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Ep. 16 | From Prophecy to Reality: The Birth of Jesus

Happy Sunday! In this episode, Leighton reflects on the past year and shares insights from an Advent Bible study focusing on the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. She discusses the significance of Jesus' birth and the fulfillment of prophecies, emphasizing the importance of God's presence in our lives and the radical nature of Christ's sacrifice. The episode concludes with a prayer and a reminder of the love that God has for humanity. Verse of the week: "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth." John 1:14 (NIV)

Ep. 15 | Advent: Hope!

It is the season of Advent! What a special time of year. I pray that you are overcome by the Hope of God this week. I pray that it gives you the ability to slow down and expectantly wait for the coming of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Immanuel. Verse of the week: Matthew 4:16

Ep. 14 | Sunday Sprinkle: The Spiritual Significance of Prayer Shawls

Verse of the week: Matthew 6:6 In this conversation, Leighton shares insights about prayer shawls, their historical significance, and their connection to biblical teachings. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural context of prayer as well as the concept of being a royal priesthood in God's eyes.

Ep. 13 | Sunday Sprinkle: Obedience Over Understanding

Happy Sunday, friends! Verse of the week: Proverbs 16:3 In this episode, I read a piece I recently wrote for the Spiritual Formation section of the Athletic Newsletter at Lipscomb University entitled "Obedience Over Understanding."

Ep. 12 | Sunday Sprinkle: The Biblical Story

Summary: In this episode, Leighton discusses the Bible as a unified story, emphasizing its role as a love story from God to humanity. She shares insights from her theology class, explaining the structure of the Bible, the significance of the gospel, and the importance of understanding the biblical narrative as a whole. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their faith journey without shame and highlights the communal aspect of the gospel message. Verse of the Week: Genesis 1:27