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715 // Stopping the Cycle of More: Proverbs 19 Have you ever wondered why some people with so little seem genuinely happy, while others with so much still feel empty? Today’s episode studies Proverbs 19 and its powerful message about wealth, poverty, and integrity. Together, we’ll explore what it means to stop the endless cycle of consumerism and live with contentment, wisdom, and generosity. Whet...

714 // Proverbs 18: Wisdom in What We Say From the ripple effect of gossip to the strength found in gracious words, in today’s episode we’ll unpack how our words can carry consequences- good or bad. Whether you’re looking to build healthier relationships, avoid common pitfalls like speaking before you think, or simply be more intentional with your words, this episode will help you align your speec...

713 // Proverbs 17: Wisdom for When Life Heats Up In this episode, we’re getting into Proverbs 17 and the wisdom it has for those tough seasons of life. We’ll talk about the imagery of the crucible and the furnace—used to refine silver and gold—and how that ties into what God is doing in our hearts. Why does He let us go through hard times? What’s the point of being spiritually refined? Stick arou...

712 // Proverbs 16: Wisdom for Making Plans and Leading With Integrity In this episode, we explore Proverbs 16 and its lessons on leadership, integrity, and surrendering our plans to God. Whether you’re leading a family, a team, or navigating personal decisions, this chapter offers wisdom on how to align your heart with God’s purposes. Discover practical ways to examine your motives, cultivate hum...

711 // When Jesus Changes Everything Today we are taking a brief break from the Proverbs series to talk with special guest, Norah Burungi, and alum from Compassion International’s program in Uganda. Norah has a powerful testimony of what it actually looks like when Jesus comes in and changes everything. I believe you will be encouraged as you hear how God made the hope of the gospel a reality in h...

710 // Proverbs 15: The Wisdom in Using Words That Heal Over Words that Hurt In today’s episode, we’re talking about Proverbs 15, which is packed with timeless wisdom about the power of our words, the state of our hearts, and how God sees every detail of our lives. This passage offers practical guidance for living with integrity, choosing words carefully, and embracing correction as a path to wisd...

709 // Proverbs 14: What Kind of Life Are You Building? In this episode, we’re digging into Proverbs 14 and looking at the kind of life we’re building. Are the choices you’re making creating something solid and meaningful, or could they be tearing things down without you even realizing it? This chapter really makes us stop and think about how our words, relationships, and daily decisions shape our...

708 // Proverbs 13: Wisdom for Picking Our Friends Who we spend time with plays a huge role in shaping who we are and who we’re becoming. In this episode, we’re exploring Proverbs 13 and how our relationships impact our faith, character, and future. We’ll look at the power of walking with wise companions and the dangers of letting the wrong influences guide us. Whether it’s your closest friends, c...

707 // Proverbs 12: Practical Wisdom For Real World Struggles Like Anxiety and Procrastination In today’s episode, we’re looking at Proverbs 12 and how it speaks to two things we all deal with: anxiety and procrastination. These might feel like modern-day struggles, but they’ve been part of the human experience for a long time. Proverbs 12 gives us some solid advice about diligence and kindness, s...

706 // Proverbs 11: How Things Like Pride and Our Words Impact Our Influence In today’s episode of the Hearing Jesus Podcast, we explore Proverbs chapter 11 and the powerful lessons it holds about the impact of pride, integrity, generosity, and the words we speak. This chapter continues to contrast the way of wisdom with the path of folly, showing us how our choices—whether in business, relationsh...

705 // Proverbs 10: Why Every Decision Matters In this episode of the Hearing Jesus Podcast, we’re walking through Proverbs chapter 10, where we make the shift into the wisdom of King Solomon. Packed with practical insights, this portion of Proverbs speaks directly to our daily lives. Every decision we make carries weight, and this chapter lays out the stark contrasts between wisdom and foolishnes...

704 // Proverbs 9: Why Wisdom Is a Matter of Life or Death In today’s episode of the Hearing Jesus Podcast, we’re studying Proverbs chapter 9—a pivotal moment in our wisdom journey through the book of Proverbs. This chapter reveals the stark contrast between wisdom and folly, showing how our choices lead us toward life or death. We’ll unpack the imagery of wisdom’s house with its seven pillars, re...

703 // Proverbs 8: The Wisdom That Shaped Creation In this episode of the Hearing Jesus Podcast, we’re continuing our walk through Proverbs, landing in chapter 8—a chapter that takes us all the way back to the beginning of creation. Here, we see that wisdom isn’t something God created after the fact—it was there with Him before the world was even formed. Together, we’ll explore how wisdom is an et...

702 // Proverbs 7: Wisdom to Resist Attacks From the Enemy In this episode of the Hearing Jesus Podcast, we explore Proverbs 7, a chapter filled with vivid warnings about the dangers of temptation. Through the story of a young man led astray by smooth words and seductive lies, we see how the enemy uses vulnerabilities to trap us in sin. The consequences? Devastating, often as destructive as death...

701 // Proverbs 6: What Are the Seven Things God Hates? In this episode of the Hearing Jesus Podcast, we’re diving into Proverbs chapter six to uncover the things God hates—a powerful list that reveals His heart and His standards for His people. From pride and deceit to stirring up conflict in the community, these warnings are not just ancient lessons but practical truths for today. This chapter a...

700 // Proverbs 5: Sexual Wisdom for Today’s Perverted World  In this episode of the Proverbs series, we explore Proverbs 5—a chapter that speaks candidly about relationships, temptation, and the importance of guarding our hearts. Rachael unpacks the father’s warnings to his son about sexual sin, adultery, and the need to honor God’s design for marriage. With cultural insights and real-world appli...

699 // Proverbs 4: What Does the Heart Have to Do With Wisdom? In this episode of the Wisdom Series, we explore Proverbs Chapter 4 and explore the vital connection between wisdom and the heart. Through this passage, we unpack the role of a parent’s legacy, the importance of guarding our hearts, and the practical impact of wisdom on our everyday lives. Rachael provides insights into the historical...

698 // Proverbs 3: When Wisdom is Written on the Heart In this episode, we dive into Proverbs Chapter 3 and uncover the practical and spiritual wisdom woven into these powerful verses. From trusting in the Lord with all your heart to honoring Him with your wealth, this chapter offers timeless principles for navigating life with faith and discernment. We’ll explore the differences between promises...

697// Proverbs 2: Why Wisdom Starts With Relationship In this episode, we journey through Proverbs chapter two and explore the connection between wisdom and our relationship with God. Rachael breaks down how seeking wisdom is not just about acquiring knowledge but about pursuing a deeper relationship with God. By understanding this connection, we uncover the life-transforming protection, peace, an...

696// Proverbs 1: When Wisdom Speaks: Are We Listening? In this episode, we dive into the timeless wisdom found in Proverbs chapter one, exploring what it means to truly listen when wisdom speaks. Rachael unpacks the prologue of Proverbs and its foundational teaching: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” Learn why the pursuit of Godly wisdom is paired with discipline, and discover...

695// Proverbs 101: Why We Need Wisdom in Our Lives Today Rachael introduces the book of Proverbs and the Wisdom series that will take us through the end of the year. What is a Proverb? Why do we need to know the Proverbs? What does Biblical wisdom look like? What does any of this have to do with Jesus? Rachael will answer all these questions and more.    ☆ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON ☆ :  patreon.co...

694// MISSIONS WEEK: DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: God’s Eyes Are Not Closed On the final fay for Missions Week, we are talking about how God is working in the Dominican Republic. This week has been a testimony to how God is working around the world, and today’s episode is no exception. Be encouraged as Rachael shares what God has put on her heart.    ☆ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON ☆ :  patreon.com/HearingJesus...

693// MISSIONS WEEK: KENYA: How the Gospel Changes Everything Day four of missions week is focusing on Kenya and how God is moving in the slums of Nairobi. Jey Mbiro chats with Rachael about the reality of poverty and what life is like when living without hope. Jey’s story is a powerful example of how God can change everything.    ☆ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON ☆ :  patreon.com/HearingJesus __________...

692// MISSIONS WEEK: PHILIPPINES: God Sees You For day three of Missions Week, we are visiting the Philippines with the powerful testimony of Kiwi. Kiwi shares what it was like growing up in poverty and how God has changed everything with the hope of the gospel. Her story is so compelling, and helps us know that God sees each one of us.    ☆ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON ☆ :  patreon.com/HearingJesus _...

691// MISSIONS WEEK: UGANDA: There is Always Room This episode is a powerful converation about how God is moving accross the African continent and more specifically, in Uganda. As we learn about the work God is doing, we see how He uses local people to accomplish His goals in a profound way. This episode is filled with testimonies and it is such a joy to be encouraged by the way God makes space fo...