The Ruth Chou Simons Podcast

Serving one another doesn't necessarily come naturally for most of us, but it is something we're called to do as believers...so how can we cultivate a heart of service? Join us today for a really practical discussion about what it means to serve others as a spiritual discipline. Partner Resources: With more than 400,000 readers of this Christian classic, Spiritual Disciplines for the Chr...

Are you a notetaker? Does writing something down help you remember it? Join Ruth and Eve as they are diving deep and having an honest chat while tackling the everyday habit of journaling for the purpose of spiritual growth and formation. Scripture Referenced: Deuteronomy 6:12 Isaiah 46:9 Psalm 103:2 John 14:26 Resources Mentioned: Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald S. Whitney W...

The Bible talks about meditating on God's Word, but what does that really mean? And how can you start doing it? Join Ruth and Eve as they explore what meditating on and memorizing God's Word looks like as a spiritual habit. Scripture referenced: Psalm 1:1-3 Romans 8 1 Peter 3:14-16 John 1:1 Resources mentioned: Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald S. Whitney Preach To Y...

If you've ever struggled to develop a habit of prayer or wondered if you were doing it right, we hope this conversation between Ruth and Eve encourages you to press on! Join us for a discussion about everyday habits for spiritual growth all season long. Scripture Referenced: Colossians 4:2 1 Thessalonians 5:16 Psalms Romans 8:26-29 Resources Mentioned: ESV Prayer Journal: 30 Days on the Gospe...

It's definitely countercultural and it may seem counterintuitive, but what if rest really can be productive? Listen in as Ruth and Eve talk about recognizing our limitations and learning to trust God and His faithfulness more than ourselves. Scripture referenced: Luke 10:38-42 Resources mentioned: Ten Words to Live By by Jen Wilkin GraceLaced by Ruth Chou Simons Beholding and Becoming by Ruth...

If you've ever tried to do something so perfectly that it wore you out or worked really hard to succeed at a task and found the end result disappointing... this conversation is for you. Today, Ruth and Eve are unpacking what the identity that God's grace supplies and what it looks like to operate out of that identity. Scripture referenced: Ephesians 2:8-10 Ephesians 1 Colossians Romans 8...

If what we chase shapes our race, then the object our affections really matters! Join Ruth and Eve for a conversation about what "beholding" even means, what we're made to behold, and some practical thoughts about orienting our hearts toward Christ. Scripture referenced: 2 Corinthians 3:18 Resources mentioned: Beholding and Becoming by Ruth Chou Simons Truthfilled and Truthfilled fo...

Don't let the title throw you off—this episode isn't only for moms! Listen in as Ruth and Eve discuss what it looks like to embrace weakness when you have to steward the hard tasks God has given you, whether it's motherhood, a career, a relationship, or a season that feels like it will never end. In every stage of life, God gives us hard tasks as an opportunity to see His faithfulne...

We've all been there—anxious thought swirling, feeling ill-equipped for the task before us, caught in a cycle of crazy thought patterns we just can't seem to break. Today, Ruth and Eve dive into what it means to "preach to yourself" and why the content of what you're telling yourself makes all the difference. Scripture referenced: Psalm 42 Psalm 103 Resources mentioned: Sp...

If you've ever envied someone else's success or season, longing for the blooms in her garden instead of your own, this episode is for you! Listen in as Ruth and Eve discuss what it looks like to rest securely in God's timing for growth, fruit, and blooms... and why it matters. Resource mentioned: GraceLaced by Ruth Chou Simons IG Posts referenced: " You're still growing......

In today's episode, Ruth and Eve discuss Ruth's "3 words" for 2022 (she couldn't pick just one!) and why we have to be intentional about worship and BEING with the Lord before we DO things for Him.  Listen in as they talk about what God's Word has to say about worship, why it matters, and how they are #StartingWithOneSmallThing to point their hearts to truth today. Re...

Join Ruth and Eve in this inaugural episode of The GraceLaced Podcast! Learn how GraceLaced started, how Eve came to be part of the GraceLaced team, and the heart behind the this first season. Find Ruth Chou Simons on Instagram & online Find GraceLaced on Instagram , Facebook , & online Season 1 | Simons Says If you loved this episode, and want more content that helps you apply the gospel...

 It's happening! Hear co-hosts Ruth Chou Simons and Eve Stipes of GraceLaced Co. team share the vision for this exciting new podcast project!  Connect with us:  www.gracelaced.com www.ruthchousimons.com https://www.facebook.com/gracelaced https://www.instagram.com/gracelaced https://www.instagram.com/ruthchousimons Hear more from Ruth and GraceLaced Find Ruth Chou Simons: Instagram | Website...