Podcasts about dwell differently

"When we pray, 'your kingdom come, your will be done,' that's the craziest part...that's where we have to come to grips with God's plan."— Paul HastingsToday's Episode: We're so excited to introduce Paul Hastings, whose life's work is telling stories about God's kingdom on the Compelled Podcast. Today, he shares a snippet of a story about what it looks like to seek and follow God's will in our suffering. Listen in to the story of Kathleen and George Lansing, a mom and a dad whose baby son is on death's doorstep. You won't want to miss what God does both in the life of their son and in their own hearts. This month's memory verse: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." —Matthew 6:10 Today's guest: Paul Hastings lives with his wife and four children near Austin, Texas, and attends Redemption Hill Church. He is the host of the Compelled Podcast. His work has been featured by Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk, Christianity Today, World Magazine, American Family Association, and The Gospel Coalition. He is the author of the brand new book, Compelled, a collection of real-life stories about sin, surrender, and the Savior who changes everything.Support Our Show: We love reading your comments! AND they help other people find our show. Please let us know what you think by leaving a review.Links from today's show: Listen to the rest of Kathleen and George's story on Compelled Episode #45 I Gave God My 2-Year-Old Son - Kathleen Lansing.Listen to the Compelled Podcast.Listen to Compelled Episode #3 Abortion Clinic Owner Transformed - Carol EverettRead Paul's book, Compelled. Check out Penelope Judd by Shai Linne.Memorize Psalm 23 with your kids! Get the Dwell Differently Psalm 23 kit.Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"When I think about praying 'your kingdom come,' for me, it's an entire perspective shift. It's like setting yourself up on an entirely different path, because everything (as a human) is about our desires, our prerogative, our checklist, our plans, our strategies—our little kingdom. But when I pray 'your kingdom come,' I'm setting aside those things, I'm submitting it all to God's kingdom. I'm saying, 'No, your kingdom come, today.'"— Vera SchmitzToday's Episode: What does it look like to really live for God's kingdom and in step with his will? Today, Dwell Differently co-founders and sisters Natalie and Vera are talking about just that. They discuss both the desire and the difficulty of walking in God's will. Listen in as they talk through how to submit our wills and our ways to follow God's will and his way.This month's memory verse: “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”  — Matthew 6:10 Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory, Dwell Differently's monthly membership!Support our show: It's really just as simple as leaving us a review!Links from today's show: Check out Penelope Judd by Shai Linne!Memorize Psalm 23 with your kids! Get the Dwell Differently Psalm 23 kit.Looking for a Bible study to do with your teen this summer? Check out Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"We need to be very careful that we're thinking about the will of God biblically...If you think God's will never includes sacrifice or difficult things or hardships, you should really wonder whether or not maybe it's your will that's winning out each time and not God's will for you."— Jason AbbottToday's Episode:  Listen, learn, and laugh along with Natalie and her husband, Jason Abbott. They're talking frankly, deeply, and lightheartedly about the beauty and the glory and the blessings of God's kingdom and his will. Jason makes these deep theological truths accessible with simple explanations and personal examples. You won't want to miss out on this one! This month's memory verse: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." —Matthew 6:10 Today's guest: Dr. Jason Abbott is married to Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently. They have a big family of seven and spend a lot of time running around mid-Missouri together. Jason has been in pastoral ministry for 20+ years in the Evangelical Free Church of America. He's currently the Senior Pastor at Central Church of Jefferson City, Missouri. Support Our Show: We love reading your comments! AND they help other people find our show. Please let us know what you think by leaving a review.Links from today's show: Find out more about Pastor Jason's ministry at Central Church. Listen to Jason's sermon on Matthew 6:10 on the This Is Central Podcast. Sign up for our newsletter and get our FREE Digital Bible Study! Already get our newsletter? Go to this link for your free study!Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"We're going to zoom out and get this big-picture view of this massive, God-sized prayer. And I hope that it would ignite a passion in you—that your vision would be wider, that you desires would be deeper, that your commitment would be more firm, and that you would pray with a renewed passion God's big kingdom prayers."— Natalie AbbottToday's episode:  What is God's kingdom like? Listen in today as Dwell co-founder Natalie Abbott walks us through the story of God's kingdom as it's laid out in his book—from creation, to the fall, to redemption, to it's final restoration. She also helps us see our part in that story and how we can live like kingdom people and be kingdom bringers in our everyday lives. This month's memory verse: “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”  — Matthew 6:10 Memorize with us: The Dwell Differently monthly membership is the easy button for Scripture memory. Join us today!Support Our Show: We love hearing what you think and it helps other people find our show. Links from today's show: Check out Penelope Judd by Shai Linne!Memorize Psalm 23 with your kids! Get the Dwell Differently Psalm 23 kit.Check out Natalie and Vera's new teen Bible study, Dwell on These Things. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"This is the God who gave his life for me. This is the God who has bigger dreams for me and better things for me than I would plan for myself. Will I willingly rejoice in his hand over the comings and goings of my life and be at peace with that?"— Kelly NeedhamToday's Episode: We're all tempted to be the boss of our own lives, to be the one watching over ourselves and everybody else. On today's episode, Natalie chats with Bible teacher Kelly Needham about the fear, exhaustion, and folly of trying to control our own lives and the safety, freedom, and goodness that comes from entrusting our lives to God instead. This month's memory verse: "The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore." — Psalm 121:8  Today's guest: Kelly Needham hopes to convince as many people as possible that nothing compares to knowing Jesus. She is the author of Friendish and Purposefooled and cohost of the Cleary podcast, along with her husband, Jimmy. Kelly and Jimmy have five children and live in the Dallas, Texas area.Support Our Show: We love reading your comments! AND they help other people find our show. Please let us know what you think by leaving a review.Links from today's show: Find out more about Kelly at KellyNeedham.com or get your hands on her book at Sign up for our newsletter and get our FREE Digital Bible Study! Already get our newsletter? Go to this link for your free study!Read The Pour Over for unbiased news from a Christian perspective. It's FREE!Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"It's the coming and the going, it's the right now and the forever, it's this all-encompassing idea of God's watchful, beautiful care of the entirety of our lives...And what if I really, really did believe that instead of hiding from those things or maybe relying on my own control over those things?"— Natalie AbbottToday's Episode: Today Natalie and Vera are tackling two simple questions that are really hard to live out: "Do you really live like God is watching over you?" and "Do you really live like God is watching over your people?" The hope is that you would hear where they are succeeding and where they aren't and consider your own life and how you can entrust yourself and your people more to the Lord. This month's memory verse: “The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.” — Psalm 121:8 Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory, Dwell Differently's monthly membership!Support our show: It's really just as simple as leaving us a review!Links from today's show: Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Get your first month FREE with the code: PODCAST.Want to do a Scripture memory Bible study? Check it out here! Or get the teen version. Want more encouragement? Sign up for our emails!Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"If we can look back on our lives and see how [God] has protected, provided, and cared for us in past, then we can trust that he's going to do that in future...forevermore!'" — Whitney NewbyToday's Episode:  Today we're diving into Psalm 121 with Author, Whitney Newby, who wrote a beautiful devotional book based just on that Psalm. Whitney shares stories of how God always keeps us, sustains us, and provides for us through all of life's ups and downs. She encourages us to rely on the promises of God found in Psalm 121 through every season of life, even (and especially) during the most difficult times. This month's memory verse: "The LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore." — Psalm 121:8Today's guest:  Whitney Newby is a writer, artist, and the founder of Brighter Day Press, a ministry that creates literature-rich, gospel-centered resources for family discipleship. She has a Bible degree from Moody Bible Institute and is a registered nurse. Whitney makes her home in South Carolina, with her husband and four children.Support Our Show: We love reading your comments! AND they help other people find our show. Please let us know what you think by leaving a review.Links from today's show: Find out more about Whitney at BrighterDayPress.com.Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Get your first month FREE with the code: PODCAST.Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently.Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Jennie Allen welcomes her sister Brooke Warnock to talk about one of the most life-giving tools they've ever used: the Life Plan process. Brooke is a trained Life Plan facilitator who helps people discover their “sweet spot”—that unique combination of gifts, passions, and purpose that God has placed in each of us. They discuss how this process has brought both of them massive clarity for decision-making, purpose, and direction. Whether you're a stay-at-home mom, a business leader, or in a new season of life, this conversation will give you hope and practical encouragement to take ownership of your calling. Join the Dwell Differently membership and receive monthly tools like temporary tattoos, stickers, and lock screens to help you hide God's Word in your heart. Use code MADEFORTHIS at dwelldifferently.com for your first month free! HELPFUL LINKS Save $500 when you schedule a Life Plan with Brooke and mention Made For This. Help the kids in your life navigate big emotions and anxious thoughts with Jennie's new picture book What to Do With Your Whirly Swirly Thoughts. Available everywhere books are sold! CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Pinterest

"Our God is never caught off guard. He's never surprised. He's always watching over you."— Natalie AbbottToday's episode:  How might your life look different if you really believed that God himself watches over you? Today Natalie Abbott encourages us that he does, showing us in Psalm 121 how he helps us, protects us and keeps us close forever. This month's memory verse: "The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore." — Psalm 121:8 Memorize with us: The Dwell Differently monthly membership is the easy button for Scripture memory. Join us today!Support Our Show: We love hearing what you think and it helps other people find our show. Links from today's show: Get your first month free of a Dwell Differently membership with the code: PODCAST.Check out Natalie and Vera's new teen Bible study, Dwell on These Things. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

When life hurts, when the pressure is relentless, and when joy feels out of reach—what do you do? In today's conversation, Jennie sits down with pastor, teacher, and author Chip Ingram to talk about what it really means to choose joy in the middle of pain, disappointment, and uncertainty. Chip shares his powerful personal story of chronic pain, loss, and the slow journey back to joy through Philippians 1. You'll walk away with a fresh perspective and four practical questions you can start asking right now to reset your focus, reframe your circumstances, and experience the kind of joy that doesn't depend on everything going right. What if you could memorize one Bible verse a month—without overthinking it? That's exactly what Dwell Differently helps you do! Use code MADEFORTHIS to get your first month free at dwelldifferently.com! HELPFUL LINKS Chip's brand-new book, I Choose Joy, releases June 3rd and is available wherever books are sold. — ⁠Order here!⁠ Jennie's newest kids book is NOW AVAILABLE! CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Pinterest

"Something that I think a lot of us miss is this: In our lives, our love has become transactional. Our love has become very much 'if you do for me, then I'll do for you.' But that's not sacrificial love. That's not the love of Christ."— Jon NelsonToday's Episode: Natalie is talking with Pastor Jon Nelson about loving people outright—not because they've done something to earn it, or because they're easy to love, but because we have been undeservedly loved by Jesus. They discuss the challenges of laying down our prerogatives and our schedules and our stuff to love other people. You'll hear Jon share the profound words of a dying friend, talk about the concept of selflessness and deference, and you'll find out what it means to love someone even when they're "tore up from floor up." Be ready to learn, to be challenged, and to laugh.This month's memory verse: “This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.” — 1 John 3:16 Today's guest: Pastor Jon C. Nelson is a native of Kansas City. He is the founder and Lead pastor of Soma Community Church, a multi-ethnic, multi-generational church in Jefferson City, MO. He is a graduate from Midwestern Baptist Theological College, where he holds a degree in Biblical Studies and Pastoral Leadership. He is a bold leader and passionate communicator deeply dedicated to the Great Commission of Christ, the equipping of disciples, and the spread of the Gospel across the nation and around the world. Jon has been married to his wife, Heather, since 2004.  His greatest joy outside of Jesus is being married to his wife and being a father to their four children.Support Our Show: We love reading your comments! AND they help other people find our show. Please let us know what you think by leaving a review.Links from today's show: Find out more about Jon or listen to his sermons at SomaJC.org.Sign up for our newsletter and get our FREE Digital Bible Study! Already get our newsletter? Go to this link for your free study!Read The Pour Over for unbiased news from a Christian perspective. It's FREE!Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"Sometimes it just comes down to 'being inconvenienced' and just being there for people."— Vera SchmitzToday's Episode: Natalie and Vera are talking about the barriers that keep us from loving people well. Maybe it's time or money or busyness or distance... Whatever it is for you right now, this episode will challenge you to take the next small step to remove the barrier the keeps you from being there for someone. Maybe it's a simple as buying stamps so you you can send them a note. This month's memory verse:  “This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.” — 1 John 3:16 Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory, Dwell Differently's monthly kit!Support our show: It's really just as simple as leaving us a review!Links from today's show: Sign up for our newsletter and get our FREE Digital Bible Study! Already get our newsletter? Go to this link for your free study!Want to do a Scripture memory Bible study? Check it out here! Or get the teen version. Want more encouragement? Sign up for our emails!Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"God gets into the specifics of what's going on in our hearts and says, 'this is what's keeping you from fully walking in my love.'" — Jada EdwardsToday's Episode:  What's hindering your relationship with God? In today's episode, Jada Edwards encourages us to ask God to tell us. She challenges us to ask God to reveal those barriers and to heal whatever shame, pain, sin, or trauma we're holding onto. The hope is that we would grow closer to God, experience more of his love, and in turn love others more deeply and freely. Jada helps us see from her own life and example how this is possible when we ask God to show us our hearts.   This month's memory verse: “This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.” — 1 John 3:16 Today's guest:  Jada Edwards is an author, speaker, Bible teacher, and mentor. Studying and teaching the Bible to women is one of her greatest passions, along with discipleship and living on mission. While she is a lively and sought-after speaker, the local church is her home. She and her husband, Conway, planted One Community Church in Plano, TX, where she leads a regular women's Bible study and serves on the teaching team and as the Creative Services Director. Jada enjoys spending time with Conway and their two children, Joah and Chloe, particularly around the dinner table. Her new book, A New Way to Love Your Neighbor, will be available nationwide on April 22, 2025. Support Our Show: We love reading your comments! AND they help other people find our show. Please let us know what you think by leaving a review.Links from today's show: Find out more about Jada at JadaEdwards.org.Get a FREE digital Bible study of this month's verse!Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

In this conversation, we are rambling about the weather, sports and Jesus.  We share how we were personally affected by last week's storms including the damage at Union University and an update on Baby Brownie.  We also talk about March Madness including the coaches and players we love and what we are learning from them.  We wrap it all up with encouragement straight from scripture.  We love y'all and love having these conversations with you each week!  Follow Ryan Hall on youtube for severe weather updates Do you have a bag packed in case of emergency?  What's in your bag? Duracell portable battery charger  Listen to the latest Union podcast with Jazzy's testimony here  Learn more about Dwell Differently for scripture memorization Proverbs 16:24: "Kind words are like honey— sweet to the soul and healthy for the body." We LOVE connecting with you!  Join our Facebook group • Follow us on Instagram &  TikTok   

"You don't have to wait anymore. Your home is here, and he's welcoming you in. Always. If you've never been, or if you've been wandering a while, the door is open. The door is always open. His arms are always open. Always." — Natalie AbbottToday's episode:  Are you walking in the love of Jesus? Like really, really? Are you grounded in the full and beautiful, biblical definition of that love? And are you loving others in the same way? These are the questions Natalie Abbott is discussing on today's episode about the love of God for us in Jesus. You won't want to miss it. And you may just want to share it with a friend who needs to hear it too!This month's memory verse:  "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.” — 1 John 3:16 Memorize with us: The Dwell Differently monthly membership is the easy button for Scripture memory. Join us today!Support Our Show: We love hearing what you think and it helps other people find our show. Links from today's show: Check out our EASTER SALE! Get your free digital Bible study to go along with this month's verse! Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"Christ abiding in us and us abiding in Christ is simultaneously something incredibly mysterious and something incredibly ordinary." — Courtney DoctorToday's episode: Listen in as Courtney Doctor elaborates on the profound mystery of Christ dwelling in us...right alongside the ordinary reality of us spending regular time in his Word. She helps us understand the practical application of this verse, the difference between abiding and striving, and what it looks like to have fruitful lives.   This month's memory verse: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5  Today's guest: Courtney Doctor received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary and currently serves as the Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She is a Bible teacher and author of , From Garden to Glory as well as several Bible studies including Titus: Displaying the Gospel of Grace, In View of God's Mercies, and Behold and Believe. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, five beautiful grandchildren, and a goofy dog named Walter.Support our show: Leave us a comment and a rating!Links from today's show: Check out our EASTER SALE! Find out more about Courtney!  Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"Yet there is someone, Jesus, who is offering abundant life and everything you could ever need. Come and drink and be satisfied. He is offering himself as life and power and peace. All you need to do is rest and abide in him."— Vera SchmitzToday's Episode: What does it look like to live a fruitful life? How do we go from feeling all used up and empty to finding joy and peace and energy? That's what sisters, Vera and Natalie are talking about on today's episode. They talk about the pitfalls of trying to do things on our own, the beauty of abundance in Jesus, and even the pain of being pruned by hard situations. We hope you're encouraged by this practical and helpful conversation.   This month's memory verse: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5 Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory, Dwell Differently's monthly kit!Support our show: It's really just as simple as leaving us a review!Links from today's show: Check out our EASTER SALE! Want to do a Scripture memory Bible study? Check it out here! Or get the teen version. Memorize 11 verses to help you overcome negative thinking in the Dwell Differently book.Want more encouragement? Sign up for our emails!Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

We have lots of fun rambling for y'all this week!  This is one of those conversations that will make you laugh and smile, plus Fran has a sweet update from her Union University GO Trip to Clarkston, Georgia. We also recap Gather 2025 and Angela shares her new favorite way to memorize scripture with Dwell Differently.  As Fran reminds us, "To be a true disciple of Christ in unhurried culture, it will cost you something."  Jesus is worth it all!   We sure do love y'all and hope this episode encourages each of you!  Learn more about Union University GO trips  Learn more about Gather 2025  Learn more about Dwell Differently  Proverbs 16:24: "Kind words are like honey— sweet to the soul and healthy for the body." We LOVE connecting with you in our Facebook group, on Instagram & TikTok   

Welcome back, amazing explorers! Today, we're diving into one of the most jaw-dropping stories in the Bible – the story of Lazarus in John chapter 11! Have you ever wondered what it really means to believe in life after death? Well, buckle up, because we're taking a trip back to ancient Bethany, where something absolutely unbelievable happens!Picture this: Lazarus is gone. His sisters, Mary and Martha, are heartbroken. But then – Jesus steps in. And what happens next? A miracle so big it changes EVERYTHING! We'll follow Mary and Martha's emotional rollercoaster – from their deep sadness to their incredible faith. We'll hear about the moment when Jesus, feeling all the sorrow around him, does something surprising… he cries. And then – the moment no one saw coming – Lazarus…well you'll see.But of course, the Pharisees are NOT happy about this miracle. Their reaction sets the stage for even bigger things to come. Let's jump in!After you listen, head over to ⁠readkaleidoscope.com⁠ and check out the podcast tab to submit your answers for a chance to win fantastic prizes! So gather around, young explorers, and let's make learning about the early church—an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and rewards!Podcast Questions:What did Mary and Martha rush to tell Jesus?How long had Lazarus been dead when Jesus arrived?What happened when Jesus called out to Lazarus?Remember, you can submit your answers here, for a chance to win a prize! And if you would like to submit a Christmas Question for the podcast, you can email it to hello@readkaleidoscope.comRecommended Resources⁠Kaleidoscope + Yoto⁠Living Water: The Gospel of JohnFollow us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠Thanks to our SponsorThis episode was made possible in part by Dwell Differently. Sign up for a monthly membership, which includes a keychain, stickers and more to help you memorize a new scripture every month! Visit dwelldifferntly.com and use promo code Kaleidoscope and get your first month free + an additional discount off an annual membership. Editing and support by ⁠The Good Podcast Co.

"What a miracle that he loves me the way he does, and that I get to love him back. It's just incredible." — Jeannie CunnionToday's Episode:  What happens when you ask God for more...of himself? He gives it! And it is good and vulnerable and beautiful. Want to hear more about it? Listen in to today's conversation with Jeannie Cunnion about her right-now, daily experience of Jesus. You'll be inspired and encouraged to ask God for more of himself too!   This month's memory verse: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5  Today's guest: Jeannie Cunnion is a bestselling author and speaker whose most recent books and Bible studies include Closer to God, Mom Set Free, Don't Miss Out, and Never Alone. Her work has been featured on outlets such as the TODAY show, Fox News, CBN, and a host of popular podcasts. Jeannie holds a master's degree in social work, and she is the co-founder of The 509 Foundation. She and her husband, Mike, live in Greenwich, Connecticut, with their five boys. Connect with Jeannie at JeannieCunnion.com.Support Our Show: We love reading your comments! AND they help other people find our show. Please let us know what you think by leaving a review.Links from today's show: Find out more about Jeannie at JeannieCunnion.com.Read The Pour Over for unbiased news from a Christian perspective. It's FREE!Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

What if recognizing a familiar voice was the key to knowing where you truly belong? In today's adventure through John 10, we step into one of Jesus' most powerful stories—the tale of the Good Shepherd. Imagine a shepherd who knows every single one of his sheep by name, guiding them, protecting them, and calling them home. That's the picture Jesus paints of Himself! But not everyone was ready to listen.We'll uncover what Jesus meant when He said He's the door (wait, a door? Yep!), and why that was such a big deal to the rule-following Pharisees. Plus, we'll explore how belonging to God isn't something we earn—it's a gift wrapped in love and grace!So, whether this story is brand new to you or you've heard it before, get ready to see it in a whole new light. Because the Good Shepherd is calling—and His voice is one you won't want to miss!After you listen, head over to ⁠readkaleidoscope.com⁠ and check out the podcast tab to submit your answers for a chance to win fantastic prizes! So gather around, young explorers, and let's make learning about the early church—an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and rewards!Podcast Questions:What scary animal does Jesus say might try to attack the sheepWhy does Jesus say the sheep follow him?What group of people were question Jesus when He said He was the door of the sheep?Remember, you can submit your answers here, for a chance to win a prize! And if you would like to submit a Christmas Question for the podcast, you can email it to hello@readkaleidoscope.comRecommended Resources⁠Kaleidoscope + Yoto⁠Living Water: The Gospel of JohnFollow us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠Thanks to our SponsorThis episode was made possible in part by Dwell Differently. Sign up for a monthly membership, which includes a keychain, stickers and more to help you memorize a new scripture every month! Visit dwelldifferntly.com and use promo code Kaleidoscope and get your first month free + an additional discount off an annual membership. Editing and support by ⁠The Good Podcast Co.

Something is happening across the world. Revival is breaking outl, God is moving, and we have a choice: lean in or miss it. In this episode, we are sharing Jennie's message from Gather. As she reflects on her own experiences witnessing the glory of God, she issues a challenge to all of us: Will we choose awe or cynicism? Will we trade comfort for surrender? Will we confess the things holding us back and truly step into the freedom God has for us? This episode is raw, unfiltered, and urgent. Jennie shares her vivid dream that started Gather 25 and why she believes the church must wake up. The storm of revival is coming—will you be part of it, or will it pass you by? Or will we be so distracted by our comforts, our cynicism, and our self-made plans that we miss it? This is a call to action. Confess, repent, and let God move in your life. Revival isn't coming—it's already here. Will you be part of it? Press play, lean in, and let's go. We love our friends at Dwell Differently who make scripture memory easier! Sign up for a year-long membership and commit to remembering Scripture with me. Go to dwelldifferently.com to get started. Use the code MADEFORTHIS to get your first month free + an additional discount off of an annual membership and start memorizing with us today! HELPFUL LINKS • Replay Gather25 at  live.gather25.com CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Even though the Holy Spirit is in us...we can grieve him. We can ignore him. We can go our own way. We can be in sin. We can not listen to the one who is guiding us. We can not choose to follow him." — Natalie AbbottToday's episode:  Today Natalie Abbott is talking very practically about what it means to remain in Jesus and for him to remain in us. She answers how it is that Jesus is in us—whether his presence in us is experiential, emotional, symbolic or something more. She also unpacks the two specific ways that believers are to remain in Jesus. Finally, she encourages believers to share the abundant life we receive from Jesus with our friends. This month's memory verse: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5Memorize with us: The Dwell Differently monthly membership is the easy button for Scripture memory. Join us today!Support Our Show: We love hearing what you think and it helps other people find our show. Links from today's show: Check out Natalie and Vera's new teen Bible study, Dwell on These Things. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Read more about the mutual indwelling of the Father, Son and Spirit here.Read Galatians 5 for more on what it looks like to walk in step with the Holy Spirit.Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Hey, friends! Imagine living in complete darkness—never seeing colors, the sky, or even your family's faces. That was reality for one man—until he met Jesus! People believed blindness was a punishment, but Jesus had a totally different plan. With mud, water, and divine power, he gave the man sight! But not everyone was happy. The Pharisees were upset—Jesus had healed on the Sabbath! Sometimes, people get so caught up in rules that they miss the bigger picture. Jesus came to show us something even greater than physical sight—he came to bring spiritual sight, helping us see the truth about who He is.So, get ready, explorers, because today's adventure is all about miracles, courage, and discovering what it really means to see!

"Shame is an identity statement. It's saying not that I did something bad, but I am bad...And for the believer, that identity claim of shame does not stick. It's not true. By believing Jesus was who he said he was and did what he said he did, that means your identity is a child of God. Full stop." — Daniel WendtToday's Episode: Natalie is chatting about compassion with her good friend and christian counselor, Daniel Wendt. Daniel shares his own story of grappling with God's goodness and compassion through a life-altering season in his early adulthood. He helps us see how the compassion and forgiveness of God are available to all of us even (and especially) when we mess up and get caught in a cycle of shame. Finally, he unpacks the difference between offering compassion and forgiveness to those who hurt us and fully reconciling with them. It's a super helpful episode, one you won't want to miss!   This month's memory verse: "Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." — Lamentations 3:22-23Today's guest: Daniel Wendt is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Harrisburg Pennsylvania, helping individuals, couples, and families through his private practice. Additionally, he provides Faith-Integrated Life Coaching virtually for those residing outside of the state. Please reach out to danielwendtinfo@gmail.com if you would like to connect with him. Daniel and his wife Samantha have two children and enjoy camping, hiking, and stressing out together while watching the Philadelphia Eagles play. Support Our Show: We love reading your comments! AND they help other people find our show. Please let us know what you think by leaving a review. Links from today's show: Looking for a counselor or life coach? Find out more about pursuing therapy with Daniel if you live in Pennsylvania at danielwendtmft.com. Outside of PA, visit danielwendtcoaching.com for Faith-Integrated Life Coaching. Read The Pour Over for unbiased news from a Christian perspective. It's FREE!Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Hey, curious minds! Have you ever thought about how one simple question could change everything? Well, today, we're diving into an incredible story from John 8 where Jesus is faced with a tricky situation—but instead of reacting with anger, He responds with wisdom, love, and a question that leaves everyone speechless!Picture this: The scribes and Pharisees drag a woman before Jesus, demanding that she be punished. They think they've set the perfect trap for Him. But Jesus? He turns the whole situation upside down with just a few powerful words. But that's not all! Jesus then makes a big statement—He calls Himself the Light of the World! What does that mean? And why does it spark such a heated debate with the Pharisees? They have so many questions about who He is, His connection to God, and even an Old Testament character! And guess what? The answers will change the way we see everything!So, grab your thinking caps and open your hearts as we unpack this mind-blowing moment in Jesus' life. Get ready to explore grace, forgiveness, and the power of seeing things in a whole new light. Are you ready? Let's go!After you listen, head over to⁠readkaleidoscope.com⁠ and check out the podcast tab to submit your answers for a chance to win fantastic prizes! So gather around, young explorers, and let's make learning about the early church—an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and rewards!Podcast Questions: Fill in the blanks: Jesus said that only someone ___ ___ should cast stones at others. Fill in the blank: Whoever follows Jesus will never walk in ____ . What old testament character appeared in this chapter?Remember, you can submit your answers here, for a chance to win a prize! And if you would like to submit a Christmas Question for the podcast, you can email it to hello@readkaleidoscope.comRecommended Resources ⁠Kaleidoscope + Yoto⁠ Living Water: The Gospel of John Follow us:⁠Instagram⁠ |⁠Facebook⁠Thanks to our SponsorThis episode was made possible in part by Dwell Differently. Sign up for a monthly membership, which includes a keychain, stickers and more to help you memorize a new scripture every month! Visit dwelldifferntly.com and use promo code Kaleidoscope and get your first month free + an additional discount off an annual membership. --Editing and support by ⁠The Good Podcast Co.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the constant noise of life? In this episode of Made For This, Jennie sits down with Alex Jones, the founder of the Hallow app, to explore how intentional silence and prayer can change everything. Alex shares his incredible journey—from a season of doubt and secular meditation to a life transformed by contemplative prayer. Learn how a simple 10-minute practice became the catalyst for a deeper, more intimate relationship with God and inspired the creation of an app that's bringing together believers across denominational lines. Don't miss Jonathan Roumie & the Hallow community in prayer at the end. We love our friends at Dwell Differently who make scripture memory easier!Sign up for a year-long membership and commit to remembering Scripture with me. Go to dwelldifferently.com to get started. Use the code MADEFORTHIS to get your first month free + an additional discount off of an annual membership and start memorizing with us today! HELPFUL LINKS Get your tickets to Gather in Dallas at https://www.jennieallen.com/gathertickets Or tune in on Feb 28 and March 1 at live.gather25.com Download the Hallow App today! CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"When we think, 'But I'm too far away from God' or 'You don't understand what I've done or the shame that I carry around with me' or whatever it is... There is nothing so great that it can keep us from the compassion God has for us."— Natalie AbbottToday's Episode: How do we experience God's daily compassion for us? And how do we live it out? Thats what Dwell Differently co-founders and sisters, Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz, are talking about today. You'll hear about God's loyal and limitless compassion and love towards his children, our experience of him, and how we can live like him when we show love and compassion towards others.   This month's memory verse: "Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." — Lamentations 3:22-23Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory, Dwell Differently's monthly kit!Support our show: It's really just as simple as leaving us a review!Links from today's show: Want to do a Scripture memory Bible study? Check out Natalie and Vera's Bible study, Dwell on These Things or the teen version. Memorize 11 essential verses for a strong mind in Natalie and Vera's book, Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thinking with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God's Truth.Dig deeper into this month's verse in our weekly devotionals. Get them sent to your inbox free every Monday!Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Hey there, kiddos! Get ready for an exciting adventure as we dive into John 7 and explore what happened when Jesus showed up at the Feast of Booths! This wasn't just any festival—it was a big celebration where people remembered how God took care of their ancestors in the wilderness. But guess what? While the crowds were busy celebrating, Jesus was facing some serious danger. Some people in Judea wanted to stop him for good! But Jesus kept teaching and sharing incredible truths that left everyone scratching their heads, amazed, and even a little confused. What did Jesus say that made such a big impact? And what's this about “living water”? We'll break it all down so you can see just how powerful Jesus' words were then and why they still matter today!So, grab your listening ears and your imagination, because we're about to uncover how Jesus' message of hope, truth, and God's amazing plan is still flowing like living water to all of us! After you listen, head over to ⁠readkaleidoscope.com⁠ and check out the podcast tab to submit your answers for a chance to win fantastic prizes! So gather around, young explorers, and let's make learning about the early church—an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and rewards!Podcast Questions: What did the disciples celebrate in October? What did people accuse Jesus of having? What is the water that would never leave God's people wanting or thirsty again?Remember, you can submit your answers here, for a chance to win a prize! And if you would like to submit a Christmas Question for the podcast, you can email it to hello@readkaleidoscope.comRecommended Resources ⁠Kaleidoscope + Yoto⁠ Living Water: The Gospel of John Follow us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠Thanks to our SponsorThis episode was made possible in part by Dwell Differently. Sign up for a monthly membership, which includes a keychain, stickers and more to help you memorize a new scripture every month! Visit dwelldifferntly.com and use promo code Kaleidoscope and get your first month free + an additional discount off an annual membership. --Editing and support by ⁠The Good Podcast Co.

"God is just so kind. He's so patient. His heart is for his people. So in the midst of loss and grief—which he himself has experienced—he wants to be near us, even if that means we're beating our fists on his chest."— Phylicia MasonheimerToday's Episode: How do we navigate grief and loss? How do we find comfort and experience peace in difficult seasons? That's what Natalie is discussing with today's guest, Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia tells the story of 2024—one of the hardest years of her life. She walks us through how she dealt with her raw emotions, how she relied on Scripture and prayer for help and healing, and how she experienced God's compassion through visible expressions of his grace to her and her family. It's such a beautiful and compelling story. May it encourage your heart.    This month's memory verse: "Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." — Lamentations 3:22-23 Today's guest: Phylicia Masonheimer is founder of Every Woman a Theologian, an online ministry teaching Christians how to know what they believe, live it boldly, and communicate it graciously. She is an author, blogger and host of the chart-topping podcast, Verity with Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia and her husband Josh live in Petoskey, MI with their three children Adeline, Geneva, and Ivan.Support Our Show: Leave a review to encourage us and help other people find our show.Links from today's show: Find out more about Phylicia's ministry, Every Woman a Theologian.Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

In today's episode, Natalie and I are going to talk about how the business idea developed out of something her sister did as she competed in the Olympic Trials, why recording in your clothes closet is a great place to start—but probably not stay long-term, and how their unique format has evolved to better serve their audience.Listen to Dwell DifferentlyLinks mentioned in this episode:Dwell Differently websiteDwell Differently on InstagramDwell Differently YouTube channelDwell Differently by Natalie Abbott and Vera SchmitzDwell on These Things - Bible Study by Natalie Abbott and Vera SchmitzDwell on These Things - Teen Girls' Bible Study by Natalie Abbott and Vera SchmitzLC's Bar-B-QSocial Media:YouTubeInstagramLinkedInFacebookMentioned in this episode:Learn more about podcast editing with sonimorphicPodcast Editing

"Somehow, God is still compassionate, God is still in love with his people, and he's still the rescuer, even when they are the ones who have turned away and have run after other things, and they have not listened and repented. So from that deep place of sadness and of judgement...to have a verse like this sprout out of it, is just absolutely beautiful."— Natalie AbbottToday's episode:  Natalie gives new insight on an often familiar verse about seeking the Lord when we're going through hard times. We know that God helps us through all sorts of messes in our lives. But what about when we're the ones making the mess? Natalie helps us see how God's compassion never fails us, even then. In this episode, you'll understand more about what it means to lament and to trust God's great love and compassion to pull you though.This month's memory verse: "Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." — Lamentations 3:22-23Memorize with us: The Dwell Differently monthly membership is the easy button for Scripture memory. Join us today!Support Our Show: We love hearing what you think and it helps other people find our show. Links from today's show: Check out Natalie and Vera's new teen Bible study, Dwell on These Things. Read The Pour Over for unbiased news from a Christian perspective. It's FREE!Check out our beautiful bracelets. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Hey, what if the most mind-blowing miracle you've ever seen ended up sparking way more drama than you'd ever expect? Well, buckle up, because today we're heading back to the streets of Jerusalem, where Jesus did something incredible at the pool of Bethsaida.  But here's where it gets wild. Instead of everyone jumping for joy, celebrating this crazy moment, people get…mad. In today's episode, we're exploring John Chapter 5 and more of Jesus' miracles! So, join us for this wild ride through history as we uncover the power of Jesus, the tension of tradition, and how sometimes the truth can be the hardest thing to recognize—even when it's right there! After you listen, head over to ⁠readkaleidoscope.com⁠ and check out the podcast tab to submit your answers for a chance to win fantastic prizes! So gather around, young explorers, and let's make learning about the early church—an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and rewards! Podcast Questions: What was the pool of water in Jerusalem called? What happened when Jesus told the man to get up and walk? What person from the Old Testament did Jesus mention in this chapter? Remember, you can submit your answers here, for a chance to win a prize! And if you would like to submit a Christmas Question for the podcast, you can email it to hello@readkaleidoscope.com Recommended Resources ⁠Kaleidoscope + Yoto⁠ Living Water: The Gospel of John Follow us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ Thanks to our Sponsor This episode was made possible in part by Dwell Differently. Sign up for a monthly membership, which includes a keychain, stickers and more to help you memorize a new scripture every month! Visit dwelldifferntly.com and use promo code Kaleidoscope and get your first month free + an additional discount off an annual membership.  -- Editing and support by ⁠The Good Podcast Co.

"Are tattoos wrong? Or rather, aren't tattoos wrong? We're going to look at the Bible and what it says about tattoos."— Natalie AbbottToday's episode: Listen in as Natalie answers our three most asked questions. Find out the value and purpose of memorizing just one Bible verse each month. Learn about the different Bible translations and why Dwell Differently uses the version they do. And finally, find out what the Bible says about tattoos.    This month's memory verse: “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” — Phil 3:14Memorize with us: Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory and memorize this month's verse with the Dwell Differently monthly membership!Support Our Show: Leaving us a review is the best way to encourage us and help other people find our show. Links from today's show: Read this article from the Gospel Coalition to find out more about Bible translations. Check out Natalie and Vera's new teen Bible study, Dwell on These Things. Check out The Pour Over, Natalie and Vera's go-to source for concise, unbiased news from a Christian perspective.Check out our beautiful new bracelets. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

What if God's love wasn't earned by following rules, but freely given? Join us in John 4 as we explore the shocking encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman, where not even things that were most frowned upon could stop the compassion and love of Jesus. We will hear how Jesus offers "living water," to all who believe. This transformative conversation showcases Jesus' focus on those who feel undeserving of love and redemption — inviting people from all walks of life to be a part of God's family. From the cultural tensions between Jews and Samaritans to the invitation to accept Jesus' living water, this story highlights the transformative nature of Jesus' love — a love that is offered to all.  After you listen, head over to ⁠readkaleidoscope.com⁠ and check out the podcast tab to submit your answers for a chance to win fantastic prizes! So gather around, young explorers, and let's make learning about the early church—an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and rewards! Podcast Questions: Where did Jesus meet the Samaritan woman? Fill in the blank: At the well, Jesus told the Samaritan woman that he was the ____. What did the woman at the well do when Jesus told her he was the messiah? Remember, you can submit your answers here, for a chance to win a prize! And if you would like to submit a Christmas Question for the podcast, you can email it to hello@readkaleidoscope.com Recommended Resources ⁠Kaleidoscope + Yoto⁠ Living Water: The Gospel of John Follow us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ Thanks to our Sponsor This episode was made possible in part by Dwell Differently. Sign up for a monthly membership, which includes a keychain, stickers and more to help you memorize a new scripture every month! Visit dwelldifferntly.com and use promo code Kaleidoscope and get your first month free + an additional discount off an annual membership.  Editing and support by ⁠The Good Podcast Co.

"Sometimes we think, 'when I get to heaven someday, then I'll get to meet Jesus, and it's going go be this glorious introduction.' No the reality is that it should be a glorious reunion because we walk with him so much now...that when we get to heaven someday, it'll be like we're embraced by the one we've known our whole life." Today's Episode: Want to know more about heaven? Listen in to one of Natalie's favorite conversations. She's talking about heaven with Jennifer Rothschild, who just released HEAVEN: When Faith Becomes Sight. Find out about what Jennifer had to un-learn about heaven. Discover more about what heaven is like, how we get there, why it matters now, and how heaven is like Neapolitan ice cream. It's such an encouraging conversation, one that will impact not only your tomorrow, but your right now.  This month's memory verse: “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” — Phil 3:14 Today's guest: Jennifer Rothschild is known for her substance and down-to-earth teaching style and has shared her inspiring messages to audiences across the country. She is host of the 4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild and the author of numerous books and Bible studies. She has been blind since age fifteen and says the greatest lesson she's learned in the dark is that it doesn't have to be well with your circumstances to be well with your soul. Her newest Bible study book, HEAVEN: When Faith Becomes Sight is available wherever books are sold. Support Our Show: Leave a review to encourage us and help other people find our show.Links from today's show: Go deeper in your study of Heaven in Jennefer's new Bible study, HEAVEN: When Faith Becomes Sight. Memorize and meditate on God's Word in 2025 with a Dwell Differently membership. Sign up in January to get all of the 2025 verses!Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Imagine sneaking out under the cover of night to talk to Jesus. That's exactly what Nicodemus, a curious Pharisee, did! His conversation with Jesus would change his perspective forever. Jesus' message of being “reborn” was a radical way of thinking about salvation and highlights how miraculous salvation really is!  In John 3, we also get to hear more from John the Baptist, whose role in heralding the arrival of Jesus is nothing short of inspiring! Through John's eyes, we see the excitement of generations who longed for the Messiah's presence and the fulfillment of that promise.  After you listen, head over to ⁠readkaleidoscope.com⁠ and check out the podcast tab to submit your answers for a chance to win fantastic prizes! So gather around, young explorers, and let's make learning about the early church—an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and rewards! Podcast Questions: At what time of day did Nicodemus come to meet Jesus? Fill in the blank: In order to enter the kingdom of God you must be____. True or False? John the Baptist was jealous of Jesus' baptizing. Remember, you can submit your answers here, for a chance to win a prize! And if you would like to submit a Christmas Question for the podcast, you can email it to hello@readkaleidoscope.com Recommended Resources ⁠Kaleidoscope + Yoto⁠ Living Water: The Gospel of John Follow us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ Thanks to our Sponsor This episode was made possible in part by Dwell Differently. Sign up for a monthly membership, which includes a keychain, stickers and more to help you memorize a new scripture every month! Visit dwelldifferntly.com and use promo code Kaleidoscope and get your first month free + an additional discount off an annual membership.  –– Editing and support by ⁠The Good Podcast Co.

"What if Jesus doesn't want anything from you? What if instead, he just wants to be closer to you?"— Natalie AbbottToday's Episode: What does it look like when Jesus is your life goal? How do we live that out? That's what sisters and Dwell Differently Co-founders Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz are talking about on today's episode. Listen in as they share how they've worked to set small goals and create habits to make Jesus the ultimate goal in their lives. This month's memory verse: “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” — Phil 3:14Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory, Dwell Differently's monthly kit!Support our show: It's really just as simple as leaving a review!Links from today's show: Check out The Pour Over, Natalie and Vera's go-to source for concise, unbiased news from a Christian perspective.Check out Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things: Transform Your Heart and Mind by Memorizing God's Word. Find out more about Jeannie Cunnion's and her book, Closer to God.Memorize 11 new verses in Natalie and Vera's book, Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thinking with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God's Truth.Dig deeper into this month's verse in our weekly devotionals. Get them sent to your inbox free every Monday!Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Join us as we explore John 2 and the miraculous story of Jesus at the wedding in Cana. We start with Jesus turning water into wine, an act that was not just a simple miracle but a profound symbol for a community that had long awaited salvation. We also journey with Jesus and his disciples to Jerusalem for Passover, where we witness his passionate response to the merchants who turned the sacred temple into a marketplace. This chapter teaches a number of important things about who Jesus was and how he was rescuing his people in very unexpected ways. By exploring these stories, we get a picture of the essence of Jesus' mission to win hearts back from evil and establish a kingdom of joy and redemption. After you listen, head over to ⁠readkaleidoscope.com⁠ and check out the podcast tab to submit your answers for a chance to win fantastic prizes! So gather around, young explorers, and let's make learning about the early church—an unforgettable adventure packed with fun and rewards! Podcast Questions: In the Old Testament, what was wine a sign of? What did Jesus do when he saw the merchants trying to make money at Passover? What was Jesus referring to when he talked about the temple being destroyed? Remember, you can submit your answers here, for a chance to win a prize! And if you would like to submit a Christmas Question for the podcast, you can email it to hello@readkaleidoscope.com Recommended Resources ⁠Kaleidoscope + Yoto⁠ Living Water: The Gospel of John Follow us: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ Thanks to our Sponsor This episode was made possible in part by Dwell Differently. Sign up for a monthly membership, which includes a keychain, stickers and more to help you memorize a new scripture every month! Visit dwelldifferntly.com and use promo code Kaleidoscope and get your first month free + an additional discount off an annual membership.  Editing and support by ⁠The Good Podcast Co.

"So these became for me my rule of life: I'm going to do Scripture before phone. I'm going to do at least one communal meal a day. I'm going to turn my phone off for at least one hour each evening. And these were counter-liturgies to the habits I already had." Today's Episode: Listen in as Natalie talks all things "habits" with author and expert, Justin Whitlmel Earley. He tells us that we don't stop bad habits, but replace them with better habits. He calls our attention to all of the bells and dings we respond to throughout our days and asks us to create our own intentional "counter-habits" of bells and dings. He speaks with practicality and compassion about our calling as believers to live out the faith we say we believe by creating habits that will keep us on the right path. It's a compelling, super-helpful conversation—one that will have you putting Justin's books on your reading list this year.  This month's memory verse: “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” — Phil 3:14Today's guest: Justin Whitmel Earley is a lawyer, author and speaker from Richmond, VA. Most of all, he is a husband to Lauren and a father to his four sons – Whit, Asher, Coulter and Shep. But he also graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in English Literature before spending four years in Shanghai, China, teaching and writing. Justin got his law degree from the Georgetown University Law Center and he now runs his own business law practice under the Earley Business Legal (www.earleybusinesslegal.com). His books include, The Common Rule – Habits of Purpose for an Age of Distraction, Habits of the Household – Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms, and Made for People – Why We Drift into Loneliness and How to Fight for a Life of Friendship. Support Our Show: Leave a review to encourage us and help other people find our show.Links from today's show: Learn more about Justin at www.justinwhitmelearley.com.Memorize and meditate on God's Word in 2025 with a Dwell Differently membership. Sign up by the end of January and still get January's verse kit sent to you.Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"All the gains—gaining Christ, being found in him, eternity with him—all of that, even suffering is on one side of the balance and all of our earthly, temporal gains are on the other side of the balance. Which one is the better deal? Would you make that trade?"— Natalie AbbottToday's episode: Have you ever made a trade where you were the big winner? In today's teaching episode, Natalie Abbott helps us see how in Christ we gain everything. The questions she asks again and again is whether we're rightly seeing our earthly gains as losses and seeing Christ as our greatest gain. She encourages us, just like our verse does, to press on to win the prize, which is Jesus himself.  This month's memory verse: “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” — Phil 3:14Memorize with us: Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory and memorize this month's verse with the Dwell Differently monthly membership!Support Our Show: Leaving us a review is the best way to encourage us and help other people find our show. Links from today's show: Memorize verses with us in 2025 with the Dwell Differently Membership.Check out our beautiful new bracelets. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's Bible study and book: Dwell on These Things and Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

What do people celebrate about you? Do they love your performance? Do they cheer you on for your successes? And what happens when you can't deliver what everyone expects? Vera Schmitz experienced this, after training for—but not going to—the Olympics. Learn how you, like Vera, can revel in God's love and grace for you, which has nothing to do with your performance.  Also, we're so excited about a special offer from Dwell Differently: Get a free month subscription with this code: THEROCK Ready to build your life on the rock foundation of God's Word? Check out the resources offered by Dwell Differently to help you memorize verses and engage with God's word.Guest: Vera SchmitzBible Verses Mentioned:John 20:31Isaiah 26:3Psalm 23Ephesians 2:8Get your Free Resource: False Narrative WatchlistRecommended Resources: Go to DwellDifferently.com and use code THEROCK for one month free! Check out Vera's new book, Dwell Differently, at my Amazon Storefront HEREComparison Girl by Shannon PopkinComparison Girl for Teens by Shannon Popkin and Lee NienhuisShe Reads Truth WebsiteResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinVera Schmitz is a wife and mom, author and podcast host, co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Dwell Differently. Vera loves to watch a verse from the Bible come alive artistically and affect people's lives. Vera's new book, Dwell Differently will help you overcome negative thinking with the simple practice of memorizing God's Truth.  Connect with Dwell Differently:WebsiteInstagramFacebookPodcast Visit ComparisonGirl.com and get the answers both she and you need in my new book, Comparison Girl for Teens: Thriving Beyond Measure in a World That Compares. Conversation starters, quizzes and more. Get your free False Narrative Watchlist. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

"It was my instinctive reaction to run back into the darkness...Whereas the more I know Jesus—the more I am in the Word, the more I am running towards the light—the more this life that God has given me just makes sense."— Felicity Carswell Today's Episode: Today we're talking about the light and life of Jesus with Felicity Carswell.  Felicity talks about the scary reality of being exposed by the light of Jesus and yet the forgiveness that we always find there. She shares about her own first experience of Jesus and coming into the light. But she also shares about the good, daily practice of exposing our hearts to the light and fighting the sin in our lives. She encourages us not only to live in the light but to invite others to step out into the light with the compassion that comes from allowing it to work in our own lives. This month's memory verse: “In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind.” — John 1:4 Today's guest: Felicity is from England, but currently lives near Chicago, Illinois with her book-selling husband, Jonathan, and two young sons, Rufus and Billy. She loves to teach the Bible in her local church, and disciple women on a one to one basis. She hosts a podcast with her sister called Two Sisters and a Cup of Tea that seeks to chat through the Bible and drive it to the heart.Support Our Show: Leave a review to encourage us and help other people find our show.Links from today's show: Find out more about Felicity here.Struggling with anger? Here's the book Felicity recommended: A Small Book about a Big Problem: Meditations on Anger, Patience, and Peace.Looking for a last minute Christmas gift? A Dwell Differently membership starts in January and helps your loved one learn God's Word for months to come (available in 4, 8, and 12 month memberships).Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

"I wrote in [my journal] to the Lord, 'Would you wake me up?' I wanna be awake. I want this verse to be real—that I would live a life of light, and that I would believe that Jesus is my life, and that I would be compelled to share it with others...I want to go out there and tell people about Jesus, but I was walking around like a dead person, weak and afraid of what it might mean if I wrote in [my journal], 'Wake me up.'"— Vera Schmitz Today's Episode: Today's episode with Natalie and Vera is the very thing our souls need. We need to be reminded that Jesus is the light and Jesus is the life. Sometimes we fall asleep to this reality and we need Jesus to wake us up! Listen in as they confess their own tendencies to shrink back from Jesus, especially when things are hard. But he is always right there (especially in his Word) waiting to meet us with arms open wide. May this episode compel you (no matter where you are) to step even more into the light of Jesus and experience his life today!This month's memory verse: "In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind." John 1:4 Support Our Show: Leave a review to encourage us and help other people find our show.Links from today's show: Shop our SALE and give thoughtful, Christ-centered gifts at deep discounts!Check out The Pour Over, Natalie and Vera's go-to source for concise, unbiased news from a Christian perspective.Find out more about the easy button for Scripture memory: the Dwell Differently membership.Need a prayer journal, check out the one Vera uses from Hosanna Revival here. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

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