May 20, 2026 - Ep 129 - Grace for the Heart- Proverbs 16:20

June 3, 2026 - Ep 143 - Grace for the Heart - Psalm 32:8

The First Love Project Podcast is a platform to encourage a return to the love of God and His word. It emphasizes the grace of God, the importance of spending time in His word, and the significance of biblical wisdom. The podcast explores the Psalms and the wisdom and poetry literature, highlighting the themes of forgiveness, repentance, and God's guidance. “Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” Looking for an additional daily in-depth Bible study? Dr. Jori also hosts A WORD For This Day, a longer-form daily Bible study podcast that takes a deeper look into a focus verse each day — with the Scripture reference intentionally matched to the calendar date (for example, John 1:5 on January 5th). Each episode walks through the verse in its context, explores supporting passages across Scripture, and encourages believers to apply God’s Word to daily life while growing in knowledge, faith, and obedience. Together, these two podcasts are designed to help listeners: • read God’s Word • study God’s Word • live God’s Word • and share God’s Word with others   Find links to Dr. Jori’s other podcast as well as social media channels here. https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer [https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer]   Listen to A WORD For This Day on this YouTube channel or here: https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com [https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com] Email Dr. Jori at awordforthisday@gmail.com [awordforthisday@gmail.com]

June 2, 2026 -Ep 142 - Grace Revealed - John 4:16-26

The conversation explores the First Love Project, A Word for This Day, and the exploration of God's Word. It delves into the grace revealed in the Gospels, the revelation to the Samaritan woman, seeking true worshipers, and worshiping in spirit and truth. “Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” Looking for an additional daily in-depth Bible study? Dr. Jori also hosts A WORD For This Day, a longer-form daily Bible study podcast that takes a deeper look into a focus verse each day — with the Scripture reference intentionally matched to the calendar date (for example, John 1:5 on January 5th). Each episode walks through the verse in its context, explores supporting passages across Scripture, and encourages believers to apply God’s Word to daily life while growing in knowledge, faith, and obedience. Together, these two podcasts are designed to help listeners: • read God’s Word • study God’s Word • live God’s Word • and share God’s Word with others   Find links to Dr. Jori’s other podcast as well as social media channels here. https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer [https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer]   Listen to A WORD For This Day on this YouTube channel or here: https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com [https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com] Email Dr. Jori at awordforthisday@gmail.com [awordforthisday@gmail.com]

June 1, 2026 -Ep 141- Grace in the Beginning - Genesis 7:11-22-16

Dr. Jori Shaffer discusses the First Love Project, emphasizing the grace and goodness of God found in Scripture. The conversation explores the Old Testament law, God's grace and protection for Noah and his family, and the concept of eternal salvation and faith. “Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” Looking for an additional daily in-depth Bible study? Dr. Jori also hosts A WORD For This Day, a longer-form daily Bible study podcast that takes a deeper look into a focus verse each day — with the Scripture reference intentionally matched to the calendar date (for example, John 1:5 on January 5th). Each episode walks through the verse in its context, explores supporting passages across Scripture, and encourages believers to apply God’s Word to daily life while growing in knowledge, faith, and obedience. Together, these two podcasts are designed to help listeners: • read God’s Word • study God’s Word • live God’s Word • and share God’s Word with others   Find links to Dr. Jori’s other podcast as well as social media channels here. https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer [https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer]   Listen to A WORD For This Day on this YouTube channel or here: https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com [https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com] Email Dr. Jori at awordforthisday@gmail.com [awordforthisday@gmail.com]

May 31, 2026 - Ep 140 - Grace in the Abiding - Psalm 100:5

The episode focuses on the character of God, His faithfulness, and the reasons to trust Him. It emphasizes the importance of praising and trusting God, and the assurance of His steadfast love and faithfulness to all generations. “Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” Looking for an additional daily in-depth Bible study? Dr. Jori also hosts A WORD For This Day, a longer-form daily Bible study podcast that takes a deeper look into a focus verse each day — with the Scripture reference intentionally matched to the calendar date (for example, John 1:5 on January 5th). Each episode walks through the verse in its context, explores supporting passages across Scripture, and encourages believers to apply God’s Word to daily life while growing in knowledge, faith, and obedience. Together, these two podcasts are designed to help listeners: • read God’s Word • study God’s Word • live God’s Word • and share God’s Word with others   Find links to Dr. Jori’s other podcast as well as social media channels here. https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer [https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer]   Listen to A WORD For This Day on this YouTube channel or here: https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com [https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com] Email Dr. Jori at awordforthisday@gmail.com [awordforthisday@gmail.com]

May 30, 2026 - Ep 139 - Grace in the Remembering - Joshua 3:5-17

The episode begins with a warm welcome and introduction, followed by a discussion about the First Love Project and the importance of being in the Word. It then delves into Old Testament history, specifically the book of Joshua and the significant event of the crossing of the Jordan. The chapter concludes with a reflection on God's faithfulness and grace, ending with words of encouragement and blessings. “Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” Looking for an additional daily in-depth Bible study? Dr. Jori also hosts A WORD For This Day, a longer-form daily Bible study podcast that takes a deeper look into a focus verse each day — with the Scripture reference intentionally matched to the calendar date (for example, John 1:5 on January 5th). Each episode walks through the verse in its context, explores supporting passages across Scripture, and encourages believers to apply God’s Word to daily life while growing in knowledge, faith, and obedience. Together, these two podcasts are designed to help listeners: • read God’s Word • study God’s Word • live God’s Word • and share God’s Word with others   Find links to Dr. Jori’s other podcast as well as social media channels here. https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer [https://linktr.ee/drjorishaffer]   Listen to A WORD For This Day on this YouTube channel or here: https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com [https://awordforthisday.buzzsprout.com] Email Dr. Jori at awordforthisday@gmail.com [awordforthisday@gmail.com]