Hearing Jesus: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Hearing God & Christian Affirmations

What Is Prayer? Answers to the Questions We All Have: Hearing Jesus, Daily Bible Study

In today's episode, Rachael has a conversation on prayer before starting the

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Chapters

0:00 Why we're pausing for a conversation on prayer before Bible study 101

2:17 What is prayer?

4:16 What does prayer have to do with Bible study?

6:56 What do I do when I don't know what to say in prayer?

9:25 Why does my mind wander when I pray?

13:30 Is it okay to fall asleep while praying?

18:06 A story of answered prayer

23:01 What do I do with unanswered prayer?

24:18 What does it mean to war in the spirit?

26:04 How do I pray scripture over someone?

28:19 Two simple prayer rhythms to start this week

30:41 A closing prayer for you

What Is Prayer?

Prayer is connection and communion with God, the way we relate to Him

What Do I Do When I Don't Know What to Say in Prayer?

Start where you are. It's common to feel unsure your words sound right,

Why Does My Mind Wander When I Pray?

A wandering mind during prayer is common and not a sign of spiritual

Is It Okay to Fall Asleep While Praying?

Yes, and it isn't something to carry shame over. Changing your position or

What Do I Do With Unanswered Prayer?

When you cannot trace God's hand, trust His heart. Some prayers are answered with a no, some with a not yet. The posture Jesus modeled in Gethsemane, presenting the request and then surrendering to God's will, is the posture we're invited into while we wait.

What Does It Mean to War in the Spirit?

Warring in the spirit means actively partnering with God against the enemy's

How Do I Pray Scripture Over Someone?

Find a verse that speaks to what the person actually needs and pray it

Two Simple Prayer Rhythms to Start This Week

Start the day with scripture before screens, opening the Bible before

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Behind the Scenes Fall Updates: Hearing Jesus, Bible Study, Daily Affirmations

Summary

Hey friend, this one is a little different. It's a bonus "State of the Union" episode where Rachael shares what's changing behind the scenes: wrapping up the Psalm series, what's coming this fall (Bible Study 101, then Luke and Acts), why she started her own podcast network, an update on spiritual direction, and some personal family news about her daughters Addy and Georgia.

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Every time Rachael steps away from a straight Bible study to do an update episode like this, someone reaches out to ask if they missed the teaching. They didn't. This is a bonus episode, a chance for Rachael to share what's changing behind the scenes: a few prayer requests, some personal news, and some exciting updates for the podcast.

The Psalm series wrapped up recently, and it was actually a repeat of one Rachael taught four or five years ago. She stepped away from new teaching for a season to write a couple of books, and a lot of listeners have joined the show since then who never heard it the first time. Judging by the response, it was worth bringing back.

Two things. First, a short series called Bible Study 101. Then, the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, taught together as one long series. Luke and Acts were originally written as a two-part work, even though they were separated when Scripture was canonized. Rachael wanted to teach them the way they were first meant to be read, side by side.

It's a short, foundational series, less than a month long, built for anyone who feels like they're missing the "why" and "how" behind studying the Bible on their own. Rachael has taught this material in person for years, but realized not everyone listening has been with the podcast long enough to have picked it up. It's not meant to replace anything she produces. Her hope is that you'd walk away needing her less and depending on your own relationship with the Lord more. There will still be daily Scripture woven through it before Luke and Acts begins.

Email works anytime, or you can use the Speakpipe link in the show notes to leave a voice message. Rachael reads and listens to as many as she can, and questions about Bible Study 101, Luke, or Acts may get answered right in an episode.

This is the transparency part. Every podcaster has to cover the cost of equipment, software, and editing somehow, and ads are the usual way. The problem is that ad networks let companies self-certify what category their ad falls under, and nobody double-checks it. That's led to ads slipping through that don't match a faith-based show's values, sometimes without Rachael even knowing until a listener flagged it. So this past spring, she built her own network. It's not a perfect fix since the industry-wide self-certification problem still exists, but it gives her direct control to pull an ad the moment something doesn't sit right, and there's AI screening in the works to catch problems before they ever air.

No, and it was a hard call to make. Other parts of the ministry needed her full attention, and spiritual direction was what she had to let go of to make room. There's also a deeper reason: as much as she loves this community, she's not anyone's pastor, and a lot of what came up in those sessions belonged in the context of a local church relationship. If you were hoping to walk through that curriculum, it's available as a self-paced course called Knowing Jesus.

Just join the email list at rachaelgroll.com. That's it, no extra steps, and if you're already subscribed, you're automatically entered. There will be three giveaways over three weeks, each with a mix of favorite things: a tote, a women's Bible from Hosanna Revival, Bible highlighters and tabs, copies of a couple of Rachael's books, and a few other bonus surprises. The email list is also where you'll see the new book cover first, get prayer requests, and hear bonus content that never makes it to the podcast.

Two big transitions this fall. Her daughter Addy is heading to Southeastern University for a missions program, a decision that Rachael is thankful for and covets prayer over as Addy steps into this next season. And her oldest daughter, Georgia, who helps out part-time behind the scenes, is getting married this fall to someone she's known since preschool.

How long does the Bible Study 101 series run? Less than a month, starting this fall before the podcast moves into the Luke and Acts series.

Where can I find the Knowing Jesus course Rachael mentioned? It's on rachaelgroll.com. It's $97 and includes more than 12 hours of teaching, the same content Rachael used to walk people through in one-on-one spiritual direction.

What if I hear an ad on the podcast that doesn't feel right? Reach out by email or Speakpipe and let Rachael know. She can pull an ad from her own network directly, and she's actively working on AI screening to catch mismatched ads before they air.

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⁠⁠⁠⁠Tuesday: I Have Peace: Daily Affirmations,

This Tuesday episode offers powerful, Scripture-based affirmations to help you step into your week with boldness, peace, and purpose. As the world demands more, God invites you to rely on His strength. Through these promises, you’re reminded that you are never alone, never powerless, and never without purpose.

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Today’s daily affirmations are for strength and confidence for the week ahead. Whatever this week holds, you are not facing it alone. God is with you—strengthening you, guiding you, and fighting for you. No matter what challenges you encounter, you can walk in faith knowing that God has already prepared the way for you.

Affirmation:

Joshua

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Isaiah

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Philippians

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Ephesians

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Psalm

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2 Corinthians 5:7 

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Isaiah

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Exodus

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John

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Luke

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Ephesians

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James

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Romans

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Acts

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Galatians

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Philippians

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Deuteronomy

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Psalm

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James

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Romans

Closing

Lord,

 Listen daily and start your morning with God’s truth so you can

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Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 150: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Bible Study 

In today’s final episode of our Psalms series, we are celebrating Psalm 150 as a kind of grand finale of the Book of Psalms: it's all about praising and celebrating. Singing…. Dancing… Instruments… everyone and everything is called to praise the Lord. As we finish up this series, I pray that the message of the Psalms stays with you, and that you remember how incredibly much you are loved.

Today’s Key Verse:

Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6

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Monday: I Am Dearly Loved: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

Start your day with confidence, peace, and purpose through these Daily Affirmations for Adults. Each episode is a short but powerful way to realign your heart and mind with biblical truth. Speak life over your day, renew your faith, and step into God’s promises with Scripture-based affirmations.

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Here are your Monday affirmations. I will read the phrase, then you

Take a deep breath. This is a new day filled with God’s grace and

I am a child of God, chosen and loved.

1 John 3:1

I am fearfully and wonderfully made.

Psalm 139:14

I am fully known and loved fully by God.

Psalm 139:1–2

I have been chosen before the foundation of the world.

Ephesians 1:4

I am created in the image of God.

Genesis 1:27

I am redeemed and made new in Christ.

2 Corinthians 5:17

I am set apart for God’s purpose.

1 Peter 2:9

I am God’s masterpiece, created for good works.

Ephesians 2:10

I am loved with an everlasting love.

Jeremiah 31:3

I am called by name and belong to God.

Isaiah 43:1

I am not my past. I am a new creation.

2 Corinthians 5:17

I have been bought with a price and I belong to God.

1 Corinthians 6:20

I’m seated in heavenly places with Christ.

Ephesians 2:6

I am co-heir with Christ.

Romans 8:17

I am not rejected. I am accepted in Christ.

Ephesians 1:6

I am never alone. God is always with me.

Hebrews 13:5

I am valuable and precious in God’s sight.

Isaiah 43:4

I have been set free by the truth of Jesus.

John 8:36

I am more than a conqueror through Christ.

Romans 8:37

I am a light in this world, shining for Christ.

Matthew 5:14

I am God’s dwelling

1 Corinthians 3:16

I am forgiven and free from condemnation.

Romans 8:1

I have a divine purpose and calling from God.

Jeremiah 29:11

I am dearly loved and nothing can separate me from God’s love.

Romans 8:38–39

Father, thank You for reminding me who I am in You. Help me to

I hope these affirmations spoke to your heart today. If you want to

Listen daily and start your morning with

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Sunday: I Trust God With Every Conversation:  Daily Affirmations,

Today is about looking ahead with God. Before the week begins, we

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Repeat after me, then listen to the Bible verse.

I place this coming week in God’s hands.

Psalm

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Psalm

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Romans

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Proverbs

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Matthew

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James

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Psalm

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Isaiah

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2

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Habakkuk

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Psalm

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Micah

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Proverbs

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John

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Exodus

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Zechariah

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Psalm

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John

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Philippians

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Psalm

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Romans

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Hebrews

I

Psalm

Closing Prayer:

God, as I step into this new week, I place everything ahead of me

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Saturday: I Trust What's Unfinished to God: Daily Affirmations, Christian

As we slow down today, this is a chance to look back over the week

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Repeat after me, then listen to the Bible verse.

I

Psalm

I

Psalm

I

Psalm

I

Ecclesiastes

I

Psalm

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2

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Psalm

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Micah

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1

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Philippians

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Psalm

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Proverbs

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Hebrews

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Hebrews

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Matthew

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Isaiah

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Romans

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Lamentations

Closing Prayer:

God, thank You for walking with me through this week. Help me to

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Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 149: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Bible Study 

It is really easy to get overwhelmed when we are in the middle of spiritual warfare. In Psalm 149, we see a model for prayer when we are facing something bigger than ourselves. We can praise God because we know that He is the one who will bring the victory. I pray this episode blesses you.

Today’s Key Verse:

For the Lord takes delight in His people;  He crowns the humble with victory. Psalm 149:4

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Friday: I Trust God:  Daily Affirmations, Christian

End your week anchored in peace and presence. This episode invites

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Affirmations for rest, renewal, and surrender:

The week is ending, and as we step into the weekend, let’s take a

Repeat after me, then listen to the Bible verse.

I release my worries and trust God to handle what I cannot.

1 Peter 5:7

God’s peace fills my heart and I rest in His presence.

Matthew 11:28

I am not defined by my mistakes. God’s grace is greater than my

Lamentations 3:22–23

I let go of the need to control everything and surrender to God’s

Proverbs 3:5–6

I am deeply loved by God and nothing can separate me from His love.

Romans 8:38–39

God refreshes my soul and renews my strength.

Isaiah 40:31

I will be fully present today, trusting that God holds tomorrow.

Matthew 6:34

My body, mind, and spirit find rest in God alone.

Psalm 62:1

I let go of striving and choose to rest in God’s love.

Zephaniah 3:17

I step into the weekend with joy, knowing that God is in control.

Psalm 118:24

God’s presence is my safe place.

Psalm 91:1

I am fully

Psalm 139:1–2

I will not let stress steal my peace today.

Philippians 4:6–7

God is my refuge and I am safe in His hands.

Psalm 46:1

I do not need to have all the answers. I trust God.

Romans 11:33

God is fighting my battles and I can rest in His victory.

Exodus 14:14

I will not

Isaiah 41:13

I am held together by God’s love even when life feels overwhelming.

Colossians 1:17

God’s goodness and mercy follow me every day.

Psalm 23:6

I will not carry burdens that God has already taken from me.

Matthew 11:29–30

I am at peace because God is in control.

Isaiah 26:3

I trust in God’s timing even when I don’t understand.

Ecclesiastes 3:11

I will lay down my burdens and take on God’s.

Psalm 4:8

I am never alone for God is always with me.

Deuteronomy 31:6

No matter what happens today, God is still good.

Nahum 1:7

Closing Prayer:

Father, as this week comes to an end, I lay my burdens at Your

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Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 148: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Bible Study 

Today we are uncovering the deep connection between worship and the world around us. I pray this episode blesses you.

Today’s Key Verse:

Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his splendor is above the earth and the heavens. Psalm 148:13

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