Coffee and Bible Time Podcast

You’ve prayed about it for months, maybe even years, and you’re starting to wonder if it's time to give up hope. We've been there too. 

In this episode, Ellen sits down with Kaci Nicole Harlow to talk about the painful reality of waiting on God, and how to remain faithful with unanswered prayers. Kaci shares from her own long season of waiting for marriage and motherhood, offering biblical encouragement for anyone wrestling with disappointment, comparison, or questions about what God is doing.

They discuss:

• How to keep trusting God when your prayers are going unanswered
• Why God cares about who we’re becoming while we wait
• How to resist comparing your journey to someone else’s
• Why prayer matters for the waiting season
• What it looks like to be faithful with what God has made clear today

Check out Kaci's new book, So Much Better: Daring To Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant

Scripture referenced:
Hebrews 11:8-19 | 2 Timothy 2:13 | Philippians 4:6 | Deuteronomy 29:29 | 2 Corinthians 3:18

About Kaci Nicole:
kacinicole.com | @kacinicole | So Much Better Bible Study

Kaci's Bible study tools:
ESV Single Column Journaling Bible | Mr. Pen Highlighters | Enduring Word App

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Do you want to grow closer to God...but aren’t sure how to get more from your Bible study? In this episode, Ellen and Ashley dive into Psalm 119 and explore how studying God’s Word can deepen your relationship with Him.

Together, they discuss:

• Why Psalm 119 is so deeply centered on loving God’s Word
• How Scripture helps us know God and His character
• What words like law, statutes, testimonies, and commandments mean
• Practical ways to study and pray through Psalm 119
• How theme tracing can help you understand Scripture
• What to do when Bible study feels intimidating or confusing

Whether you’re new to Bible study or looking for a fresh way to engage with Scripture, Psalm 119 offers encouragement to keep showing up, studying God’s Word, and growing in love for Him.

Scripture referenced:
Psalm 119

Resources mentioned:
How to Pray the Psalms with Traci Crowley | BibleGateway

Check out our new course! How Do I Grow Closer to God? In-Depth Psalm 119 Course

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Sudden sadness. Bursts of irritability. If that sounds familiar, you may be carrying grief you haven't recognized—and naming it is the first step toward bringing it to God, healing, and moving forward.

In this conversation, Ellen and licensed therapist Nicole Langman explore the often-overlooked losses that can leave us grieving even when no one has died. Together, they discuss:

• Why we compare our pain to others—and why we don't have to
• How grief can show up as anger, guilt, shame, or even relief
• Why joy and sorrow can exist at the same time
• How to recognize, name, and process the grief you're carrying
• What to do when you're asking God, “Why?”
• Practical ways to bring your grief to God and begin healing

Nicole also shares how Scripture and honest prayer can help us remember that God is near in our pain.

This Isn't The Story I Wanted: Grieving the Life You Lost and Trusting the God Who Stays

Scripture referenced:
Psalm 56:8 | Psalm 18:6 | John 11:35

About Nicole:
NicoleLangman.com | @_nicolelangman | Facebook

Nicole's Bible study tools:
ESV | Filament Bible | Transparent sticky notes | Logos (get a 60-day free trial with this link!) | BlueLetterBible.org | BibleProject.com

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When life gets hard, the Bible doesn't give us easy comfort...it points us to eternity. Here's why that matters. 

In this episode, Ellen Krause talks with Bible teacher and author Jennifer Rothschild—who has lived with blindness since age 15—about how the hope of eternal life shapes the way we live right now.

Together, they discuss:

• Why heaven is more than a future promise and how it changes our lives today
• Common misconceptions Christians have about heaven and eternal life
• How an eternal perspective can help us navigate suffering, grief, and disappointment
• How our longings, losses, and loves can point us toward Christ
• What it means to keep Jesus at the center of our hope
• Encouragement for trusting God when He doesn’t change our circumstances

Heaven for Today: 60 Devotions on How the Life to Come Changes Your Life Right Now

Scripture referenced:
John 14 | 2 Cor. 5:8 | 1 Cor. 15:51 | Romans 8:18 | 2 Cor. 4:16-18

About Jennifer:
JenniferRothschild.com | HeavenforToday.com | Facebook

Jennifer's Bible study tools:
NASB 1995 | NIV | YouVersion | Dwell Bible App | GotQuestions.org

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How do you give God all of yourself when your days are filled with responsibilities, distractions, and discouragement? Cheryl Marshall joins Ellen Krause to offer an encouraging reminder from Romans 12:1-2. 

Faithfulness to God doesn’t require big platforms or major accomplishments—it can happen right in the middle of your ordinary life.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why God’s mercy is the foundation of wholehearted devotion
• What it means to surrender your whole self to God
• Three obstacles to spiritual growth: distraction, disobedience, and discouragement
• How God’s sovereignty can strengthen you through painful seasons
• How renewing your mind with Scripture can deepen your relationship with God
• Simple steps for pursuing greater faithfulness and wholehearted devotion

Get your copy of All of Me: Pursuing A Life Wholly Devoted to God by Cheryl Marshall!

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Scripture referenced:
Romans 12:1-2 | Romans 6:13 | 1 Corinthians 10:31 | 1 Corinthians 10:13 | Psalm 145:14-16 | Psalm 103 | Psalm 86:11 | 1 Corinthians 10:13 | 2 Corinthians 5:9 | 2 Corinthians 5:15 | 1 Corinthians 6:20 | Psalm 119

How to Pray When You Don't Have the Words | Traci Crowley

About Cheryl:
CherylMarshall.com | @_cherylmarshall | Whole Life Worship Podcast

Cheryl's Bible study tools:
John MacArthur Study Bible (NASB) | Leatherbound Journal | Logos (get a 60-day free trial with this link!) | BlueLetterBible.org

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What if your exhaustion is revealing something deeper about you? The Gospel Coalition's Brett McCracken joins Ellen Krause to offer a fresh perspective on why God created us to rest—and what our need for sleep can teach us about surrender, trust, and dependence on Him.

You’ll discover:

• Why sleep is a gift from God, not something to feel guilty about
• How your need for rest can reveal your limits and desire for control
• What science and Scripture teach us about dreams
• How sleep can become an act of trust and worship
• What to do when exhaustion or sleeplessness is part of your current season
• How our imperfect rest points us toward the perfect rest we have in Christ

If you’ve been running on empty or wondering, "why am I always tired?" this conversation will encourage you to see rest in a whole new way.

Get your copy of Brett's new book, The Wisdom of Sleep, here!

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Scripture referenced:
Psalm 127:1-2 | Psalm 121 | Hebrews 4:9 

About Brett McCracken:
BrettMcCracken.com | @bwmccracken | Substack

Brett's Bible study tools:
NIV | Moleskine journal | ESV.org

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What if the things you’re doing every day—your work, your responsibilities, your relationships, even the parts no one else sees—matter far more than you realize? 

Paige Allen joins Ellen Krause on the Coffee and Bible Time Podcast to share what the women of Genesis can teach us about recognizing God’s purpose in our lives and faithfully responding to what He’s asking of us today. 

You’ll discover:

• God can work through ordinary faithfulness.
• Waiting isn’t wasted.
• You don’t have to see the whole story for your obedience to matter.
• Your “small” acts of faithfulness are part of something bigger.
• Your life can have eternal impact even when you can’t see the fruit yet.

Check out Paige's new book, Matriarchs, here!

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Scripture referenced:
Exodus 3:6 | Genesis 24 | 1 Corinthians 1:27 | Luke 1:26-38 | Hebrews 10:23 | Genesis 23

About Paige Allen:
PaigeAllen.net | @PaigeAllenTexas

Paige's Bible Study tools:
Large Print NLT | Journal | Pens | Logos (get a free trial here!) | Blue Letter Bible

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Why do we keep struggling with the same things—even when we genuinely want to change? Ellen Krause is joined by Pastor Ike Miller to talk about how Jesus meets us not only in our sin and brokenness, but also in the places underneath them. 

You’ll learn how vulnerability can open the door to healing, what it means to “hit the wall” in your faith, and how to listen to your pain so you can begin getting to the root of what’s really going on.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How sin can be hiding unhealthy ways of coping with pain 
• How vulnerability can create space for healing in our relationships 
• What it means to “hit the wall” in your faith journey
• How God can use difficult seasons to deepen our understanding of Him 
• Practical ways to listen to your pain and uncover what’s beneath the surface 
• How getting to the root of your pain can lead to greater freedom and healing

Theology That Heals: How the Good News of Jesus Not Only Saves Us but Makes Us Whole

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About Ike Miller:
IkeMiller.Com | @IkeFMiller 

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CSB | Goodnotes | BibleHub.com

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Have you been trying to carry more than God ever intended? So many Christian women feel overwhelmed by endless responsibilities, constant pressure, and the guilt of never quite measuring up.

In this encouraging conversation, Ellen Krause is joined by theologian and author Kelly Kapic to learn how how embracing our God-given limits can lead to greater freedom, deeper trust in Christ, and lasting peace.

Plus, we're giving away a copy of Kelly Kapic's new book! Enter by leaving a comment and your email address through this link.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why so many Christian women feel overwhelmed
• What God really expects of you each day
• How to rest without feeling guilty
• The biblical purpose of our God-given limits
• Practical ways to slow down and trust God more
• Why your worth isn't based on how much you accomplish

You Were Never Meant to Do It All: A 40-Day Devotional on the Goodness of Being Human by Kelly Kapic

Scripture referenced:
Genesis 1

About Kelly Kapic:
KellyKapic.com

Kelly's favorite Bible study tools:
Large print ESV | Multicolor pen | Highlighters | YouVersion | Accordance | Logos (get a free trial here!)

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Many of us don't realize how deeply trauma shapes our relationships, view of God, and everyday reactions. Past wounds can leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward—but healing is possible through Christ.

In this episode, Ellen talks with pastor and licensed therapist Dr. Evan Marbury. Together, they discuss why healing often takes more than time, how lament becomes part of God's healing work, and what it means to pursue emotional healing without ignoring pain or bypassing it with easy answers.

You'll learn:

• What trauma is—and how it's different from ordinary pain
• Why some wounds don't heal with time alone
• How Scripture speaks to trauma, grief, and emotional healing
• The role of lament in emotional healing
• How to care well for someone carrying deep emotional pain
• When seeking professional counseling can be a wise next step
• How God meets us with compassion, truth, and hope. 

Whether you're carrying wounds of your own or walking alongside someone who is hurting, this conversation will encourage you to move toward healing, wholeness, and deeper trust in God.

Understanding Trauma and Resilience: A Guide for Counselors, Caregivers, and Ministers by Evan Marbury

Scripture referenced:
Luke 10:25-37 | John 5:1-15 | Psalm 13 | Romans 15:13

Resources:
EvanMarbury.com | ESV | Journal | Logos (get a free trial here!) | Blue Letter Bible

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