Growing up on reality television and in a strict religious household, Jinger Vuolo knows how it feels to try—and fail—to live up to others' expectations. In this episode of Bible Connection, she shares the challenges that come with breaking free from people pleasing, disentangling what is good and true in Christianity from false teaching, and why we need to risk being vulnerable in relationships.

Connect with Jinger:

Instagram: instagram.com/jingervuolo

Facebook: facebook.com/jinger.vuolo

YouTube: youtube.com/jingerjeremyvuolo

Website: jingerandjeremy.com

People Pleaser Book: People Pleaser: https://faithgateway.com/products/people-pleaser-breaking-free-from-the-burden-of-imaginary-expectations?variant=42742773842056

Recommended Bible Resource:

The Woman's Study Bible poignantly reveals the Word of God to women, inviting them to receive God's truth for balance, hope, and transformation. Special features designed to speak to a woman's heart appear throughout the Bible text, revealing Scripture-based insights about how godly womanhood grows from a woman's identity as a Christ-follower and a child of the Kingdom. This beautifully designed edition speaks God's life-giving truth to women today—and is available in three translations: the NIV, NKJV, and the timeless King James Version.

See more: womansstudybible.com

What if understanding the Bible wasn't about complex theological degrees, but about simply opening it and letting its story speak? In this episode of Bible Connection, host Philip Nation talks with David Guzik about his inspiring work and the impact of his highly regarded online commentary, Enduring Word. They explore the power of a verse-by-verse approach and how it helps readers connect with Scripture in meaningful ways.

Recommended Bible Resource

Enduring Word Study Bible: The Enduring Word Study Bible is built on the trusted verse-by-verse commentary of pastor and Bible teacher David Guzik, used by millions through EnduringWord.com. This edition of the NKJV offers a clear path to deeper understanding and practical application of Scripture. With 400 application notes and study material for every chapter, it's designed to help you grow in both knowledge and daily obedience. Printed in a comfortable 9.5-point NKJV Comfort Print, this Bible balances clarity with substance for daily study.

See more: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/enduring-word/

Connect with David:

Enduring Word Ministry: enduringword.com.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidguzik

Referenced Scripture:

• Mark 2:1-12; Luke 5:17-26; Matthew 9:1-8

• Numbers

• Psalms

• The Gospels

Do you ever feel like true peace is just out of reach? The Bible speaks of the God's peace, but navigating life's anxieties and challenges can make it feel more like a distant concept than a daily reality. In this episode of Bible Connection, we sit down with author and pastor Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, to explore one of the most powerful and prevalent themes in Scripture: peace.

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The Peace of God Bible: The Peace of God Bible invites you to experience the power of God's peace in your life as you engage with God's Word. Devotions guide you in meditating on this important theme of Scripture each day. Short notes offer powerful insights into the way God works out peace in your life as you read. Study lists invite you to apply the Bible's teaching to specific areas of your life.

See more: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/nkjv-peace-of-god-bible/

Referenced Scripture:

• Romans 8

• Philippians 4

• Judges 6

• John 9:2-3

• 2 Thessalonians 3:16

• Colossians 3:15

Connect with Jeremiah

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jeremiahj

When she handed her crown to her successor, former Miss Universe Demi-Leigh Tebow's discovered how much of her life and identity was centered on what was temporary. Through that, God helped her to see her see where her identity needed to be rooted, why we were never meant to find our value in our accomplishments, and how God's Word encourages her to pursue excellence for God's glory and not her own.

Connect with Demi-Leigh

Instagram: instagram.com/demitebow

Facebook: facebook.com/demitebow

X/Twitter: x.com/demitebow

Website: demitebow.com

Life in Christ Bible

God has a purpose for your life in this moment. You have a part to play in what He is doing in the world. But knowing why you are here starts with knowing who God says you are. The Life in Christ Bible invites you to embrace your identity and purpose as you discover your value as a person made in the image of God, explore how the gospel of Jesus Christ makes you a new person, and learn how to live as a person conformed to Christ's image—thinking, speaking, and moving differently in the world.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/43Hr12P

Referenced Scripture:

Proverbs 16:9

Ruth 1–4

1 Corinthians 9:25

1 Corinthians 13:12

The end times is often a subject of confusion and disagreement among Christians. But pastor and bestselling author Max Lucado wants us to see the Bible's teaching about the end of this world for what it is: good news. In this episode of Bible Connection, Max talks about what motivated him to explore this subject more deeply, how eschatology liberates us from our fears, and encourages us to lift our eyes to the hope we have in Jesus.

Connect with Max

Max Lucado Instagram: instagram.com/maxlucado

Max Lucado Facebook: facebook.com/maxlucado

Max Lucado on X/Twitter: x.com/MaxLucado

Max Lucado's website: maxlucado.com

Grace for the Moment Daily Bible

Bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado invites you to immerse yourself in grace as you spend a few moments each day in God's Word. Excerpts from Max's works, on topics that are relevant to your life, help you connect daily with the Savior and experience the fullness of His grace.

Click here to learn more

Referenced Scripture:

John 3:16

Luke 21:8

Romans 5:12-17

Revelation 20:4-6

Butch Hartman spent years developing cartoons like The Fairly Odd Parents and Danny Phantom for Nickelodeon. But when he met Jesus when he was 37 his whole life changed and he dedicated his life to teaching children about the Bible. The Bible Connection Podcast sat down with him to better understand the intersection of his faith with his work and learn more about his new project called The Garden, a cartoon created to teach children stories and lessons from the Bible.

See the Garden Bible

Based on the new animated "The Garden" series by Butch Hartman ("Danny Phantom" & "The Fairly OddParents"), The Garden Children's Bible invites kids to understand the gospel in an entertaining and truth-centered way as they read the Bible alongside stunning stories and Hartman's signature illustrations.

See more - https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/garden-bible/

See More About the Garden

The Garden Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegardencartoon/

The Garden Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegardencartoon

The Garden TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegardencartoon

The Garden: https://gardencartoon.com/

The Garden Bible: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/garden-bible/

Connect with Butch

Butch Hartman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/butchhartman/?hl=en

Buth Hartman Twitter: https://twitter.com/realhartman?lang=en

Butch Hartman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ButchHartmanart

Butch Hartman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@butchhartman?lang=en

Butch Hartman spent years developing cartoons like The Fairly Odd Parents and Danny Phantom for Nickelodeon but has decided to turn his talents to furthering God’s Kingdom. The Bible Connection Podcast sat down with him to better understand the intersection of his faith with his work.

Connect with Butch and The Garden

The Garden Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegardencartoon/ 

The Garden Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegardencartoon 

The Garden TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thegardencartoon 

Butch Hartman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/butchhartman/?hl=en 

Buth Hartman Twitter: https://twitter.com/realhartman?lang=en 

Butch Hartman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ButchHartmanart 

Butch Hartman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@butchhartman?lang=en 

Recommended Bible Resource

The Garden Bible: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/garden-bible/ 

Based on the new animated “The Garden” series by Butch Hartman (“Danny Phantom” & “The Fairly OddParents”), The Garden Children’s Bible invites kids to understand the gospel in an entertaining and truth-centered way as they read the Bible alongside stunning stories and Hartman’s signature illustrations.

Mary Jo Sharp has spent years teaching people how to defend their faith and engage with people who disagree with Christianity. In this episode, she shares her personal story of doubt and belief and teaches us how important it is to always go back to Scripture.

Connect with Mary Jo Sharp:

Mary Jo Sharp website: https://maryjosharp.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/confidentchristianity/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MaryJoSharp

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoINoNIQPQ0Jnz5jqdC9ZpQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryjosharp/

Recommended Bible Resource:

Evangelical Study Bible

The Evangelical Study Bible offers a refreshing way to study God's Word focused on the unchanging truth of the gospel. Verse-by-verse commentary and interesting sidebars dig into the historical and contextual background of Scripture helping you grow in your understanding and appreciation of the life-changing truths of the Christian faith. Also included are more than fifty articles that help you better understand your faith and effectively share it with others.

Mark Mittelberg has been following where Christ leads for over 40 years. He's developed a passion and a calling to equip and unleash ordinary Christians to make a difference for the Kingdom of God. Mark shares his story, how the Lord has worked in his life, and, through his partnership with Lee Strobel, how he's able to help teach practical apologetics to the next generation.

Connect with Mark

Mark's Website: https://markmittelberg.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkMittelberg

The Strobel Center: https://www.ccu.edu/strobelcenter/

Contagious Faith: https://shopcontagiousfaith.com/

For the past forty years, Michael Card's music has touched the lives of countless people. On this episode of the Bible Connection Podcast, Michael tells us about his lifelong passion for engaging the Word of God and even plays a song for us.

Connect with Michael

Michael's Website: https://www.michaelcard.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelCardMusic/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQI32_GIl-iWjvJo3X_LSdg

The Gomer Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BU_NR6edj6Y

The Nazerene Book: http://store.michaelcard.com/thenazarenefortydevotionsonthelyricallifeofjesus.aspx

Recommended Bible Reource

The Abide Bible

The Abide Bible is designed to help you experience the peace, hope, and growth that come from encountering the voice and presence of God in Scripture. Every feature in Abide is designed to teach and develop Scripture-engagement habits that help you know the power and spiritual nourishment of abiding in Christ.