Coffee and Bible Time Podcast

Sometimes we have areas in our lives where we just know something isn’t working right. Maybe it’s something in a relationship, something at work, something with the kids, or something to do with our own character! Life has a way of shifting, but thankfully, we can stay standing when we keep our eyes focused on Jesus and build our lives on the firm foundation of His Word. Our guest today, Alli Patterson, author of the book, How to Stay Standing: 3 Essential Practices for Building a Faith That Lasts, is here with us to share:how a parable in the Bible can help us get honest about the foundation we are buildinghow to keep Jesus at the center of it allhow taking risks can lead to safety and security Alli's Favorites:Book: How to Stay StandingFavorite Bible TranslationMoleskine Classic Notebook - BlackFavorite App: Logos00:00 – Intro 03:33 - Why did you feel lead to write your book? 09:26 – Choosing the title for your book. 12:58 – Allie’s upbringing in the church. 21:11 - Why did you choose to divided your book into 3 parts, and what are they? 24:32 - Think why do you think that most women don't see themselves as risk takers and what is a good first step to becoming one? 28:13 – ScriptuGot a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyCBT Limited Edition T ShirtsLimited Edition T-shirts. Super cute with a simple, beautiful design to fit any style. Alabaster Use Promo Code CBTPROMO for 10% off beautiful books of the BibleCBT Limited Edition Contest SweaterBeautiful and lightweight sweatshirt designed by a CBT viewer. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

As Christians, we know that God is sovereign over our lives and has given each of us assignments to do and fulfill. Sometimes though, our confidence falters, and we question if we are really where we are supposed to be and if it is lining up with God’s purpose for us. Our guest today, Heather MacFadyen, author of the new book, Right Where You Belong: How to Identify & Fully Occupy Your God-Given Space. She will share:How to quiet insecurities by teaching us how to have confidence in God’s assignments and contentment in occupying the space He’s given. Grow in obedience to God's calling.Live abundantly and obediently in what God has given you.Book: Right Where You BelongWebsite: heathermacfadyen.comFavorite Bible VersionWrite the Word JournalsStrong's Concordance AppGot a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyAlabaster Use Promo Code CBTPROMO for 10% off beautiful books of the BibleDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

It’s heartbreaking to realize how many of us are walking around day-to-day with the things that try to take our joy.  Things like pain, shame, and regret. Things that leave us overwhelmed and broken. Our guest today, Toni Collier, author of the book, Brave Enough to be Broken: How to Embrace Your Pain and Discover Hope and Healing, is here with us to share Biblical wisdom and practical steps to help you stand in your brokenness and experience healing.  Jesus longs for you to understand that you are worthy of the healing he offers.Book: Brave Enough to Be BrokenWebsiteBible: ESVFavorite App: YouVersion0:00 – Into 01:57 – Ad Break 03:27 – Meet Toni  04:26 - What advice would you give women then who are just afraid of how much that healing's gonna hurt? 07:31 - If you could give your younger self a piece of advice what would it be? 11:17 - What would you say to the single moms who just maybe feel like they're barely holding on? 13:59 - Numbing just isn't the answer  16:40 - How do you balance your recovery and sharing your struggles as someone who's in the public eye? 19:39 - Tell us about the way the enemy attacks and what are those lies that he's trying to see us with? 22:45 - It’s hard to know if you REALLY know God. 27:22 – Perfectionism vs Surrender 32:11 - What are some steps that women can take to cultivate a healthy and loving community? 37:16 – A letter to the divorced woman  40:Got a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyAlabaster Use Promo Code CBTPROMO for 10% off beautiful books of the BibleDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Time management today is a hot topic. We are all so busy trying to fit everything we can into our day, that time management has become a big industry. There are countless books, podcasts, and other resources that tell us how to get more done in less time which can sometimes cause us even more anxiety. But what if we view the idea of efficiency through God’s perspective? Would we get the same answers to the dilemma of managing a fast-paced life with a mile-long to-do list? Our guest today, Jen Pollock Michel, author of the book, In Good Time: 8 Habits for Reimagining Productivity, Resisting Hurry, and Practicing Peace, is here to talk about how our primary call as Christians is not to practice habits of productivity but to practice habits of fruitfulness that lead us into faithfulness to God and others. Book: In Good TimeBible Version: NLT TranslationSupplies: 3 Ring BinderFavorite App: Blue Letter Bible Got a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyAlabaster Use Promo Code CBTPROMO for 10% off beautiful books of the BibleDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

In the Book of John, Jesus very clearly tells us that while we are in this world, we will have trouble. He’s telling us that we can expect some trials, and some tribulations, but He also tells us to take heart because he has overcome this world. Trials and tribulations are oftentimes necessary in order for us to grow and mature into whom God created us to be. Our guest today, Mila Grigg, author of the book, Forged by Fire: How to Develop an Unstoppable Personal Brand, is a true testament to walking through trials and with God’s grace and coming out on the other side more resilient with a stronger faith that can truly make beauty from ashes. Book: Forged by FireWebsite: www.modaimageconsulting.comDr. Tony Evans SermonsBible: NIV John MacArthur Study Bible00:00 – Intro  02:12 – Ad Break 03:51 – Meet Mila 04:48 – Mila's Story 06:35 – Mila’s trial story  13:41 – Having a Faithful Foundation  16:24 - Mila’s husband's experience  19:56 - Define your own unique personal brand and aligning that with your faith 25:47 – Improving your personal brand through reading and studying the Bible 29:07 - Handling negative feedback within your personal brand. 32:19 - Advice for walking in a really deep valley when they feel like all hope is lost? 35:32 – Helping someone as they are walking through a trial 38:41 – Connect with Mila 39:11 – Bible Study Favs 41:55 – Outro  Got a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyAlabaster Use Promo Code CBTPROMO for 10% off beautiful books of the BibleDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Do you ever find yourself yearning for dating and faith advice? Are you looking for real talk about relationships and faith from a couple who have navigated both dating and marriage? Or maybe you’re just wanting someone to come alongside you to help answer questions about keeping God at the center of your relationship? Well, you are in the right place. Our guests today, Tiffany Dawn, along with her husband, James are here with us to share their journey and guide us in all things related to dating, relationships, and how to keep God first through it all! Website: tiffanydawn.netBook: The Dating Couple's Devotional JournalBook: Before the RingBible: Catholic Study Bible - Four GospelsBible: New King James VersionBible: New Living TranslationBible: Chronological BibleFavorite App: The Bible Project 00:00 – Intro  02:00 – Ad Break  03:29 – Meet Tiffany and James 05:05 - Tell us about “Before the Ring” and why you wrote it 09:34 – What are three of the most important qualities to look for in a spouse, and why? 15:27 – What are the deal breakers? 18:01 - Does attraction really matter? 25:30 - What do you think is a common mistake that you see Christians when they're considering marriage? 30:45 – Being on the same page in your faith. 38:33 – Tell us about your new couples devotional journal 41:21 - Keeping God at the center of your relationship.  45:47 - Idolizing your partner during the “Got a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyTalking Jesus DollTalking Jesus Doll is a beautiful plush Jesus doll. Squeeze his hand and he speaks 10 Bible verses.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

We all have the desire to know God more deeply and to grow every day in our faith and to know without a doubt the love that God has for us. As Christians, we try to add our flesh-fueled ideas of what we think building a relationship with God should look like, through our efforts and our works. Sometimes we need help living and resting in Jesus, and finding our way to the place where we can know the hope of God and know that he truly is for us. Our guest today, Ron Block, author of the book, Abiding Dependence: Living Moment by Moment in the Love of God, knows very well that becoming who we’re meant to be requires a deeper experience with God, and he will be sharing more about that and his own walk with Christ today.Book: Abiding DependenceBible: The WordFavorite App: Tecarta Bible AppBullet JournalToday's Sponsor: The Talking Jesus Doll - Use coupon code CBTDOLL for 10% discount!0:00 - Intro 2:05 - Ad Break3:37 - Meet Ron Block8:42 - When did you become a Christian and why you decided to commit your life to Christ?13:04 - Tell us about the years you shifted then into your musical career.16:42 - That's fascinating during those years, how would you describe sort of your spiritual growth?23:03 - Seeing the joy of Christ29:24 - What do you mean by abiding dependence?34:31 - 40 days through your book46:17 - One of the 40 meditations51:01 - Connect with Ron Block53:17 - Favorite Bible study tool questions 58:55 - OutroGot a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyTalking Jesus DollTalking Jesus Doll is a beautiful plush Jesus doll. Squeeze his hand and he speaks 10 Bible verses.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Finding your place in God’s story, thankfully, isn’t about doing more or having it all together—it’s about resting in God’s promises and seeking his wisdom to live faithfully wherever we are. Our guest today, Teresa Swanstrom Anderson, creator of the Get Wisdom Bible Studies, is here to focus specifically on her Bible study of the women in Jesus’ lineage to demonstrate to us that God is speaking into our stories through the complicated lives of five ordinary, imperfect, yet very courageous women connected to Jesus through his lineage.Bible Study: Finding Your Place in God's StoryPodcast: Living LighterWebsite: heyitsteresa.comIG: teresa.swanstrom.andersonBible: NIVHighlightersFavorite App: Blue Letter Bible0:00 - Intro1:27 - Ad Break3:15 - Meet Teresa Swanstrom Anderson 4:22 - What inspired you to focus on Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary, the women in Jesus’ lineage?9:39 - How do the women of the Bible show a far different, truer vision of a faithful life?15:09 - Motherhood is definitely a central part in women's lives. What wisdom do they have for moms today?21:21 - What does this show us about God and His care for the vulnerable?26:41 - What would you say to a woman who doesn't think that God can use her in her current situation?29:25 - What is one thing that you uncovered in your research?38:Got a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Learn how the storyline of the Bible can answer the question, what on earth am I here for? Or, what is the purpose of my life? These are big questions that millions of people ponder every day. We can go about figuring these out if we truly understand God’s story. If someone asked you to tell them a short version of the story of the Bible, what would you say? My guests today, Ashley and Taylor from our YouTube channel, Coffee and Bible Time, are here to help us sort this all out. Sign up for the In-Depth Bible Study AcademyFavorite Bible: ESV Interleaved Journaling BibleFavorite Bible Study Highlighters Favorite Bible Study Apps: https://www.studylight.org/https://www.blueletterbible.org/ https://www.openbible.info/labs/cross-references/Today's Sponsor: The Talking Jesus Doll - Use coupon code CBTDOLL for 10% discount!Got a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

The concept of God and knowing what to say to God can be very intimidating for little ones.  But if we can teach children how to talk to God and help them learn that their prayers for others matter, it can be an instrumental factor in building a firm foundation of faith that will last a lifetime. Our guests today, Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins, have co-written a new children’s picture book titled, When I Talk to God, I Talk About You. They are here to talk about the importance of modeling prayer to young children and watching them grow in faith through that tender introduction at an early age. Book: When I Talk to God, I Talk About You0:00 - Intro2:07 - Ad Break3:35 - Meet Chrissy Metz4:27 - Meet Bradley Collins5:46 - What inspired you to write a children’s book together?8:00 - Why did you find it important to teach young children that they too, can pray to God?9:41 - For you two, personally, how does the book reflect your faith life and understanding of prayer?11:16 - Your book is described as “a touching ode to unconditional love”. How have you experienced God’s unconditional love in your lives? How do we pass that on to children?14:57 - What are your hopes for parents or grandparents who read this book to their children?17:01 - Who was instrumental in your lives that influenced your faith walks?20:31 - What was the process like of turning your words over to another to interpret visually?23:33 - Chrissy, you are a singer as well as an incredible actress and we’ve heard there is a companion album that goes along with the theme of this book. 27:19 - Before we go, I loved your faith-based film “Breakthrough”. Any future faith-based films on the horizon?28:15 - Where can people find out more information about you two and the book & album?Got a question or something on your heart? We’d love to hear it! Drop us a note — your feedback helps us create episodes that truly encourage and inspire.Join our community! If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you.  Want to study God's Word for yourself? Try our In-Depth Bible Study Academy Click here to try a free mini-course!Talking Jesus DollTalking Jesus Doll is a beautiful plush Jesus doll. Squeeze his hand and he speaks 10 Bible verses.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show💌 You don't have to grow alone! Subscribe to our newsletter for spiritual encouragement, podcast news, and practical resources to help you thrive. YouTube channel ☕ Instagram Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.