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#331: Behind the Scenes of Heaven (Audio Pictures)

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

Release Date: 01/02/2025

#356: Can I Believe That God Really Loves Me? With Rev. Chris Lee show art #356: Can I Believe That God Really Loves Me? With Rev. Chris Lee

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

In this episode of the 4:13, we’re heading back across the pond to chat with Rev. Chris Lee—an English vicar whose sixty-second sermons on Instagram have resonated with millions of people around the world.  Why? Because with all of the constant noise and distractions that keep us from entering the presence of God, his sermons are a timely invitation to pause, breathe, and remember who you are before God—something our entire 4:13 family needs to do.  So today, I’ve asked Rev. Chris to lead the charge!  He’ll teach you to step back from the chaos, quiet your soul, and...

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#355: Can I Write a Beautiful Story With My Life? With Sally Clarkson show art #355: Can I Write a Beautiful Story With My Life? With Sally Clarkson

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

Today on the 4:13, bestselling author and beloved mentor Sally Clarkson will show you how God’s grace empowers you to write a beautiful story with your life. With rich insights and heartfelt guidance, Sally shares what it means to lead a life well-lived. She’ll help you discern what truly matters and give you practical ways to cultivate joy, step out in faith, and influence the world around you—even when you feel unqualified.  You’ll discover the incredible things that could happen when you say “yes” to God and live each day with purpose and intentionality, starting right...

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#354: Can I Find Strength in Struggle? With Justin Kendrick show art #354: Can I Find Strength in Struggle? With Justin Kendrick

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

The storms of life can leave you feeling weary and weak. So how do you keep going when there seems to be no end to the storms that hit? Well today, author and pastor Justin Kendrick will teach you how to build spiritual resilience in the face of hardship. He’ll start by reframing your understanding of suffering through a biblical lens as well as unpack how an accurate view of God and His love can transform your ability to endure.  Plus, this may surprise you, but Justin reveals why weakness isn’t something to avoid. It’s the very starting point of true spiritual strength. Get ready,...

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#353: Can I Unplug Without Coming Unglued? With Carlos Whittaker show art #353: Can I Unplug Without Coming Unglued? With Carlos Whittaker

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

Most of us are so used to notifications and alerts, pings and rings that even if we don't want to be on our phones so much, we don't know how to change it. Yet the constant flow of information is actually harming our brains, relationships, and emotional well-being, even if we don’t realize it. Today’s guest, author and podcaster Carlos Whittaker, made a radical decision to disconnect from screens for two whole months, and what he learned will blow you away!  He shares what tech is really doing to our brains, the benefits of getting lost and being bored, and how disconnecting leads to...

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#352: Can I Forgive and Make It Stick? With Debbie Barr show art #352: Can I Forgive and Make It Stick? With Debbie Barr

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

Forgiveness is one of the hardest choices we face—but it’s also one of the most powerful. Today’s guest, author Debbie Barr, reveals how forgiving others isn’t just an act of obedience to God—it’s a gift to ourselves. Many people don’t realize this, but we pay a high price to our overall health when we cling to resentment, bitterness, and thoughts of revenge. So, through a blend of science, psychology, and Scripture, Debbie unpacks the life-changing benefits of forgiveness. Plus, she'll give you practical steps to start moving forward, helping you understand why “forgive and...

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#351: Can I Build a Life I Love Without Having Everything I Want? With Meghan Ryan Asbury show art #351: Can I Build a Life I Love Without Having Everything I Want? With Meghan Ryan Asbury

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

Have you ever heard of FOMO? It’s the “fear of missing out,” and it’s something we all experience in different seasons for different reasons. But what if you’re not missing out at all? What if—even if you’re not quite where you want to be—you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be? In this episode, Meghan Ryan Asbury will help you see that the life you have is the life you actually want. She’ll equip you to cast off the pressures of comparison, mitigate the disappointment that comes with unmet expectations, and embrace the in-between of where you are and where you want to...

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#350: Can I Disconnect From the Digital To Be More Present? With Hannah Brencher show art #350: Can I Disconnect From the Digital To Be More Present? With Hannah Brencher

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

On average, most people engage their phones around 2600 times a day. That’s a staggering number! Evidence shows we turn to our devices whenever we feel alone, tired, or in need of affirmation. Yet after scrolling, we only find ourselves overstimulated, depleted, and exhausted. So, what happens when we unplug—and is that even possible when technology is so central to how we live nowadays? Well today, Author Hannah Brencher will show you how to recognize the warning signs of phone over-reliance. She’ll help you mitigate your fear of missing out and give you small, practical steps toward...

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#349: Can I Heal After Church Hurt? With Joe Dobbins show art #349: Can I Heal After Church Hurt? With Joe Dobbins

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

“Church hurt” has become such a common phrase that it trends on social media, makes headlines, and is even the subject of a few documentaries. Yet within the church, we often struggle to talk openly about it. Not because we don’t care, but because we don’t always know how. Well, if you’re one of the precious many who have been touched by church hurt, you’ll be encouraged by this honest and insightful conversation. Today’s guest, Pastor Joe Dobbins, brings compassion, wisdom, and practical advice to help you understand the nature of church hurt, begin the journey of healing, and...

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#348: Can I Understand Scripture Without a Seminary Degree? With Mikella Van Dyke show art #348: Can I Understand Scripture Without a Seminary Degree? With Mikella Van Dyke

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

Calling all Bible study geeks—or anyone who’s ever been curious about the Bible! On this episode of the 4:13, Bible teacher Mikella Van Dyke joins us to break down common misconceptions and reservations so many of us have about studying Scripture. Spoiler Alert: You don’t need a seminary degree to understand the Bible—you just need an open heart! Mikella will teach you the Inductive Bible Study Method, which is a practical, empowering way to engage with Scripture. Plus, she’ll answer some common questions about Bible study, including what translations can be trusted, how prayer plays...

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BONUS: The Power of Prayer Journaling with Laura Johnson show art BONUS: The Power of Prayer Journaling with Laura Johnson

4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

In this very special BONUS episode, I’m taking you on a cozy visit to the College of the Ozarks where I got to sit down with author, speaker, and First Lady of the college, Laura Johnson.  In honor of the National Day of Prayer, we’re talking about all things prayer journaling—how it helps us stay faithful in prayer, recognize God’s work in our lives, and grow spiritually through even the most challenging seasons. Laura shares how prayer journaling has become such a powerful practice in her life and offers thoughtful encouragement for anyone who has ever felt stuck or discouraged...

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As we kick off this new year, we’re beginning with the end in mind! And to be clear, I’m talking about our ultimate end … in Heaven, which is our glorious unending.

We’re jumping all the way to Heaven because this is a very special day for me! Today is when my newest Bible study called Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight releases. Woohoo!

But before we begin with the end in mind, let’s begin at the beginning of my attempt to write Heaven. I thought it would be fun for you to go behind the scenes of the writing process so you can see how the Lord carried me and this project along, and how—in the same sense—He carries you along too.

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