Best Ruth Chou Simons Podcasts (2025)

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032 | PTY: When Life is Overwhelming 17:19

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What do you do when life is overwhelming? In this episode, Ruth’s sharing a word of encouragement and rehearsing truths that remind us all of the hope we have in Jesus. If you find this Preach To Yourself (PTY) episode helpful, share it with a friend! Scripture referenced: Psalm 42 Lamentations 3:21-23 2 Timothy 2:10-13 Hebrews 13:8 Deuteronomy 7:9…

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Proverbs Week 4 with Ruth Chou Simons 1:02:09

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We are closing out our study on the book of Proverbs with Ruth Chou Simons! She joins Raechel and Amanda to discuss Week 4 of the Proverbs reading plan, and we know you’ll be encouraged by this conversation around work and wealth and how to live wisely in the material world. Open your Bibles with us this week! This episode corresponds to Week 4 of …

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Nehemiah Week 1 with Kelly Minter 57:49

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Join us for Kelly Minter’s eleventh episode on the She Reads Truth Podcast to kick off the first week in our Nehemiah reading plan. In this episode, Raechel and Kelly reflect on the experiences of those who returned from exile and the challenges they faced in rebuilding. Along the way, they remind us what it looks like to trust in the Lord for what…

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031 | Find a Mentor/Be a Mentor 33:12

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In today’s episode, Ruth’s sitting down with a younger woman she’s discipling to talk about mentoring relationships. Listen in as they share what’s working for them and offer encouragement for both sides of intentional mentoring relationships. Scripture referenced: Titus 2 Proverbs 11:14 Resources mentioned: Better Together by Melissa Kruger You ar…

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From Radio to Podcasting w/ Wil and Meeke Addison (Culture Proof) 1:01:47

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In today’s episode, Wil and Meeke Addison join me to talk about their careers in radio and transition to podcasting, what they know now that they wish they would’ve known when they got started, and the challenge of refusing to chase views and downloads. Listen to Culture Proof with Wil and Meeke Addison Watch Culture Proof Links mentioned in this e…

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030 | Ruth & Eve: Psalm 139, Mocktails, and Perimenopause 37:10

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Join Ruth and Eve for a catch-up session where they share what they’re learning, loving, and leaving behind. Put your headphones on, grab a cup of coffee, lace up your tennis shoes, or grab some laundry to fold while you listen in. Scripture referenced: Psalm 139:7-10 Resources mentioned: The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver Easy Pasta Salad …

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Bonus Episode: The Bible Is for You Launch Day 28:02

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For our fourth and final bonus episode, we have made it to launch day for The Bible Is for You! Raechel and Amanda are joined by Ashley Gorman, who was a key player in the publishing process for this devotional project. Listen in as they discuss the beauty and value of devotional writing, and celebrate with us as we officially launch The Bible Is f…

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Proverbs Week 3 with Jeannie Cunnion 1:04:38

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For Week 3 of our Proverbs series, we’re opening to a week’s worth of study all about the pitfalls and praises that come with being in relationship with other imperfect people. Whether you’re a parent hoping there’s something in Proverbs for you to hold onto today (there is!), or maybe you’re wondering how your community should be shaping your fait…

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Bonus Episode: Behind the Scenes of The Bible Is for You 22:00

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Publishing a book is no easy feat, especially when you want to create something that honors the beauty, goodness, and truth found in the Word of God. So what exactly did it look like for Amanda and Raechel to publish a book together? Tune into today’s bonus episode for a peek into how Amanda’s editing expertise and Raechel’s spreadsheet magic were …

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Creating Kid-Friendly Theology w/ Amy Gannett (Tiny Theologians) 44:14

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In today’s episode, Amy and I are going to talk about the story of starting ministry and later the podcast, the inspiration behind their unique podcast format, and what it takes to create an episode of a scripted podcast with voice actors. Listen to Tiny Theologians Links mentioned in this episode: Tiny Theologians website Amy's website ABCs of God…

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Proverbs Week 2 with Jamaal Williams 41:28

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We’re opening Week 2 of our Proverbs study on the podcast this week, and beloved guest Jamaal Williams joins us to talk about discernment, slowing down, and seeking God’s face in the midst of life’s complexities. Tune in for a rich conversation on living wisely—and most importantly, seeing more of God’s heart through how He has wisely ordered His k…

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Bonus Episode: The Bible Is for You’s Design on Purpose 18:03

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Just how does a book like The Bible Is for You get from a word document to the beautiful product you’ll see on bookstore shelves on September 2? Listen to today’s bonus podcast episode to learn all about the intentional, purposeful, and (most importantly) FUN process of designing Raechel and Amanda’s newest book, The Bible Is for You. In this episo…

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Proverbs Week 1 with Courtney Doctor 1:02:56

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God made the world—and He knows how we’re meant to walk through it wisely. But what does that mean, and how do we live according to the way of wisdom? This week on the podcast, Courtney Doctor kicks off our reading in the book of Proverbs to help us see wisdom not just as knowledge, but as the path to flourishing. Open your Bibles with us this week…

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Bonus Episode: Hello and Welcome to The Bible Is for You 16:36

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Surprise! We’ve got the first of four bonus episodes on the podcast today to give you a behind-the-scenes look at Amanda and Raechel’s newest book, The Bible Is for You, which launches September 2. Want to know more about why Amanda and Raechel wanted to create this book for you? Tune in Tuesdays for some sneak peeks! In this episode: Use promo cod…

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Faithfully Stewarding Creative Opportunities w/ Ruth Chou Simons 48:56

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In today’s episode, Ruth and I are going to talk about how she started her ministry, GraceLaced, why adding video to the podcast was the right next step for the show, and the the branding decisions that led to renaming the podcast at the beginning of the year. Listen to The Ruth Chou Simons Podcast Links mentioned in this episode: Ruth's website Gr…

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People in the New Testament Week 5 with Jess Connolly 1:00:55

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This week, Jess Connolly joins the podcast to chat about the stories in our FINAL week reading People in the New Testament. We’re diving into big themes like eternity, conflict resolution, and the unsurprising messiness of Jesus’s own family. These stories will show us how to be people who hope in darkness, who consider the legacies we leave, and w…

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People in the New Testament Week 4 with Tim Wildsmith 1:01:47

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This week, Tim Wildsmith joins us for Week 4 of People in the New Testament, reminding us to ask good questions as we read Scripture to approach familiar stories with fresh eyes. From historical context to personal reflection, we’re digging into stories like Thomas’s, Stephen’s, and Paul’s, seeing how these real people were transformed by Jesus. Op…

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029 | Leaning on the Spirit for Self-Control (A Fruitful Summer) 16:03

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The fruit of the Spirit is… SELF-CONTROL. Grab a cup of coffee and settle in for this episode full of encouragement for anyone who’s ever wrestled with self-control. Listen in as Ruth shares her journey toward self-control. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These shor…

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From No Plan to Thriving Ministry w/ Eryn Lynum (Nat Theo) 46:05

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In today’s episode, Eryn and I are going to talk about how she went from food blogging to becoming a Certified Master Naturalist, how the podcast started with an idea and zero plan, and how it’s now grown into membership, curriculum, and ministry. Listen to Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible Links mentioned in this episode: Eryn's website …

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People in the New Testament Week 3 with Tyler Staton 45:45

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What do Zacchaeus, Lazarus, Mary and Martha, Judas Iscariot, and Pilate all have in common? Well, they’re all people included in Week 3 of our reading plan, People in the New Testament. And, they were all people touched by Jesus’s presence (but in vastly different ways!). Tune into this week’s episode with special guest Tyler Staton to hear more! O…

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028 | Journeying Toward Gentleness (A Fruitful Summer) 14:21

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The fruit of the Spirit is… GENTLENESS. Listen in as Ruth shares her journey with gentleness, how she’s seen God work, and encourages you that his Spirit is at work in you, too. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to…

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Season 3: Coming Next Week! 1:23

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Season 3 of Ministries That Podcast is starting next week and I’ve got some great conversations lined up for you! The first episode of Season 3 is going to be with Eryn Lynum—Master Naturalist, Bible Teacher, author, and the host of the podcast, Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible. Then the following episode will be with Ruth Chou Simons—be…

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People in the New Testament Week 2 with Eli Bonilla Jr. 54:50

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Time in God’s presence changes people, as Scripture shows us over and over again. This week, Eli Bonilla Jr. joins Raechel and Amanda to talk about Week 2 of People in the New Testament and how drawing near to Jesus transforms us, just like it did for the people who walked with Him. Open your Bibles this week, friends, and see how He can transform …

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027 | Pressing On and Cultivating Faithfulness (A Fruitful Summer) 13:59

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The fruit of the Spirit is… FAITHFULNESS. Join Ruth for this episode as she unpacks what it means to stay faithful, keep pursuing Christ, and persevere under trial. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opport…

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People in the New Testament Week 1 with Katie Davis Majors 55:44

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To kick off our new study, People in the New Testament, Katie Davis Majors joins the podcast to talk about how we see God’s unchanging character in some New Testament stories—and how we can learn to see His steadfastness in our own. From the patience of Simeon to the praises of Zechariah, we’re invited to imagine, remember, and worship not just wha…

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026 | Doing Good... Because It Doesn't Depend On Us (A Fruitful Summer) 12:15

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The fruit of the Spirit is… GOODNESS. In this episode, join Ruth as she meditates on the truth that in Christ, we’re made for good works. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign …

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Names of God Week 3 with Lydia Brownback 54:51

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Whether a name appears frequently in Scripture or only twice (yes, that’s true of one of the names of God in this week’s reading!), there’s so much meaning and mystery wrapped in each of God’s names and titles. Join us for Week 3 of our Names of God study as Lydia Brownback returns to the podcast to help us know Him more deeply. Open your Bibles wi…

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025 | Reflecting the Kindness of God (A Fruitful Summer) 11:52

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The fruit of the Spirit is… KINDNESS. Join Ruth for this episode about what kindness means (it’s not just being nice!) and how we can reflect the kindness of God to others. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be a…

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Names of God Week 2 with Allison Allen 1:02:21

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“I’ve walked with Jesus for 35 years, but every time I really investigate the Scripture and come to topics like His name, I see another facet of His glory.” That’s a direct quote from our beloved Bible teacher and friend Allison Allen on today’s episode of the She Reads Truth Podcast! Listen in as Allison, Raechel, and Amanda talk about the wonder,…

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024 | Growing in Patience (A Fruitful Summer) 8:31

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The fruit of the Spirit is… PATIENCE. Listen in as Ruth leads us in meditating on patience and encourages us in the way we treat others and in how we wait on the Lord. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opp…

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Names of God Week 1 with Joel Muddamale 1:00:07

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Each name of God reveals something true about His character. We’ve got Joel Muddamalle joining Raechel and Amanda on the podcast for Week 1 of our study, Names of God. Together we’re exploring how the different ways Scripture gives us to address God and helping us know Him more authentically, trust Him more deeply, and love Him more completely. Ope…

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023 | When Peace Feels Impossible (A Fruitful Summer) 11:04

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The fruit of the Spirit is… PEACE. If you’ve ever longed for peace, this episode is for you. Listen in as Ruth leads us in a meditation about this much-desired fruit of the Spirit. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed…

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People in the Old Testament Week 7 with Ian Simkins 1:07:04

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What does faithfulness look like when life gets hard? This week, Ian Simkins is on the podcast to talk about how the stories in this week’s reading of People in the Old Testament help us answer that question. Ian, Raechel, and Amanda talk about enduring suffering with the God whose love, goodness, and character never change. Open your Bibles with u…

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022 | The Source of Your Joy (A Fruitful Summer) 10:57

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The fruit of the Spirit is… JOY. Join Ruth for this episode, meditating on Scripture about joy and its true source. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth.…

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People in the Old Testament Week 6 with Sharon Hodde Miller 1:00:53

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The lives of prophets and kings in the Old Testament may seem too different to be relevant to us today, but Sharon Hodde Miller joins Raechel and Amanda on the podcast to remind us just how much we can learn about God’s faithfulness throughout history. Tune in now to see God’s heart for His people on full display in this week’s stories from People …

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021 | How Do We Abide? (A Fruitful Summer) 10:47

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The fruit of the Spirit is… LOVE. Join Ruth for this episode introducing a new summer series, considering what it means to truly abide in Christ, and how the fruit of love shows up in our lives. All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture…

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People in the Old Testament Week 5 with Rachel Roper 1:05:46

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Bible teacher and friend Rachel Roper joins the podcast this week to chat all about the often wild but undeniably real stories from Week 5 of our study, People in the Old Testament. From big mistakes to big faith, this is a meaningful conversation about what it means to follow God with our wholly imperfect selves. Open your Bibles with us this week…

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020 | Spiritual Mothering with Annie F. Downs 36:58

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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life. In this episode, Annie F. Downs shares how she’s embraced the role of spiritual mother to the children in her life, why the family of God needs spiritual mothers, and how we c…

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People in the Old Testament Week 4 with Mika Edmondson 1:06:05

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Mika Edmondson joins our study of People in the Old Testament for our fourth week of reading the flawed, faithful, and profoundly human experiences in Scripture. From doubt and destruction to relief and redemption, let’s explore what these ancient stories can teach us today! Open your Bibles with us this week! This episode corresponds to Week 4 of …

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019 | Adoption and the Kindness of God with Lisa Harper 55:15

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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life. Listen in as Lisa shares her journey into motherhood, how she learned to trust God in the dark and therole gratitude plays in her life. Grab a cup of coffee (or some chips and…

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My Valley, His Victory: McKenzie Smith 47:11

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In this last episode of Season 2, Kenzie and I are going to talk about how sharing her story on another podcast led her to starting her own, her repurposing strategy for YouTube and Instagram, and how podcasting has given her opportunities to connect with people she never would have otherwise. Listen to My Valley, His Victory Links mentioned in thi…

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People in the Old Testament Week 3 with Nick Connolly 1:04:46

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Nick Connolly is back for Week 3 of People in the Old Testament and is bringing so many incredible insights to our reading! We’re so thankful for how Nick reminds us of God’s relational, personal, and powerful presence in each of the stories you’ll read this week. Open your Bibles with us this week! This episode corresponds to Week 3 of She Reads T…

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018 | Motherhood: There Is No Formula with Jinger Vuolo 44:38

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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life. Tune in for today’s conversation with Jinger Vuolo about how her upbringing influences her motherhood, discerning what she wants to teach her own children, and what it looks l…

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People in the Old Testament Week 2 with Nancy Guthrie 1:02:48

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Nancy Guthrie is a Bible teacher we adore and deeply respect—and she’s joining the podcast to talk about the stories in Week 2 of People in the Old Testament! Nancy shows us the good, perfect God behind the painful and messy stories in this week’s reading, reminding us that Jesus’s redemptive purpose has been foretold for our good and God’s glory s…

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017 | Mom Guilt and the Gospel with Emily Jensen + Laura Wifler 36:58

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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life. Grab a cup of coffee and listen in on a conversation with Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler, co-founders of Risen Motherhood, as they talk about how the gospel changed their mothe…

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Journeywomen: Hunter Beless 55:00

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In today’s episode, Hunter and I are going to talk about how she went from listening to hours of podcasts to dreaming about starting her own, how she reached the point of supporting the podcast through advertising, and the ministry that was born out of the success of the podcast. Listen to Journeywomen Links mentioned in this episode: Journeywomen …

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People in the Old Testament Week 1 with Russ Ramsey 1:00:08

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Beloved friend of She Reads Truth, Russ Ramsey, is back on the podcast to help kick off Week 1 of our reading plan, People in the Old Testament. Russ unpacks some things we can learn from the real, messy, and hope-filled stories in the Bible—stories about people that, like us, were used by God to accomplish His will in the middle of their imperfect…

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016 | Ruth + Troy: How To Read Your Bible 37:49

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Have you ever longed for a different relationship with the Bible? Wondered if you actually need to read the whole Bible? Felt stuck in Leviticus or a long list of names? This episode is for you! Join Ruth and her pastor husband, Troy, for a conversation about how to read your Bible, where to start, and how the Old Testament and New Testament are co…

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Attributes of God Week 2 with Dr. Don Payne 1:08:53

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We’ve been looking at God’s Word to know His heart, and Dr. Don Payne brings so much insight into today’s podcast episode for Week 2 of Attributes of God. Come listen and be reminded of who He is—unimaginably loving, just, and holy. Open your Bibles with us this week! This episode corresponds to Week 2 of She Reads Truth’s Attributes of God reading…

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015 | Why Is It So Hard To Rest? 29:36

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We know God invites us to rest... so why is it so hard sometimes? Join Ruth for a conversation about rest-mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual-and what role our hearts play in it.Scripture ReferencedMatthew 11:28-30Resources MentionedReturn to Rest Evening Reflection JournalBeholding and Becoming by Ruth Chou SimonsEmmanuel by Ruth Chou Simon…