How to Abide in Christ When You Feel Weary, Wandering, or Withered
Release Date: 06/05/2025
How to Pray When You Don’t Know What to Say
WRAP Yourself in the Word
In this heartfelt episode, Joni explores the final step in the WRAP practice, PRAY, and discusses how prayer becomes a personal, transformative experience when rooted in God's Word. She offers powerful insights into how prayer affects us neurologically, cognitively, emotionally, and spiritually, and encourages us to pray Scripture genuinely and deeply, even when words fail to express our thoughts. This episode reminds us that God is not judging our prayers; He is inviting us into intimacy, honesty, and healing through conversation with Him. Listen in to learn more: ...
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How to Meditate on God’s Word: Applying Scripture to Transform Your Life
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In this episode, we explore the third step in the WRAP practice: Apply. Learning how to meditate on Scripture in a way that transforms our thoughts, emotions, and actions. Through personal story, biblical insight, and Tim Keller’s definition of meditation, you’ll discover how God uses His Word to renew your heart and reshape your life. You’ll also learn six powerful questions to help you apply any verse of Scripture with clarity, integrity, and grace. Listen in to learn more: (07:41) The Power of Biblical Meditation (11:30) Benefits of Meditating on...
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Why Reading Scripture Aloud Transforms Your Faith
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In this episode of Wrap Yourself in the Word, we explore the second step of the WRAP practice: Read. Joni shares how reading the Bible from cover to cover deepened her understanding of God’s redemptive story and transformed her relationship with Him. She unpacks biblical examples, brain science, and practical steps to help listeners experience the Word as a blessing and not just a habit. Listen in to learn more: (00:03) - Uncovering the Power of Scripture (08:07) - The Power of Reading Aloud Scripture (20:58) - Transforming Through Biblical Meditation ...
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The Power of Writing Scripture: The First Step of WRAP Transforms Your Mind and Heart
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In the first episode of the WRAP Review Series, Joni shares how the practice of writing Scripture became a turning point in her healing journey from a deep season of depression and despair. Rooted in biblical instruction and supported by neuroscience, writing is shown to engage the mind, calm the heart, and draw us into deeper meditation on God’s Word. Listeners will walk away with practical steps for beginning their writing practice and experience the transformative power of starting with just one verse a day. Listen in to learn more: (00:43) Wrap Yourself in the...
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How to Abide in Christ When You Feel Weary, Wandering, or Withered
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In this episode, we delve into what it truly means to abide in Christ, rather than drifting through life weary and disconnected. Joni unpacks how abiding isn’t about striving, but about surrender and staying rooted in the truth you’ve heard from the beginning. If you feel like you’ve been wandering or worn out, this episode will invite you back into life-giving connection with the Vine. Listen in to learn more: (00:05) - Choosing to Abide (14:32) - Staying Rooted in the Word LINKS Stay Rooted Retreat Facebook Group Website ...
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Rooted in Identity, Not Insecurity: Trading Striving for Security in Christ
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Summary In this episode, we examine the subtle ways Christian women may compromise their God-given identity in pursuit of performance, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. By unpacking Colossians 3:1-3, we uncover how to reset our hearts and minds on eternal truth and remember that our worth is securely hidden in Christ. If you’re tired of striving for approval and want to live anchored in who God says you are, this conversation will help you return to rest, truth, and freedom. Listen in to learn more: (02:28) Roots of Self-Worth and Validation ...
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Rooted in Truth: How to Anchor Your Beliefs in God’s Word, Not Culture
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It’s easy to drift from God’s Word without realizing it in a world full of emotional opinions and trendy teachings. This episode explores John 8:31–32 and 2 Timothy 3:16–17 to help you stay grounded in truth that brings freedom. Learn how to discern what’s shaping your beliefs and how to root yourself in Scripture, not noise. Listen in to learn more: (00:44) Rooted in Truth, Not Trends (136 Seconds) (09:33) The Truth Will Set You Free (61 Seconds) LINKS Stay Rooted Retreat Facebook Group Website 90-Day Scripture Writing Plan Buy...
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Overflowing with Gratitude: How Thankfulness Grows Your Faith and Guards Your Heart
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This episode explores how overflowing gratitude is more than a feeling. It’s an act of worship, a sign of spiritual maturity, and a safeguard against discouragement and comparison. Rooted in Colossians 2:7 and Psalm 103:2, we’ll walk through the spiritual discipline of remembering God’s kindness and letting it shape our attitude, actions, and relationships. You’ll learn to WRAP yourself in the Word and respond with soul-deep thankfulness that transforms your everyday life. Listen in to learn more: (04:07) Gratitude as Worship and Theology (07:56) Practice...
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Established in Faith: Why God’s Word Still Matters
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In this episode, we unpack what it means to be established in the faith you were taught from Colossians 2:7 and why it matters in today’s shifting culture. You’ll learn how to recognize when your confidence starts drifting from God's Word to worldly messages and how to return to the steady truth of the gospel. Through Scripture and the WRAP practice, we’ll help you anchor your soul in what lasts so you’re not tossed around by spiritual trends or emotional highs. Listen in to learn more: (00:07) Anchor Your Faith in God's Truth (11:18) Growing Gratitude Through Rooted Faith...
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Built Up in Christ: How to Stand Firm Against Deception and False Teaching
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This episode examines the importance of being built up in Christ to help us stand strong against the deception, false teachings, and empty traditions that challenge believers today. We unpack Luke 6:48 with the WRAP practice and explore how taking small steps of obedience helps build a rooted faith. Listen in to learn more: (00:43) Growing Spiritually in Christ (05:55) Identifying Barriers in Colossians 2 (09:28) Building on Solid Rock LINKS Facebook Group Website 90 Day Scripture Writing Plan Buy the Book ...
info_outlineIn this episode, we delve into what it truly means to abide in Christ, rather than drifting through life weary and disconnected. Joni unpacks how abiding isn’t about striving, but about surrender and staying rooted in the truth you’ve heard from the beginning. If you feel like you’ve been wandering or worn out, this episode will invite you back into life-giving connection with the Vine.
Listen in to learn more:
(00:05) - Choosing to Abide
(14:32) - Staying Rooted in the Word
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