The Bible For Busy People

We're continuing our exploration of the contemplative practice of Lectio Divina, a method of divine reading that emphasizes receiving personal insights from scripture. Today we're going through a reflective reading of 2 Corinthians 5:16-21, focusing on themes of reconciliation and transformation in Christ.  Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4j2cz9K  ---- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center f...

We are experiencing the Word of God this week through the process of Lectio Divina. To break it down, I read through the scripture one time without any kind of commentary or response. The second time, I share something on the Word or a phrase that stands out to me. I'll then read it a third time and explain why this connects to me. Following this, I pray that I receive whatever the Spirit wants me...

Usually we try to pack in as much about a passage of scripture as we can into about seven minutes on this podcast in order to really dive into the context, the meaning, the teaching and learning of it. This week we're doing something completely different. We are doing the practice of Lectio Davina, which is divine reading. It's a contemplative method of reading the Bible that was practiced early i...

Lectio Divina—a simple, prayerful way to read scripture and listen for God’s voice. Focusing on John 1:1-5, I invite you to notice which words or phrases stand out and what God might be saying to you through them. Reflect on Jesus as the Word and the beauty of creation. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Yx5V3I  ---- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible for Busy Peopl...

We encounter the Word by reading it, listening to it (like you do here), meditating on it, and memorizing it. And there are many ways to read it, many questions you can ask, notes you can take alongside your reading, and more. One contemplative method of reading the Bible is called lectio divina, or "divine reading", and that's what we're doing this week. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/43goID4  ---- S...

Okay, so the mom we're talking about today isn't actually a real person. But you probably know a LOT about her, and if you're a woman, you might even feel a little indignant towards her. Hang with me. We're talking about the Proverbs 31 woman. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4jEopb7  ---- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible for Busy People Podcast. For more informa...

We usually hear a lot about Mary, mother of Jesus, which is perfectly right, because she did an incredible thing. But we don't tend to hear as much about her relative, Elizabeth, who had such an amazing testimony as well. Elizabeth was past childbearing age, and had no expectation of having a child. And for so many at the time, being able to bear children was a sign of God's favor. So even though...

What convinces you in your faith? What examples can you give of times when you've seen or heard God clearly? Today we're reading about another mom who was at the end of her rope, and how God did some incredible work when she felt she had nothing to give. All she could do was believe. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4cVEw1f  ---- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible...

Today we're continuing the story we started yesterday: in the time when the Israelites were enslaved in Egypt. After Shiphrah and Puah, the Hebrew midwives, courageously deceived the Pharaoh of Egypt, who had ordered them to kill Israelite baby boys, Pharaoh commands the people to throw baby boys into the Nile. That's where we pick up - with this order over the oppressed Israelite women... Introdu...

This week leading up to Mother's Day, we'll be talking about moms of the Bible - but I want to make a special note. Mother’s Day can bring up some complicated memories and feelings. We are going to honor the complexity of that this week, so even if Mother's Day is a tough time for you, I hope this series will be encouraging for you in light of some really amazing women. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/...

You don't have to have a certain job title, or have checked off items on a spiritual checklist to pray earnestly, powerfully and effectively.  Jesus promises that if we ask God, He hears us and will provide what is needed.  Show Notes: https://bit.ly/42Bq9dG  ---- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible for Busy People Podcast. For more information on them, go to...

Chapter 3 flows into chapter 4, with re-emphasis on how envy and selfish ambition is incompatible in our relationships with God and others. Chapter 4 is no less hard-hitting, but also just as practical and useful for our everyday devotion and discipleship. Seatbelts on - Let's dive in. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/44CY08Q  ---- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bibl...

This might be the most challenging passage in the Bible. How do we control our tongues?  The mouth is the hardest thing to control - so much so that James says if you can control your mouth, the rest of your body is in check too.  Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4isqFAJ  ---- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible for Busy People Podcast. For more information on them,...

I'm pretty indecisive. My husband got used to asking me what my favorite color was that day. But how do you know what your favorites are? It's the thing you show preference for. Today in the book of James, we tackle the topic of showing preference when it comes to people. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Rvrpdt  ---- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible for Busy Peo...

James is one of the most practical and brutally honest books in the Bible. Honestly, we could probably study this book for months just going line by line. If you're going through a time of hardship and want to learn how to be godly, you'll want this study. Let's soak this in together. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4lN2hg8  ---------------- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsori...

Were you the kid that wanted to open your presents before Christmas or birthday, or did you love the anticipation and surprise? No gift can really compare with an eternal life with God and that is what we're waiting for. And God is just as eager for this day as we are! Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4ijEhOC  ---------------- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible for...

Do you ever get the thought: Shouldn't I have arrived by now? Like I should be good at this by now! It might be in your faith. I should be over that stupid sin by now. I should be even-tempered all the time, or reading my Bible every single day...We're torn between our humanity and righteousness in Christ. I have some hope for you! Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4cweNwa  ---------------- Special thank...

Have you ever seen advertisements that promised a "new you"? Here's what we need to remember: in Christ we are actually made new... You ARE a new you! Today we'll lean into how we're in partnership with God. Let me show you what I mean! Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3RPMoaR  ---------------- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible for Busy People Podcast. For more in...

Are you a traditions person? What are some of your favorite traditions?  Today, we're going to talk about how Jesus wanted people to rethink their traditions, settling into Luke 5 and 22. Let's dig in! Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3RlcVwK  ---------------- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring the Bible for Busy People Podcast. For more information, go to cbcc.net We’d love...

This week, we'll be talking about how God is making all things new! Today, we're going to get a little into psychology - specifically, the psychology of novelty. We are driven to seek new things, but here's the cool thing - God designed us with that need... and fulfills it for us. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4ly8oVw  ---------------- Special thanks to Cannon Beach Conference Center for sponsoring t...

We have the spirit of God living within us, connecting us to God, teaching us what's on His heart and mind. The Holy Spirit is helping us, advocating for us, transforming us, sanctifying us. All of these incredible things are done through the Spirit. To God be the glory. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3FUCeTV  ---------------- We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all th...

Sometimes our saddest moments coincide with joy and light. In John 16, Jesus gets down to the facts: He is going away. Things were going to get harder for His disciples. But He reminded them that there was good ahead too.  Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4i2SvDp  ---------------- We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at P...

You abide in a place where you are loved, where you are safe, where you belong. You also choose whether or not you remain there, or venture into what the world offers. I think it's also important to note: Jesus IS the Word of God. When we remain steady in the Word, we also remain in Christ. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Ecr9wY  ---------------- We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in t...

What do you think of when you imagine heaven? John 14, our next chapter for this week, tells us what we have to look forward to and it reminds us of all that we have in the Trinity. Let's get started. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3FXmJKF  ---------------- We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com  We would...

This week we are talking about the Last Supper and the blessings that Jesus imparted to his disciples and to us at that time. At the Last Supper, Jesus served and comforted the disciples at the end of His life. He humbled himself before them by washing their feet. Let's take some time to consider what it means to follow this example. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4cr7o1h  ---------------- We’d love t...