A FEW FAVORITES FROM THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2026

(Post by: Lilly Hobbs)

Can you believe August is already behind us? It somehow felt like both the longest and shortest month all at once! We had so many meaningful conversations, tackled some challenging topics, shared practical encouragement, and had a lot of fun creating content for this community.

Whether you’ve been reading every blog post, listening to each podcast episode on your drive to work or school, or just stumbled across one of our social media posts, we’re so grateful you’re here! We thought it’d be fun to look back at everything we created this past month, highlight a few of our personal favorites, and make sure you don’t miss anything from August before we jump into a brand-new month.

Think of this as your monthly reset! It’s a place to revisit what mattered, catch anything you missed, and pass along content to someone who needs encouragement, conviction, or a fresh perspective on their faith.

Without further ado, here are a few favorites from the month of August…

AUGUST BLOG POSTS (OLDEST TO NEWEST)

A FEW FAVORITES FROM THE MONTH OF JULY: https://thefew.blog/2026/08/06/a-few-favorites-from-the-month-of-july-2026/

Excerpt: Before the highlights of August begin, we’re taking one last look back at July. Between new podcast conversations, fresh blog posts, social media content, and a few memorable moments behind the scenes, it was a month full of things worth celebrating!

WHAT’S YOUR SALES PITCH? https://thefew.blog/2026/08/13/whats-your-sales-pitch/

Excerpt: Grace is incredible because sin is serious. The cross is beautiful because our need for it is so real. If we remove the uncomfortable parts of the Gospel, we don’t make the good news better. We actually make it meaningless. So, what is your sales pitch?

A WORLD OF TROJAN HORSES: https://thefew.blog/2026/08/20/a-world-of-trojan-horses/

Excerpt: I wonder, how many Trojan horses are being accepted into our homes this day? How many cheap tricks are we sold that hold fascination and curiosity, but result in war and defeat?

AUGUST PODCAST EPISODES (OLDEST TO NEWEST)

How The Homeschool v. Public School Debate Impacts All Of Society: https://afewminuteswiththefew.podbean.com/e/how-the-homeschool-v-public-school-debate-impacts-all-of-society-s7ep9/

Episode Description: The homeschool vs. public school conversation is often treated as a personal parenting decision, but what if it affects far more than individual families? In this episode, we step back from the emotional arguments and explore the bigger picture. We discuss how education shapes culture, discipleship, worldview, and the future of our communities. We examine the strengths and challenges of both educational paths, the role parents play in raising and discipling their children, and why the decisions made in our homes today will influence society for decades to come. Let’s get into it!

Why Your Quiet Time Actually Needs Some Quiet: https://afewminuteswiththefew.podbean.com/e/why-your-quiet-time-actually-needs-some-quiet-s7ep10/

Episode Description: Why does your quiet time often leave you feeling just as distracted as when you started? We call it a quiet time, but for many of us, it’s anything but quiet. Between notifications, music, and endless distractions, we’ve forgotten what it means to simply be still before God. In this episode, we’re talking about why silence is a spiritual discipline, how our noisy culture affects our relationship with God, and why your quiet time might actually need some quiet. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is stop talking, put your phone down, and simply listen. Let’s get into it!

A World Of Trojan Horses: https://afewminuteswiththefew.podbean.com/e/a-world-of-trojan-horses-s7ep11/

Episode Description: In this episode, we explore the spiritual lessons hidden within The Odyssey, especially the danger of allowing “Trojan horses” into the gates of our lives. Just as the Greeks gained access to Troy through deception, we can unknowingly welcome influences, temptations, and compromises that weaken the walls we thought would protect us. But ultimately, no human effort can make our gates impenetrable. Only Christ can transform and eternally secure the gates of our lives. Through The Odyssey, we’ll consider what we allow inside, what we’re truly guarding, and why our ultimate security must rest in Christ. Let’s get into it!

The Lindsay Clancy Trial And The Death Of Moral Clarity: https://afewminuteswiththefew.podbean.com/e/the-lindsay-clancy-trial-and-the-death-of-moral-clarity-s7ep12/

Episode Description: Can compassion become dangerous when it ignores truth? In this episode, we unpack the details of the Lindsay Clancy case, including the arguments surrounding her trial, the overwhelming cultural response that has followed, and the disturbing reality of culture martyring a murderer. While Christians are called to show mercy, we are also called to uphold truth, justice, and the value of every human life. We discuss why the public reaction to this case should concern believers, how emotions can shape our moral judgment, and what a biblical response looks like when tragedy, mental illness, and accountability collide. Let’s get into it!

DISCLAIMER: This is not an episode that should be listened to in the presence of children. Listener discretion is advised.

A Difficult Faith Is Not An Impossible Faith: https://afewminuteswiththefew.podbean.com/e/a-difficult-faith-is-not-an-impossible-faith-s7ep13/

Episode Description: What if the greatest obstacle to your faith isn’t suffering, but your determination to avoid it? In this episode, we unpack why following Jesus was never meant to be comfortable. From carrying our cross to enduring trials with joy, Scripture repeatedly reminds us that difficulty isn’t evidence that God has abandoned us, it’s often evidence that He’s at work. If you’ve been tempted to give up because obedience feels hard, this conversation is for you. We’ll explore how discomfort shapes spiritual maturity, why Christians shouldn’t fear hardship, and how a difficult faith is not an impossible faith when Christ is our strength. Let’s get into it!

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