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544: Spring Bible Study: Tamar- The Dysfunctional Family Line of Jesus SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Tamar:  In this episode, Rachael explores the story of Tamar in the Old Testament. Tamar is often seen as a prostitute, but her story is one of redemption as she is the first woman named in the lineage of Christ. Rachael discusses the reasons behind Tamar's actions and the double...

543: Spring Bible Study: Dinah- When Justice Warriors Take It Too Far SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Dinah Dinah's story in the Old Testament is a difficult one, but it offers insights into our own human nature. The story highlights the mistakes made by Dinah, her father Jacob, and her brothers, and explores themes of justice, consequences, and the importance of responding instead...

541: Spring Bible Study: Esau’s Wives- Generational Chaos From Marrying An Unbeliever SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Esau’s Wives This episode of the Hearing Jesus podcast explores the story of Esau and his marriages to Judith and Basemath. Rachel discusses the impact of these marriages on Esau's family and the generational consequences of his choices. The episode emphasizes the i...

540: Spring Bible Study: Rachel- Choosing Gratitude Over Longing SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Rachel In this episode, Rachael discusses the story of Rachel, the sister of Leah, from the Old Testament. Rachel is described as beautiful, but her beauty becomes a source of competition and jealousy between her and her sister. This episode discusses the consequences of allowing bitter...

540: The Gospel on a Dirty Street in Calcutta: A Conversation With Angie Smith In this conversation, Rachael Groll interviews Angie Smith, author of one of Rachael’s favorite Bible Studies, Seamless. They discuss Angie's faith journey and the importance of perspective and understanding the larger narrative of Scripture. Angie shares her favorite part of connecting with audiences and witnessing the...

539: Spring Bible Study: Leah- How God Sees and Cares for the Unloved and Rejected SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Leah In this episode, Rachael discusses the story of Leah, one of the sisters who was married to Jacob. We learn from Scripture that Jacob loved her sister Rachel more. Despite feeling unloved and rejected, Leah had many children and played a significant role in the li...

538: Spring Bible Study: Deborah the Nursemaid- Serving Faithfully Throughout Our Lives SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Deborah, Rebekah’s Nurse Maid In this episode, Rachael explores the life of Deborah, but it’s probably not the Deborah you remember from Scripture. Deborah was Rebekah’s nursemaid, and she played a significant role in Jacob and Esau's life. Deborah’s story reminds...

537: Spring Bible Study: Rebekah- The Mom Who Manipulated SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Rebekah Rebecca's story in the Old Testament starts off with good intentions, but we learn how she soon gets off track. She falls into deception and manipulation and later has to deal with the consequences. So many of us can see ourselves in her story, but we can be thankful for a God who rema...

536: A Heart Divided: Lot’s Wife SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Lot’s Wife While we don’t ever learn the name of Lot’s wife, we see her mentioned by Jesus in the New Testament. Her divided heart and attachment to the world led to her being used as a warning to be ready when He comes back. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearin...

535: Did You Know Abraham Had a Third Wife? Meet: Keturah Did you know Abraham had a third wife? Many of us know about Sarah and Hagar, but we often forget about his third wife, Keturah. On today’s episode, we discuss the mother of six of Abraham’s children and how the Lord sees us, even when others don’t.  Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hear...

534: A Woman Who Still Impacts The World Today: Hagar On today’s episode, we continue on with the story of Sarah as we learn about her maidservant, Hagar. Hagar’s story still impacts the world today, even if you don’t realize it. As we learn about Hagar, we realize that there can be a lasting impact to our rebellion from God- it’s not just about us.  Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through C...

533: The Matriarch Who Didn't Always Get it Right: Sarah Today Rachael discusses the story of Sarah, one of the matriarch’s of the faith. Even though Sarah is mentioned in the hall of faith chapter in Hebrews 11, we learn that Sarah didn’t always get it right. From Sarah’s story, we can be so thankful for God’s hand of redemption and that He can still use broken people. Episode Resources: To Spons...

532: Who Are Adah and Zillah? Women You May Not Remember from Genesis Today Rachael continues the Women of the Old Testament with a daily devotional Bible Study on Adah and Zillah. Have you ever heard of them before? Many of us haven’t. Although we may have read their names, many of us haven’t taken the time to consider their story. As we take a minute to look at the lives of these two women, we a...

531: Eve: The Woman We Love to Hate Today, Rachael starts the Spring Bible Study of the Women of the Old Testament. Each day, Rachael teaches on one woman, reading her story from Scripture, and then unpacking some powerful truths we can learn from her relationship with God. In today’s episode, Rachael teaches on Eve, the woman we all love to hate. As we study Eve’s story, though, we can learn how...

530: The Struggles and Joys of Adult Friendships Part 2 This conversation explores the topic of friendship, including the process of letting go of old friendships and seeking new ones. It emphasizes the importance of being honest with God about raw emotions and recognizing dysfunction in relationships. The conversation also highlights the need for community and female friendships, as well as the c...

529: The Struggles and Joys of Adult Friendships Part 1 In this conversation, Rachael and her good friend Season Bowers discuss the importance of friendship and how to honor God in our relationships. They share their personal experiences of longing for community and the challenges of making new friends as adults. They emphasize the need for vulnerability and putting oneself out there to meet new p...

528: Can I Eat Bacon and Other Audience Questions In this episode, Rachel answers questions from listeners in a Q&A session. She addresses topics around sex, food, understanding the Old Testament law, the impact of AI, and God's communication in dreams. Rachael emphasizes the importance of holding everything up to the light of Scripture and seeking God's guidance in all areas of life.  Episode Res...

527: When God Calls You to Stay In this episode, Rachael explores the concept of staying and abiding in Jesus. She shares her personal struggle with staying connected to God throughout the day and invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences. Rachael teaches on the symbolism of linen and oil to illustrate the importance of consecration and the impact of the anointing. She emphasizes the n...

526: Listening to God’s Voice In this episode, Rachael explores the concept of obedience and how God calls us to uncomfortable acts of obedience. She emphasizes the importance of listening to God's voice and discerning it from our own. Rachael shares personal examples of uncomfortable obedience, such as helping a stranger and forgiving someone who hurt her. She highlights the role of obedience in...

525: EASTER BIBLE STUDY: Women of the Resurrection: Mary Magdalene 6 In this episode, Rachael expresses gratitude to her listeners and reflects on the journey of the She Hears Bible Study. She discusses the struggles of hearing God's voice and finding confidence in our relationship with Him. Rachael addresses misconceptions about Mary and emphasizes the importance of reading different versions of...

524: EASTER BIBLE STUDY: Women of the Resurrection: Mary Magdalene 5 Today’s conversation explores the theme of women's role in the resurrection story and their responsibility to share the message of Jesus. Rachael shares her personal journey of doubting God's voice and feeling insecure in her relationship with Him. The significance of Jesus revealing himself to women is highlighted, emphasizing t...

523: EASTER BIBLE STUDY: Women of the Resurrection: Mary Magdalene 4 In this episode, Rachael discusses the story of Mary Magdalene’s encounter with Jesus after his resurrection. She explores the themes of grief, doubting God's voice, and recognizing Jesus' presence. Rachael emphasizes the value of women's testimony and the importance of hearing God's voice.  While we don’t know where all the disc...

522: EASTER BIBLE STUDY: Women of the Resurrection: Mary Magdalene 3 In this episode, Rachael discusses the story of Mary Magdalene's encounter with Jesus in John 20:1-18. She highlights the importance of understanding the original audience and text, and provides insights into Mary's identity and role as a disciple. Rachael also emphasizes the power of divine healing and the support and service of...

521: EASTER BIBLE STUDY: Women of the Resurrection: Mary Magdalene 2 In this episode, Rachael teaches on Mary Magdalene and the uniqueness of her relationship with Jesus. The importance of understanding timing words in scripture is discussed, along with the use of cross-referencing and Bible study tools. Rachael emphasizes the need to form one's own opinion before seeking outside commentary. The c...

520: EASTER BIBLE STUDY: Women of the Resurrection: Mary Magdalene Day 1 In this episode, Rachael introduces the Color Method, a tool to help understand and comprehend God's word. She emphasizes the importance of studying scripture and provides practical tips for effective Bible study. Throughout the episode, she applies the Color Method to a specific passage, demonstrating how it can enhance comp...