Coffee and Bible Time Podcast

A fun fact is that the Bible is the highest-selling and most-read book in all the world, but so many of us get stuck in a rut when approaching this gift from God. Instead of feeling inspired and energized when we read it, we oftentimes feel confused, frustrated, and disenchanted. That’s not how God wants us to feel after reading His Word! So, today our guest, Bible scholar and lover of God’s Word,...

As Christians, we can often keep ourselves in bondage by trying to control our lives, but when we surrender, Christ offers us freedom. We will discuss: practical steps to letting go of control strategies biblically rich insight for letting go of control and moving forward in faith I would imagine there is someone listening today who struggles with control and fully trusting God in every area of th...

Relationships are so important (and tough to maintain)! How can we love others and how to make it last for the long haul in our marriages, families, friends, and yes, even among enemies? Our guest today, Dr. Gary Chapman is here with us to talk about how the complexities of life affect our relationships, so choosing to love, and not merely relying on the feelings of love, is so important to mainta...

Sometimes our unhealthy habits can hold us back from fully relying on the Lord and walking in the renewed strength that He provides. Our guest today, Debra Fileta, author of the new book, Reset: Powerful Habits to Own Your Thoughts, Understand Your Feelings, and Change Your Life , is here to share tools rooted in God’s Word that we can apply to our lives to break free from old habits that might be...

We are taught in the Gospel of Luke that there is no marriage in Heaven, so why is there marriage while we are here on this earth? What is its purpose, and is it for everyone? Here to answer those questions and to help us understand more about God’s design for marriage is Pastor David Giese, lead pastor of Village Church of Gurnee. Website & Sermons: Village Church of Gurnee Favorite Bible Ver...

Would you like to experience Israel without ever leaving home? How many times have you read the Bible and simply wondered: What does it look like today? What history does it still hold from when Jesus walked the same terrain?  What is the landscape like? Or, what are the people like?  But, you’re just unable to travel there yourself. Well, our guest today, Dr. Charlie Dyer, author of the book, Exp...

There is a new movie that you'll want to see! Director Sydney Tooley is here to talk about her new movie, SUN MOON. This movie’s theme is so inspiring and helpful to understanding God’s purpose for our lives and how, when following God’s plan, even in difficult and trying life moments, taking a leap of faith will always pay off!  Movie: SUN MOON - (7-Day Free Trial on PUREFLIX available)! Con...

Life is oftentimes marked with difficulties that can seem to come at us faster than the moments of goodness. Our guest today, Michele Cushatt, author of the book, A Faith That Will Not Fail: 10 Practices to Build Up Your Faith When Your World is Falling Apart is here with us to share how her book can be a practical resource for those desiring a more grounded, spiritual life and finding hope while...

What is the purpose of serving and why does the Bible emphasize it to us? Change comes from serving. 1 Peter 4:10 tells us, “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” But sometimes it can be hard to know exactly what our gifts are or what God has called us to do. A good way to begin to understand your gifts an...

Have you ever considered Jesus’ heart and actions toward the lost and brokenhearted? Jesus’ actions in the Bible toward people who are discouraged, people who doubt, people who are fearful or feel like outcasts, tell us a lot about how he loves us today, right we are at this exact moment. Our guest today, Jessica Thompson, author of the book, He Loved Them: Discovering Jesus’ Heart for Seekers, Si...

We asked you on the Coffee and Bible Time Instagram account what your inquiring minds wanted to know about the Old Testament, and wow, you responded with some interesting questions! So let's dive in! In this episode, Mentor Mama and Ashley will discuss: God of the Old Testament Sin in the Old Testament Obeying the Old Testament Rules Culture of the Old Testament Help with reading the Old Test...

Everyone experiences emotions. It’s a normal part of being a human being, but sometimes emotions can be hard to handle and that can lead to a lot of frustration, and in some cases, can negatively affect our relationships. Our guest today, Dr. Mark Mayfield, author of the new book, The Path to Wholeness: Managing Emotions, Finding Healing and Becoming Our Best Selves , is here to help us on the pat...

Have you ever wondered what God’s calling is on your life?  Maybe you’re even wondering, "what is a calling"? We are going to be talking about these things along with ways to boost conversations about discipleship and the call to ministry. In recent years there has not only been a record number of leaders leaving the ministry, but the number of people interested in Christian ministry has...

Sometimes we have areas in our lives where we just know something isn’t working right. Maybe it’s something in a relationship, something at work, something with the kids, or something to do with our own character! Life has a way of shifting, but thankfully, we can stay standing when we keep our eyes focused on Jesus and build our lives on the firm foundation of His Word. Our guest today, Alli Patt...

As Christians, we know that God is sovereign over our lives and has given each of us assignments to do and fulfill. Sometimes though, our confidence falters, and we question if we are really where we are supposed to be and if it is lining up with God’s purpose for us. Our guest today, Heather MacFadyen, author of the new book, Right Where You Belong: How to Identify & Fully Occupy Your God-Giv...

It’s heartbreaking to realize how many of us are walking around day-to-day with the things that try to take our joy.  Things like pain, shame, and regret. Things that leave us overwhelmed and broken. Our guest today, Toni Collier, author of the book, Brave Enough to be Broken: How to Embrace Your Pain and Discover Hope and Healing , is here with us to share Biblical wisdom and practical steps to h...

Time management today is a hot topic. We are all so busy trying to fit everything we can into our day, that time management has become a big industry. There are countless books, podcasts, and other resources that tell us how to get more done in less time which can sometimes cause us even more anxiety. But what if we view the idea of efficiency through God’s perspective? Would we get the same answe...

In the Book of John, Jesus very clearly tells us that while we are in this world, we will have trouble. He’s telling us that we can expect some trials, and some tribulations, but He also tells us to take heart because he has overcome this world. Trials and tribulations are oftentimes necessary in order for us to grow and mature into whom God created us to be. Our guest today, Mila Grigg, author of...

Do you ever find yourself yearning for dating and faith advice? Are you looking for real talk about relationships and faith from a couple who have navigated both dating and marriage? Or maybe you’re just wanting someone to come alongside you to help answer questions about keeping God at the center of your relationship? Well, you are in the right place. Our guests today, Tiffany Dawn, along with he...

We all have the desire to know God more deeply and to grow every day in our faith and to know without a doubt the love that God has for us. As Christians, we try to add our flesh-fueled ideas of what we think building a relationship with God should look like, through our efforts and our works. Sometimes we need help living and resting in Jesus, and finding our way to the place where we can know th...

Finding your place in God’s story, thankfully, isn’t about doing more or having it all together—it’s about resting in God’s promises and seeking his wisdom to live faithfully wherever we are. Our guest today, Teresa Swanstrom Anderson, creator of the Get Wisdom Bible Studies, is here to focus specifically on her Bible study of the women in Jesus’ lineage to demonstrate to us that God is speaking i...

Learn how the storyline of the Bible can answer the question, what on earth am I here for? Or, what is the purpose of my life? These are big questions that millions of people ponder every day. We can go about figuring these out if we truly understand God’s story. If someone asked you to tell them a short version of the story of the Bible, what would you say? My guests today, Ashley and Taylor from...

The concept of God and knowing what to say to God can be very intimidating for little ones.  But if we can teach children how to talk to God and help them learn that their prayers for others matter, it can be an instrumental factor in building a firm foundation of faith that will last a lifetime. Our guests today, Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins, have co-written a new children’s picture book titl...

Those of us who have experienced a major loss of a loved one know all too well the gripping sorrow, doubts, and questions that come from that grief. If we don’t seek help in processing that loss, we can very easily get stuck there. Our guest today, Danita Jenae, author of the book, When Mountains Crumble: Rebuilding Life After Losing Someone You Love, is a survivor of great loss herself, and she i...

As we begin this Lenten season, what comes to your mind? For many Christians, Lent may seem like an old ritual that’s out of touch with our modern-day lives or a practice that is reserved for “high church denominations,” but our guest today, Aaron Damiani, author of the book, The Good of Giving Up: Discovering the Freedom of Lent, is here to share with us the importance of preparing for Easter thr...