On this episode of the Daily Grace Podcast, Krystal and Shelby chat with Kaitlin Garrison about how the gospel frees us from a life of striving. If you have ever felt crushed under the weight of trying to impress God—this episode is for you! Kaitlin shares about the belief she held for far too long that she was supposed to be the hero of her own story. She talks about the false gospels that keep us stuck striving to be good enough for God. And she shares how finding freedom from a life of strivi...
Nov 29, 2022•29 min•Ep. 206
Welcome to our Five Minute Meditations mini-episodes series! During the holiday season, we will be releasing a short episode every week that is meant to help you pause in the midst of your holiday hustle and focus on the true reason we celebrate Christmas. Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.” Scripture mentioned in this episode: -Isaiah 9:6–7 Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click su...
Nov 25, 2022•4 min•Ep. 205
Happy holidays! Giving and receiving gifts around the holidays should bring us joy and build anticipation. And yet, we often become stressed or overwhelmed when it comes to giving and receiving gifts. In this episode, Shelby and Krystal discuss how we can have a gospel perspective even in something like exchanging gifts. When we consider our responses to others in both giving and receiving gifts, we have an opportunity to display the generosity of God and His grace toward others. We hope this ep...
Nov 22, 2022•35 min•Ep. 204
What are the two topics you aren’t supposed to discuss at family gatherings? Most of us would immediately guess religion and politics, and some of us may intentionally stay away from these topics in public. But what if we could step into the political sphere in a way that honors God? In this episode, Dr. Patrick Schreiner makes a compelling case for why we should consider engaging in politics as believers. Shelby and Krystal chat with Dr. Schreiner about how the gospel changes the way we view po...
Nov 15, 2022•32 min•Ep. 203
Many of us struggle to build deep friendships as adults. We might feel too busy, too nervous to be the first to say hello, or too anxious about being rejected or hurt to invest in others. But there is hope in the gospel that we can cling to as we build biblical friendships. In this episode, Krystal sits down with pastor’s wife, podcaster, and author, Christine Hoover to discuss the beauty of friendship and how to overcome the barriers we face to build it. You will be blessed by the biblical wisd...
Nov 08, 2022•34 min•Ep. 202
We can all experience loneliness in different seasons. It may be as a single person, student, new parent, starting a new job, or as an empty nester. Yet, in Christ all those who feel lonely also have hope! In this episode, Krystal is joined by one of the Daily Grace editors, Jennie Heideman, to discuss how we experience loneliness and the hope we can find amid loneliness in Scripture. If you or someone you know is experiencing loneliness, you do not want to miss this conversation. Sign up for th...
Nov 01, 2022•32 min•Ep. 201
Join us for another “Ask Us Anything” episode where we answer questions that our listeners submitted including what to do when you have lost your fire for God and how to spot false doctrine in the church. Plus we celebrate our 200th episode!! Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.” Time Stamps: 00:46 - Celebrating our 200th episode! 4:46 - How has God equipped you to be where you are today at the Daily Grace Co? 7:29 - Do you hav...
Oct 25, 2022•31 min•Ep. 200
Have you ever heard the phrase, “being in the world, but not of the world”? While this phrase is common in Christian circles, some of us may not truly understand what it means. On this podcast, Krystal and Shelby examine the meaning of being in the world but not of the world according to Scripture. And they offer practical wisdom on engaging in secular activities for the sake of the gospel. Join us today to discover what it truly means to live in the world as a Christ-follower. Sign up for the D...
Oct 18, 2022•29 min•Ep. 199
We know the stories of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. We read the words of Moses and Paul. We seek to emulate women like Esther, Ruth, and Mary. But what about the lesser-known women of the Bible? How do their stories fit in the grand narrative of the Bible? And additionally, how should we see ourselves in light of these stories? On this podcast, Shelby and Krystal are joined by Nana Dolce, author of “The Seed of the Woman: 30 Narratives that Point to Jesus.” They discuss the biblical narratives of ...
Oct 11, 2022•34 min•Ep. 198
We all experience suffering in this life. Our world is fractured with sin and we encounter its effects regularly. Yet in the midst of suffering, we can find hope in the gospel. We can rejoice that we do not face the pain of this world alone and one day, the Lord will return and make all things new with no more grief and no more pain. In this episode, Shelby and Kyrstal talk with Colleen Chao, author of “In the Hands of a Fiercely Tender God: 31 Days of Hope, Honesty, and Encouragement for the Su...
Oct 04, 2022•44 min•Ep. 197
Many of us feel too busy to spend time with God. Justin shares how he experienced a mental and emotional breakdown years ago due to the pace and demands of his life as a husband, father, and corporate lawyer. He struggled to recover from the breakdown until he began to incorporate spiritual disciplines as a routine part of his daily life. Justin shares the four daily and four weekly habits that will help you love God, love your neighbor, embrace healthy spiritual routines, and resist unhealthy s...
Sep 27, 2022•37 min•Ep. 196
Welcome to our 5-episode mini series called Quiet Time Tips. This is the fifth and final episode in this series where we’ll talk about how to apply Scripture. Want to get the free “How to Study the Bible” PDF mentioned in this episode? Sign up for Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and you’ll have access to this and many other free resources related to the podcast! Time Stamps: 1:08 - Why it’s important to apply scripture well 3:05 - Being a doer of the Word 4:39 - Reflecting on God’s character in a...
Sep 22, 2022•16 min•Ep. 195
We hear the word blessing frequently. We hear people refer to health, prosperity, and exciting opportunities as blessings. God certainly is the giver of all good gifts. But, if blessings are only material gifts to us, then we may feel confused when we walk through sickness, lack, and strife. We need a biblical definition of blessing. The Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, ties blessings into the presence of God. To be blessed by God is to be in His presence, not to receive presents from Him. The...
Sep 20, 2022•22 min•Ep. 194
Welcome to our 5-episode mini series called Quiet Time Tips. This is the fourth episode in this series where we’ll talk about how to interpret Scripture well. Want to get the free “How to Study the Bible” PDF mentioned in this episode? Sign up for Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and you’ll have access to this and many other free resources related to the podcast! Time Stamps: 1:10 - Why it’s important to interpret the Bible well 2:13 - What one question are trying to answer when we interpret the B...
Sep 15, 2022•15 min•Ep. 193
Is there anything more elusive than rest? Whether we’re too busy to rest, have too many undone tasks to rest, or we feel too guilty for taking time to rest—rest doesn’t come easy. Come chat with us today as we talk about a biblical theology of rest. We’ll talk about how the Bible addresses both physical and spiritual rest by tracing the theme of rest from Genesis to Revelation. Today’s episode is in celebration of the brand new Bible study released this week from The Daily Grace Co, Rest: From E...
Sep 13, 2022•25 min•Ep. 192
Welcome to our 5-episode mini series called Quiet Time Tips. This is the third episode in this series where we’ll talk about how to read Scripture well. Want to get the free “How to Study the Bible” PDF mentioned in this episode? Sign up for Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and you’ll have access to this and many other free resources related to the podcast! Time Stamps: 1:09 - What you should look for in the text when you read your Bible 2:37 - Let’s read Philippians 4 together - a real time examp...
Sep 08, 2022•19 min•Ep. 191
Come chat with Shelby and Jen Oshman and they discuss five empty promises of our culture: beauty and body image, abortion, gender fluidity, sexual encounters, and marriage and motherhood. Jen opens up about how she’s seen these empty promises cause pain to women countless times over her two decades of disciplining young women. She also shares how we can live a God-centered life in a culture that is constantly telling us we should be the center of our own lives. This is a thought provoking conver...
Sep 06, 2022•35 min•Ep. 190
Welcome to our 5-episode mini series called Quiet Time Tips. This is the second episode on this series where we’ll talk about the key components of a quiet time. Want to get the free “How to Study the Bible” PDF mentioned in this episode? Sign up for Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and you’ll have access to this and many other free resources related to the podcast! Time Stamps: 1:27 - The most important thing to bring to a quiet time 3:30- Key Component 1: Read 4:20 - Key Component 2: Reflect 6:1...
Sep 01, 2022•14 min•Ep. 189
Maybe you feel far from God, but you’re not sure why. Maybe you are taking steps towards a relationship with God for the first time or steps back towards a relationship with God after a long time away. No matter what your season, we all feel far from God at times. Come chat with us as we talk through the story of the prodigal son and the truths we should remember when we feel far from God. Sign up for the brand new Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every...
Aug 30, 2022•31 min•Ep. 188
Welcome to our 5-episode mini series called Quiet Time Tips. This is the first episode on this series where we’ll talk about practical tips that will help you commit to consistently spending time in God’s Word. Want to get the free “How to Study the Bible” PDF mentioned in this episode? Sign up for Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and you’ll have access to this and many other free resources related to the podcast! Mentioned in this episode: Gospel Transformation Bible Christ-Centered Exposition Co...
Aug 25, 2022•14 min•Ep. 187
Have you ever opened up the Bible and began reading only to end up feeling confused? We get it! The Bible is a huge book that was written a long time ago by people in a culture much different than our own. Thankfully, we have many helpful tools and tips to share that will help you read and understand the Bible on your own! Come chat with us as we walk through our best Bible study tips! Sign up for the brand new Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Sea...
Aug 23, 2022•40 min•Ep. 186
Most of us carry the belief that if we could be in control of the people and circumstances around us then life would be better. This belief leads to us exerting massive amounts of energy into controlling everyone and everything. But, somehow our attempts to control our life usually end up hurting and not helping. Can you relate? Today we chat with author, speaker, and church planter Sharon Hodde Miller about her new book The Cost of Control: Why We Crave It, the Anxiety It Gives Us, and the Real...
Aug 16, 2022•32 min•Ep. 185
Sometimes caring for others can become a crisis in our lives. We can become so consumed with pleasing the people around us that our main function in life becomes to meet the needs and expectations of others. And while this initially seems like a selfless way to live, it is actually often a self-centered way to live. We crave the approval and acceptance of others so much that we will sacrifice anything and everything to get it. People pleasing can easily become an idol. So, how do we recognize wh...
Aug 09, 2022•28 min•Ep. 184
Many women feel constant pressure to be perfect in all areas of their lives. And because of this pressure, we push ourselves to our limits trying to be (or appear) perfect. But, perfectionism is oftentimes rooted in love of self. It is the outworking of the wrongful belief that we can earn our way into God’s good graces. If we want to have a thriving relationship with God, we need to deal with our perfectionism so that He alone is the standard of perfection in our lives. Come chat with us about ...
Aug 01, 2022•30 min•Ep. 183
Have you ever agonized over a big decision? Regretted a past decision? Or wondered if your decisions are even that important if God is sovereign? Today, Krystal talks with Aimee Joseph, author of the new book Demystifying Decision-Making, about the biblical foundation for making well-thought out decisions. Their conversation will give you Bible-based and practical tools you can use when you face difficult decisions. Come chat with us as we talk about demystifying decision-making. Sign up for the...
Jul 26, 2022•35 min•Ep. 182
Join us today as Krystal interviews Ellen Vaughn, the author of the bestselling book "Becoming Elisabeth Elliot". Ellen has studied the life and work of Elisabeth Elliot in order to understand how she remained steadfast in her faith after experiencing immense suffering and loss. We can learn so much from those who have gone before us. Join us today to hear what we can learn from the life of Elisabeth Elliot. Sign up for the brand new Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "...
Jul 19, 2022•40 min•Ep. 181
How would you describe your prayer life? Distracted? Boring? Non-existent? You’re not alone. We know that many of our listeners feel their prayer lives are lackluster. But, it doesn’t have to stay that way! When we have a biblical understanding of prayer and use biblical principles for praying our prayer lives will flourish. Come join us today as we talk about how you can cultivate a passionate prayer life. Sign up for the brand new Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "S...
Jul 12, 2022•35 min•Ep. 180
On today’s episode, we will be chatting with Jenn Jett Barrett. Jenn is a dreamer, a doer and a champion of risk takers. She spends her life unleashing women (and men) to co-labor for the Kingdom by finding clarity, confidence and freedom. She does this through The Well Summit which exists to cultivate environments and experiences for women who sit in the tension of feeling too much and not enough. She lives in Northwest Arkansas and is married to her best friend. I know you will appreciate Jenn...
Jul 05, 2022•50 min•Ep. 179
We love it, we hate it, we need a better way to engage with it…. Today we’re talking about social media. You are going to leave today’s episode with practical wisdom from Scripture that you can apply right away so you can begin to love your relationship with social media. Join Krystal and I as we tackle this tough topic in a biblical and helpful way. Sign up for the brand new Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.” 3:00 - Favorite Things 8:07 - ...
Jun 28, 2022•27 min•Ep. 178
This week, we are joined by Garrett Kell. Garrett is a pastor at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia. He is married to Carrie and together they have six children. Garrett has authored several books including Pure in Heart and the Promises of God. Garrett shares his testimony of God’s faithfulness to draw him to saving faith in Christ. God continually placed people in Garrett’s life to faithfully minister to him and pray for his salvation. Garrett’s story is an incredible testimony to ...
Jun 21, 2022•41 min•Ep. 177
