589: Following God’s Agenda - Hearing God’s Voice Through Fasting, Devotional Sometimes we fast because we have an agenda. My encouragement today is to allow God’s agenda to trump our agenda. It should always be about Him and what He wants to do in our lives. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spiritual Direction: https://shehe...
Jun 24, 2024•15 min•Ep. 589
588: How Do You “Get To Know” God? - Hearing God’s Voice in Prayer, Devotional Prayer is how we get to know God: His nature, His character, and how He interacts with us as His children. Today we finish up prayer week and I pray over you as you continue to seek to grow in your prayer life. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spir...
Jun 21, 2024•15 min•Ep. 588
587: Have You Forgotten to Pray For Someone? What Happens Next: Hearing God’s Voice in Prayer, Devotional How many times has someone asked you to pray for them, you said yes, and then forgot? It’s happened to all of us. Today we are talking about that phenomenon as well as how to pray with expectation. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus...
Jun 20, 2024•19 min•Ep. 587
586: #PrayerGoals: What is the Goal of Prayer? - Hearing God’s Voice in Prayer, Daily Devotional God wants to be involved in all aspects of our lives, even the hard ones. He is big enough to take on your hard emotions. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spiritual Direction: https://shehears.org/coaching Learn: https://shehears....
Jun 19, 2024•14 min•Ep. 586
585: How Unanswered Prayers Impact Us - Hearing God’s Voice in Prayer, Daily Devotional Today we are continuing our conversation about prayer and what happens when those prayers go unanswered. How can we hear God’s voice if He isn’t speaking? In today’s episode, we learn how those unanswered prayers may in fact be the answer we need. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreo...
Jun 18, 2024•19 min•Ep. 585
584: What is the Point of Prayer? - Hearing God’s Voice in Prayer, Daily Devotional Prayer is not just asking things from God. The primary function of prayer is to develop an ongoing relationship with Him. It’s about a dialogue back and forth as you learn how to hear His voice. Join me as we start a week focused on prayer. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: pat...
Jun 17, 2024•19 min•Ep. 584
583: Is it My Voice? God’s Voice? Or the Voice of the Enemy? How to Tell- Hearing God’s Voice in Biblical Meditation, Daily Devotional God is always with us, it does not matter where we go, what we do, God is always there. It’s a matter of recognizing that. How do we know whose voice is speaking to us? Listen in as we talk about how to tell the difference. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, and our private discussion forum, ...
Jun 14, 2024•26 min•Ep. 583
582: Generational Impact Through the Gospel - Father’s Day BONUS Episode, Daily Devotional, Bible Study Jey Mbiro joins us on the show again to talk about his perspective as a parent, visiting his hometown in Kenya. Escaping generational poverty means his children do not have to suffer the way he did. Join me for today's daily devotional, Bible Study episode. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, Daily Devotional and Bible Stud...
Jun 14, 2024•42 min•Ep. 582
581: When God is Silent- Hearing God’s Voice in Biblical Meditation, Daily Devotional, Daily Devotional, Bible Study Jesus is not dead, He is alive and continues to speak to us through the Holy Spirit. He is constantly at work in this world. When we meditate on God’s word, we can hear His voice, even in the silence. Join me for today's daily devotional, Bible Study episode. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, Daily Devotional...
Jun 13, 2024•15 min•Ep. 581
580: Can’t Sleep? Do This Instead of Worrying!- Hearing God’s Voice in Biblical Meditation, Daily Devotional, Bible Study Have you ever lost sleep worrying about what tomorrow would bring? Scripture gives us some tools to deal with that very thing. Join me for today's daily devotional, Bible Study episode. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, Daily Devotional and Bible Study resources, and our private discussion forum, please ...
Jun 12, 2024•21 min•Ep. 580
579: Complaining to God- Hearing God’s Voice in Biblical Meditation, Daily Devotional, Bible Study You may not connect complaining and meditation. But the Bible does. Curious to know how? Join me on today’s episode as we take a look at the connection. Join me for today's daily devotional, Bible Study episode. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, daily devotional and Bible study resources, and our private discussion forum, plea...
Jun 11, 2024•22 min•Ep. 579
578: What Does Meditating on God’s Word Even Mean? - Hearing God’s Voice in Biblical Meditation, Daily Devotional, Bible Study Sometimes that word meditate leaves us in a weird space. We don’t really know what to do with it as believers. Is it bad? Or something we should stay away from? Today we are taking a look at what God says in His word about the concept of meditation. Join me for today's daily devotional, Bible Study episode. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion gui...
Jun 10, 2024•19 min•Ep. 578
576: Being Ready to Respond When God Speaks- Hearing God’s Voice Series, Daily Devotional, Bible Study When we are pursuing God, to become more like God (His nature and character), that process is called sanctification. That process is God’s work, not our work. Ultimately, we are powerless to change on our own. God’s nature in us is what allows us to change. Paul mentions 35 times that righteousness is a gift from God. Human striving doesn’t work. But it doesn’t mean that we do nothing. Instead,...
Jun 07, 2024•21 min•Ep. 576
576: BONUS- When the God of Hope Reaches In: A Testimony of How God Rescues, Devotional Bible Study Podcast On today’s bonus episode, Rachael is airing her discussion with Jey Mbiro, in preparation for his upcoming Father’s Day episode. Jey shares his powerful testimony of growing up in poverty in Nairobi, Kenya, and his journey from begging and stealing to finding hope and transformation through faith. His story highlights the impact of poverty, desperation, and the cycle of incarceration, as w...
Jun 06, 2024•48 min•Ep. 576
575: Hearing What God Says About You- Hearing God’s Voice Series, Daily Devotional, Bible Study You are loved for who you are, not what you do. Chasing a feeling is a dangerous way to establish our identity. Instead, the spiritual disciplines help us to understand our identity is in Christ. Join me for today's devotional, Bible study episode. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, devotional and Bible study resources, and our pr...
Jun 06, 2024•14 min•Ep. 575
574: Hearing God’s Voice in the Valley- Hearing God’s Voice Series, Devotional, Bible Study So many people live for the mountain top experiences because that’s when they feel closest to God. It's not that He isn’t present in the valleys, we just need to learn how to recognize Him there. People sometimes blame this on their pastors or the preaching instead of recognizing that the issue is their own relationship with God. The spiritual disciplines will help us be intentional about growing that rel...
Jun 05, 2024•21 min•Ep. 574
573: Keeping the Flame Burning- Hearing God’s Voice Series, Devotional, Bible Study There is a faulty belief that our love or passion will get us where we need to go. But the danger of being a person who burns brightly is that you consume fuel quicker. You will eventually burn out unless you learn how to develop a sustainable relationship with God. Today we talk through this and look at the example of David in the Psalms in today's devotional Bible study episode. Additional Resources: For ad-fre...
Jun 04, 2024•16 min•Ep. 573
572: Learning to Hear God’s Voice- Hearing God’s Voice Series, Devotional, Bible Study One of the most common questions I get asked is how do you know it’s God’s voice vs. your own. There are some basic things we can do to start to gain confidence in this area, this week we are diving into all the ways that the spiritual disciplines help us do that. Don’t know what the spiritual disciplines are? Then this week is for you! Join me for today's devotional, Bible study episode. Additional Resources:...
Jun 03, 2024•23 min•Ep. 572
571: Speaking Life During Seasons of Waiting with Special Guest Real Talk Kim: Spiritual Growth In this episode, host Rachael and special guest, Real Talk Kim, Kim Jones, talk about seasons of waiting and feeling stuck. Kim shares her personal experiences and offers encouragement to those who are in a season of waiting. She emphasizes the importance of not staying stuck and taking action, trusting in God's plan, and using our voices to speak life. Kim also discusses her new book, 'Unstuck,' whic...
May 31, 2024•36 min•Ep. 571
570: How God Empowers Us to Be Who He Has Called Us To Be: Proverbs 31 Woman: Women of the Old Testament, Bible Study, Devotional The Proverbs 31 woman is seen as an example of the ideal Christian woman who follows after God. This passage describes her qualities and actions, including being an excellent wife and mother, working hard, being self-disciplined, and showing hospitality and charity. While she may seem unattainable, our identity is in Christ, and we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to ...
May 30, 2024•22 min•Ep. 570
569: Risking it All: Esther: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study The Book of Esther is a captivating story filled with suspense, intrigue, and romance. It reads like a novel or a movie, and even though God is not mentioned by name, His presence is evident throughout the story. The main character, Esther, is a brave queen who risks her life to save her people. The story highlights the importance of representing God's character and love, even when His name cannot be mentioned. It also encourage...
May 29, 2024•20 min•Ep. 569
568: The Power of a Woman’s Voice in God’s Plan: Huldah: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study In this episode, Rachael explores the story of Huldah, a prophetess in the Old Testament who played a significant role in verifying the authenticity of the Book of the Law. Despite the cultural norms that marginalized women's voices, King Josiah sought out Huldah's testimony and trusted her spiritual gifting. Huldah's prophecy confirmed the consequences of the nation's disobedience and inspired Josiah...
May 28, 2024•22 min•Ep. 568
567: A Faith That Won’t Quit: The Shunammite Woman: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study In today’s episode, we learn about the story of the Shunammite woman. Her example of faith helps us understand that sometimes we have to keep going, even when it seems like our hope is dead. This woman was a leader in her community, generous, and kind. Her relationship with the prophet Elisha helps us see how she believed that Yahweh was the giver of hope. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family ...
May 27, 2024•24 min•Ep. 567
566: Did You Know That the Bible Is 30% Poetry? How to Understand Poetry in the Bible In this episode, Rachael talks with Bible teacher Jen Weaver about the role of poetry in Scripture and how it can deepen our understanding and connection with God. They discuss how poetry is often overlooked or misunderstood, but it actually makes up over 30% of the Bible. They explore key themes and passages in Scripture that are poetry, such as the Psalms and the prophetic words in the Old Testament. Jen also...
May 25, 2024•33 min•Ep. 566
565: God’s Provision During Desperate Times: Widow of Zarephath: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study In this episode, Rachael explores the story of a nameless widow from the Old Testament who experiences a miraculous provision from God. Despite being in a desperate and hopeless situation, the widow demonstrates faith and obedience, which leads to a supernatural abundance of food and sustenance. This story serves as a contrast to the previous episode's focus on Jezebel and highlights the power...
May 24, 2024•23 min•Ep. 565
564: Walking on Egg Shells: Jezebel: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study In this episode, Rachael explores the story of Jezebel and her reputation. Jezebel, the wife of King Ahab, was a pagan princess who opposed the worship of Yahweh. She was manipulative, domineering, and exploited people to get what she wanted. Jezebel's name has become synonymous with evil and immorality. Rachael encourages listeners to examine their own reactions when faced with rejection or boundaries and strive to leav...
May 23, 2024•24 min•Ep. 564
563: Knowing About God Isn’t The Same as KNOWING God: Queen of Sheba: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study The story of the Queen of Sheba and King Solomon is about seeking wisdom and knowing God. The Queen of Sheba traveled a great distance to test Solomon with hard questions and was overwhelmed by his wisdom. However, knowing about God is not the same as knowing Him. It is surrendering to Him, recognizing our need for Him, and seeking a personal relationship with Him. We don't have to go to ...
May 22, 2024•21 min•Ep. 563
562: Beyond David’s Shadow: Bathsheba: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study Bathsheba's story is often overshadowed by her relationship with David, but there is much more to her. This episode explores Bathsheba's role in the Old Testament and her redemption story. Bathsheba caught David's attention while bathing on her rooftop. But what happened next? Despite her past, Bathsheba's story is a testament to God's redemption and restoration. Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discus...
May 21, 2024•22 min•Ep. 562
561: Brokenness Doesn’t Have to Lead to Bitterness: Michal: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study In this episode, Rachael explores the story of Michal, one of David's wives, and how her experiences shaped her into a bitter and hardened woman. The episode highlights the importance of choosing to follow God and surrendering our brokenness to Him, rather than allowing it to lead to bitterness. Rachael encourages listeners to make the choice to lay down unforgiveness and seek redemption in God. Ad...
May 20, 2024•40 min•Ep. 561
560: No One Has it All Together: Avoiding the Comparison Trap: Abigail: Women of the Old Testament Bible Study Abigail's story teaches us that no one has it all together, despite appearances. We should not compare ourselves to others or make assumptions about their lives. Instead, we should be kind and compassionate, as we never know what someone may be going through. Abigail's husband, Nabal, was harsh and mean, and she had to intervene to prevent David from attacking him. Abigail showed wisdom...
May 17, 2024•22 min•Ep. 560
