S.2 Ep. 3 The Prayer Closet: Deepening Your Connection with God in the Secret Place
Release Date: 09/27/2023
"GOD SAID WHAT?" Interpreting difficult passages.
The Simply Bible Podcast
There are many passages in Scripture that are considered 'difficult', either because they’re hard to comprehend (linguistically, historically, or culturally) or because they’re hard to accept (morally, theologically, or emotionally). This episode will equip you to engage these passages instead of skipping or outsourcing them. Simply Bible Resources: Got a prayer request? Send it BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: My #1 Bible Study resource is Logos Bible Software: Christian Planner: Use code BETHANY to get 15% off any order! The Bible...
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10 Game-Changing Bible Study Tips
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In this episode, I'm sharing 10 Bible study tips to help you not only read Scripture, but live it in your everyday life. Resources mentioned in this episode: Simply Bible Free Resources: 30 DAY BIBLE BOOTCAMP CHALLENGE: Got a prayer request? Send it here: BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: Theology and Church History: Spiritual Formation: Discipleship: Pastoral Leadership: Parenting and Children’s Books: Literature: My #1 Bible Study resource is Logos Bible Software: Christian Planner: Use code BETHANY to...
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It's Time to Wake Up
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The call is urgent: to wake up, resist false discipleship, and root ourselves deeply in Christ through serious prayer, Bible study, and active mission so that we may live with hope and bear faithful witness in a culture of despair. Free Resources: Bible Study Checklist: Bible study tutorials: Biblical & theological studies: 30 DAY BIBLE BOOTCAMP CHALLENGE: Subscribe to The Simply Bible newsletter for resource recommendations and monthly encouragement: Got a prayer request? Send it here: RESOURCE RECOMMENDATIONS...
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5 Ways to Dive into Scripture Daily
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Episode Description Engaging scripture can feel challenging or even boring at times. This episode covers five ways to engage scripture to ensure that even on your off days, you are filling your mind with God's word and being encouraged, renewed, and transformed by Christ. Shownotes: BIBLE BOOTCAMP Guide: Bible Bootcamp 2025 Group Chat: Simply Bible Free Resources: Bible Study Checklist: Bible study tutorials: Biblical & theological studies: Subscribe to The...
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5 Ways to Engage Scripture in 2025
The Simply Bible Podcast
Engaging scripture can feel challenging or even boring at times. This episode covers five ways to engage scripture to ensure that even on your off days, you are filling your mind with God's word and being encouraged, renewed, and transformed by Christ. Shownotes: BIBLE BOOTCAMP Guide: Bible Bootcamp 2025 Group Chat: Simply Bible Free Resources: Bible Study Checklist: Bible study tutorials: Biblical & theological studies: Subscribe to The Simply Bible newsletter for resource...
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Are you ready for a spiritual reset?
The Simply Bible Podcast
Ready for a spiritual reset? Join me in January for Bible Bootcamp, a 30-day challenge to deepen your relationship with God. Let’s thrive together! BIBLE BOOTCAMP Guide: Bible Bootcamp 2025 Group Chat: Simply Bible Free Resources: Bible Study Checklist: Bible study tutorials: Biblical & theological studies: Subscribe to The Simply Bible newsletter for resource recommendations and monthly encouragement: Got a prayer request? Send it here: RESOURCE RECOMMENDATIONS...
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Thriving with God in 2025
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Want to make the most of 2025? In this episode we discuss the best way to reflect on the past year so you can make the most of the one to come. Plus, join us in January for Bible Bootcamp, a 30-day challenge to deepen your relationship with God. Let’s thrive together! BIBLE BOOTCAMP: Bible Bootcamp 2025 Group Chat: Simply Bible Free Resources: Bible Study Checklist: Bible study tutorials: Biblical & theological studies: Subscribe to The Simply Bible newsletter for resource recommendations and monthly...
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When the Bible's Not Enough w/Bethany Barnard
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Bethany Barnard is a veteran musician, vocalist, and songwriter. Her newest album, All My Questions, explores the well of God’s love and mercy in the midst of grief. Today, we discuss a variety of topics, including mental health, OCD, resting in God’s faithfulness, motherhood, and change. Resources Mentioned (please use my affiliate link to support the show!): Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop: Providence, by John Piper: International OCD Foundation Simply Bible Free Resources: Bible Study Checklist: Bible study tutorials: ...
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The Well Rested Christian
The Simply Bible Podcast
In this episode, I dive into the topic of rest, particularly sleep, and how it impacts our relationship with God. If you struggle with anxiety, feeling exhausted, and lack the energy to. pursue God / the people in your life, this episode is for you! At Home Seminary: Free Resources: Bible Study Checklist: Bible study tutorials: Biblical & theological studies: 30 DAY BIBLE BOOTCAMP CHALLENGE: Subscribe to The Simply Bible newsletter for resource recommendations and monthly encouragement: Got a prayer...
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All Things Bible Study w/ Kristin Nave from She Loves Bible
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Kristin Nave has been such an encouragement to me. She is a podcast host, Christian blogger, and leader in her local church. She also has an M.A. in Biblical Studies! In this episode we dive into all things Bible study. Kristin shares her tips on how to study, find community, build habits, and find time to be in God's Word. Connect with Kristin: Instagram: Abiding Free Podcast: Habbakkuk Bible Study: Connect with Bethany: Website: Email: Beth's Bible Study Tutorials: Simply Bible Instagram: Simply Bible Resources: ...
info_outline- This episode is all about deepening your relationship and connection to the Lord through prayer. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with friends, family, and your church community!
- I created a FREE Prayer Closet workbook to help you implement the core of this episode into your daily life. Grab it here: https://www.bethanylauren.org/shop/prayer-closet-workbook-digital-download
- In this episode, I mention the book In His Image by Jen Wilkin. Here is the link to check it out: https://amzn.to/3EV25Hj
- Got a prayer request? Submit it here: https://www.bethanylauren.org/prayer-request-form
Free Resources:
Bible Study Checklist: https://www.bethanylauren.org/shop/bible-study-checklist-free-pdf-digital-download
Bible study tutorials: https://youtu.be/lhaAQHg2L4E
Biblical & theological studies: http://biblicaltraining.org
30 DAY BIBLE BOOTCAMP CHALLENGE:
https://www.bethanylauren.org/bible-bootcamp
Subscribe to The Simply Bible newsletter for resource recommendations and a monthly devotional: https://www.bethanylauren.org/contact
GUIDED FALL JOURNAL: https://amzn.to/464NULv
DIGITAL FALL JOURNAL: https://www.bethanylauren.org/shop/fall-journal-a-guided-devotional
RESOURCE RECOMMENDATIONS:
My #1 Bible Study resource is Logos Bible Software: www.logos.com/simplybible
Book Recommendations: https://amzn.to/3rmNm4N
Christian Planner: Use code BETHANY to get 15% off any order! https://www.christianplanner.com/Bethany
The Bible Study Handbook: https://amzn.to/441Org7
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