Have you ever played would you rather? We played the other night, and my middle child got this question: Would you rather...walk on hot coals or walk on a bed of nails? Ouch. Neither. How about walking into fire? We're spending time in Daniel today!

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4l70y56 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

This week we're diving into stories in the Bible with unexpected plot twists, and the complexities of God's commands and the moral dilemmas they sometimes present. 

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4j2YQ2I 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

One of my dad's biggest frustrations growing up was that we would constantly leave the lights on when we left the house. He'd say the classic line, "What do you think, I work for the electric company?" And yes, friend, he actually did at that point. You can probably feel my teenage eye roll even from here. Luckily our Heavenly Father is okay with us keeping the lights on!

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4icPGAN 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

Are you more of a sweet or salty snack kind of person? I usually lean more toward salty. You already know I'm a fan of sour cream and onion Pringles, and can't really do sweets anymore. Today we're adding to our Beatitudes series with a bit more from the Sermon on the Mount. Here's a hint: Matthew 5:13 - "“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot." Let's talk about salt!

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4kx9hgv 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

We've been through nearly all of the Beatitudes, which are statements of Jesus that are blessings for certain characteristics God develops in our hearts. But today's is a little different as it's about being persecuted. Let's spend time in Matthew 5:10-12 to dig into this deeper.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4iYIuYM 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

I was once obsessed with the 1970s, embracing the music, fashion, and culture. I wore tie-dye, decorated my notebooks with peace-themed stickers, and even had a 70s-themed birthday party. My ideal of peace was shaped by a nostalgic view of that decade, influenced by messages like "give peace a chance." Today, we're studying what God thinks of peace and being Peacemakers. 

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3DJTPgx 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

Today's episode is for the person who has always felt the need to do the right thing and look good doing it. We all wear masks. Growing up and going to church, my mask was to do the right thing, and be praised for it. For example, having the right answers and the right questions, volunteering, saying yes, telling on everyone else... At the forefront of my mind was proving I was a good kid and being commended. Today, we're soaking in Matthew 5:8 - "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God."

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4ksYK69 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

The beatitudes are ways that God allows us to see the truth of our spiritual state before Him. Today we're focusing on being merciful. When did you experience unexpected mercy or grace? Deciding to be merciful is not really about us - It's about knowing you've received mercy, and being generous with it the way it was given generously to you.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/41VTznO 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

What do you reach for when you're hungry? How about when spiritually hungry? It's important to seek deeper, fulfilling spiritual nourishment by staying in the Word. Build that as a daily habit and it will fuel you and keep you spiritually strong. Let's dig in!

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4ij7eem 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods

If Jesus is gentle and humble (meek) - does that mean He's any less powerful?  The Greek word for meek is "praus," meaning gentle, quiet, or humble. This concept is strength under control. True power in God's kingdom is not about being loud or domineering but about serving others and embodying humility. Reflect on how you can demonstrate strength under control in your daily life.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3FiZgDr 

----------------

We’d love to encourage you to spend even more time in the Word. Find all the past episodes of The Bible for Busy People at Purposely.com 

We would love to hear from you! E-mail us at [email protected] 

Take a moment to leave a review and tell us what the Bible for Busy People means to you! This helps us reach even more people. 

Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter to get a reminder each day in your inbox of the podcast episode. https://purposely.com/email/ 

Follow Purposely:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/purposelypodcasts/ 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/purposelypodcasts 
Twitter - https://twitter.com/PurposelyPods