4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

Is it just me, or sometimes are you just not quite sure you know how to pray? Well, I found something in the ancient Old Testament book of Amos that gives a great framework for how to pray, and you are going to love it. Today you'll learn three ways to pray that will boost your confidence, draw you closer to God, and guarantee that God hears you. Plus, you'll get a free Scripture prayer download t...

This is another Good Life episode where I share with you moments in time that make me smile—moments from my good life! And today, I'm taking you with me to my happy place, Oxford, England! Since I'm blind and can't enjoy visual pictures of my trips, I take "audio pictures," which are simply audio recordings of a special place, moment, or memory that I want to capture. Then I'm able to take that vo...

Humility is a spiritual superpower that we just don't talk about enough. And often it's because we just don't understand it. We may think if we're humble, then we may be walked on or overlooked. But humility is not just an attribute or an attitude, it's an action—a powerful and profound force that can change you and change the world around you. So, today I'm going to reframe humility for you based...

Get ready for another Good Life episode to celebrate the upcoming release of my latest Bible study, Amos: An Invitation to the Good Life . I'm giving you just a glimpse of what makes my life good, and today on the podcast, we're taking a trip! But would you call your trip "good" if it included driving over 2000 miles, constant rain, flooding at the campsite, broken air conditioner, a flat tire, an...

Culture is always trying to convince you that "life balance" is possible. Everything you see is pushing the narrative that you can put equal work into careers, family, friends, faith, and self-care. But what if life isn't about balancing all the things you do, but about doing what matters most? Today, you'll get a practical guide for doing what matters most in a get-things-done world. Authors, Mic...

To celebrate the upcoming release of my latest Bible study, Amos: An Invitation to the Good Life , I've put together some BONUS episodes that I'm calling "Good Life Episodes" because—as you'll learn in the study—the book of Amos is inviting you to the God life, and God life is the good life. So, in these Good Life Episodes, I'm sharing with you some things that make my life good. And one of the th...

Benny Tate never faced a time that wasn't filled with obstacles. The odds were completely stacked against him in so many ways. Yet in every crisis, God was there to redeem his pain into purpose, transforming Benny's life into a living testament to His power. And today, Benny shares how he overcame the odds and how you can too. He'll help you to never see yourself as the victim of your own life, bu...

Amber Lia used to be a college athlete and recreational bodybuilder, but after 10 years of marriage and five pregnancies, she realized she was among the 74% of people who are considered overweight, according to the CDC. Well, Amber went on a journey to reclaim her health, one unhealthy pattern at a time. And today, she'll help us do the same. Amber shares practical strategies to help you leave beh...

On this BONUS episode of the podcast, you'll get to hear from Max McLean, the actor who played C.S. Lewis in the movie, The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis . I'm an unashamed, unabashed, unrelenting, and slightly unhinged fan of C.S. Lewis, so I'm over-the-top excited to share this conversation with you! We talk all about the film, Max's journey in his portrayal of my favori...

Are you a Mary or a Martha? It would be difficult to find an American Christian woman who has not struggled to be more like Mary, the Christ-follower who sat at Jesus's feet while her overworked sister, Martha, labored in the kitchen. So what if you're a Martha? Is that okay? This often quoted Bible story from Luke 10 seems to suggest that wanting to serve, achieve, and accomplish things as Martha...

Bonnie Gray and I weren't done talking when Episode 200 ended, so here's the rest of the conversation. It's all about being okay with ourselves and cheerleaders for each other. In the earlier episode, we were discussing why we choose the color of our clothing—and more specifically why Bonnie felt ashamed to wear pink. But then, our conversation went in a direction I didn't expect. As we wrapped up...

Growing up as a Chinese American daughter of a mail-order bride and a busboy in San Francisco's Chinatown, Bonnie Gray never felt like she belonged. She spent her childhood hiding "Chinese Bonnie" who lived in a dysfunctional home in poverty, so she could be accepted as cheerful "American Bonnie" who lived a life that looked like everybody else's. Bonnie joins me on the podcast today, and you'll h...

When you look in the mirror, do you love the skin you're in? For most of us, that seems impossible. And even if we do accept our bodies, does that mean we're abandoning any effort to improve? Oh, girl, this thought process is enough to drive anyone crazy! It's confusing and takes up way too much space in our heads and hearts. So today, we are going to make this a non-issue! Author Jennifer Taylor...

We all want to know how to talk to God and get answers to our prayers. Yet lots of us struggle to pray and are convinced we're doing it wrong. So is there a secret to talking with God? Well, according to today's guest, there is. Author and seminary professor, Kyle DiRoberts, shares the secret to prayer and reveals the impact of humility on your prayers. He'll also give you practical ways to connec...

What's the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word "unclutter"? Is it your house? Well today, you'll learn to unclutter something far more important … your soul. And, just like your house, sometimes we need to get in there, sort through it, and toss the things that weigh us down. Author Trina McNeilly joins me on the podcast and invites you to take a closer look at where the home rea...

So many of us struggle to create space in our daily routines for time with God. We want to feel close to Him, but we're wondering, "How do I create a quiet space in my chaotic schedule? Why is this so hard? Am I the only one?" Well, my friend, you are not the only one. Author Naomi Vacaro, creator of the Quiet Time Companion journal, gives you hope and a unique solution for creating—and maintainin...

In a busy world full of distractions, an intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit is more important than ever. But for many, the Holy Spirit seems vague and even a little confusing. Today, author Becky Thompson is back on the 4:13 to invite you into a closer relationship with the Holy Spirit. She'll unpack who He is and how He moves. And you'll learn how to recognize His voice and discern when G...

I hung out in the podcast closet with two 20-somethings, Nico and Mary, who work at our ministry. They asked lots of great questions common to every 20-something, including questions about dating, marriage, identity, planning their future, being honest about their sin, and simply getting through the decade of their 20's. I loved their questions because, in all actuality, the responses they receive...

In a world that applauds self-improvement, anxiety levels are at an all-time high. We feel pressure to lead, pressure to be productive, pressure to seize the day, and if you're a parent … the pressure to parent well around the clock. Well, today's guest, best-selling author, Ruth Chou Simons found herself squarely situated in that same camp, knowing there had to be a better way of living than the...

Every single day, someone in your world is thinking about choosing suicide. It isn't just one or two people, but ten million Americans will consider killing themselves in the upcoming year. Today's guest, Dr. Matthew Sleeth, believes Christians—and our churches—can be the first to offer hope. As a physician and minister, Dr. Sleeth will give you the practical and spiritual tools you need to help t...

What if it's not the hard roads that slay us, but instead, the unmet expectations of what we thought the road would be that takes us down? Well, if you're facing obstacle after obstacle on the way to your dreams—if you're smack dab in the middle of your own impossible—today's guest will give you the fresh perspective you need. Best-selling author and my friend, Ann Voskamp, will help you discover...

We need each other! None of us are designed to do this life alone, without support, without community. But sometimes we just don't know how to get over our self-reliance and get honest with others. So, today, we're going to learn from author and podcast host, Heather McFadyen, on how to not mom alone! But her insight isn't just for moms; this applies to whoever you are and whatever you do. She'll...

Why is it so hard to pray without getting distracted? And why don't I have this prayer thing figured out by now? Well, if you've ever asked these questions, you are in the right place. A vibrant, unstuck prayer life can begin for you right now. Today, author and prayer journal creator, Valerie Woerner, will give you the tips and inspiration you need to pray boldly to the God who loves you. We're t...

Join me in St. Louis, Missouri, for a Fresh Grounded Faith conference with former "Facts of Life" actress, Lisa Whelchel. She'll take you way back to when she was a Mouseketeer and even do an impromptu ventriloquism bit from her Disney days. She'll talk about what it was like to be on "Survivor" and how grace can totally change your life. Plus, I share about the impact of doubt and fear on our fai...

We may not have carved an image to worship lately, but that doesn't mean we don't have idols in our lives. In fact, our idols are much more subtle. I had an interesting conversation about this very topic with author and Bible teacher, Jen Wilkin, while in the green room at a Lifeway Women Live event. And, we even had a cameo from Jackie Hill Perry right in the middle of it!  We're talking about id...