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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
Joy - Fruit of the Spirit - Galatians 5
What brings you joy and delight? The Greek word used for joy is chara (kar-ah), meaning exceeding joy (joyfulness, rejoicing), also gladness, cheerfulness…
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Love - Fruit of the Spirit - Galatians 5
What's one of the greatest examples of love you've seen in your life? We're talking about love today, the kind of love that goes beyond mushy, purely emotional…
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Introduction - Fruit of the Spirit - Galatians 5
Over the next two weeks, we're going to focus on the BEST fruit: the fruit of the Spirit. Today we're looking at the context, and then we'll go over each fruit…
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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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Teleó - It's All Greek - Matthew 7, John 19, 2 Corinthians 12, Philippians 1
Teleó is the verb form of telos, meaning to bring to completion, to fulfill, or to accomplish. It means finishing something fully and purposefully. God's Word…
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Splagchnizomai - It's All Greek - Luke 10, Mark 1, Matthew 9
The word splagchnizomai means to be deeply moved with compassion or to feel profound sympathy. Literally, it refers to the bowels yearning—a phrase that might…
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Pneuma - It's All Greek - 2 Timothy 1, John 3, John 20, Romans 8
Last fall in the Pacific Northwest, we were hit with what was called a "bomb cyclone", which is a "rapidly intensifying mid-latitude cyclone characterized by a…
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Charis - It's All Greek - John 1, Ephesians 2, Titus 2
"Charis" is linked to gratitude and is sometimes translated that way—a thankfulness sparked by favor or kindness. It shares the same root as "eucharisteo,"…
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Logos - It's All Greek - John 1, Hebrews 4, Colossians 3
This week, we're exploring the richness of words in Scripture—especially in their original context. Familiar verses can reveal new depth when we look closely…
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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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Unleavened - In Remembrance - 1 Corinthians 5
Small things can make a big difference. The Bible talks about this often: the seed of faith that moves mountains, or how a spark can become a great fire. Which…
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Feasts and Freedoms - In Remembrance - 1 Corinthians 10
Something I love about God is that feasts and banquets and celebrations were meant to be an ongoing part of our faith journey, out of remembrance and honor and…
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A Worthy Manner - In Remembrance - 1 Corinthians 11
Paul is serious about the practice of observing the Lord's Supper, saying it does more harm than good when we participate in the wrong way. In this example…
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Bread of Life - In Remembrance - John 6
Today we're talking about a time when Jesus had performed a miracle, and so people came back for more miracles - missing the point of who Jesus was. Today, we…
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The Lord's Supper - In Remembrance - Luke 22
Remembrance is so important. We need to remember where we've been and those who have come before us, those who have sacrificed for us. When I was reflecting on…
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No Boundaries Grace - Atrocious Math - Luke 10
As we finish up our study on "atrocious math" or God's abundant, generous grace that goes beyond our transactional society, today we're talking about how one…
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Foolish Grace - Atrocious Math - Matthew 13
Abundant grace can feel too extravagant because our society is transactional and capitalistic (at least in the US), and we believe you get what you earn. But…
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Extravagant Grace - Atrocious Math - Mark 12, Matthew 26
Today we're talking about two women who gave all they had, didn't hesitate, and were so honored by God because of it - even though people were critical. Show…
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Outrageous Grace - Atrocious Math - Luke 15
What's something that's worth putting your life on hold to find if it's missing? Today we're reading through one of the greatest chapters in the Bible on grace…
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Offensive Grace - Atrocious Math - Matthew 20
This week we're going to talk about the one thing God might be "bad" at... God is good all the time. God knows all things, is all powerful, is able to do…
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2 Corinthians 5 - Lectio Divina
We're continuing our exploration of the contemplative practice of Lectio Divina, a method of divine reading that emphasizes receiving personal insights from…
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Isaiah 42 - Lectio Divina
We are experiencing the Word of God this week through the process of Lectio Divina. To break it down, I read through the scripture one time without any kind of…
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Luke 15 - Lectio Divina
Usually we try to pack in as much about a passage of scripture as we can into about seven minutes on this podcast in order to really dive into the context, the…
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John 1 - Lectio Divina
Lectio Divina—a simple, prayerful way to read scripture and listen for God’s voice. Focusing on John 1:1-5, I invite you to notice which words or phrases stand…
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Psalm 62 - Lectio Divina
We encounter the Word by reading it, listening to it (like you do here), meditating on it, and memorizing it. And there are many ways to read it, many…
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Proverbs 31 Mom - Moms of the Bible - Proverbs 31
Okay, so the mom we're talking about today isn't actually a real person. But you probably know a LOT about her, and if you're a woman, you might even feel a…
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Elizabeth - Moms of the Bible - Luke 1
We usually hear a lot about Mary, mother of Jesus, which is perfectly right, because she did an incredible thing. But we don't tend to hear as much about her…
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The Widow and Mom of Zarepath - Moms of the Bible - 1 Kings 17
What convinces you in your faith? What examples can you give of times when you've seen or heard God clearly? Today we're reading about another mom who was at…
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Jochebed and Bithiah - Moms of the Bible - Exodus 2
Today we're continuing the story we started yesterday: in the time when the Israelites were enslaved in Egypt. After Shiphrah and Puah, the Hebrew midwives…
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Shiphrah and Puah - Moms of the Bible - Exodus 1
This week leading up to Mother's Day, we'll be talking about moms of the Bible - but I want to make a special note. Mother’s Day can bring up some complicated…
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Ending with Encouragement - Series: James - James 5
You don't have to have a certain job title, or have checked off items on a spiritual checklist to pray earnestly, powerfully and effectively. Jesus promises…
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Living Unopposed to God - Series: James - James 4
Chapter 3 flows into chapter 4, with re-emphasis on how envy and selfish ambition is incompatible in our relationships with God and others. Chapter 4 is no…
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Word-ly, Worldly, and Godly Wisdom - Series: James - James 3
This might be the most challenging passage in the Bible. How do we control our tongues? The mouth is the hardest thing to control - so much so that James says…
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Favoritism, Faith and Deeds - Series: James - James 2
I'm pretty indecisive. My husband got used to asking me what my favorite color was that day. But how do you know what your favorites are? It's the thing you…
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Upside-Down Kingdom - Series: James - James 1
James is one of the most practical and brutally honest books in the Bible. Honestly, we could probably study this book for months just going line by line. If…
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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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Glory - Last Supper Blessings - John 17
We have the spirit of God living within us, connecting us to God, teaching us what's on His heart and mind. The Holy Spirit is helping us, advocating for us…
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Joy - Last Supper Blessings - John 16
Sometimes our saddest moments coincide with joy and light. In John 16, Jesus gets down to the facts: He is going away. Things were going to get harder for His…
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Remain - Last Supper Blessings - John 15
You abide in a place where you are loved, where you are safe, where you belong. You also choose whether or not you remain there, or venture into what the world…
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Imagine - Last Supper Blessings - John 14
What do you think of when you imagine heaven? John 14, our next chapter for this week, tells us what we have to look forward to and it reminds us of all that…
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Humble - Last Supper Blessings - John 13:1-17
This week we are talking about the Last Supper and the blessings that Jesus imparted to his disciples and to us at that time. At the Last Supper, Jesus served…
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Celebrated - Prophecies Fulfilled - Matthew 21
Do you know what this Sunday is? A week away from Easter means it's Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday is where we remember the day Jesus entered Jerusalem humbly on a…
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Lifted - Prophecies Fulfilled - Numbers 21, John 3
Honestly, I almost passed on this story, because it's hard. From going through a more legalistic view of God to embracing grace, it's hard for me to process…
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Perfect Sacrifice - Prophecies Fulfilled - Hebrews 10
Raise your hand if you're a perfectionist! How about when it comes to your faith? I was the perfect storm - perfectionist, people pleaser, and in a close-knit…
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Mic Drop - Prophecies Fulfilled - Luke 4, Isaiah 61
Ever have a "mic drop" moment where someone just said something absolutely astounding, that leaves no room for further questions or interpretation? Jesus had a…
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Unexpected - Prophecies Fulfilled - Matthew 5, Isaiah 7, Luke 1
As we approach Easter, I'm thinking about all the ways Jesus came to fulfill prophecies made hundreds of years before He arrived. This episode is about knowing…
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Confounding Case - Plot Twist - John 8
We're exploring the concept of "cringe" today, as it relates to a story in John where Jesus confronts the Pharisees with a woman caught in adultery. It…
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Wild Wedding - Plot Twist - John 2
This week we've been talking about Bible stories with pretty dramatic plot twists. Today, we're visiting a wedding that was particularly memorable, and not…