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The Bible For Busy People
Do you find the chaos and noise of the world getting you down? Time to turn up the voice of God in your life! Join Jenn Schultz for a mini-bible study podcast each weekday. In 7 minutes or less, you’ll dive into God’s Word and come up refreshed and ready for the next thing on your to do list. We know you can find 7 minutes a day to stop and soak in God's truth! You can totally connect with Jesus on your commute, during your lunch break, in the school pickup line, while you’re doing the dishes…
Episodes
- The Bible For Busy People
Elijah - God's Provision - 1 Kings 17
Sometimes God shows up in the places we least expect—right in the middle of the moments that felt wrong, inconvenient, or confusing at the time. I’ve lived…
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Manna - God's Provision - Exodus 16
There are days I feel like half my life is spent negotiating with picky eaters, adjusting meals on the fly, and trying to keep everyone fed without turning…
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Hagar - God's Provision - Genesis 16, 21
Sometimes faith feels straightforward in theory—trust God, follow Him, and expect His goodness to show up—but real life has a way of shaking that simplicity…
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Paul - Repentance - Acts 9, 26
We’ve all seen those moments when someone’s life takes a turn so dramatic you can’t help but stop and stare—whether it’s a friend choosing sobriety, learning…
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Jesus - Repentance - John 8, Luke 19
It’s one thing to talk about repentance when you know what it feels like to mess up—but how do you call people to turn back to God when you’ve never taken a…
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John the Baptist - Repentance - Luke 3, Acts 19
Some people in our lives are great at giving us a heads‑up—those friends who tell you the truth straight, even when it’s uncomfortable, because they want…
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Jonah - Repentance - Jonah
If you ever loved those old Choose‑Your‑Own‑Adventure books—the ones where one tiny decision could send you to treasure or disaster—then Jonah’s story might…
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Prophets - Repentance - Isaiah 58
If you’ve ever treated repentance like a spiritual performance review—constantly checking for mistakes and feeling weighed down by every misstep—you’re not…
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Washed with Water - Promises That Hold Water - John 13
We all know what it feels like when someone serves us in a way that’s thoughtful, unexpected, or just plain humbling—it hits differently because it requires…
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Taming Water - Promises That Hold Water - Mark 4, Matthew 14
If you’ve ever been on a boat when the waves suddenly pick up, you know that uneasy feeling of wondering whether things are actually okay or if you should…
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Living Water - Promises That Hold Water - John 4
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably had at least one day where you suddenly realize you’ve gone hours without drinking any water. Our bodies depend on…
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Water to Wine - Promises That Hold Water - John 2, Hebrews 10
Some people can turn any moment into a celebration—like the friend who always has a spare cake mix and a fridge full of “just in case” party supplies. But even…
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Waters of Baptism - Promises That Hold Water - Matthew 3, John 3
We’ve all had that moment—sipping a cozy cup of coffee, only to feel it suddenly dripping down our hands or soaking our lap. It’s funny how something as simple…
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Delivered - The Lord's Prayer - Matthew 6:13
Matthew 6:13 can be a tricky passage for some, me included. An important note here: God doesn't tempt us with wrongdoing, just so we can be punished when we…
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Forgiven - The Lord's Prayer - Matthew 6:12
When have you experienced debt? I know my body feels tense when I think about that, and an urgency to resolve it. Matthew 6:12 gives us strong imagery of debt…
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Sustained - The Lord's Prayer - Matthew 6:11
There are a lot of references to food in the Bible, and one food especially: bread. Today's verse from the Lord's Prayer is all about just that. Join me as we…
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Willed - The Lord's Prayer - Matthew 6:10
What helps you with surrender? Is it open hands? Is it remembering Jesus's example, or remembering other ways God has come through for you? Let's dig into…
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Hallowed - The Lord's Prayer - Matthew 6:9
What's something you can recite without even thinking about it? This week we'll be going over some verses many people know by heart. It's right up there with…
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Love is Victorious - Light and Life - 1 John 5
Some days I feel victorious, but most days I’m just trying to keep all the plates spinning—getting the kids where they need to be, checking off the to‑do list…
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Love Made Complete - Light and Life - 1 John 4
When you think of love, your mind might jump to Valentine’s aisles overflowing with pink hearts or the predictable sweetness of a Hallmark movie—but John…
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Love Lavished - Light and Life - 1 John 3
When I think of being pampered, my mind goes straight to rare spa days or the simple joy of someone else cooking for me—those small, unexpected moments that…
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What Light Loves - Light and Life - 1 John 2
I’ll never forget the day my son wandered straight into the path of a speeding bike, completely unaware while I called his name louder and louder. My…
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Light Purifies - Light and Life - 1 John 1
Sometimes I think about how few things I’ve truly seen “from the beginning.” Even with my own kids—whom I met on their very first day—I’m still discovering who…
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Early Church Leaders - Prompted By Faith - Acts 16, Romans 16
Have you ever read a familiar passage and suddenly a detail jumps out that you somehow missed every other time? It’s amazing how one small shift in what we…
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The Woman With the Issue of Blood - Prompted By Faith - Mark 5
Crowds can bring out the best or worst in us, and I still remember the first time I stepped into one after the pandemic—my heart raced, my chest tightened, and…
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Jehosheba and Huldah - Prompted By Faith - 2 Kings 11, 22
Some days it feels like my boundaries are made of wet tissue paper—I know what I should say no to, yet I cave anyway and deal with the fallout later…
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Abigail - Prompted By Faith - 1 Samuel 25
Sometimes the smallest things—like a missed snack—can turn an ordinary day into a full‑blown disaster, and any parent who’s navigated toddler life knows…
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Deborah and Jael - Prompted By Faith - Judges 4
Sometimes we read the Bible and forget that its women weren’t background characters—they were fierce, faithful, and fully present in God’s story. This past…
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"I've Been to the Mountaintop" - Agape Soul - Luke 10
Dr. King's final speech is a powerful reminder that following Jesus means choosing compassion over comfort and courage over fear, even when the road ahead…
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"I Have a Dream" - Agape Soul - Amos 5, Isaiah 40
It still amazes me that the most iconic part of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech wasn’t planned—just a Spirit‑led moment sparked by a friend’s encouragement…
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"Loving Your Enemies" - Agape Soul - Matthew 7, Romans 7
Dr. King didn’t just preach about loving your enemies—he returned to it year after year, wrestling with it, practicing it, and letting Jesus reshape his own…
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"Conquering Self-Centeredness" - Agape Soul - Matthew 16, 25, Luke 12
Even with all his influence and accolades, Dr. King never let ego take the driver’s seat—and his honesty about that struggle feels incredibly relevant for us…
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"A Religion of Doing" - Agape Soul - James 2, Matthew 7, 1 Timothy 4
Martin Luther King Jr. Day invites us to remember a man who didn’t just preach the way of Jesus but lived it—choosing peace, justice, and sacrificial love in a…
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Whole and Complete - What God Wants For Us - James 1
When tragedy keeps piling up, it’s hard to make sense of anything, let alone find joy in the middle of it. Yet James invites us to see trials not as proof of…
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Full Life - What God Wants For Us - John 10, 1 Timothy 6, 2 Corinthians 9
As a kid, I dreamed of opening a door into a world as colorful as Oz, but I didn’t realize God was offering something even better. Christianity can look strict…
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Transformation - What God Wants For Us - Romans 12, Galatians 5, 2 Corinthians 3
The new year always tempts me to hustle my way into a “better” version of myself, but Romans 12 gently reminds me that transformation isn’t a self‑improvement…
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Rest - What God Wants For Us - Matthew 11, Hebrews 4
The “Sunday Scaries” used to hit me hard, but somewhere along the way I started treating Monday like a performance review—measuring my worth by how much I…
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Reconciliation - What God Wants For Us - Colossians 1, 2 Corinthians 5
I grew up believing God wanted perfection from me—right answers, right behavior, right everything. It took years to realize God wasn’t asking for performance…
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John - Start With Jesus - John 1, 8, 14
John doesn’t ease us in gently—he opens his Gospel with poetry, theology, and the breathtaking claim that Jesus is the eternal Word who stepped into our world…
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Luke - Start With Jesus - Luke 1, 6, 24
I usually roll my eyes at two‑part stories—why drag one plot into two movies? But Luke gets a free pass from me, because his Gospel and its sequel, Acts, give…
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Mark - Start With Jesus - Mark 4, 8
If you’ve ever tried to sort out two conflicting kid‑stories after a playdate, you know how valuable an eyewitness can be. Mark’s Gospel does just that for us…
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Matthew - Start With Jesus - Matthew 5, 9, 28
I’ve learned this year that when my mind spirals, the best thing I can do is return to what I know is true. Matthew’s Gospel does just that, reaching back into…
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Where to Start? - Start With Jesus - Colossians 1
New Year’s resolutions can feel exciting on January 1st and overwhelming by January 10th, but God meets us right where we are. As we build new habits—one small…
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A New Heaven and Earth - All Things New - Revelation 21, Isaiah 65, Matthew 19
Were you the kid that wanted to open your presents before Christmas or birthday, or did you love the anticipation and surprise? No gift can really compare with…
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Ongoing Renewal - All Things New - Romans 7, 2 Corinthians 4, Hebrews 10
Do you ever get the thought: Shouldn’t I have arrived by now? Like I should be good at this by now! It might be in your faith. I should be over that stupid sin…
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A New Self - All Things New - Ephesians 4, 2 Corinthians 5, Romans 6, Colossians 3
Have you ever seen advertisements that promised a “new you”? Here’s what we need to remember: in Christ we are actually made new… You ARE a new you! Today…
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A New Covenant - All Things New - Luke 5, 22
Are you a traditions person? What are some of your favorite traditions? Today, we’re going to talk about how Jesus wanted people to rethink their traditions…
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A New Way - All Things New - Isaiah 43, Psalm 84, Lamentations 3
This week, we’ll be talking about how God is making all things new! Today, we’re going to get a little into psychology – specifically, the psychology of…
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The Vine - He Is - John 15
Sometimes the simplest stories leave the most lasting impression. Jesus used a similar technique when he spoke to his followers. Jesus uses common, everyday…
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The Way, the Truth, and the Life - He Is - John 14
They say “imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,” but honestly most of the time imitation is just so very funny… When comedians imitate others, or when…
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The Resurrection and the Life - He Is - John 11
Have you ever laughed at the wrong moment? Like when things were too serious or awkward or sad? It gets uncomfortable and you make a faux pas. It almost seems…
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The Gate and the Good Shepherd - He Is - John 10
Entrance ways are significant. They can be welcoming or intimidating, distinctive or hidden. It’s a way through, and those who belong enter confidently. They…
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The Light of the World - He Is - John 1, 8, 9
Lately, I’ve been starting to realize that God sets us apart in Christ to reflect Him and be different from the world – in humility, in love, in serving…
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Parables - Anticipating - Matthew 24-25
We’ve all had those moments when we knew something important was coming but didn’t know exactly when—a surprise visit, a deadline, even a delivery. Jesus uses…
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John the Baptist - Anticipating - Luke 3
When you’re waiting with anticipation, there’s no room for playing it safe—you speak up, even if it ruffles feathers. John the Baptist shows us what bold…
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Simeon and Anna - Anticipating - Luke 2
I used to think talent was everything—either you had it or you didn’t. But over time I’ve learned that growth comes through practice, repetition, and devotion…
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The Magi - Anticipating - Matthew 2
When something really matters—like training for a marathon or preparing for a big move—you throw yourself into it with research, practice, and even sacrifice…
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Mary - Anticipating - Luke 1
Waiting can feel passive—like sitting at a bus stop with no control over when it arrives. Anticipating, though, is different; it’s active, like packing your…
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David - Awaiting - 1 Samuel 17-19
Waiting can feel endless when you’re sure God has pointed you toward something, yet the doors stay closed. David knew that tension well—anointed as king long…
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Hannah - Awaiting - 1 Samuel 1
We all do it—say we’re “fine” when we’re not, nod along when we’re uncomfortable, skip past the hard stuff because it feels easier. But real integrity means…