April and John share a cozy, candid episode reflecting on a massive winter storm and how God’s abundance and unity can be found even in hardship. They connect the experience to spiritual lessons about trusting God, obedience, and counting the rainbows instead of the storms.

Then they wrap up Colossians chapter 4—encouraging believers to live wisely before unbelievers, speak with grace and truth, and complete their calling. April offers a practical two-way journaling exercise to help listeners hear God and record His voice.

In this episode of Bedroom in the Bible, April and John record from their bedroom in Ohio and unpack Colossians chapter 3, focusing on union with Christ, spiritual renewal, and the hope Paul discovered even in prison.

They explore practical applications for marriage, family, and identity—encouraging journaling, forgiveness, gratitude, and allowing Christ to reshape thoughts and relationships.

Listeners are invited to cultivate a Christ-centered foundation through continual renewal, compassionate living, and rising into heavenly realities.

Hosts April and John share their personal testimony, ministry updates (Bloom Again movement and Teen Reach fundraising), and how obedience and small "yeses" have opened doors in their walk with God.

They read and reflect on Colossians 2, emphasizing that Jesus is enough: the circumcision of the heart, freedom from legalism and accusation, and the healing power of resurrection that renews marriage, family, and identity.

April and John launch Season 7 of Bedroom and Bible with personal updates and a reading of Colossians 1 (The Passion Translation). They explore Paul’s prison‑written prayer, the supremacy of Christ, the ‘‘divine mystery’’ of Christ living in believers, and the call to keep Christ at the center of marriage, family, and identity.

Alongside the Scripture discussion they share life and ministry moments—from anniversary celebrations and a cruise to a ruptured eardrum and their work with teens in foster care—and close in prayer, encouraging listeners to anchor their hope in Jesus for the year ahead.

April and John close Season 6 by unpacking Song of Songs chapter 8, exploring the bridegroom imagery of Jesus, spiritual maturity, and the church as a protective, fruitful vineyard.

They celebrate their upcoming 30th anniversary, share the Bloom Again movement for daughters and brides-to-be, and announce a short holiday break as they prepare for Season 7.

April and John reflect on winter’s quiet, Advent waiting, and the hope of Romans 8 as they dive into Song of Songs chapter 7. They explore Jesus as the bridegroom, the Shulamite’s awakening to her identity, and the longing of creation for redemption.

Through personal stories, prayer, and pastoral insight, they encourage listeners in seasons of waiting to rest, receive revelation, and deepen their intimacy with Christ both individually and as the body of believers.

Hosts April and John Foster read Song of Songs chapter 6 (The Passion Translation) and reflect on Jesus as the Bridegroom, the prophetic and poetic language of identity, and the ways God chooses and delights in his bride.

Recorded on Thanksgiving, the episode ties gratitude to marriage, sanctification, and resurrection imagery, offering practical encouragement to root worth and unity in Christ rather than in people or circumstances.

April and John read Song of Songs Chapter 5 (The Passion Translation) and reflect on the intimate covenant between the Bridegroom and his Bride, portraying Jesus and the church.

They explore themes of surrender, seasons of silence, the sleeping bride who seeks her beloved, the fragrance of suffering love (myrrh), and the call to introduce others to Christ as brides-to-be.

The episode includes prayer, personal stories, and encouragement to remain faithful through the ebb and flow of spiritual intimacy.

April and John read and reflect on Song of Songs chapter 4, unpacking its intimate imagery of Jesus as Bridegroom and believers as the promised land. They weave personal testimony about generational repentance, being made "white as snow," and what it means to say "yes" to a co-crucified, resurrected life with Christ.

Listen for prayer, practical takeaways from marriage and faith, and an invitation to let the Spirit breathe life into your inner garden.

April and John reflect on fall’s symbolism of pruning, letting go, and spiritual renewal, using Song of Songs chapter 3 to illustrate intimacy with God and the promise of new fruit.

They share personal stories about seasons, rest, and encountering Jesus, encouraging listeners to seek renewal and deeper relationship with God.