Beneath The Fig Tree | Cultivate a Devotional Life You Love

Have you ever felt guilty because you couldn’t seem to stay consistent with the “perfect” quiet time routine? Maybe you started with good intentions. Maybe it even helped for a season. But somewhere along the way, what began as an invitation slowly started to feel heavy. Like another thing to keep up with. Another reminder that you were falling behind. Friend, relationship with God is so much bigg...

What if devotional life feels hard… not because you’re failing, but because the version you were handed never actually fit you? A lot of women genuinely love God, but quietly carry guilt and frustration because they can’t seem to stay consistent with traditional quiet time routines. Somewhere along the way, what started as an invitation slowly became a formula—and for many of us, the formula becam...

Maybe devotional life has felt harder than it should. Maybe you genuinely love God… but still quietly wonder why connecting with Him seems easier for everyone else. Why some people seem naturally disciplined, consistent, and confident in their relationship with God while you feel frustrated, behind, or like you’re constantly starting over. This season is an invitation to let go of shame, pressure,...

After months of exploring simple Bible study methods together, the 119 Bible Bootcamp is coming to a close. But the real goal of this journey was never finishing a series. It was helping you discover that God’s Word is a place you can return to again and again — and keep discovering treasure. In this final episode, we reflect on what we’ve learned, talk about how to continue growing in your devoti...

Scripture writing is a simple practice that helps slow down the pace of reading and create space to notice more in God’s Word. Writing Scripture by hand invites attention. It allows words, patterns, and connections to surface that can be easy to miss when reading quickly. Rather than rushing toward understanding, Scripture writing offers a way to remain with a passage long enough for it to settle...

Meditating on Scripture is a biblical practice that creates space to slow down, linger with God’s Word, and let it settle more deeply into your life. This teaching from the 119 Bible Bootcamp explores the what and why of meditating on Scripture—what biblical meditation actually is, how it differs from emptying your mind, and why it naturally follows Bible study as part of a grace-filled devotional...

Verse mapping is a Bible study practice that helps slow the pace, notice connections, and stay with Scripture a little longer. Episode 58 of the 119 Bible Bootcamp explores the what and why of verse mapping—what it is, how it works, and why it can be such a helpful way to engage Scripture without pressure. A separate verse mapping walkthrough is also available for those who want to see how mapping...

If you’ve ever wondered how to study a whole chapter—or even an entire book—of the Bible without getting overwhelmed, this episode is for you. In this episode of the 119 Bible Bootcamp, we talk about  chapter and book studies : what they are, why they matter, and when this method can be especially helpful. Instead of zooming in on a single verse, this approach helps you read with context—so you ca...

In this episode of 119 Bible Bootcamp, we explore two simple and powerful Bible study methods—topical Bible studiesand word studies—and how they naturally work together. If you’ve ever wondered where to start when studying Scripture, or felt unsure whether to zoom out to a bigger theme or zoom in on a single word, this episode will help you get oriented. You’ll learn what each method is, when to u...

Hey there, Figs — welcome to Week 4 of our special 4-week Advent series, He Came for Me. This series was born from Brandon’s original song From Glory to a Stable, written over a decade ago. What began as a melody he carried in his heart has become a way for us to slow down and remember the intentional, reigning love of Jesus. Today, Brandon reads his Week 4 devotional, He Came to Reign — The Love...

Hey there, Figs — welcome to Week 3 of our special 4-week Advent series, He Came for Me .This series was born from Brandon’s original song From Glory to a Stable , written over a decade ago. What began as a melody he carried in his heart has become a way for us to slow down and remember the unexpected, intentional way Jesus came for us. Today, Rose reads her Week 3 devotional, He Came Willing — Th...

Hey there, Figs — welcome to Week 2 of our special 4-week Advent series, He Came for Me. This series was born from Brandon’s original song From Glory to a Stable, written over a decade ago. What started as a melody he carried in his heart has become a way for us to slow down and remember the unexpected, upside-down way Jesus came for us. Today, Rose reads her Week 2 devotional, He Came Low — The K...

Hey there, Figs — welcome to Episode 1 of our special 4-week Advent series, He Came for Me . This entire series grew out of a song Brandon wrote over a decade ago called “From Glory to a Stable.” What started as a melody he carried in his heart has become the framework for these four weeks of preparing room for Jesus. Today, Brandon reads his Week 1 devotional, He Came Near — The God Who Stepped I...

Have you ever laughed while reading the Bible? If not—you might be missing some of its best surprises. In this episode, you’ll hear a few of the Bible’s most unexpected and laugh-out-loud moments—from talking donkeys to prophets negotiating with God about cow dung. Rose is joined by her husband Brandon (who sees the funny in just about everything) to help you read Scripture with fresh eyes, a ligh...

Studying the Bible doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or complicated. In this episode, we’re kicking off the Reading the Clues compass point by exploring some of the best digital Bible study tools. You’ll learn how resources like YouVersion, Blue Letter Bible, Bible Gateway, Bible Hub, and even a simple Google search can make Scripture clearer. We’ll also talk about how ChatGPT can be a helpful stu...

Bible study tools explained—without the overwhelm. In this episode, we’ll walk through what a lexicon, interlinear, concordance, commentary, cross-references, and footnotes actually are, and how they can help you study Scripture with more clarity. Whether you’ve never used a tool before or just need the terms simplified, this guide will give you confidence for the journey ahead. 🗝🗝 Key Takeaways🗝🗝...

In this episode of Beneath The Fig Tree , we continue the 119 Bible Bootcamp by exploring what it means to build rhythms of Bible study that truly last. Instead of striving for picture-perfect quiet times, we’ll talk about what makes a rhythm sustainable—for you, in this season of life. You’ll hear honest stories from my own journey, learn how Psalm 119 models rhythms with God, and discover a simp...

In this episode of the 119 Bible Bootcamp, we get real about the struggles that show up once you actually open your Bible. From distractions and doubts to lack of time and questions about whether it’s making a difference—these struggles don’t mean you’re failing. They simply mean you’re a learner. And God delights to teach learners. You’ll discover practical, grace-filled ways to keep going, even...

It’s easy to underline verses, take notes, and feel inspired by what you read in Scripture—only to realize days later nothing has really changed. In this episode, Rose shares practical ways to bridge the gap between reading and living, so God’s Word takes root in your everyday life. You’ll discover how small, Spirit-led steps can move truth off the page and into your heart and habits. 🗝🗝 Key Takea...

Memorizing Scripture isn’t about perfect recall—it’s about letting God’s Word settle so deeply in you that it’s ready to speak into your life at just the right moment. In this episode of the 119 Bible Bootcamp, part of the Gathering Your Gear series, Rose shares why memorization matters, how to let go of performance pressure, and practical ways to “hide” God’s Word in your heart—whether you rememb...

What if you could interrupt the cycle of negative thinking—not with empty positivity, but by speaking what God has already said is true? In this episode, Rose shares how biblical declarations can reshape your perspective, anchor your heart in truth, and even transform your prayer life. You’ll hear the story of how declarations became part of her journey, find practical examples from Psalm 119, and...

In this episode, we explore gentle, everyday ways God can invite us into His Word—sometimes through devotionals, podcasts, a lyric, or a note in the margin. You’ll discover how simple resources can become gentle nudges toward deeper Bible study and help you learn to love the Bible, one step at a time. 🗝🗝 Key Takeaways 🗝🗝 * Bible studies, devotionals, and podcasts can all be doorways into deeper en...

Ever sit down to pray and find your mind blank, or the words just won’t come? You’re not alone, friend. In this episode, we explore how praying Scripture can become your lifeline on the days when your own words feel tangled or tired. Learn how to let God’s Word give voice to your prayers, and discover gentle ways to practice this in your real, everyday life. 🗝🗝 Key Takeaways 🗝🗝 o Praying Scripture...

In this episode, we’re stepping into a new section of the 119 Bible Bootcamp—Gathering Our Gear. We’ll take a closer look at the different kinds of Bible translations, why there are so many, and how each one can help you connect with God’s Word in your everyday life. If you’ve ever felt confused by all the options, this is your invitation to breathe easy and find the tools that work for you. 🗝🗝 Ke...

In this episode, we’ll explore the life-changing power of God’s Word. You’ll hear why the Bible is so much more than an ancient text—it’s a living invitation to renewal, growth, and deeper connection with the One who wrote it. If you’ve ever wondered how Scripture can practically shape your everyday life, this conversation will encourage you to open your Bible with fresh expectancy. 🗝🗝 Key Takeawa...