The Abidible Podcast

“For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison.”   (2 Corinthians 4:17) What if the pain you're carrying is actually preparing you for something glorious? In this powerful episode, Kate dives deep into 2 Corinthians 4:17 to uncover the surprising truth that our present suffering isn’t pointless—it’s producing something eternal. Drawin...

"So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day." (2 Corinthians 4:16) Let’s get real for a minute: have you ever felt like your body is breaking down, your soul is worn out, and your faith is quietly slipping into the background? You're not alone. In this episode, Kate invites you into an honest, hope-filled conversation a...

"For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God." (2 Corinthians 4:15) What if your suffering wasn’t just about you — but about the grace, thanksgiving, and glory God wants to bring through you? Today we slow down with 2 Corinthians 4:15 to unpack how suffering leads to grace, grace leads to thanksgiving, an...

"...knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into his presence." (2 Corinthians 4:14) What if your pain isn’t the end of the story — but the setup for God’s greatest display of power? This episode is for the one who feels like something in their life has died — maybe it's hope, health, joy, marriage, or purpose. Easter Sunday came...

"Since we have the same spirit of faith according to what has been written, 'I believed, and so I spoke,' we also believe, and so we also speak..." (2 Corinthians 4:13) Ever felt like your testimony isn’t ready yet? Like you need a cleaner ending, a clearer answer, or a little more progress before you speak up? This week’s episode is for you. In 2 Corinthians 4:13, Paul says, “...

"So death is at work in us, but life in you."  (2 Corinthians 4:12) Have you ever wondered why the Christian life requires so much dying to self? And how that could possibly lead to life for someone else? In this episode of The Abidible Podcast , host Kate walks through 2 Corinthians 4:12 to help listeners see the beauty behind these difficult words from Paul. Far from being hopeless or...

"For we who live are always being given over to death for Jesus' sake, so that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our mortal flesh."  (2 Corinthians 4:11) Last week, Kate explored Christ’s call to die to self by taking up our cross daily. Today, we're turning a corner as we encounter a crucial phrase in 2 Corinthians 4:10-11—"so that." Why does Paul say we ca...

We are..."always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies."  (2 Corinthians 4:10) Most of us rush out the door each day making sure we have everything we need—keys, phone, water bottle. But what if we’ve been forgetting the most important thing of all?  In this episode, Kate unpacks 2 Corinthians 4:10 and what it means to car...

We are..."persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed."  (2 Corinthians 4:9) Suffering is so hard. Unfortunately, it's also inevitable—we’re either walking through it, coming out of it, or about to face it again. While pain was never a part of the original plan, it's the current reality we face in the "now and not yet."  What are you facing right now?...

"We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair..." (2 Corinthians 4:8) Have you ever wrestled with the question, Why does God allow suffering? Maybe you’ve been told that if you just had more faith, you wouldn’t struggle so much. Maybe you’ve felt like your pain was pointless, leaving you disillusioned with God. In this episode of The Abidible Podca...

"But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us." (2 Corinthians 4:7) What if your weakness wasn’t something to hide—but the very place where God’s power shines the brightest? In this first verse study of our Jars of Clay series, we’re diving into 2 Corinthians 4:7 to see how God’s glory is revealed through our frailty. The world...

Welcome to a brand-new series on The Abidible Podcast ! In this intro episode, we’re stepping into the ancient city of Corinth—a place of power, commerce, and cultural diversity—right alongside the Apostle Paul. Drawing from Kate's personal journey to Corinth in 2023, you'll uncover why Paul strategically planted a church here and what made this city such a critical crossroads in the fir...

“What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.” (Philippians 4:9, ESV) In this final recap episode of the Do Not Be Anxious series, Kate is pulling back the curtain on her own struggles and sharing how this study deeply challenged her. Over these past eight weeks, God exposed two major areas of sin in her life: unbelief an...

In preparation for our "Jars of Clay" study beginning on February 24th, we're bringing you a full read-aloud of 1 and 2 Corinthians. This second episode is a reading of the entire book of 2 Corinthians.  This is bonus content for those who are looking for more context. The passage we will be studying in 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 is just a small snapshot of Paul's communication to th...

In preparation for our "Jars of Clay" study beginning on February 24th, we're bringing you a full read-aloud of 1 and 2 Corinthians. This first episode is a reading of the entire book of 1 Corinthians.  This is bonus content for those who are looking for more context. The passage we will be studying in 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 is just a small snapshot of Paul's communication to the...

“What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.” (Philippians 4:9, ESV) Have you ever seen a child imitate their parent or an animal mimic its parent’s movements? That adorable imitation speaks to a profound truth: we become who and what we imitate. In this inspiring episode, Kate invites you to reflect on Paul's chall...

“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” (Philippians 4:8, ESV) In this thought-provoking episode, Kate dives into the transformative power of the mind and explores why the apostle Paul’s command to "...

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7, ESV) What if you could exchange your anxiety for a peace that surpasses all understanding? In this episode, Kate dives deep into Philippians 4:7 to uncover the profound promise of God’s peace—a peace that acts as a sentinel, guarding your heart and mind through Christ...

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving make your requests be known to God.” (Philippians 4:6, ESV) In this transformative episode of The Abidible Podcast , Kate delves into Philippians 4:6 to uncover the biblical approach to overcoming anxiety. She invites listeners to shift their perspective, seeing anxiety not as a burden but as an invit...

“Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand.” (Philippians 4:5, ESV) Join host Kate as she unpacks this challenging (and maybe misunderstood) verse. At first glance, this verse might be anxiety-inducing, incorrectly pushing us towards performance and perfection. But through careful study and contextual exploration, Kate reveals Paul’s deeper message—a call to live with gentl...

“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.” (Philippians 4:4, ESV) Do you ever find it impossible to rejoice? In this episode of The Abidible Podcast , Kate delves into Philippians 4:4, posing the question: "How can I rejoice?" Kate explores this question in two powerful ways—both practically and rhetorically—with the hopes of building the context for the hardships faced by...

“Do not be anxious.” (The Apostle Paul) What’s the worst thing someone could say when you’re anxious? “Don’t be anxious.” It feels unhelpful and dismissive—so why does Paul say to the Philippians? In this deeply personal episode, host Kate shares her own struggles with anxiety, from a life-threatening pregnancy to everyday worries, and introduces you to the apostle Paul—a man who truly understands...

In our final episode of the “A Child is Born” study, Kate takes a meaningful walk through Isaiah 9:1-7, summarizing the incredible truths we’ve uncovered together. This special recap is designed to help you move all you’ve learned into your heart’s long-term memory, so you can carry it with you beyond the Christmas season. Perfectly timed for Christmas, this episode invites you to reflect on the m...

“ Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.  (Isaiah 9:7, ESV) Government—yep, we’re going there. If this feels like the last topic you want to dive into, that’s exactly why you...

“ For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. ”   (Isaiah 9:6, ESV) The moment we’ve been eagerly awaiting is finally here. Boy, do we need good news! This is the verse we’ve been building toward throughout this entire A Child is Born series. It hol...