#34 Nov 03, 25

Ephesians 6: Love, Authority & Freedom

Ephesians 6:1–9 unpacked—kids & parents, slaves & masters, context, deconstruction, and how the gospel confronts injustice.

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Curt and Dena share practical tools and trusted resources for studying passages like this with depth and discernment:

References & Study Tips:

GotQuestions.org and Stand to Reason (STR) — recommended by Dena for accessible, credible explanations of tough topics.
The InterVarsity Bible Dictionary (Curt's recommendation) or similar Bible Dictionaries — trusted sources for historical and cultural context.
ChatGPT — a tool both hosts use thoughtfully:
- Dena recommends using the keyword “credal” to guide research toward orthodox, historic Christian perspectives.
- Curt suggests prompting for widely accepted evangelical scholars or experts to ground responses in credible biblical research.

Episode Video

Creators and Guests

Host

Curt Harlow

For the past 13 years Curt Harlow has served as one of the Senior Pastors of Bayside Church. With 9 campuses (primarily in the Sacramento area) and over 17,000 people in regular attendance Bayside is one of the fastest growing churches on the west coast. Before coming to Bayside Curt spent almost three decades working as a missionary to students attending secular college campuses. His current responsibilities at Bayside include planting the church's newest campus in Auburn, CA. Curt communicates in a hilarious style that will make you laugh hard and then think even harder. Most of all, he will challenge you to find grace inspired ways to apply truth in everyday life. He has been married to Kelly, his graphic designer wife and partner in ministry, for 36 years. They have three adult children.

Host

Dena Davidson

Dena Davidson loves Jesus. She has the best husband in the world. She’s mom to the cutest kids. She loves her big family more than anything. She has her dream job. She loves learning, reading, the British flag, philosophy, and running charades. She can’t multitask. Her favorite TV show is The West Wing. Her husband takes her on adventures. Officially, she is the Discipleship Director of Thrive College at Bayside Church. Unofficially, her office is a place of laughter, crying, and the peculiar mess of making disciples.