acknowledging the shame and confusion many parents and adult children experience, while holding space for hope, understanding, and the possibility of reconciliation. From there, the episode transitions into a deep exploration of faith as Scripture defines and activates it, based on Dr. Dav’s sermon *“Look Thither 2025.” Faith is presented not as a feeling or outcome, but as a God-oriented posture expressed through mind, mouth, and movement, always operating in the arena of hope. Listeners are guided through key biblical texts—including Hebrews 11, Mark 11, Romans 14, and James 2—to explore how faith shapes our thoughts, our speech, and our obedience. The conversation also addresses common tensions believers face: doubt versus discernment, intrusive thoughts versus faithful action, and how God meets us with grace in the middle of imperfect, stumbling faith. This episode encourages listeners to trust that God finds faith even in the mess, invites believers to live with hopeful expectancy, and calls the church to orient heart, words, and actions toward a deeper experience of Jesus’ presence. Have a theological question for Dr. Dav? You can submit your questions here: I Have a question Dr. Dav Knows All the Things is a Scripture-centered, conversational podcast featuring Dr. Bryan Davenport—pastor, theologian, and record-holding powerlifter—who brings decades of study, ministry experience, and spiritual formation training to every episode. Dr. Dav holds a B.A. in Management and Organizational Leadership, a Master of Divinity (MDiv), a Master of Theology (ThM), and a Doctor of Ministry (DMin). He is also a Certified Spiritual Director and Certified Biblical Counselor (both in process), and—just for fun—a Washington State record holder in both bench press and back squat. His blend of theological depth, pastoral heart, and very real humanity shapes every conversation. Each week, various staff hosts from Heritage Church NW sit down with Dr. Dav to revisit recent sermons, unpack biblical miracles, and explore the spiritual questions people are genuinely wrestling with. Every conversation encourages listeners to slow down, sit in the “wow” of what Jesus is doing, and discover the layers of truth, hope, and transformation woven throughout the Bible. If you’re hungry for thoughtful dialogue, grounded theology, and practical insight that meets real life, this podcast is for you.
