Love the Bible

What do you do when you don’t understand something you’re reading in the Bible?In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes guest Meghan Harvey to discuss the obstacles to studying the Bible. Megan shares her journey from struggling with selective storytelling and taking verses out of context in church to discovering a deeper, more personal understanding of scripture.The conversation covers modern distractions, the importance of community and mentorship, valuing the entire canon of scripture, and practical tips for integrating Bible study into daily routines. Both Kristin and Megan emphasize the need for creating safe spaces for questions and finding personalized routines and plans that help you to engage with God's word consistently.Highlights:Meghan discusses initial struggles with reading the Bible in context.Perspective on modern distractions, like phones, and managing them.The importance of Bible study groups and older mentors.Meghan shares her daily Bible study routineMeghan shares how the Kristin and the Psalms have influenced herResources Mentioned:Meghan’s IG account: @she_lives_loved"New Morning Mercies" by Paul David Tripp (recommended devotional)Hashtags#LoveTheBible #BibleStudy #FaithJourney #ChristianPodcast #Inspiration #ScriptureStudy  #KristinNave #shelovesbible #shelivesloved #leviticusShow Credits:Executive Producer & Host: Kristin NaveProducer : Jay Lee - Provision PodcastsMedia Designer: Bethany YoungGuest:Bio:What started out as a way to share my bible journaling, turned into an Instagram community of women eager to learn more about how to study the bible and make it a habit in their life. I'm Megs and I am a Jesus follower, wife, and mom of 3 wonderful children. I was born and raised in England and now reside in Alberta, Canada. I love hot coffee, but won't say no to a nicely brewed tea either. I am passionate about encouraging women to remember they are living loved by an awesome God who has a plan and purpose for their lives.

Did you know that there are more people living in slavery today than at any other time in history? Where is our hope against this injustice?In this episode, host Kristin Nave is joined by Shannon Sergey, founder and CEO of Forever Found, to explore the intersection of biblical teachings on slavery and the urgent crisis of modern-day human trafficking. Kristin discusses the context of Hebrew slavery as detailed in the Old Testament, highlighting its regulations and humanitarian provisions. Shannon elaborates on the differences between ancient practices and present-day trafficking, emphasizing the Bible's principles of equality and humane treatment, . The episode underscores Christianity's historical role in abolishing slavery and delves into Forever Found's impactful work in shining the light of Christ in the darkness and seeing freedom and healing for those who have experienced trafficking and exploitation. With personal stories of hope and faith, they address misconceptions, the influence of trauma, and the vital call for modern abolitionists.Highlights:Kristin and Shannon discuss Slavery in the BibleShannon shares current statistics and causes of sex traffickingShannon shares stories from the fieldKristin shares from her own experiencesPractical steps for listenersResources Mentioned:Shannon's organization: Forever Found (www.foreverfound.org)Forever Found on Instagram: @forever_foundAbiding Free PodcastHashtags#LoveTheBible #HumanTraffickingAwareness #ModernDayAbolition #BiblicalTeachings #FaithInAction #ForeverFound #EndSlavery #ChristianityAndJustice #KristinNave #shelovesbible #abidingfree #shannonsergey #sextraffickingShow Credits:Executive Producer & Host: Kristin NaveProducer : Jay Lee - Provision PodcastsMedia Designer: Bethany YoungGuest:Bio:Shannon is a Southern California-born follower of the creator and king of the universe. She has been featured in numerous newspapers, podcasts, talk shows, and radio shows as a leader and advocate for the rescue and forever freedom of trafficked youth here in the US and overseas. She currently serves as the CEO and founder of the anti human trafficking organization Forever Found and is the host of the Abiding Free Podcast. Shannon's heart is to boldly speak the life giving truth that is in a daily relationship with Jesus that true freedom is found in all of life's circumstances. She has seen this in her own life walking through significant chronic illness and traumas, all of which God has used to draw her closer to the arms of her savior. She loves her primary ministry as homemaker and mother to 4 passionate children and the adoring, though many times sarcastic wife to her childhood sweetheart and husband, Taylor.

Do you ever wonder why biblical literacy is declining in a time when there has never been more helpful resources?In this episode, host Kristin Nave talks with Megan Rawlings, the CEO and founder of The Bold Movement, to explore the paradox of declining biblical literacy amid an abundance of resources. They discuss the importance of context and comprehension in Bible reading, the pitfalls of treating it like a checklist, and the critical role of exegesis in understanding scripture. Megan shares insights on slowing down to grasp deeper lessons and highlights how often Scripture is misinterpreted as being about ourselves rather than God. The episode also introduces "theboldmovement.com" and their upcoming Advent Bible study, emphasizing the value of encouraging women to study the Bible directly and supporting each other in ministry.Highlights:Why more Bible reading doesn’t lead to comprehensionImportance of slowing down and gaining contextPrimary, secondary, and tertiary issuesSocial pressures Christians face about beliefThe BOLD Movement’s upcoming Advent Bible studyResources Mentioned:Website:www.theboldmovement.comTalk Bible to Me PodcastAdvent Bible study by Megan Rawlings (set for release in November)Hashtags#LoveTheBible #BiblicalLiteracy #TheBoldMovement #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Exegesis #FaithJourney #AdventStudy #womeninministry #KristinNave #shelovesbibleShow Credits:Executive Producer & Host: Kristin NaveProducer : Jay Lee - Provision PodcastsMedia Designer: Bethany YoungGuest:Bio:Megan Rawlings is the CEO and founder of The Bold Movement. The Bold Movement is a ministry that trains women in Biblical literacy and resources women to be bold in their faith. She earned her Masters degree in theology from Kentucky Christian University. When she is not writing curriculum or teaching, she is a board member of Christian Standard, cohost of the podcast, Talk Bible to Me, and teaches at The Bold Movement Academy. She is also the prayer chair for ICOM 2024. She has a passion for knowing the Bible and has studied Greek with her private tutor, Dr. Jim Girdwood for the past seven years.She is married to Matt Rawlings, a doctor, attorney, and pastor—no, she is not exaggerating. Together, they serve their congregation, Christ’s Community Church, and reside in the foothills of Appalachia in southern Ohio. Some of Megan’s favorite things are Hallmark movies, Pierre Water, Bible trivia, and her family. Fun fact, Megan is the godmother to seven children.

Is struggling with our emotional and mental health a weakness in our faith?In this episode, host Kristin Nave engages in a deep conversation with biblical counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist Carole Reitsma about the impact of emotional dysfunction and generational sins on our souls, as rooted in biblical teaching. Together they explore the concepts of sanctification, the importance of emotional health in the spiritual journey, and the inherited nature of emotional issues, drawing on the example of King David and his family struggles. Carole also deep dives into practical ways to address emotional confrontations and the importance of relationships and intimacy with God, offering listeners insights into achieving emotional health grounded in biblical principles.Highlights:Inherited emotional dysfunction and its biblical references.The difference between spiritual salvation and ongoing emotional sanctificationKing David as an example.Emotional dysfunction signaling unresolved issuesThe “emotional matador" technique of handling intense emotional situationsReplacing lies with biblical truth.Resources Mentioned:Carole’s book: "Relationship Road"Carole’s YouTube Channel: "The Relationship Road"Website: https://relationshiproad.com/  Email Carole: [email protected] authors: Henry Cloud and John TownsendHashtags#LoveTheBiblePodcast #EmotionalHealing #ChristianCounseling #BiblicalHealth #relationshiproad #CaroleReitsma #SpiritualJourney #EmotionalSanctification #KingDavid #FaithAndFeelings #ChristianPodcast  #KristinNave #shelovesbibleShow Credits:Executive Producer & Host: Kristin NaveProducer : Jay Lee - Provision PodcastsMedia Designer: Bethany YoungGuest:Bio:Carole Reitsma is a biblical counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist who has been counseling thousands of Christians for the past 25 years. She is the author of Relationship Road, a book that teaches us how to go from feeling alone, hurt, and lost to having fulfilling relationships with God, ourselves and others. Along with being an author Carole was an adjunct professor at a large Christian university, and has provided countless workshops and talks on emotional and spiritual health to various audiences. Carole lives in Southern California with her husband of 40 plus years and her son.