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550: How to Have a Healthy Relationship With the News as a Christian In this episode, host Rachael interviews Jason Woodruff, the creator of Pour Over News, a resource that provides a Christian perspective on current events. They discuss the importance of being informed without allowing the news to negatively impact our mood and worldview. They emphasize the need for Christians to have a spiritually healthy relationship with the news and to focus on Christ rather than getting caught up in political biases. They also talk about the FREE News Health Checkup tool, which helps individuals assess their relationship with the news and make improvements. The conversation highlights the importance of keeping an eternal perspective, loving enemies, practicing humility, and taking action in response to the news. They also discuss the division that can arise within the body of Christ due to differing opinions on current events and the need for unity and love in these conversations. Subscribe for FREE to The Pour Over News Take the News Health Checkup 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Show Sponsor Partnership Information: For 20% OFF your first order of coffee from Five Lakes Coffee, use code HEARING JESUS at FiveLakes.com To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, election, news, Christian perspective, informed, spiritually healthy, relationship, politics, biases, News Health Checkup, eternal perspective, loving enemies, humility, taking action, division, unity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

549: Spring Bible Study: Miriam: Prepared to Praise SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Miriam In this episode, we continue our devotional Bible study through the Old Testament and focus on the story of Miriam. Miriam was one of the few women in scripture who was called a prophet. We explore her story and how she played a significant role in leading the women of Israel. Rachael encourages listeners to approach difficult scenarios with a posture of praise and reminds listeners that God is a miraculous God who still works miracles today. 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Show Sponsor Partnership Information: For 20% OFF your first order of coffee from Five Lakes Coffee, use code HEARING JESUS at FiveLakes.com To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Moses, Miriam, Old Testament, prophet, Exodus, Israelites, Red Sea, leadership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

548: Spring Bible Study: Zipporah: An Unbelieving Spouse SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Zipporah Zipporah, the wife of Moses, is often overlooked in the Bible. This episode explores her life and the role she played in Moses' journey. It highlights the importance of obedience to God, even in difficult circumstances, and the need to deal with sin in our lives. The episode also touches on the challenges of being married to an unbeliever and the process of sanctification. Overall, it emphasizes the imperfect nature of humans and the reliance on God's grace and redemption. 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Show Sponsor Partnership Information: For 20% OFF your first order of coffee from Five Lakes Coffee, use code HEARING JESUS at FiveLakes.com To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Zipporah, Moses, obedience, sin, sanctification, marriage, unbeliever, grace, redemption, unequally yoked Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

547: Spring Bible Study: Jochebed: The Faith of a Mother SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Jochebed Jochebed, the mother of Moses, is an example of extraordinary faith and obedience. She hid Moses for three months and then placed him in a basket in the Nile, where he was found by Pharaoh's daughter. Jochebed's faith and obedience set the foundation for Moses' leadership and the deliverance of God's people. Her story teaches us the importance of acting in faith, even in the face of fear, and the impact that a mother's faith can have on her children. As mothers, we are called to love God and teach His word diligently to our children. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Jochebed, Moses, faith, obedience, motherhood, God's voice, Old Testament, leadership, deliverance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

546: Spring Bible Study: Shiphrah and Puah: Fearing God Over Man SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Shiprah and Puah In this episode, Rachael explores the story of Shiphrah and Puah, two midwives in the book of Exodus who defied Pharaoh's orders to kill Hebrew baby boys. Despite the risk to their own lives, Shiprah and Puah feared God more than Pharaoh and chose to protect the innocent lives. Their courage and faithfulness to God's commandments serve as an inspiration for believers today. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, abortion, infanticide, Hebrews, midwives, Exodus, Pharaoh, Hebrew, baby boys, fear of God, courage, faithfulness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

545: Spring Bible Study: Potiphar’s Wife: Chasing Pleasure SPRING BIBLE STUDY: WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: Potiphar’s Wife In this episode, Rachael discusses the story of Potiphar's wife and the lessons we can learn from Joseph's character throughout his interactions with her. Potiphar's wife represents a woman who sins for the sake of sinning and lives a life of indulgence. Joseph, on the other hand, demonstrates integrity and resists her advances, even at the risk of losing everything. The story highlights the importance of acting with integrity and the consequences that may come with it. It also emphasizes the faithfulness of God and how He can work through difficult situations. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Dinah, Old Testament, Potiphar's wife, Joseph, character, integrity, temptation, consequences, faithfulness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 standards she faced. She also highlights the importance of understanding the cultural context and the impact of Tamar's choices on the continuation of the family line. The story of Tamar teaches us about grace, redemption, and the power of God to work in the midst of dysfunction. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Dinah, Old Testament, Tamar, redemption, lineage of Christ, double standards, cultural context, grace, dysfunctional family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 of reacting. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Dinah, Old Testament, rape, revenge, justice, consequences, responding, reacting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 importance of marrying believers and the potential long-lasting effects of marrying outside of God's design. It also highlights the need for parents to teach their children about God's plan for marriage and the significance of faith in their lineage. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Esau, marriages, Judith, Basemath, generational consequences, marrying believers, God's design, lineage of faith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 bitterness to consume us. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Rachel, Old Testament, beauty, competition, jealousy, barrenness, bitterness, inner beauty, gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 their transformation. The conversation ends with a prayer for listeners who may be hesitant or skeptical about what God may be calling them to do. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Angie Smith, Bible teacher, author, ministry, faith journey, Compassion International, child sponsorship, perspective, Scripture, transformation, prayer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 lineage of Jesus. We learn about the importance of not comparing ourselves to others and finding value in God's love and redemption. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Leah, Rachel, Old Testament, sisters, competition, God's voice, silent, relationship with God, relationship with others, journaling prompts, Bible study, polygamy, flawed people, marriage, children, love triangle, heartache, sorrow, manipulation, grace, redemption, comparison, inadequacy, honor, surrender Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 us that even in the sometimes overlooked tasks of the day to day, God sees us and values our impact. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Deborah, Genesis, nurse, attendant, teacher, impact, service, recognition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 remains faithful throughout it all. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Rebecca, Old Testament, obedience, deception, manipulation, consequences, faithfulness, trust, God's plan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, Lot's wife, Genesis, Sodom and Gomorrah, disobedience, divided heart, warning, readiness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 are reminded of how the enemy has a counterfeit version of God’s design for our lives. Listen in as Rachael teaches about how sin can have consequences that lasts generations. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 to hold onto the promise of redemption, even after we’ve messed up. Episode Resources: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 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.org Shop: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices