We know God invites us to rest… so why is it so hard sometimes?

Join Ruth for a conversation about rest—mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual—and what role our hearts play in it.

Scripture Referenced
Matthew 11:28-30

Resources Mentioned
Return to Rest Evening Reflection Journal
Beholding and Becoming by Ruth Chou Simons
Emmanuel by Ruth Chou Simons
Reactivity by Paul David Tripp

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If you've ever shrunk back in fear instead of moving forward because you felt underqualified... this episode is for you.

Tune in to hear what truth Ruth preaches to herself when she doubts her own resources, strength, or qualification to do what God has asked her to.

Scripture Referenced
Acts 4:11-13

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In this episode, Ruth and Eve catch up about what they're loving, learning, and letting go of.

Grab a cup of coffee and listen in on their conversation about everything from a general sense of malaise, to giving thanks for community, learning to deadlift, embracing black coffee, and letting go of needing a super tidy house.

Resources Mentioned
Look to Jesus Reflection Set

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In a culture that idolizes youth, what does it look like to love the season you’re in, regardless of how you might feel about your body? 

Join Ruth for an honest convo about being 49 and what she’s doing to embrace the life God’s given her… today.

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Ever felt like your choices or successes aren’t celebrated? Or experienced some resistance about the path you're on from the people you love? You’re not alone, friend!

In today’s episode, Ruth shares 5 encouragements for staying faithful to the path God’s called you to when you feel lonely and misunderstood.

Scripture Referenced
Colossians 3:23-24
1 Peter 5:6-7

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Even when things aren't playing out as you'd hoped, you can rejoice!

In this episode, Ruth reflects on a social media post from 2020 and the power of YET in the truth she's (still!) preaching to herself.

Scripture Referenced
Psalm 42
Psalm 103
Habakkuk 3:17-18

Resources Mentioned
S1 | Preach To Yourself (The GraceLaced Podcast)
GraceLaced Verse Cards

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Ever feel like social media is making you lose your mind? Or even your soul? In this episode, Ruth shares her own personal guardrails for navigating social media and honoring Christ.

Whether you're a content creator or someone sharing photos with friends on a private account, this episode is sure to encourage and give you food for thought.

Scripture Referenced
Philippians 2:3-4
John 3:30

Resources Mentioned
Social Sanity in an Insta World

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Mancub 2 is in his junior year of a graphic design degree and loves to cook, write, and draw. Tune in for this conversation between Ruth and her second oldest son about all things art, the limits of AI, and the uniqueness of individual creative expression.

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It's so easy to get wrapped up in temporary, earthly things... even though they were never meant to satisfy. Join Ruth for this Preach To Yourself (PTY) episode and hear what she's reminding herself about where her true hope is found.

Scripture Referenced

1 Peter 1:3-4

John 17:3

Revelation 21:4

1 John 2:25

2 Corinthians 5:17

Galatians 6:9

Resources Mentioned

Preach to Yourself Deck: 52 Reminders of Our Hope Eternal

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In this episode, Ruth welcomes former co-host, Eve, back for a conversation between friends. Tune in to hear what each of them is loving, learning, and leaving behind in their current season.

Resources Mentioned
Deep Work by Cal Newport
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