As we come to a close on our time in 1 Kings for now, we're finishing with one of the most sobering chapters of the Bible, charting Solomon's downfall. This episode is sponsored by Stewardship Stewardship is a UK-based charity that helps over 30,000 Christians be the best stewards of the resources God gives them. Whether you’re supporting a friend in mission, your local church, or a cause close to your heart, Stewardship makes it easy to give wisely, generously, and in a tax-effective way.&nb...
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As we come to a close on our time in 1 Kings for now, we're finishing with one of the most sobering chapters of the Bible, charting Solomon's downfall. This episode is sponsored by Stewardship Stewardship is a UK-based charity that helps over 30,000 Christians be the best stewards of the resources God gives them. Whether you’re supporting a friend in mission, your local church, or a cause close to your heart, Stewardship makes it easy to give wisely, generously, and in a tax-effective way.&nb...
As we come to a close on our time in 1 Kings for now, we're finishing with one of the most sobering chapters of the Bible, charting Solomon's downfall. This episode is sponsored by Stewardship Stewardship is a UK-based charity that helps over 30,000 Christians be the best stewards of the resources God gives them. Whether you’re supporting a friend in mission, your local church, or a cause close to your heart, Stewardship makes it easy to give wisely, generously, and in a tax-effective way.&nb...
The shards of blessing and warning we've seen so far in 1 Kings are gathering momentum in these chapters, as we see the glories of the kingdom, and the folly of the human heart side by side. This episode is sponsored by P&R Publishing P&R are dedicated to publishing excellent books that promote biblical understanding and godly living. They have a wide range of titles that aim to serve Christ and his church. US listeners can visit the P&R Publishing website to purchase the te...
With an extraordinary prayer, Solomon displays not only his own heart for the people, but ultimately Christ's heart for all his people. Come and join us as we take time to dwell on the nature of his prayer. This episode is sponsored by P&R Publishing P&R are dedicated to publishing excellent books that promote biblical understanding and godly living. They have a wide range of titles that aim to serve Christ and his church. US listeners can visit the P&R Publishing website to...
It's all about the temple today as the author of 1 Kings goes to town on describing it, and we're excited to delve into the riches of these details, ultimately showing us how it's fulfilled in Christ. This episode is sponsored by P&R Publishing P&R are dedicated to publishing excellent books that promote biblical understanding and godly living. They have a wide range of titles that aim to serve Christ and his church. US listeners can visit the P&R Publishing website to purch...
Join us for chapters 3 & 4 as the glories of God's wisdom and the rumblings of human folly are on display in the life and work of Solomon. This episode is sponsored by P&R Publishing P&R are dedicated to publishing excellent books that promote biblical understanding and godly living. They have a wide range of titles that aim to serve Christ and his church. US listeners can visit the P&R Publishing website to purchase the Heart Talks book recommended in today's episode.&n...
As we launch into the first two chapters, it's all about establishing God's king on the throne. There's conspiracy and complacency, and yet also wonderful confidence that in it all, God is at work, as we begin to see shadows of Christ in the story too. This episode is sponsored by P&R Publishing P&R are dedicated to publishing excellent books that promote biblical understanding and godly living. They have a wide range of titles that aim to serve Christ and his church. US listene...
It's a new season, and we're launching into the first 11 chapters of 1 Kings together! Come and join us as we talk through how we've got going with it, and what it's going to look like to study this important Old Testament narrative together. Want to receive these episodes straight into your inbox, together with some discussion questions and a prayer prompt? Sign up here! The texts mentioned in todays episode can be found here: Deuteronomy 17: 14-20 and 2 Samuel 7: 11-16. You can also r...
Complacency & conspiracy, wisdom & wealth, and grandeur & glory greet us in the pages of the first eleven chapters of 1 Kings. At the centre of it all is God's kingdom and his chosen King. Come and join us as we delve into the riches of this Old Testament narrative together! Our first episode drops next week on Friday 26th September. In the meantime, why not check out this seasons resources on our website or sign up to receive our weekly email, delivering the episode, a blog, disc...
One of our most popular episodes to date, our conversation with Sally was full of joy as she helped us see the true value of extending Christ's welcome to others through the very ordinary means of a cup of tea, and seeing how the Lord chooses to work through those moments. We hope the conversation continues to fuel your desire to extend Christ's welcome to others! Sally Clarkson hosts podcast 'At Home with Sally' and has authored many books including Teatime Discipleship. This episode i...
This was such a real and honest conversation for us all about what to do when Bible reading is just hard. With both vulnerability and Scripture-soaked wisdom, this was such a helpful conversation with Kristen, as she led us through both obstacles and remedies for when we're finding it hard to open our Bibles. Kristen is a pastor’s wife, mother, writer, and speaker. She's authored several books including: Help for the Hungry Soul and 12 Faithful Women. This episode is sponsored by ...
In her wonderfully down-to-earth manner, Karen brought such insight and light into our study on Ecclesiastes. With light-bulb and penny dropping moments for both of us, we continue to come back to her wisdom on Ecclesiastes, and remain so thankful for her friendship to us on the podcast! Karen Soole serves as a Women's Worker, a Bible teacher and author of Liberated and Unleash the Word. This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Je...
Gold dust. Every part of our time with Jen felt like gold - as we soaked in her wisdom in how to read the Bible better, how to grow in obedience to what it says, and how to keep coming back to the grace of God at work in our lives. It's a conversation we keep coming back to, and we pray it's just as helpful for you! Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher. Jen's books include Women of the Word, None Like Him and Ten Words To Live By. This episode is sponsored by The Good B...
Excitable doesn't even remotely cover what we found in Dane, as he started talking to us about Jesus in John's gospel! With contagious enthusiasm, this conversation with Dane remains one of our favourites, as our eyes were lifted to the glories of Christ! Dane is a pastor, author, and speaker. He's author of several books including Gentle and Lowly and Suprised by Jesus. This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, check out th...
We don't think we can overstate how significant our conversation with Nancy was part way through our Deuteronomy season. It is still so deeply memorable for us both, as she helped us to see Jesus in each page of the book, rooting our confidence in both Christ's presence and sufficiency. Enjoy coming with us, as we listen again to the riches of this conversation! Nancy Guthrie is an author, Bible teacher and speaker. Find out more about her workshops and books here. This episode is sponsored b...
Way back in the day, when we were just getting going with the podcast, Sam Allberry graciously joined us to talk through James chapter 2. His interview is still one of our favourites, not only because of his biscuit chat, but because he was so enormously helpful in pastorally walking us through one of the trickiest parts of James. It's been a joy to listen in again, and we hope it is for you too! Sam is a pastor, apologist, author and speaker. He is the author of a number of books...
As we kick off our 'Two Sisters & Friends' season, we're delighted to be joined by our friends Hunter Beless (founder and host of Journeywomen) and Courtney Doctor (Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition), as we chat about their newly released Bible study on Titus, and the joys of Titus shaped discipleship across the generations. This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, they aim to create and select biblical...
There's nothing quite like the value of a friendship that uplifts and encourages, with conversations that lead us to treasure Christ each time we meet. This season is all about appreciating afresh the wisdom of friends as we dig into the Bible together across the seasons! Our first episode drops next week on Friday 2nd May when we are joined by our friends, Courtney Doctor and Hunter Beless to talk about discipleship - see you then! In the meantime, why not check out this seasons resources o...
Our passages today are from: Mark 14:32-42 and Titus 2:11-14. Self-control - it's something we so often try to muster up in our own strength but in our final episode of our Bible study in the fruit of the spirit, we're talking about the importance of Jesus shaping our understanding of this word, and what it looks like to become more like him. Head to our website if you would like to sign up to receive our newsletters or to find questions to chat over with a friend. Thank you to all of you who...
The passages from todays episode are: Matthew 11:25-30 and Ephesians 4:1-3 As we near the end of our season in the Fruit of the Spirit, we're looking at the fruit of gentleness today - kindled by Christ, and something we're commanded to continue to grow in as we relate to those around us. Join us for our online Bible study as we look at Matthew 11 and Ephesians 4 today. This episode is sponsored by Moody Publishers. A Christian publisher, they aim to resource the church’s work of discipling a...
Todays passage is from: Hebrews 3:1-14 God's faithfulness is a phrase that will often roll off our tonuges, and yet we're also called to display this fruit in our lives. Join us in our conversation today as we open our Bibles and talk through what it means to both ground our minds and hearts in Christ's faithfulness, and overflow with it ourselves. This episode is sponsored by Moody Publishers. A Christian publisher, they aim to resource the church’s work of discipling all people, with titles...
As we come to a close on our time in 1 Kings for now, we're finishing with one of the most sobering chapters of the Bible, charting Solomon's downfall. This episode is sponsored by Stewardship Stewardship is a UK-based charity that helps over 30,000 Christians be the best stewards of the resources God gives them. Whether you’re supporting a friend in mission, your local church, or a cause close to your heart, Stewardship makes it easy to give wisely, generously, and in a tax-effective way.&nb...
