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In this episode of The Good Portion Podcast, Brooke dives into the importance of having a proper process when reading the Bible. She discusses why simply having the Holy Spirit does not guarantee correct interpretation and addresses common pitfalls in Bible study, such as the "fortune cookie" method, overachieving, selective reading, and idolizing theologians. Brooke emphasizes the need for careful, personal engagement with scripture, encouraging listeners to test all teachings against the Word of God. The episode concludes with a reminder that the goal of sound doctrine is to preserve the beauty of God and to foster a deeper relationship with Him.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Introduction and episode overview
• 00:35 – The importance of process in reading scripture
• 01:20 – Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit at the Last Supper
• 03:40 – Why Christians interpret scripture differently
• 05:30 – The necessity of proper interpretation and exegesis
• 09:10 – Common mistakes: “Fortune Cookie” Bible reading
• 13:45 – The “Overachiever” approach and its pitfalls
• 17:05 – The “Golden Corral” (selective reading) method
• 18:45 – Idolizing theologians over personal study
• 20:30 – Encouragement to engage personally with scripture
• 21:50 – Preview of next episode and closing thoughts

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In this episode of the Good Portion Podcast, Brooke explores three practical ways to deepen communion with God. She discusses the importance of starting with knowledge—how true intimacy with God begins with understanding His character through scripture. Brooke emphasizes the need for intentional, consistent engagement with the Bible, likening it to tending a fire that needs regular attention. Finally, she explains how obedience is not a burden but an invitation to experience God’s love more fully, and how real joy and transformation come from aligning our actions and hearts with God’s truth. Listeners are encouraged to approach their relationship with God with intentionality, passion, and a willingness to act in faith.

00:00 - Introduction & Welcome
00:35 - Recap: The Bible as a Love Story
01:02 - Three Ways to Deepen Communion with God
01:11 - Step 1: Intimacy Begins with Information
02:34 - Head Knowledge vs. Heart Knowledge
06:13 - Approaching the Bible as Living Words
10:13 - Step 2: Intentionality in Relationship
13:43 - Tending the Fire: Consistency in the Word
16:44 - Step 3: Intimacy Through Obedience
20:03 - Experiencing Joy Through Obedience
27:28 - Changing the Way We Think, Act, and Feel
28:41 - Rekindling Passion for God
29:34 - God’s Unwavering Love
30:22 - Closing Thoughts & Next Episode Preview

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• Recap & Purpose (00:35)
  A brief recap of the previous episode’s focus on why the Word is essential, and a transition to today’s topic: how to approach the Bible.

• The Bible as One Story (01:36)
  Brooke explains the Bible’s unity—written by 40+ authors over 1,500 years, yet telling a single story of redemption and God’s love.

• Context Matters (02:18)
  Using the analogy of reading only one chapter of a novel, Brooke stresses the importance of understanding the Bible’s overarching narrative for true meaning.

• Western vs. Eastern Reading (04:37)
  Discussion of how Western readers often ask, “What does this mean for me?” while Eastern readers focus on, “What does this teach me about God?”

• The Meta-Narrative: Creation, Fall, Redemption, Restoration (06:31)
  A breakdown of the Bible’s big story:

  • Creation (07:11)
  • The Fall (07:24)
  • Redemption through Christ (08:14)
  • Restoration and the hope of Christ’s return (09:45)

• Old Covenant vs. New Covenant (10:54)
  Explains the difference between the Old and New Testaments, the purpose of the law, and how Jesus fulfills the new covenant.

• Jesus in the Old Testament (13:27)
  Brooke uses the analogy of an ultrasound to describe how Jesus is present throughout the Old Testament, even before His incarnation.

• Where We Are in the Story (14:26)
  Listeners are encouraged to see themselves living between redemption and restoration, awaiting Christ’s return.

• Pearls of Redemption (15:05)
  The Bible’s stories are like pearls, each beautiful on its own but more meaningful when strung together as part of God’s redemptive plan.

• Invitation to Intimacy (16:51)
  The Bible is not just an academic text but an invitation to intimacy with God, likened to a romance and the ultimate love story.

• Marriage Imagery in Scripture (18:17)
  Explores the symbolism of marriage in the Bible, from Adam and Eve to the wedding feast of the Lamb in Revelation.

• Union and Communion with Christ

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Join Brooke as she discusses WHY studying the Word is so important, and why women in particular struggle to squeeze alone time with God into their already crowded schedules. The struggle is REAL y'all! Learn how God's love is waiting to meet your right where you are in the midst of all your mess! 

(0:00) Introduction

(5:20) Are you hungry for the Word?

(13:16) Every Woman's Battle to Spend Time In The Word

(22:30) The Story of the Woman Who "Did What She Could"

For Free Bible Study Resources Please Visit:

brookehamlin.org/resources

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