Have you ever had questions about the Bible that you were too afraid to ask?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes pastor and author Tim Chaddick to dive deep into the wisdom books of the Bible. Tim shares his journey from a non-believing youth to becoming a preacher, discusses his passion for expository preaching, and provides insights into the wisdom books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. The conversation covers how these books describe and prescribe life, the challenges they present to readers, and how they ultimately point to Christ as the fulfillment of biblical wisdom. Tim also shares how he hopes to continue growing in his relationship with the Bible and his desire to pass on his knowledge to the next generation.

Episode Highlights:

• Tim’s journey from a secular upbringing to becoming a Christian pastor
• The importance and approach of expository preaching in understanding scripture
• Insights into the wisdom books: Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes, and their significance
• Contradictions in Proverbs?
• Ecclesiastes' special role in framing life for unbelievers

Resources Mentioned:

• Tim’s website: https://www.timchaddick.com/ 
• "The Truth About Lies" by Tim Chaddick
• "Better: How Jesus Satisfies the Search for Meaning" by Tim Chaddick
• "Three Philosophies of Life" by Peter Kreeft
• Blue Letter Bible and Bible Gateway for online Bible resources
• From Gay to Gospel: The Fascinating Story of Becket Cook

#LoveTheBible #WisdomBooks #ExpositoryPreaching #BiblicalWisdom #ChristianPodcast #Job #Proverbs #Ecclesiastes #TimChaddick #BibleStudy #SpiritualGrowth

#KristinNave #shelovesbible #RealityVentura

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Bio:
  • Tim Chaddick is the Pastor for Preaching at Reality Ventura and Founding Pastor of Reality Church London and Reality LA. A native to California, Tim's first ten years of church-planting ministry started as the Lead Pastor of Reality LA in 2006, a thriving church in the heart of Hollywood, before planting Reality London in the UK in 2016. In 2021, Tim returned to California to take up the Pastor for Preaching role at Reality Ventura. Tim, his wife Lindsey, and 3 daughters currently live in Ventura, California.

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What is the Metanarrative and how could it help unlock Bible Study for you?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes Elizabeth Woodson, a Bible teacher, theologian, and author, to discuss common myths in Bible study and the importance of properly approaching Scripture. Elizabeth shares her journey of falling in love with the Bible from a young age and offers practical guidance on overcoming challenging books and passages, as well as common misconceptions in reading the Bible. They dive into topics such as declining biblical literacy, tips for hard to interpret passages, and the significance of learning the metanarrative of Scripture. Elizabeth also introduces her upcoming Bible study on the book of Galatians. 

Highlights:

• The myth that Bible study should be easy
• Our culture of immediacy and how it impacts Bible study
• The metanarrative of Scripture in studying difficult books like Obadiah
• Discussion about handling differing interpretations of Scripture
• Elizabeth’s new Bible study on Galatians, "Live Free,"

Resources Mentioned:

• Elizabeth’s website: www.thewoodsoninstitute.org 
• Elizabeth article: A Common Myth About Bible Study: It Should Be Easy
• Elizabeth’s book: From Beginning to Forever: A Study of the Grand Narrative of Scripture.
• Elizabeth upcoming Bible study on Galatians: "Live Free"
• App: Lectio 365.

#LoveTheBible #ElizabethWoodson #BibleStudy #Galatians #BibleLiteracy #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianFaith #FaithJourney #PodcastEpisode #metanarrative #grandnarrative 

#KristinNave #shelovesbible #livefree  #ElizabethWoodson

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest Bio:

• Elizabeth Woodson is a Bible teacher, theologian, author, and the Founder of The Woodson Institute, an organization that equips believers to understand and grow in their Christian faith. She loves helping people internalize their faith and connect it practically to everyday life. With over a decade of experience in church ministry, Elizabeth is passionate about creating pathways for discipleship and theological education in the local church. Elizabeth is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a Masters in Christian Education. She is a contributing author for World on Fire and the author of the book Embrace Your Life: How To Find Joy When The Life You Have Is Not The Life You Hoped For and From Beginning To Forever: A Study of the Grand Narrative of Scripture. She is also the host of the podcast Starting Place,where she talks about what Christians Believe and how those beliefs connect to our everyday lives

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Have you ever wondered why the gospels sometimes tell the same story differently?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave interviews Jeremy Treat, pastor for preaching and vision at Reality LA, adjunct professor of theology at Biola University, and author of multiple books. Together they dive into the uniqueness of the perspectives of each of the gospels, why they sometimes differ, and the significance of the kingdom of God in Jesus’ ministry. Jeremy also shares insights from his recent book, “Politics and the Way of Jesus”  and how Christians can engage politically with a Kingdom mindset and in their everyday lives.

Highlights:

• Jeremy’s personal Bible study and meditation practices
• Understanding differences between the Gospels and their theological depth
• The Parables as a Window, Mirror and Door
• The significance of the Kingdom of God in Jesus' teachings
• Jesus and Politics and how Christians should engage politically with a Kingdom perspective
• Hope and unity in Christ regardless of political outcomes

Resources Mentioned:

• Jeremy book "Politics in the Way of Jesus"
• More of Jeremy’s Books
• Discovery Bible Study
• Jeremy Treat’s next book: "Renewal in Christ, Athanasius on the Christian Life"

#LoveTheBible #JeremyTreat #BibleStudy #KingdomOfGod #ChristianPodcast #SeekFirst #PoliticsAndFaith #atonement #gospels #election 

#KristinNave #shelovesbible #JeremyTreat #RealityLA

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Jeremy Treat (PhD, Wheaton College) is Pastor for Preaching and Vision at Reality LA in Los Angeles, California and Adjunct Professor of Theology at Biola University. He is the author of The Crucified King,

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Ever wonder how to keep your children engaged with The Bible as a busy mom?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave sits down with Lindsey Carroll to discuss her journey from a full-time marketing career to homeschooling her children and creating theologically rich resources for Christian families. Lindsey shares about her favorite resources for women and families, emphasizing the integration of Bible teaching into all of daily life, and not just a structured time once a day. The conversation covers practical advice for overwhelmed parents, the importance of modeling Christian behavior, and the significance of consistent and engaging Bible study that provides learning not only for the kids, but parents, at the same time.

Highlights:

• Lindsey’s decision to leave her marketing career to homeschool
• Transitioning from storybook Bibles to reading the real Bible with young children and the use of translations
• Practical tips for overwhelmed, including teachable moments throughout the day and audio Bibles.
• Modeling Christian behavior through everyday actions
• Lindsey discusses the creation of her educational studies, including her favorite project “Foundations of the Bible”

Resources Mentioned:

• "Driven by Grace" - Lindsey Carroll's company
• "Women of the Word" by Jen Wilkin
• "bible.is" - App for engaging audio Bible experiences
• Lindsey Carroll's curriculum "Foundations of the Bible"
• Lindsey’s Instagram: @drivenbygrace
• The Bible Recap Podcast

#LoveTheBible #BiblicalParenting #FaithAndFamily #ChristianResources #BibleStudy #InHerShoe #DrivenByGrace #ChristianParenting #motherhood #ChristianMom #HomeschoolingFaith #ModelingFaith

#KristinNave #shelovesbible #lindseycarroll #drivenbygrace

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Lindsey Caroll is the owner of Driven by Grace, a company committed to creating theologically rich resources for Christian families. Her best-selling studies include "In Her Shoes," which is a Bible study about mothers in the Bible and applying their life lessons to your journey. Her other best-seller is "Foundations of the Bible," which is a 3-volume Bible curriculum for families. Lindsey is passionate about equipping kids with first-hand knowledge of God's Word so they can know the truth and stand up for it. She is a homeschool mom of three children (9 and under) and has been married to her husband, Brendon, for 12 years. In her free time, she enjoys running, going to the beach, watching the

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What do you do when you feel your faith buckling under the weight of doubt?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes Bethany Lauren for a rich discussion on maintaining faith amidst doubts, the interplay between doubt and belief, and the recent revival of cultural Christianity amongst secular thinkers. Bethany shares her personal journey, highlighting the critical role of scripture and community in navigating faith crises, while offering practical advice for others facing similar struggles. She also shares about her Bible Boot Camp initiative and emphasizes the importance of understanding faith as trust in the faithfulness of Jesus.

Highlights:

• Bethany’s insights on engaging with scripture while facing doubts
• Discussion on the trend of cultural Christianity and intellectual engagement with biblical teachings
• Kristin’s encouragement that doubt can coexist with faith
• Bethany's personal journey through doubt, deconstruction and resources that helped
• Bethany's 30-Day Bible Boot Camp

Resources Mentioned:

• Bible Boot Camp 30-day challenge
• Books by Josephus and other historical texts on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus
• Alpha course -  exploring faith and doubt in a community setting
• Bethany’s Podast Simply Bible Podcast
• Bethany's Instagram page: @simply_bible

#LoveTheBible #FaithAndDoubt #BibleBootCamp #SimplyBiblePodcast #Christianity #ScriptureStudy #TrustInJesus #deconstruction #newatheism #community #KristinNave #shelovesbible #bethanylauren

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Bio:
  • Bethany has been micro-blogging on Instagram since 2017 under the handle @simply_bible, where she teaches her followers how to love and study the Bible. She is also the creator of Bible Bootcamp, a 30-day Bible reading challenge, and At Home Seminary, a self-led theology program.
    
    In 'real life,' Bethany teaches Humane Letters (philosophy, history, and literature) at a classical high school. She has been married to Joel for twelve years and together they have two daughters, Selah and Emery.

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What do you do when you don’t understand something you’re reading in the Bible?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes guest Meghan Harvey to discuss the obstacles to studying the Bible. Megan shares her journey from struggling with selective storytelling and taking verses out of context in church to discovering a deeper, more personal understanding of scripture.The conversation covers modern distractions, the importance of community and mentorship, valuing the entire canon of scripture, and practical tips for integrating Bible study into daily routines. Both Kristin and Megan emphasize the need for creating safe spaces for questions and finding personalized routines and plans that help you to engage with God's word consistently.

Highlights:

• Meghan discusses initial struggles with reading the Bible in context.
• Perspective on modern distractions, like phones, and managing them.
• The importance of Bible study groups and older mentors.
• Meghan shares her daily Bible study routine
• Meghan shares how the Kristin and the Psalms have influenced her

Resources Mentioned:

• Meghan’s IG account: @she_lives_loved
• "New Morning Mercies" by Paul David Tripp (recommended devotional)

Hashtags

#LoveTheBible #BibleStudy #FaithJourney #ChristianPodcast #Inspiration #ScriptureStudy  #KristinNave #shelovesbible #shelivesloved #leviticus

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Bio:
  • What started out as a way to share my bible journaling, turned into an Instagram community of women eager to learn more about how to study the bible and make it a habit in their life. I'm Megs and I am a Jesus follower, wife, and mom of 3 wonderful children. I was born and raised in England and now reside in Alberta, Canada. I love hot coffee, but won't say no to a nicely brewed tea either. I am passionate about encouraging women to remember they are living loved by an awesome God who has a plan and purpose for their lives.

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Did you know that there are more people living in slavery today than at any other time in history? Where is our hope against this injustice?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave is joined by Shannon Sergey, founder and CEO of Forever Found, to explore the intersection of biblical teachings on slavery and the urgent crisis of modern-day human trafficking. Kristin discusses the context of Hebrew slavery as detailed in the Old Testament, highlighting its regulations and humanitarian provisions. Shannon elaborates on the differences between ancient practices and present-day trafficking, emphasizing the Bible's principles of equality and humane treatment, . The episode underscores Christianity's historical role in abolishing slavery and delves into Forever Found's impactful work in shining the light of Christ in the darkness and seeing freedom and healing for those who have experienced trafficking and exploitation. With personal stories of hope and faith, they address misconceptions, the influence of trauma, and the vital call for modern abolitionists.

Highlights:

• Kristin and Shannon discuss Slavery in the Bible
• Shannon shares current statistics and causes of sex trafficking
• Shannon shares stories from the field
• Kristin shares from her own experiences
• Practical steps for listeners

Resources Mentioned:

• Shannon's organization: Forever Found (www.foreverfound.org)
• Forever Found on Instagram: @forever_found
• Abiding Free Podcast
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Hashtags

#LoveTheBible #HumanTraffickingAwareness #ModernDayAbolition #BiblicalTeachings #FaithInAction #ForeverFound #EndSlavery #ChristianityAndJustice #KristinNave #shelovesbible #abidingfree #shannonsergey #sextrafficking

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Bio:
  • Shannon is a Southern California-born follower of the creator and king of the universe. She has been featured in numerous newspapers, podcasts, talk shows, and radio shows as a leader and advocate for the rescue and forever freedom of trafficked youth here in the US and overseas. She currently serves as the CEO and founder of the anti human trafficking organization Forever Found and is the host of the Abiding Free Podcast. Shannon's heart is to boldly speak the life giving truth that is in a daily relationship with Jesus that true freedom is found in all of life's circumstances. She has seen this in her own life walking through significant chronic illness and traumas, all of which God has used to draw her closer to the arms of her savior. She loves her primary ministry as homemaker and mother to 4 passionate children and the adoring, though many times sarcastic wife to her childhood sweetheart and husband, Taylor.

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Do you ever wonder why biblical literacy is declining in a time when there has never been more helpful resources?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave talks with Megan Rawlings, the CEO and founder of The Bold Movement, to explore the paradox of declining biblical literacy amid an abundance of resources. They discuss the importance of context and comprehension in Bible reading, the pitfalls of treating it like a checklist, and the critical role of exegesis in understanding scripture. Megan shares insights on slowing down to grasp deeper lessons and highlights how often Scripture is misinterpreted as being about ourselves rather than God. The episode also introduces "theboldmovement.com" and their upcoming Advent Bible study, emphasizing the value of encouraging women to study the Bible directly and supporting each other in ministry.

Highlights:

• Why more Bible reading doesn’t lead to comprehension
• Importance of slowing down and gaining context
• Primary, secondary, and tertiary issues
• Social pressures Christians face about belief
• The BOLD Movement’s upcoming Advent Bible study

Resources Mentioned:

• Website:www.theboldmovement.com
• Talk Bible to Me Podcast
• Advent Bible study by Megan Rawlings (set for release in November)

Hashtags

#LoveTheBible #BiblicalLiteracy #TheBoldMovement #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Exegesis #FaithJourney #AdventStudy #womeninministry #KristinNave #shelovesbible

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Bio:
  • Megan Rawlings is the CEO and founder of The Bold Movement. The Bold Movement is a ministry that trains women in Biblical literacy and resources women to be bold in their faith. She earned her Masters degree in theology from Kentucky Christian University. When she is not writing curriculum or teaching, she is a board member of Christian Standard, cohost of the podcast, Talk Bible to Me, and teaches at The Bold Movement Academy. She is also the prayer chair for ICOM 2024. She has a passion for knowing the Bible and has studied Greek with her private tutor, Dr. Jim Girdwood for the past seven years.
  • She is married to Matt Rawlings, a doctor, attorney, and pastor—no, she is not exaggerating. Together, they serve their congregation, Christ’s Community Church, and reside in the foothills of Appalachia in southern Ohio. Some of Megan’s favorite things are Hallmark movies, Pierre Water, Bible trivia, and her family. Fun fact, Megan is the godmother to seven children.

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Is struggling with our emotional and mental health a weakness in our faith?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave engages in a deep conversation with biblical counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist Carole Reitsma about the impact of emotional dysfunction and generational sins on our souls, as rooted in biblical teaching. Together they explore the concepts of sanctification, the importance of emotional health in the spiritual journey, and the inherited nature of emotional issues, drawing on the example of King David and his family struggles. Carole also deep dives into practical ways to address emotional confrontations and the importance of relationships and intimacy with God, offering listeners insights into achieving emotional health grounded in biblical principles.

Highlights:

• Inherited emotional dysfunction and its biblical references.
• The difference between spiritual salvation and ongoing emotional sanctification
• King David as an example.
• Emotional dysfunction signaling unresolved issues
• The “emotional matador" technique of handling intense emotional situations
• Replacing lies with biblical truth.

Resources Mentioned:

• Carole’s book: "Relationship Road"
• Carole’s YouTube Channel: "The Relationship Road"
• Website: https://relationshiproad.com/  
• Email Carole: [email protected]
• Recommended authors: Henry Cloud and John Townsend

Hashtags

#LoveTheBiblePodcast #EmotionalHealing #ChristianCounseling #BiblicalHealth #relationshiproad #CaroleReitsma #SpiritualJourney #EmotionalSanctification #KingDavid #FaithAndFeelings #ChristianPodcast  #KristinNave #shelovesbible

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Bio:
  • Carole Reitsma is a biblical counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist who has been counseling thousands of Christians for the past 25 years. She is the author of Relationship Road, a book that teaches us how to go from feeling alone, hurt, and lost to having fulfilling relationships with God, ourselves and others. Along with being an author Carole was an adjunct professor at a large Christian university, and has provided countless workshops and talks on emotional and spiritual health to various audiences. Carole lives in Southern California with her husband of 40 plus years and her son.

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Do you ever feel yourself being crushed under the weight of “mom guilt” and the expectations of motherhood?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave sits down with Laura Wifler, a writer, podcaster, and co-founder of Risen Motherhood. Laura takes us on a deep dive into the profound impact of motherhood on her faith journey, addressing challenges, and the process of integrating biblical teachings into parenting. The discussion includes navigating moments of doubt, the pressures of societal expectations, and the importance of understanding the meta-narrative of Scripture and God’s plan in our lives. Laura also shares practical insights from her newest book, "Gospel Mom," offering encouragement for mothers in various stages of life to deepen their relationship with the Jesus through the Bible.

Highlights:

• Challenge of motherhood to faith
• Laura’s experience with doubting God and finding support
• Kristin’s challenges as a parent
• Making parenting choices based on Scripture, not society.
• Laura's decision to choose public school
• How Laura studies the Bible

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: "Gospel Mom" by Laura Wifler & Emily Jensen
• Risen Motherhood ministry: https://www.risenmotherhood.com 
• Laura’s book “Like Me” about teaching children about disabilities
• Laura’s site: https://laurawifler.com 

Hashtags

#LoveTheBible #ParentingWithFaith #GospelMom #BiblicalMotherhood #ChristianParenting #RisenMotherhood #momguilt

 #KristinNave #shelovesbible

Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest:

• Bio:
  • Laura Wifler is a writer, podcaster, and co-founder of Risen Motherhood and is based in central Iowa. She has authored multiple bestselling, award-winning books for children, including, "Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer," and "Like Me," and is the co-author of the bestselling Risen Motherhood book. You can find her on laurawifler.com or @laurawifler on Instagram. Laura is a wife and mother of three beautiful children.

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