Episode 177: The Four Warning Signs of Spiritual Drift and What to Do About Them (Neh. 13)

Eps. 191: Why Gratitude is Essential to Authentic Christian Faith if You Want to Feel Closer to Jesus | Psalm 50

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] Are you faithfully doing all the "right" things spiritually, yet feeling disconnected from God? We go back to Episode 39 today.  Psalm 50 confronts a struggle that's just as relevant today as it was for Israel: the temptation to substitute religious routines for genuine devotion. In this episode, we explore Asaph's powerful words as God reminds His people that He isn't looking for empty rituals—He's looking for grateful hearts, faithful obedience, and lives marked by authentic worship. We'll also consider why God's patience shouldn't be mistaken for indifference and how gratitude can transform the way we endure life's hardest seasons. *  Discover what Psalm 50 teaches about the difference between authentic worship and simply going through the motions of faith.  *  Learn why thankfulness is described as a sacrifice that honors God and how gratitude reshapes our perspective during difficult circumstances.  *  Be encouraged to trust God's patience, grace, and sovereignty while renewing your commitment to walk faithfully with Him.  Press play to discover how Psalm 50 can help you move from routine religion to a life of grateful, wholehearted faith. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

Eps.190: The Incredible Power Of Prayer & Why It Is Essential to Living Faith For Christians | James 5 Bible Study

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] Have you ever wondered why James ends his powerful letter with such a simple instruction: pray? If you've ever felt spiritually disconnected, overwhelmed by life's challenges, or unsure how to grow in your faith, this final study in James offers an encouraging reminder that real faith isn't built by trying harder—it's nurtured through a daily relationship with God in prayer. Discover why prayer isn't just something Christians do in difficult moments, but the thread that weaves through every chapter of James and every season of life. * Discover why prayer is the natural expression of genuine, living faith and how it connects every major theme in the book of James.  * Learn how to turn to God with confidence in every circumstance—from suffering and uncertainty to joy, confession, and waiting.  * Be encouraged to pursue deeper community, pray with greater expectancy, and lovingly help others continue walking with Jesus.  Press play to discover how a life of consistent prayer can deepen your relationship with Jesus and become the foundation of a faith that endures every season. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

Eps. 189: How to Trust God's Timing When You're Tired of Waiting for Him to Show Up and What Impatience Reveals About Your Faith | James 5

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] What if the season you're praying would end is actually the very season God is using to strengthen your faith? Waiting can feel frustrating, discouraging, and even lonely—especially when you've been praying for healing, restoration, direction, or breakthrough. In James 5:7-12, we'll discover that God never wastes seasons of waiting. Instead, He uses them to deepen our trust, shape our character, and draw us closer to Him, even when we can't yet see the harvest. •Discover why biblical patience is much more than simply enduring delays—it's choosing to trust God's character and His perfect timing.  •Learn how waiting reveals what you truly believe about God and why it often becomes the greatest catalyst for spiritual growth.  •Understand how patience with God, grace toward others, and integrity in your words are all connected to a mature, Christ-centered faith.  Press play to discover how God is working beneath the surface in your waiting season—and how trusting Him today can transform your faith for tomorrow. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

Eps. 188: Is Money Replacing Your Faith? How to Find True Security in God No Matter Your Bank Account

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] What if the greatest danger to your faith isn't financial hardship—but feeling secure enough that you stop depending on God? It's natural to want financial stability, especially as a busy Christian mom caring for your family. But James 5 challenges us with a deeper question: Where does our security really come from? In this episode, you'll discover why money itself isn't the problem—it's when our hearts begin trusting wealth more than the One who provides it. Through practical biblical wisdom and personal stories, you'll learn how to recognize subtle signs that financial security may be replacing faith and how to cultivate a deeper dependence on Christ. *  Discover what James 5 teaches about the hidden spiritual dangers of wealth and why money can never provide the security only God can give.  *  Learn three heart-check questions that reveal where your trust truly rests and how to identify whether money has quietly become an idol.  *  Gain practical encouragement to hold your resources with open hands, choose obedience over comfort, and experience the peace that comes from trusting Jesus above everything else.  Press play now to discover how placing your confidence in Christ instead of your finances leads to lasting peace, greater freedom, and a faith that remains steady no matter what your bank account says. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

Eps. 187: 3 Hidden Ways Pride Is Affecting Your Faith Keeping You Stuck in Overwhelm and Making You Disconnected From Jesus | James 4:11–17

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] Have you ever wondered if pride is more than thinking too highly of yourself?  Could pride be quietly showing up every time you judge others, cling to control, or delay obedience? Pride isn't always loud or obvious. Sometimes it looks like criticizing others, confidently planning your future without seeking God, or putting off something He's already asked you to do. In James 4:11–17, we'll discover how these subtle habits can distance us from God—and how choosing humility leads to greater peace, deeper trust, and a stronger walk with Christ. * Learn the three subtle ways pride quietly influences your thoughts, relationships, and decisions.  * Discover how biblical humility changes the way you see people, approach your future, and respond to God's leading.  * Walk away with practical questions that will help you trust God more deeply and take your next faithful step with confidence.  Press play to discover how replacing pride with humility can transform the way you love others, trust God with tomorrow, and faithfully follow Him today. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.