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Shannon Leibold
The greatest story ever told is the one found on the pages of Scripture.
God's story is one seamless grand narrative of redemption, full of mystery and adventure, passion and heartache, unlikely people with impossible callings, and unimaginable plot twists. Every page points to Jesus Christ. And quite remarkably, we find our stories on the pages of His story.
Scripture & Story is a space where together we we will immerse ourselves in God’s Story, not to accumulate fun facts we can share over charcuterie boards, but so we can encounter the living God.
In a thousand ways, God is writing a story of redemption with our lives. He is turning our grief into joy, our disappointment into fulfillment, and our fear into faith. As you listen, you will gain clarity and confidence in your understanding of Scripture and discover how God’s story transforms yours.
Let's meet on the pages of God's Word!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are celebrating my birthday by talking about cultivating a meaningful and Christ-honoring life. So often we move from one day to the next, simply doing the next thing, with very little thought to what we want our lives to be about. We are reactionary instead of proactive. We let life happen to us instead of designing a life that includes all the best things God wants for us. We either drift aimlessly or we are frantically driven for some version of the perfect life that remains just beyond our grasp. I don’t know about you, but I want to be the kind of person that deeply enjoys my life – the kind of person that fully embraces all God has for me in this season. If you want the same, keep listening! So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to dream, and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: Living Forward Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to camp out on three little words that pack a punch. The phrase “how much more” is repeated several times in Scripture. And when I first came across this phrase, I was intrigued to find the answer to the question in each case. How much more? We use this phrase in everyday conversations, and it flits through our minds in our internal dialogue. And if you think about it, we are often able to answer this question with specific numbers. But Scripture speaks of a different answer. Let’s find out together what it is. So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to count how much more and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: Kindle Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to explore Scriptures that describe how God feels towards us. I’ve been on a little journey in recent months to fully grasp the wonder of the reality that God delights in me. And He delights in you too. Find that hard to believe? I totally understand. But He does. God delights in you. This truth is not only theologically accurate, but it’s wonderfully personal. The God of the universe, who flung galaxies into space and breathed out stars, looks down on your life and smiles with pleasure. Let’s talk about this together! So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to receive the smile of God, and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: meat tenderizer Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are acknowledging the transition from the lazy days of summer to the routines of September, and in honour of this change in season, I am going to share with you 100 lessons I learned this summer. Some of these are light and fun and give you a glimpse into my life, and others are much deeper, the kind of lessons that are hard-earned. My hope is that you will begin to think about the lessons God is teaching you in this season on your life and perhaps record them somewhere or share them with a friend. We never stop learning. Life always serves up new experiences and opportunities and situations, and God is constantly doing a new work in and around us. Our job is to notice. So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to think about all the lessons you are learning these days, and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: Lazy Genius Podcast The Plan Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about seven ways to stay spiritually strong this summer. Summer is the season of rest and unplugging from normal commitments. But in the lazy, hazy days of summer, we can become passive about our spiritual lives. But what if this summer we decided together to invest in our relationship with Jesus? What if we used the extra time we’ve gained in our schedules to pursue Christ in a deeper way? I think this is quite possible even while the pace of life slows a little. I want to come to the end of the summer having grown in my intimacy with Jesus, and feeling re-energized spiritually to move forward into all that God has for me in the fall. If you want the same, you’ll love today’s episode. So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your flip flops and sunglasses, and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: What Should I Read Next Podcast 90 New Testament Bible Reading Plan Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, I am going to give you 15 tips for memorizing Scripture. Memorizing Scripture is a spiritual discipline that offers huge rewards, yet many of us find it difficult to get into the habit. In my own life, memorizing the Bible has been the single-most practice that has yielded the highest fruit. There is something about hiding God’s Word in our hearts that leads us to understand it in a deeper way. It’s like the Spirit brings revelation as we memorize. Let’s talk about memorizing Scripture! So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your spiral index cards and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: Lazy Genius Podcast - What's Saving My Life Right Now Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are finishing our three-part mini-series on our identity in Christ. This series is called Who Am I: Conquering the Lies and Embracing the Truth. As Christians, our identity is in Christ alone. We need a biblical understanding of identity because if we don’t know who we are in Christ, the world is quick fill in the gaps for us. The problem is, who the world tells us we are, is not based on truth. In our time we are talking about nine lies we are tempted to believe about our identity and the corresponding truth we are invited to embrace. Our goal is to conquer the lies and embrace the truth. We want to expose our false notions of identity, understand biblical truths about our identity in Christ, and talk about what it looks like to live from this new identity. So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to take another long look in the mirror and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: Who Am I handout One With Christ Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are in the middle of our three-part mini-series on our identity in Christ. This series is called Who Am I: Conquering the Lies and Embracing the Truth. All of us struggle with identity at one time or another. We wrestle with who we are and what we are called to do. We need something stable - something unchanging - to place our identities in. That something is a Someone – Jesus Christ. In our time we are talking about nine lies we are tempted to believe about our identity and the corresponding truth we are invited to embrace. Our goal is to conquer the lies and embrace the truth. We want to expose our false notions of identity, understand biblical truths about our identity in Christ, and talk about what it looks like to live from this new identity. So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to take a long look in the mirror again and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: Who Am I handout Sol de Janeiro Mini Brazilian Crush Body Fragrance Mist Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are launching a three-part mini-series on our identity in Christ. I am calling this series Who Am I: Conquering the Lies and Embracing the Truth. All of us struggle with identity at one time or another. We wrestle with who we are and what we are called to do. In certain seasons we allow roles to define us – roles like employee, wife, mother, friend, or sister. We can also allow where we live, how we serve in the church, where we vacation, our extended families or our college degree to define us. The problem with placing our identity in seasons of life or in roles, is that when that season ends or when the role is not as successful as we would like, we find ourselves floundering. Who am I really? We need something much more stable - something unchanging - to place our identities in. As Christians, our identity is in Christ alone. We need a biblical understanding of identity because if we don’t know who we are in Christ, the world is quick fill in the gaps for us. The problem is, who the world tells us we are, is not based on truth. In our time together over the next three episodes, we are going to talk about nine lies we are tempted to believe about our identity and the corresponding truth we are invited to embrace. Our goal is to conquer the lies and embrace the truth. We want to expose our false notions of identity, understand biblical truths about our identity in Christ, and talk about what it looks like to live from this new identity. So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to take a good long look in the mirror and join me on the pages of God’s Word. Resources Mentioned: Who Am I handout Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund Connect With Me: Visit Scripture & Story for beautiful Bible study resources. Join my email list to be the first to know about new products. Follow me on IG or FB. Subscribe to the Scripture & Story podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts. I would love for you to take a few minutes to leave me an iTunes review to help spread the word about Scripture & Story. Let's invite more women into our conversations!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about God’s desire to make all things new.
We all have seasons where there are areas of our lives that feel stagnant, stale, old, tired or lifeless. In those seasons we desperately need God to do something new. We need His life-giving power, His renewing miraculous works, His reinvigorating presence. Our God can breathe fresh life into dead places. He is able to create something out of nothing.
So as we look out over the valley of dry bones in our lives, so to speak, and ask the same question Ezekiel asked, “Can these bones live?” we can answer with confidence, “Yes!” The Spirit of God is in the process of making all things new.
But we need to actively, intentionally, expectantly look for the new things God is doing in and around us. Training our eyes and ears and hearts and minds to look for God’s goodness brings hope.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to embrace the new and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are finishing our four-part series on surrender, an essential, yet not always easy, part of the Christian life.
Did you know there are different levels of surrender, all of which affect our relationship with God? Initial surrender to Christ leads to salvation. But there are times of greater surrender during our lives that bring deeper intimacy with God and greater effectiveness in service. The more areas of our lives we surrender to Him, the more room there is for the filling of the Holy Spirit.
In this episode we discuss the blessings that come with surrender. We lay everything down in surrender as an act of faith, but God doesn’t leave us in that place. We lay everything down to gain infinitely more. He blesses us beyond our wildest imaginations.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready for the wonder of the blessings of surrender and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our four-part series on surrender, an essential, yet not always easy, part of the Christian life.
A life of complete surrender is pleasing to God. It results in the greatest fulfillment and satisfaction in this life and will reap ultimate rewards in heaven.
In this episode we will explore what it means to be a bondservant of Christ, and then we will talk about what a lifestyle of surrender looks like.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to be challenged and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our four-part series on surrender, an essential, yet not always easy, part of the Christian life.
God demands that we surrender our whole selves to Him - our time, our money, our abilities, our plans, our homes, our stuff, our futures, the people we love the most. We lay all of these things at His feet, trusting that He knows best.
In this episode we are going to search the scriptures for examples of people who surrendered their lives to Christ. And then we will talk about the One who is our greatest example of surrender. Can you guess who that is?
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and start thinking about biblical characters who modelled surrender and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are kicking off a four-part series on surrender, an essential, yet not always easy, part of the Christian life.
Surrender is a battle term. It implies giving up all rights to the conqueror. When an army surrenders, they lay down their weapons, and the winning army takes control. Surrendering to God works the same way. God has a plan for our lives, and surrendering to Him means we set aside our own plans and fully seek His. The good news is that God’s plan for us is always for our good and His glory, unlike our own plans that often lead to destruction. We surrender to a God who delights in blessing us.
In this episode I will share a story of a missionary who literally surrendered her whole life to the call of Jesus. And then we will talk about what it means to renounce our rights.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to lay down your best plans and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are finishing our series on the book of Isaiah, using my brand-new Bible study called A Coming King. Today’s episode will cover Isaiah 64-66.
As believers, we look forward to the new heavens and the new earth, which the book of Revelation describes in detail. But did you know that Isaiah also talks about the new heavens and the new earth at the end of his book? This eternal state was spoken of way back in the Old Testament.
These last chapters contain one of my favourite verses about God looking to the one who trembles at His Word. As we finish this amazing prophetic book, I trust that you too tremble at the awesomeness of God’s Word.
I’m so proud of you, friend, for making it all the way through Isaiah!
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah, using my brand-new Bible study called A Coming King.
Today we will be hanging out in Isaiah 59-63, which contains some pretty amazing truths as well as some very sobering ones. Isaiah talks about Zion, the future glorious city of God where God will dwell with His people. But he also talks about the day of vengeance, a terrifying day in which God’s wrath is poured out on His enemies.
We will also talk about one of the most important commas in all of Scripture, and how you and I are living in that comma. Who knew punctuation was so important?!
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah, using my brand-new Bible study called A Coming King.
Today we will be hanging out in Isaiah 54-58, and they are such rich chapters. We will be talking about why we often turn to the things of this world for satisfaction and fulfillment, and how our gracious God invites us to find true satisfaction in Him alone.
We will also be talking about the kind of worship God desires. He sees right through our outward empty religious activities straight into our hearts. He longs for hearts that are fully surrendered to Him, fully engaged in worship. When we live this way, we find our greatest joy in His presence.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah, using my brand-new Bible study called A Coming King.
Isaiah 49-53 contains many prophecies of the Messiah, who is called the Servant of the Lord. We get a peek into His ministry and mission and how He came to suffer on our behalf.
These chapters also highlight what it means for us to be servants of the Lord. The New Testament uses the word “bondservants”, and we will explore what this word means and what this posture looks like in the life of a believer.
This is such a rich portion of Scripture, and I can’t wait to dive in with you!
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah, using my brand-new Bible study called A Coming King.
In our passage today, we are brought face-to-face with our ongoing tendency to turn created things into idols. You see, we were made to worship, and if we don’t worship the God of the universe, we will inevitably worship something or someone else. If not submitted to Christ, our hearts become little idol factories. Certainly, idols in our day are far more sophisticated and sneaky than the ancient wooden statue versions, but they are no less present. You and I must learn how to recognize and eradicate idols from our hearts. I am going to share four tests we can use to determine if something has reached idol status in our lives.
We also talk about the Babylonian mentality in this episode. This ancient way of thinking has invaded our culture, and you may be surprised to find it has made its way into your thinking as well.
So, be warned, this episode is nothing short of convicting. I’m betting the Holy Spirit will step all over your toes as He has been doing with me, all with the view of making us more like Christ.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are starting our brand new Bible study called A Coming King, which is on the second part of Isaiah, chapters 40-66.
Isaiah is one of the richest books in the Bible, filled with messages about God’s sovereignty and majesty, prophecies of the Messiah (Jesus is all over this book!), and promises of comfort, restoration and redemption. It's SO good! And this second half is even better than the first!
Encounter a holy God who passionately pursues His children, promises to send a Saviour, and is extremely patient when His people stray from Him.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about how to set goals for a new year.
I absolutely LOVE the freshness of a new year, with the weeks and months spread before us like a blank slate, brimming with possibility. I make it an annual practice to sit with the Lord to hear from Him and create some goals together for the coming year.
Now I’m fully aware that there are some people whose eyes brighten when they hear the word ‘goals’ and there are others who experience that sinking feeling at the mere thought of crafting goals, and of course there are many people in between.
Regardless of where you are on that continuum, having an idea of where you are headed is always helpful in getting there. If we don’t know what we are working towards, we may wander aimlessly, wasting time and energy on things that don’t help us get to where we want to be. Goals help us move towards the destination.
I absolutely love goal-setting and designing my days around intentional movement towards those goals, and on this podcast episode, I’m going to share with you how I set goals for a new year.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and all your goals and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, I am sharing 10 lessons God taught me in 2023.
We are all learning and growing, aren’t we? God is continually stretching us, teaching us, and transforming us. So it’s good to make a regular habit of reflection on all the ways He’s worked in your life. The end of a year is a great time to do this. As you listen to how God has been teaching me over the past year, I encourage you to reflect on your own journey with God in 2023. Celebrate the ways He’s shown up in your life and marked you for eternity.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and maybe a journal and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, I am sharing the top ten books I read in 2023.
I love all the reading lists that come out this time of year, and I’m always open to good book recommendations. My book wish list grows faster than I can read them! There is no end to the number of good books published each year!
As I look over the list of books I read in 2023, there are a few that rise to the top as being my all-time favourites. And I’m so happy to share them with you today! Maybe you can find a book or two to add to your stack for 2024.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and all your favourite books and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah!
Today we cover Isaiah 34-39, which is week 7 in your study called A Holy God. This is our last week in this study! And there is a bit of a surprise in the last few chapters of the first part of Isaiah. After 35 chapters of poetry, we stumble across historical narrative. Isaiah tells the story of King Hezekiah during the time when the Assyrians were coming against Jerusalem. Hezekiah’s story of his enemy seeking to destroy the city has much to teach us about the strategies of our enemy as he seeks to destroy us. When your faith is being attacked, you can follow the example of Hezekiah in running to your God and standing firm on His promises.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah!
Today we cover Isaiah 29-33, which is week 6 in your study called A Holy God. When we read through the story of Israel in the Old Testament, we often shake our heads at how rebellious and unbelieving they were. That is, until we realize that we are not much different. We too can fall into empty religion and complacency, and we too can misplace our trust. Israel’s story is our story. Let’s chat about how to avoid these spiritual pitfalls and instead learn to trust in and wait on God.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah!
Today we cover Isaiah 24-28, which is week 5 in your study called A Holy God. This section of Isaiah is often called Isaiah’s Little Apocalypse. Although it contains descriptions of coming judgement, it also includes a glimpse of the Marriage Supper of the Lamb, the lavish feast God will one day make for His people.
In the heart of these chapters, we are graciously given the key to having perfect peace. Let’s find out what it is!
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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A Holy God: The Study of Isaiah 1-39
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah!
Today we cover Isaiah 13-23, which is week 4 in your study called A Holy God. In these chapters, Isaiah turns his attention from Israel to the surrounding nations to pronounce judgment on them for their wickedness.
We like to proclaim that God is a God of love, which is absolutely, wonderfully true. But He is also a God of justice and wrath, and He cannot turn a blind eye to sin. And if you think about it, we are glad for this. We want God to stop evildoers and make all things right. Only God is perfect in His judgment. Let’s be intentional about understanding all aspects of God’s character, including the side of Him that rightly pours out punishment on all wrong.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah!
Today we cover Isaiah 9-12, which is week 3 in your study called A Holy God. I’m guessing this week’s biblical text got all up in your business. It sure was convicting for me! Isaiah challenged God’s people to rely on Him alone, but sadly they often turned to other nations for help. Before we condemn them too quickly, we need to examine our own hearts. How often do we turn to lesser things instead of leaning fully on the God who created and redeemed us? And all the while God is inviting us to turn to Him for strength and deliverance. He is so worthy of our trust. Let’s learn together how to fully rely on the God of the universe.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
Resources Mentioned:
A Holy God: The Study of Isaiah 1-39
Knowing Faith Podcast
BackPorch Theology with Lisa Harper
Susie Larson Live
The Overcomers with Matt Chandler
The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah!
Today we cover Isaiah 5-8, which is week 2 in your study called A Holy God. This week you read one of the most well-known chapters in all of Isaiah, and one of the most stunning. Isaiah was given a vision of the throne room of God. He saw the Lord, high and lifted up, and he was completely undone.
This is my prayer for us as we study Isaiah – that we would see God high and lifted up, in all His glory. I’m praying that our eyes would be opened, our minds would be expanded, and our hearts would be enlarged by God’s majesty and power. And then when God calls us to something, we will respond like Isaiah: “Here I am. Send me.”
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our series on the book of Isaiah!
Today we cover the first four chapters of the book, which really set the stage for the rest of the book. God’s people had strayed from Him a thousand times - rebellion, pride, idolatry, empty religion, oppressing the marginalized and more. Their hearts were far from Him. And although there would be consequences for their sin, God promised restoration and redemption for those who turned back to Him.
We too stray from God in a thousand ways. Our hearts are prone to wander, our minds distracted, and our actions often betray what we say we believe. But God is merciful and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.
When we see ourselves in the children of Israel on the pages of Isaiah, we can know that our God is the same God today as He was then. He promises redemption in Jesus.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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A Holy God: The Study of Isaiah 1-39
The Bible Project Overview Video for Isaiah
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are starting our series on the book of Isaiah!
It is one of the richest books in the Bible, filled with messages about God’s sovereignty and majesty, prophecies of the Messiah (Jesus is all over this book!), and promises of comfort, restoration and redemption. It's SO good!
And yes, I’ll admit, Isaiah is a bit of an intimidating book, perhaps because of the prophecy and poetry. But as we walk through it together here on the podcast and in the companion Bible study called A Holy God, I believe God will give us understanding, and perhaps more importantly, expand our hearts and minds to the wonder of who He is: A holy, sovereign and loving God.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your Isaiah Bible Study, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we continue our discussion about waiting – something none of us like to do.
In a culture of instant-everything, where it’s almost unthinkable that we would have to wait for anything, God invites us to wait on Him. In season of waiting, He’s doing a great work in us as we surrender to His timing.
Although waiting isn’t easy, it’s unavoidable, and we can choose to cooperate with God while we wait.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to learn how to wait well, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about something that we all must do, yet none of us like it: waiting.
In a culture of instant-everything, where it’s almost unthinkable that we would have to wait for anything, God invites us to wait on Him. In season of waiting, He’s doing a great work in us as we surrender to His timing.
Let’s talk about all things waiting!
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to be challenged to wait well, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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A Holy God: The Study of Isaiah 1-39
Day One app
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are finishing our short series on discipleship. This series is based on a book called Spiritual Disciplines: How to Become a Healthy Christian by Mason King. He defines discipleship this way:
“Discipleship to Jesus is the continual surrender of all of life to God's good design for identity, belonging, and purpose."
King goes on to write about three important aspects of discipleship – ones that are critical, especially in our day: our attention, our emotions, and our limits.
In this podcast episode we are going to focus on how our limits play a crucial role in our discipleship.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to admit that you need a nap, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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A Holy God: The Study of Isaiah 1-39
Spiritual Disciplines by Mason King
Master of One by Jordan Raynor
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our short series on discipleship. This series is based on a book called Spiritual Disciplines: How to Become a Healthy Christian by Mason King. He defines discipleship this way:
“Discipleship to Jesus is the continual surrender of all of life to God's good design for identity, belonging, and purpose."
King goes on to write about three important aspects of discipleship – ones that are critical, especially in our day: our attention, our emotions, and our limits.
In this podcast episode we are going to focus on how our emotions play a crucial role in our discipleship.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and all your big emotions, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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A Holy God: The Study of Isaiah 1-39
Spiritual Disciplines by Mason King
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are kicking off a short series on discipleship. In his book called Spiritual Disciplines: How to Become a Healthy Christian, Mason King defines discipleship this way:
“Discipleship to Jesus is the continual surrender of all of life to God's good design for identity, belonging, and purpose."
King goes on to write about three important aspects of discipleship – ones that are critical, especially in our day: our attention, our emotions, and our limits.
In this podcast episode we are going to focus on how our attention plays a crucial role in our discipleship.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and set aside all distractions while we talk about attention, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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Spiritual Disciplines by Mason King
A Holy God: A Study of Isaiah 1-39
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Welcome to Season 3 of the Scripture & Story podcast!
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, I am going to share two lists of ten: 10 favourite summer memories and 10 tips for setting Bible study goals.
This was a unique summer for my family – I’m calling it the summer of transition – and I’m going to tell you about the special moments we had.
Then, as fall schedules are starting, I’m giving you 10 tips for setting Bible study goals so you can incorporate a regular Bible study rhythm into your schedule. Now’s the time establish this life-giving habit!
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready for two lists of 10, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are talking about God's glory in our stories. And we have a guest joining us today!
You've heard me say this before: stories matter. Our stories have the power to impact the lives of those around us, particularly when we share about what God has done and is doing in our lives. He is the author of our stories. And we can trust Him to write a beautiful ending. When we testify to His goodness and His grace, He gets the glory.
Today, my friend Nicole Kauffman is joining us to share her story. Nicole is a wife and a mom of two boys, with another baby on the way. She has many talents including writing, speaking and web design. She has a heart for encouraging women in the areas of motherhood and homemaking, and she is full of wisdom. You're going to love this conversation with my friend Nicole.
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Courage. Hope. Love
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are we are talking about God's glory in our stories. And this is the first time we have a guest joining us!
You've heard me say this before: stories matter. Our stories have the power to impact the lives of those around us, particularly when we share about what God has done and is doing in our lives. He is the author of our stories. And we can trust Him to write a beautiful ending. When we testify to His goodness and His grace, He gets the glory.
Today, my friend Sheryl Aeschliman is joining us to share her story. Sheryl is an author and speaker and lives on a farm in Ohio. She has such a beautiful gift of encouragement and a heart to help women study God's Word. You're going to love this conversation with my friend Sheryl.
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Simply Scripture
A Simple Gathering
The Great I Am Study
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about how to not quit reading the Bible this summer.
Summer is filled with baseball games and country fairs, day trips to the beach and hours of lounging beside the pool. It’s all things ice cream and popsicles, BBQ’s and campfires, hiking a new trail and reading under a shady maple tree. It’s absolutely glorious.
Yes, summer brings a much-welcomed slowness to our schedules, a freer approach to our time, and the rest we so desperately need.
But sometimes, in our effort to clear things from our calendars, we can let our time in God’s Word slip down the scale of priorities. We skip it in favour of sleeping in, or a little longer at the park with our kids or getting a jump start on the tidying in the morning so we can spend time with friends.
While, it’s understandable that our approach to Bible reading changes in the summer as our routines change, we don’t want to ignore the Scriptures altogether. Today I’m going to give you 10 ways to adapt instead of quitting your Bible reading this summer.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and settle into your favourite deck chair and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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Summer in the Psalms
Handwriting Scripture
Scripture Mentioned:
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, I want to remind you that God’s story transforms your story. God’s story, found on the pages of the Bible, has the power to transform our stories. When we are faithful to engage with the text in ways that lead to rightly handling the Word of truth, God reveals Himself to us and transforms us more and more into the image of Christ.
This final step in the Study with S.T.O.R.Y. Bible study method is called Your Story. And it’s here that we stand in the intersection between God’s Story and yours.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready for your life to be transformed, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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Study with S.T.O.R.Y.
Study with S.T.O.R.Y. Workbooks
The Best Dinner Rolls
Scripture Mentioned:
John 3:1-21
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about the immense benefits of a simple ancient practice as it relates to Bible study.
Ancient Israelite kings were required to write out a copy of the law so that it would be imprinted on their minds and hearts. They copied it word for word onto scrolls. Handwriting Scripture does the same for us today – it imprints it deeply on our minds and in our hearts.
This step in the Study with S.T.O.R.Y. Bible study method, re-write text, is so simple yet so life-giving!
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready to write, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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Study with S.T.O.R.Y.
Scripture Writing Plans
Summer in the Psalms
7 Benefits of a Daily Scripture Writing Plan
The Watering Can Flower Market
Scripture Mentioned:
John 3:1-21
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about the fact that Scripture interprets Scripture. In other words, as we engage in hermeneutics (which is just a fancy word for Bible interpretation), we interpret one passage of Scripture by looking at other similar passages of Scripture. What do other areas of the Bible have to say about the passage we are in? This is called cross referencing.
And this is the third step in the Study with S.T.O.R.Y. Bible study method: Openly Explore. When we explore what all of Scripture has to say about our current text, we soon discover that the Bible is one grand story with certain themes running all the way through it. It’s true that the Bible provides the best interpretation of itself.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready for a sword drill, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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Study with S.T.O.R.Y.
Theology Cards
Scripture Mentioned:
John 3:1-21
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about a Bible study method that involves creativity and coloured pens and digging deep into a passage. It’s the second step in the Study with S.T.O.R.Y. Bible study method: Thoroughly Mark.
This step involves annotating the text – marking key words and phrases, making connections, noticing contrasts and metaphors, and writing notes in the margin. For those of you who love writing in your Bibles, this part of Bible study is for you!
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and all your coloured pens, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
Resources Mentioned:
Study with S.T.O.R.Y.
Crossway Scripture Journals
Scripture Mentioned:
John 3:1-21
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about a very simple, highly effective, yet often overlooked Bible study method: repetitive reading.
Do you remember when you were a child, and you wanted your favourite book to be read to you over and over again? Or maybe you have young children, and they bring you the same book multiple times a day and ask you to read it. This is how children learn, by reading repetitively.
The same is true for us when it comes to Scripture. Simply reading a passage over and over is not only the starting point in Bible study, it is also the most important tool for comprehension. In fact, the best way to understand the Bible is to read it repetitively.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and your reading glasses, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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Study with S.T.O.R.Y.
Scripture Mentioned:
John 3:1-21
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about sharing your story.
Stories matter. Stories capture our imaginations and have the power to transform lives. The Bible, as you know, is one big story – one grand narrative of relentless redemption. God has chosen to write His story on the pages of human history. And while Jesus was ministering on earth, He wrapped much of His teaching around stories, called parables.
Yes - stories matter.
And each of us has a story. Every one of us can share how God has pursued us, invited us into His family and is now working to transform us into the image of Christ.
I believe God is writing a story of redemption with your life. And I also believe you are called to share it with others, because interwoven in the page of your story is the gospel of Jesus Christ. Today’s podcast episode features my story. I pray you will see God at work both in the momentous events and the ordinary rhythms of my life and be better equipped to recognize His activity in your own life.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and get ready for a story, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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SHOW NOTES
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to continue in our Scripture 101 series by discussing how to approach the Bible.
There are helpful ways and not so helpful ways to approach God’s holy Word. How we approach the Bible is perhaps more important than what we read or how much time we spend reading it each day. In this episode, we will talk about both the posture of our hearts as well as good and not-so-good Bible study methods.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and you may want a notebook, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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SHOW NOTES
During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to continue in our Scripture 101 series by talking about where and how we see Christ in every book of the Bible – yes, every book!
The Bible is a book about Jesus. The whole thing was written about Him. The Old Testament reveals our need for a Saviour and predicts His arrival, giving us hundreds of prophecies about the Messiah. The New Testament describes His coming to earth, His atoning work on the cross, His glorious resurrection, and it gives us instructions for how to follow Him while we anticipate His second coming.
All of Scripture is about Jesus Christ.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and you may want a notebook, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
Resources Mentioned:
Christ in Every Book of the Bible
Scripture Mentioned:
Luke 24:13-27
Genesis 3:15
1 Corinthians 10:4
Joshua 5:13-15
Jeremiah 23:5-6
Matthew 12:38-40
Malachi 4:2
Luke 8:42-48
1 Timothy 2:5-6
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, I'm going to let you in on a little secret. Two secrets, to be exact!
For much of my young life, I though the Bible was a collection of disjointed stories that sprang to life only on flannel graph boards. And when I opened the Bible to read it for myself, I became lost and confused.
Then several years ago, I learned two key concepts that dramatically transformed the way I understood the Bible. And I believe these two things will transform your understanding of Scripture as well.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and you may want a notebook, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
Resources Mentioned:
Story of Redemption podcast series
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Scripture Mentioned:
Proverbs 22:6
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about how we can know the Bible is trustworthy.
The reality is, we all trust in something. Even the most skeptical among us exercises complete trust in many things. When we sit down, we trust the chair. When we watch the sun go down, we trust that it will rise again in the morning. We trust that our hearts are pumping our blood throughout our bodies. You see, we choose to trust every day.
But how do we know we can trust the Bible? How do we know it is really from God? This book makes startling claims about itself, but how can we know they are true?
Bibliology is the study of the Bible, and that is today's topic of conversation. We are going to explore several reasons for the trustworthiness of the Bible.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and all of your questions about God's Word, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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N/A
Scripture Mentioned:
2 Timothy 3:16-17
2 Peter 1:21
Psalm 19:7–14
Psalm 119:18
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about the greatest celebration of the year: Easter! The celebration of the death and resurrection of Jesus is by far the most important celebration on the Christian’s calendar. It even trumps Christmas.
Easter holds so much meaning for us as followers of Christ, but sometimes we let it come and go without fully entering in to all that it holds for us. In this special episode we are going to ask and answer two questions:
- Why does the resurrection matter?
- How can we live in light of the resurrection?
And stick around for the last segment where I share something I learned from a friend this week. This week’s lesson is slightly embarrassing and quite funny.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, that stash of Easter eggs you have hidden, and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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The Easter S.T.O.R.Y.
Scripture Mentioned:
1 Corinthians 15
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about how Scripture speaks to 10 struggles that are common to humanity.
Life is hard sometimes, isn’t it? We live in a fallen world with broken people, we wrestle with our flesh, and we have an enemy that does everything he can to trip us up.
But God’s kids are not meant to stay stuck in the struggle. The Bible provides answers to move us from a place of bondage to a place of freedom. This book that we hold in our hands has everything we need not only for salvation, but also for life and godliness.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and bring all your struggles and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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Mini Topical Bible Studies
Scripture Mentioned:
Mini Topical Bible Studies
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about how to make plans and then hold them loosely.
Are you a planner? Me too! I love the process of planning an event or our family’s summer calendar or a timeline for a big project.
But sometimes when things don’t go as planned, I get a little frustrated. You too? The Bible has things to say about planning. In fact, James wrote about planning and the proper attitude we are to have about planning in his letter. That’s what we are going to talk about today.
So grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and all your best-made plans and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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A Living Faith: The Story of James Bible Study
Scripture Mentioned:
James 4:13-17
Luke 12:13-21
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about how to make the most of difficult seasons.
We all have them, don’t we? We all go through difficult seasons. Circumstances we would never choose. Experiences we would rather not know by experience. Hard times that threaten to steal our joy and upset our faith.
But if you are a child of God, you can know with certainty that suffering is never wasted. God has purpose in your suffering. He has plans to use it for your good and His glory. He wants to shape and form you more and more into the image of His Son, so the world will see Christ in you and give glory to God.
So, in the midst of difficult seasons, how can you and I cooperate with the Spirit of God to make the most of them? How do we recognize what God is up to and surrender to the transformative work He is doing? This is what we are going to talk about today.
So grab a cup of coffee and your Bible and join me on the pages of God’s Word.
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A Living Faith: The Story of James Bible Study
Scripture Mentioned:
James 1:1-4
Romans 5:1-5
1 Peter 1:3-7
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to explore an unlikely and surprising spiritual discipline.
Discipline isn’t a well-loved word in our culture; we much prefer comfort and rest. Discipline is defined as "training expected to produce a specific character or pattern of behavior." And training is hard. It requires time, effort, and repetition. But the reality is, nothing of significance is ever attained without discipline.
When we think of spiritual disciplines, we often think of things we should do as Christians, but have very little desire to do. Read our Bibles. Pray. Fast. Worship. Sabbath. Solitude.
Spiritual disciplines are habits and practices that enhance our spiritual growth and enable us to grow to spiritual maturity. They are intentional life rhythms that lead to spiritual formation. When we engage in the disciplines, and consequently grow in intimacy with Jesus, we move from duty to delight.
But there is one spiritual discipline that you may be surprised to see on the list of disciplines. This practice causes joy, praise, and thanksgiving to bubble up within us. It leads to laugher and song. And practicing this discipline leads to a fuller experience of God’s goodness.
Are you curious about this spiritual discipline? Keep listening to find out more …
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An Invitation to Celebrate (blog post)
Scripture Mentioned:
Leviticus 23:39-43
Revelation 19:6-9
Isaiah 25:6-9
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we finish our Story of Redemption Series.
If you've been following along with the Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan, you will have just finished (and if you are not quite done - keep going!). I just want to hug your neck and say 'Congratulations!' It is no small accomplishment to finish a 40-day Bible reading plan. No amount of time spent in God's Word is wasted. I'm praying you have a fresh understanding of the metanarrative of Scripture and are completely awed by the Author of the story.
In today's episode we are talking about the part of the timeline of Scripture that starts now and goes to forever. So this has very real implications for us and our ordinary, everyday lives.
Let's finish this story!
Resources Mentioned:
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Mosaic Podcast
Scripture Mentioned:
Eph 1-3; Deut 28; Ps 103
1 Jn 3-5; Isa 54; Ps 136
Rev 4-5; Isa 6; Ps 97
Rev 19-20; Zech 14; Ps 125
Rev 21-22; Isa 65; Ps 145
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our Story of Redemption Series.
We've repeated this again and again in this series: The Bible is one story – one grand narrative. It is God’s story of redemption.
In today's episode we are journeying from the cross of Christ to the birth of the church.
This is the height of the drama of the story of redemption. The cross stands at the centre of human history. Everything hinges on the death and resurrection of Jesus. What you and I believe about this historical event determines both our lives now and our eternity.
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Resources Mentioned:
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Life in the Spirit Bible Study
Scripture Mentioned:
Jn 13-15; Isa 5; Ps 40
Lk 22-23; Isa 53; Ps 22
Jn 20-21; 1 Cor 15; Job 19; Ps 16
Acts 1-2; Rom 8; Joel 2; Ps 18
Acts 9-10; Isa 56; Ps 102
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our Story of Redemption Series.
From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is one story - one grand narrative of relentless redemption.
In today's episode we focus on the life and ministry of the Messiah. Jesus - the very Son of God - was walking the dusty streets of Galilee, teaching and healing and telling stories and having life-changing conversations with people.
He came to usher in the kingdom - the upside-down kingdom of God, in which blessings are reserved for those who are humble and poor in spirit. And for those who dared to believe, He offered them abundant, eternal life.
He truly is all we ever need.
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Resources Mentioned:
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Scripture Mentioned:
Jn 3-4; Num 21; Ps 42
Matt 5-7; Isa 55; Ps 1
Matt 8-9; Jn 11; Isa 35; Ps 86
Matt 13, 25; Lk 15; Ez 17; Ps 78
Jn 6, 10; Ex 16; Ez 34; Ps 23
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our Story of Redemption Series.
We are doing biblical theology in these episodes, tracing the storyline of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation.
In our last episode we left the Israelites in exile in Babylon - a low point in the story for sure. But in today's episode we see a God who has not forgotten His people. The Israelites return to their land from exile to rebuild the temple and the walls around Jerusalem.
Then after 400 years of silence from God, we hear the glorious sound of a baby's cry. The birth of Jesus is the climax of the story of redemption! He has come to save us from our sin.
Jesus grew up under the watchful eye of Mary and Joseph, the Son of God wrapped in human flesh. After being baptized in the Jordan, filled with the Holy Spirit, and tempted in the wilderness, Jesus began His earthy ministry. He had come to preach the good news of the kingdom.
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Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Scripture Mentioned:
Isa 40, 43; 2 Cor 1; Ps 121
Ezr 1, 3; Hagg 1; 1 Cor 6; Ps 27
Neh 1-2, 6; 1 Pet 2; Ps 122
Lk 1-2, Isa 9; Ps 2
Lk 3-4; Isa 61; Ps 146
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our Story of Redemption Series.
We are in a section of the story that often proves difficult for us to navigate, and I don't know about you, but sometimes I tend to avoid these parts of my Bible.
But we know that all of God's Word is profitable for us, so we are diving into the prophets with faith believing God will speak to us.
Elijah, Habakkuk, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Amos and others … these are all men God used to speak His message to His people. These messages were mostly ones of warning: If they persisted in their sin and idolatry, there would be grave consequences.
Despite these repeated warnings, God's people refused to repent. So God allowed them to be taken into exile. They had chosen the bondage that comes with rebellion over the freedom that comes with obedience. But this is not the end of the story.
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Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Lifeway Women Academy
Breaking Free From Body Shame
Scripture Mentioned:
1 Kgs 17-19; Jas 5; Ps 147
Isa 29-30; Matt 15; Ps 107
Jer 31; Ez 36; Heb 8; Ps 119
Hab 1-3; Phil 4; Ps 46
2 Kgs 17, 25; Dan 1; Gal 5; Ps 137
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our Story of Redemption Series.
Remember, the Bible is one story – one grand narrative. It is God’s story of redemption.
In today’s episode, we pick up the narrative in the book of Judges. God's people have settled in the Promised Land, but they never full conquered it. The generations that followed turned to idolatry, something God had repeatedly warned them not to do. They fell into a cycle of sin and defeat, and then God in His mercy, sent judges to deliver them.
God raised up a prophet to lead the people, but they wanted a king like all the other nations. Although tall and handsome, looking very much the part of a king, Saul failed to lead the Israelites well. So God chose a man after His heart, David, to shepherd the people. David's son Solomon followed him on the throne, and eventually his heart turned away from God. The result? A divided kingdom.
It's a story of failure after failure as God's people prefer the ways of the world over following God. But thankfully the story doesn't end here, however, be warned, it's going to get worse before it gets better.
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Resources Mentioned:
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Scripture Mentioned:
Jud 2, 21; Rom 7; Ps 3
1 Sam 3, 8-9; Acts 3; Ps 72
1 Sam 16-17; 2 Sam 7; Matt 1; Ps 89
1 Kgs 3, 8; Jas 1; Prov 2-3
1 Kgs 11-12; 1 Cor 1; Ps 133
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are continuing in our Story of Redemption Series.
The Bible is one story – one grand narrative. It is God’s story of redemption.
In today’s episode, we pick up the narrative in Exodus, where God miraculously delivered His people from bondage. This is perhaps the most important story in the Old Testament, so you don’t want to miss its implications for us as believers today. Then we follow the Israelites through the wilderness as the receive God’s commands, establish the priesthood, and finally come to the edge of the good land God promised them.
But sadly, those same people who had seen miracle after miracle and had been led by the very presence of God, failed to trust that God could give them victory over their enemies in the Promised Land. So God turned them back to the wildness where they wandered until that unbelieving generation died.
But we won’t end this episode there. Forty years later a new generation stood at the edge of the Jordan River overlooking the Promised Land, and under Joshua’s good leadership, dared to believe God. God gave them a second chance, and He redeemed their story. And He’ll redeem yours, sweet friend.
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Resources Mentioned:
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Scripture Mentioned:
Ex 3, 12, 14; Col 1; Ps 114
Ex 20; Deut 5; Mk 12; Ps 139
Lev 8-10; Heb 6:17-7:28; Ps 110
Num 13-14; Heb 3-4; Ps 106
Josh 1-3; Matt 3; Ps 66
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are launching into our Story of Redemption Series.
Did you know the Bible is ONE story?
Yes, the Bible is one grand narrative; it tells one story. The story of redemption spans from Genesis to Revelation, featuring our great God and His plan for His creation.
In this series we will view the unfolding drama of Scripture, and we will meet people that God used for His purposes, places that were sacred, and events that shaped the narrative. Nothing is by accident. Every bit of Scripture is God-breathed, purposefully pointing us to the Master Storyteller and Redeemer of our souls.
During this episode we will explore God’s good creation, humanity’s rebellion, the global flood and we will meet a man named Abraham, who is a key player in the story of redemption.
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Resources Mentioned:
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Back Porch Theology
Scripture Mentioned:
Gen 1-2; Jn 1; Ps 19
Gen 3; Rom 1-3; Ps 51
Gen 6-8; 2 Pet 3; Ps 29
Gen 15-17; Rom 4; Ps 105
Gen 21-22; Heb 11; Ps 26
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Happy New Year! During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about important questions to ask at the start of a new year … 10 of them to be exact.
I LOVE the freshness of a new year, with the weeks and months spread before us like a blank slate, brimming with possibility. Curiosity bubbles within me and I try to imagine what amazing things God has in store for me in the coming year.
Now, I am also realistic enough to know that it won't all be lollipops and roses. The path of life always ascends mountaintops and descends into valleys, with surprising hairpin turns along the way.
Whatever may come in 2023 for you and I, we can know that our good God sits on the throne of the universe and nothing escapes His notice. He is also always so near we can reach out and touch Him. He is with us, no matter what comes.
So in order to prepare our hearts for the coming year let's be courageous enough to ask and answer these 10 questions for the start of a new year. As you sit with the Lord with these questions, allow the Holy Spirit to guide you in your responses.
Let's start 2023 in the best way possible - seeking God.
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S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Todoist App
Scripture Writing Plans
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk the importance of establishing a daily rhythm of getting into God’s Word.
New Year’s is a time when we typically attack our goals with fresh resolve, including our Bible reading goals. But often that resolve diminishes around mid-February. And I get it. Regularly Bible reading is not easy. Like anything worth doing, it takes time and intention and discipline.
So how can you and I establish a habit of reading Scripture that lasts all year long? I’ve got some ideas for you. Join me as we talk about some tips for getting into God’s Word.
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S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
Story of Redemption Bible Reading Plan
Scripture Writing Plans
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to talk about good news – the kind that brings great joy.
Christmas is only a few short days away - the season of peace and joy, light and life. But so often our experience is far less than joyful. We place our hope in earthly things and hold to unrealistic expectations, and our joy dwindles.
But what if you and I understood biblical joy? What if we were filled with authentic Holy Spirit joy? The kind of joy that rises above our circumstances and places our hope firmly in a good and sovereign God. The kind of joy that looks forward to a day when we will experience pleasures forevermore at His right hand? The kind of joy that lasts - a forever joy.
The good news of the birth of the Messiah brings this kind of joy. And as we look forward to the second coming of our Great King, our joy multiples. This is the kind of joy that is rightfully ours. And we will settle for nothing less.
P.S. Be sure to get a copy of The Christmas S.T.O.R.Y, my advent Bible study. Prepare your heart for the birth of Christ using this mini version of the S.T.O.R.Y. Bible study method to trace the story of Christmas through Scripture. Tracking with the Advent Bible study alongside these 3 podcast episodes will add so much depth to your time in the Word.
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The Christmas S.T.O.R.Y.
S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
@six.minute.poems
Scripture Mentioned:
Isaiah 52:7-10
Luke 1-2
Romans 14:17
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to explore the idea of an eternal throne in Scripture. We are in the middle of our Advent series. Advent is a Latin word that means "coming."
Advent is a time of expectant waiting. It is the season of anticipation leading up to the arrival of Christ.
There are two advents in Scripture - the first advent was the incarnation of Christ when He got off His heavenly throne and came down, and the second advent refers to a future event of Christ's glorious return when He will establish His eternal kingdom and sit on an eternal throne.
We live between these two advents.
Jesus was born, lived, died, and rose again, and now we are eagerly awaiting His imminent return.
As we prepare our hearts for Christmas this year, let's be mindful of His second advent. Let's set our hope on the coming of Jesus. Any day now, He is going to break through these skies.
P.S. Be sure to get a copy of The Christmas S.T.O.R.Y, my advent Bible study. Prepare your heart for the birth of Christ using this mini version of the S.T.O.R.Y. Bible study method to trace the story of Christmas through Scripture. Tracking with the Advent Bible study alongside these 3 podcast episodes will add so much depth to your time in the Word.
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The Christmas S.T.O.R.Y.
S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
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Scripture Mentioned:
- 2 Samuel 7
- Psalm 89
- Revelation 4
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are starting our Advent series. The countdown to Christmas is on! I'd like to ask you a question: Do you struggle to find your Christmas spirit in December?
Between the shopping, wrapping, decking the halls and endless food prep, the holidays can be exhausting. And sometimes our expectations of Christmas cheer and merriment are dashed by cranky kids, bad weather, or burnt turkey.
But the real spirit of Christmas is not found in any of these trappings. The real spirit of Christmas is in the anticipation of the arrival of Christ, the Light of the world.
Advent is a time of waiting in expectation. We celebrate Christ's first advent at Christmas while we are eagerly awaiting His second advent, which could be any day now.
So lift your eyes and look to the heavens until the sky splits open and Christ comes to usher in His glorious kingdom - where He will be our Light forevermore.
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P.S. Be sure to get a copy of The Christmas S.T.O.R.Y, my advent Bible study. Prepare your heart for the birth of Christ using this mini version of the S.T.O.R.Y. Bible study method to trace the story of Christmas through Scripture. Tracking with the Advent Bible study alongside these 3 podcast episodes will add so much depth to your time in the Word.
Resources Mentioned:
The Christmas S.T.O.R.Y.
S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
Scripture Mentioned:
Isaiah 9:1-7
Matthew 4:13-16
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are finish our study of Romans 8. These last verses are so sweet. Nothing can separate you from the love of Christ.
Your failure? He still loves you.
Your disappointments? His love will comfort you.
That hard situation? His love will guide you through.
Your fear? His perfect love sends fear running.
Your insecurities? His love reminds you of your place in His family.
If you want a fuller, deeper understanding of God's love for you, don't miss today's podcast.
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Resources Mentioned:
Life in the Spirit 8-week Bible Study
S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
Pampered Chef Brownie Pan
Scripture Mentioned:
Romans 8:31-39
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to continue our journey through the greatest chapter in all of the Bible! By now, I hope you are as captivated by Romans 8 as I am. Isn't it amazing?! Packed with enough theological richness to occupy our minds and hearts until Jesus comes back, it is a practical guide to how you and I can walk with the Spirit of God.
Today we focus on Romans 8:26-30. Romans 8:28 is a well-known, well-loved verse: "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." What if we lived like we believe this is true? What if we had confidence that God is able to use EVERYTHING in our lives for our good and His glory? I bet that would change our perspective of our circumstances - especially those ones that feel anything but good. I'm so excited for our conversation today!
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Life in the Spirit 8-week Bible Study
S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
Scripture Mentioned:
Romans 8:26-30
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are smack dab in the middle of the greatest chapter in all of the Bible! Romans 8 is filled with rich theological doctrines and stunning promises; it's brimming with beautiful truths about how you and I can live in the Spirit.
Today we focus on Romans 8:18-25. No doubt, if you've taken as many trips around the sun as I have (44 to be exact), you have encountered some difficult times along the way. We all face seasons of suffering. Unfortunately no one makes it through this life unscathed by the brokenness that has permeated our world. But Paul says something so audacious in our passage today: The sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing to the glory that will be revealed to us.
Wow. Let that settle in for a moment. And then join me as we bask in this glorious truth during our conversation on Scripture & Story.
P.S. I have a gift for you! If you are following along on the podcast, you'll want to get a copy of my FREE Bible study on Romans 8 called LIFE IN THE SPIRIT Click the link in my bio or head over to my website to get your copy. Tracking with the 5 days of homework alongside these 5 podcast episodes will add so much depth to your time in the Word.
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Life in the Spirit 8-week Bible Study
S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
Birch Candle Co
Scripture Mentioned:
Romans 8:18-25
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to continue our journey through the greatest chapter in all of the Bible! I'm probably not alone in saying that Romans 8 is my very favourite passage of scripture. It has such deep theological truths and stunning promises. If you and I were to really grab ahold of these truths, building our lives on them, and if we were to truly believe these promises are for us, I think our lives would dramatically change.
Today we focus on Romans 8:9-17. Have you ever felt obligated to do something? Paul makes it clear in these verses that we are not obligated to say yes to our flesh. Before we knew Jesus, we said yes to sin without even thinking about it. But now that we have the Holy Spirit living within us, we are not obligated to obey the demands of the flesh. That's good news for us!
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P.S. I have a gift for you! If you are following along on the podcast, you'll want to get a copy of my FREE Bible study on Romans 8 called LIFE IN THE SPIRIT Click the link in my bio or head over to my website to get your copy. Tracking with the 5 days of homework alongside these 5 podcast episodes will add so much depth to your time in the Word.
Resources Mentioned:
Life in the Spirit 8-week Bible Study
S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
Scripture Writing Plans
Scripture Mentioned:
Romans 8:9-17
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During today's conversation on Scripture & Story, we are going to dive into the greatest chapter in all of the Bible! Romans 8 is filled with rich theological doctrines and stunning promises; it's brimming with beautiful truths about how you and I can live in the Spirit.
Let me tell you … a Christian who is not acknowledging or accessing the Spirit of Christ within her, listening for His voice, being guided by His counsel, and tapping into His resurrection power, is missing out on the abundant life Jesus came to give her.
But when you and I are led by the Spirit of God every day, we experience peace and fullness of life and I dare say, the grandest adventure.
Today we focus on Romans 8:1-8, and it begins with the most beautiful news: There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Now that's worth shouting an AMEN!
Click on the link in my bio to access the podcast, and let's meet on the pages of God's Word!
P.S. I have a gift for you! If you are following along on the podcast, you'll want to get a copy of my FREE Bible study on Romans 8 called LIFE IN THE SPIRIT Click the link in my bio or head over to my website to get your copy. Tracking with the 5 days of homework alongside these 5 podcast episodes will add so much depth to your time in the Word.
Resources Mentioned:
S.T.O.R.Y. Bible Study Method
Life in the Spirit 8-week Bible Study
TGC Article: Conviction and Condemnation
GingerSnaps
Scripture Mentioned:
Romans 8:1-8
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The greatest story ever told is the one found on the pages of Scripture.
God's story is one seamless grand narrative of redemption, full of mystery and adventure, passion and heartache, unlikely people with impossible callings, and unimaginable plot twists. Every page points to Jesus Christ. And quite remarkably, we find our stories on the pages of His story.
Scripture & Story is a space where together we we will immerse ourselves in God’s Story, not to accumulate fun facts we can share over charcuterie boards, but so we can encounter the living God.
In a thousand ways, God is writing a story of redemption with our lives. He is turning our grief into joy, our disappointment into fulfillment, and our fear into faith. As you listen, you will gain clarity and confidence in your understanding of Scripture and discover how God’s story transforms yours.
Let's meet on the pages of God's Word!
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