There's More

Can you relate to the idea of feeling a little bored as you read through your Bible study or crack open your Bible? Today's part two episode walks you through 5 things to do as you're reading your Bible.

1. Get to know God

2. Go slow

3. Grab a pen

4. Let the Bible teach you the Bible

5. Follow what the Spirit leads

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Have you ever felt bored in the Bible? Today I share 5 ways to shift from boredom to delight.

Could talking about the tabernacle possibly get you excited to spend more time with God? We are about to find out! I heard a quote from Marty Solomon when he was teaching on the tabernacle that says “I believe there is an indirect promise that if we create the space for God, He will fill it.” Let's talk about what that looks like!

A thought that I've been trying to figure out: “Its possible to know a lot about God, but not know God”. What's the difference? Why does this matter?

I talk about the difference laid out in Pslam 103:7 between God's ways and God's acts, and the invitation we have to KNOW our creator. 

Summarizing the last year is hard- the birth of my daughter and the death of my dad seem too much for just 12 months to hold. But in the midst of mourning, God taught me a beauty of loving him "with all my strength", and how that was exemplified in my father. 

Could where you physically sit when you spend time with God matter? Can the location of your God time impact your relationship with Him? Why are we such advocates for hiding in a prayer closet? On this episode you'll hear from Noelle Beck, Laura Veale, + Hannah Nitz as they share practical tips for their time with God and the secret of "shutting your door".

You know how you look forward to dates with your spouse or hanging out with your best friend? What if you could also look forward to spending an entire day with God? In this episode I share why I intentionally have retreat days and give you three reasons why it's a good idea. Watch out, I also assign homework. 

I didn’t really like the Bible the past 10 years. I can say that I appreciated it, but I didn’t enjoy it or crave it. Do you really like the Bible? When Psalm 19 says that the Bible is better than gold and honey, could it actually be true? Join me as I walk through these verses and how God's word could be even better than sugar coated treasure. 

I know God is disappointed with parts of me- I don't spend enough time with Him or do what right. I still feel weird about how crazy I was in college- doesn't it make God sad that I used to do all of those things? I can't lead a Bible study at church yet, I still wrestle with temptation and sin.

Many of us aren't experiencing the MORE when it comes to the freedom of the gospel. As Christians who love God and have accepted the gospel, are we actively letting it impact the way we view ourselves and view God? Join Noelle Beck for some ground-shaking truth.

While reading the Bible these last few months, I keep seeing the word “hidden”. I read about God’s hidden wisdom, his hidden mysteries, and his hidden kingdom. If all of these things are so great, why would God hide them? Why would God hide something that he wants everyone to know? 

As I've been studying this concept, I've found three reasons why God operates this way! Could his hiding actually be for our benefit?

We asked for your questions about time with God, and you delivered! Join Hannah Nitz, Noelle Beck, Laura Veale, and Juli Slattery as they answer your questions about spending time with God.

What is the goal of time with God? // How do I spend time with God and do my Bible study? // What does your time with God look like? // Can I fully be close with God and my spouse? // How can a parent with young kids prioritize time with God? // Does your time with God always feel great?

Every day, I woke up with a list of things I wanted and was motivated for (fun, accomplishment, people thinking I'm cool, being skinny enough). In studying the book of John, I realized Jesus is inviting me into something to satisfying that I would never thirst for those things again. Is it actually possible? Join me as I talk through John 4!

Many of us grew up with this idea of "quiet time", where we quietly sit in a corner with a 15 minute devotional each morning. When it comes to experiencing the "more" of God this podcast often talks about, we have something different in mind for your daily routine. Join Noelle Beck, Laura Veale, and Hannah Nitz as they share why they want to cancel quiet time and what they are inviting you into instead.

It it that simple? Could understanding God does things WITH me and not just FOR me really make all the difference? Hannah shared a few verses she has been reading recently and how God has blown her mind with what this little word means.  

The Coronavirus forced churches across the country to close their buildings and put a pause on all in-person get togethers, but it’s OK. Hannah shares her semi-controversial opinion that temporarily pausing all Christian churches and communities could be better for the long term health of believers. You'll also get to hear from Hannah's mentor of 20 years- Noelle Beck!

God doesn’t need our help, he wants our relationship.  God doesn’t need our doing, he wants our desire. Do you believe that? What does it mean to quit "doing" and instead have a heart that just wants God? Hannah shares this paradigm shift and encourages you to stop doing so much.

We discuss humility, giving up neutral things, the tension between the freedom of the gospel and surrender, and what it looks like to grow your desire for God. Oh, and the ending of the "Hannah Show".