This might be the week when Bible reading doesn’t feel hard—just ordinary.

If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve already read this,” or “I don’t feel anything new,” you may actually be closer to spiritual formation than you realize.

In this episode of My Name Is Daughter, we explore:

• Why repetition often feels boring

• Why Scripture actually depends on repetition

• How God uses ordinary, repeated faithfulness to shape us over time

We live in a culture obsessed with novelty, but God is invested in depth. Throughout Scripture, truth is repeated—not because God lacks creativity, but because formation takes time.

If you’ve felt pressure to move on when God may be inviting you to stay, this conversation is for you.

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Almost two weeks into the new year, the excitement has faded—and now real life has taken over. This is often the moment when Bible reading shifts from inspirational to practical, and consistency starts to feel like pressure instead of invitation.

In this episode of My Name Is Daughter, we reframe what consistency with God actually means. Not perfection. Not streaks. Not keeping up—but faithful returning.

You’ll hear:

1. Why consistency doesn’t mean equal output every day.
2. Biblical examples that reveal God’s grace toward our capacity.
3. Practical ways to build rhythm with God without burnout

If you’re trying to solidify a rhythm with God—or already feel tension between your desire and what you realistically have to give—this conversation is for you.

You don’t need more pressure.

You need permission to stay.

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If you started the year wanting to read the Bible more—but already feel like you’re slipping—you’re not alone. And you’re not failing.In this episode of My Name Is Daughter, we talk honestly about why Bible reading often feels unsustainable, especially for busy women and moms, and why that doesn’t mean you don’t love God “enough.”We’ll explore:Why good intentions don’t always translate to consistencyHow Scripture was originally designed to be engagedWhat a slower, more relational approach to the Bible can actually look likeYou don’t read the Bible to become loved.You read it because you are loved.💛 If this episode encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share it with another woman who might need this reminder today.🔗 Connect with Me🎙 Podcast: My Name Is Daughter📺 Subscribe for weekly faith & Bible study encouragement - ⁠http://subscribepage.io/dWUQED⁠ 📩 Stay tuned—more coming in February for women who want to engage Scripture relationally, not rigidly.

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