Coffee and Bible Time Podcast

If your life has felt too stressful to make time for Jesus, this conversation will help you slow down—without adding anything to your to-do list.Ellen Krause talks with spiritual director and poet Laura Kauffman, about taking care of your soul and finding rest with God, even in seasons of spiritual burnout. We talk about:Signs of spiritual burnoutWhy stillness is so hardContemplative prayer and spiritual direction, explained simplyHow to know if what you hear in prayer is from GodA simple breath prayer to try this weekWant to learn more? Check out Laura's new book, The Meeting Place.Scripture referenced:Psalm 46:10 | 1 Samuel 3 | Matthew 20:30 | Psalm 4:8 | 1 Kings 19:1-8About Laura Kauffman:LauraKauffman.com | Spiritual direction Laura's Bible study tools: KJV | Sprocket Portable Photo Printer | Pray As You Go💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.

If you're exhausted from the pain of unanswered prayers, long-term struggles, or God's silence, this conversation is for you.Ellen Krause sits down with Ebie Hepworth to talk about hope that is rooted in Christ, not in how things turn out. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why biblical hope is different from optimismWhat it looks like to be honest with God in prayerWhat “faith fatigue” is, and four movements for working through itWhat Sarah’s imperfect story teaches us about God’s faithfulnessHow reading God’s Word aloud and giving thanks can steady a discouraged heartWhatever season you’re in, you’ll leave encouraged to keep going.Click here to get your copy of Midnight Hallelujah—it's a must-read.Scripture referenced:Romans 8:24-25 | Psalm 34:18 | Psalm 30:5 | Hebrews 11 | John 1:1 | Matthew 11:29 | Psalm 73 | Proverbs 13:12 | Psalm 23:4About Ebie:@ebiehepworth | ebiehepworth.com | Hope Notes monthly newsletter | Let Me Ask You This podcastEbie's Bible study tools:ESV | NLT | Sacred Prayer by Anne Voskamp | BibleProject💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.

Loving others is easy—until someone hurts us, challenges us, or tests our patience. How do we respond with Christlike love when we just don't feel it?In this episode of the Coffee and Bible Time podcast, Dr. Winfred Neely joins Ellen Krause to share what the Bible teaches about agape love and how we can love others through the power of the Holy Spirit, even when it's hard.In this episode, we'll discuss:What agape love really means and how God models it for usHow to love those who hurt us or whom we strongly disagree withWhy loving others is an act of obedience, not just a feelingHow to set boundaries while showing Christlike lovePractical ways to grow in love through prayer, Scripture, and everyday acts of kindnessLearn more about Dr. Neely's new book, A Love to Live By! Scripture referenced:1 John 4:20 | 1 John 3:16 | Matthew 5:43-48 | 2 Timothy 2:24-26 | Philippians 3:13 | Deuteronomy 6:5Dr. Neely's Bible study tools:NASB | Logos Bible Software (get a free trial with this link!)About Dr. Neely:Moody Bible Institute | Today in the Word | YouVersion 7-Day Study | YouTube 💌 Loving what you hear? Subscribe here to get a monthly roundup of all our newest episodes. 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.

Leviticus. Exodus. Deuteronomy. What if these books became a source of wonder and worship instead of frustration and confusion?In this episode of the Coffee and Bible Time Podcast, Ellen sits down with Tammy Priest, an author, teacher, and Jewish follower of Jesus, to hear how discovering the connections between her Jewish heritage and Jesus transformed her understanding of Scripture. Tammy shares her powerful testimony and explains how understanding the Jewish context of the Bible can deepen our appreciation for God’s Word and His plan of redemption.In this episode, we discuss:Tammy’s journey to faith in Jesus and the impact on her family relationshipsHow the Jewish context of Scripture helps us understand Jesus’ words and actionsThe deeper meaning of the Jewish feasts, including Yom Kippur and ShavuotThe connection between Pentecost, the Holy Spirit, and God’s covenantPractical encouragement for reading the Bible more thoughtfully and seeing Jesus throughout ScriptureCheck out Tammy Priest's new book, Jerusalem Calls!Scripture referenced:Leviticus 16 | Exodus 19 | Acts 2:1-4About Tammy Priest:BeginningWithMoses.com | @beginningwithmoses | Substack Tammy's Bible study tools:NIV Study Bible | Star highlighter | Multicolored pen | Blue Letter BibleOther resources:The Complete Jewish Study Bible | The Hebrew-Greek Key Word Study Bible | Jerusalem Calls on Audible💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.

You don't have to stop feeling scared to make a faithful choice. Learn how to stop letting fear call the shots and find courage in God's presence, even when life feels overwhelming.Join Ellen Krause and guest Jess Connolly to discover:Why feeling afraid doesn't mean your faith is weak or that you're disappointing God.How to recognize when fear is influencing your decisions.The difference between the fear of man and the fear of God.Why naming your fears is an important step toward healing and courage.Practical ways to bring your anxiety to God through prayer, worship, and everyday acts of trust.Check out Jess' new book, You Can't Be Brave Until You're ScaredScripture referenced:Matthew 14:22-33 | Luke 22:54-60 | Psalm 139:23-24About Jess Connolly:JessConnolly.com | @jessaconnolly | The Jess Connolly PodcastJess' Bible study tools:Wide margin NIV | Goodnotes | Five Loaves💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.

What if your relationship with God became less about trying hard, and more about receiving His love?In this episode, Ellen talks with Stasi Eldredge about moving from knowing about God to experiencing Him personally. They explore what spiritual maturity really looks like—and why growing closer to God isn't about doing more, but about learning to rest in His love.In this episode, you'll discover:Why spiritual maturity is about relationship, not performanceHow wounds and past experiences can shape the way you see GodWhat it means to experience God's love personallyHow to recognize false beliefs about who God isA simple practice for becoming still and aware of Jesus' presenceHow to begin asking God to reveal Himself to you more deeplyLearn more about Stasi and The Ladder of Love here!Scripture referenced:James 4:2 | John 17:20-23 | John 14:15 | 1 John 4:19 | Romans 8:28 | Philippians 1:6 | Ephesians 6:11 | 1 Peter 5:9About Stasi Eldredge:wildatheart.org | Captivated Podcast | The Ladder of Love audiobook | Facebook | @stasieldredgeStasi's Bible study tools:NIV | Unlined journal | YouVersion💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.

You’ve prayed about it for months, maybe even years, and you’re starting to wonder if it's time to give up hope. We've been there too. In this episode, Ellen sits down with Kaci Nicole Harlow to talk about the painful reality of waiting on God, and how to remain faithful with unanswered prayers. Kaci shares from her own long season of waiting for marriage and motherhood, offering biblical encouragement for anyone wrestling with disappointment, comparison, or questions about what God is doing.They discuss:How to keep trusting God when your prayers are going unansweredWhy God cares about who we’re becoming while we waitHow to resist comparing your journey to someone else’sWhy prayer matters for the waiting seasonWhat it looks like to be faithful with what God has made clear todayCheck out Kaci's new book, So Much Better: Daring To Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and ExpectantScripture referenced:Hebrews 11:8-19 | 2 Timothy 2:13 | Philippians 4:6 | Deuteronomy 29:29 | 2 Corinthians 3:18About Kaci Nicole:kacinicole.com | @kacinicole | So Much Better Bible StudyKaci's Bible study tools:ESV Single Column Journaling Bible | Mr. Pen Highlighters | Enduring Word App💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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 want to grow closer to God...but aren’t sure how to get more from your Bible study? In this episode, Ellen and Ashley dive into Psalm 119 and explore how studying God’s Word can deepen your relationship with Him.Together, they discuss:Why Psalm 119 is so deeply centered on loving God’s WordHow Scripture helps us know God and His characterWhat words like law, statutes, testimonies, and commandments meanPractical ways to study and pray through Psalm 119How theme tracing can help you understand ScriptureWhat to do when Bible study feels intimidating or confusingWhether you’re new to Bible study or looking for a fresh way to engage with Scripture, Psalm 119 offers encouragement to keep showing up, studying God’s Word, and growing in love for Him.Scripture referenced:Psalm 119Resources mentioned:How to Pray the Psalms with Traci Crowley | BibleGatewayCheck out our new course! How Do I Grow Closer to God? In-Depth Psalm 119 Course💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.

Sudden sadness. Bursts of irritability. If that sounds familiar, you may be carrying grief you haven't recognized—and naming it is the first step toward bringing it to God, healing, and moving forward.In this conversation, Ellen and licensed therapist Nicole Langman explore the often-overlooked losses that can leave us grieving even when no one has died. Together, they discuss:Why we compare our pain to others—and why we don't have toHow grief can show up as anger, guilt, shame, or even reliefWhy joy and sorrow can exist at the same timeHow to recognize, name, and process the grief you're carryingWhat to do when you're asking God, “Why?”Practical ways to bring your grief to God and begin healingNicole also shares how Scripture and honest prayer can help us remember that God is near in our pain.This Isn't The Story I Wanted: Grieving the Life You Lost and Trusting the God Who StaysScripture referenced:Psalm 56:8 | Psalm 18:6 | John 11:35About Nicole:NicoleLangman.com | @_nicolelangman | FacebookNicole's Bible study tools:ESV | Filament Bible | Transparent sticky notes | Logos (get a 60-day free trial with this link!) | BlueLetterBible.org | BibleProject.com💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.

When life gets hard, the Bible doesn't give us easy comfort...it points us to eternity. Here's why that matters. In this episode, Ellen Krause talks with Bible teacher and author Jennifer Rothschild—who has lived with blindness since age 15—about how the hope of eternal life shapes the way we live right now.Together, they discuss:Why heaven is more than a future promise and how it changes our lives todayCommon misconceptions Christians have about heaven and eternal lifeHow an eternal perspective can help us navigate suffering, grief, and disappointmentHow our longings, losses, and loves can point us toward ChristWhat it means to keep Jesus at the center of our hopeEncouragement for trusting God when He doesn’t change our circumstancesHeaven for Today: 60 Devotions on How the Life to Come Changes Your Life Right NowScripture referenced:John 14 | 2 Cor. 5:8 | 1 Cor. 15:51 | Romans 8:18 | 2 Cor. 4:16-18 About Jennifer:JenniferRothschild.com | HeavenforToday.com | Facebook Jennifer's Bible study tools:NASB 1995 | NIV | YouVersion | Dwell Bible App | GotQuestions.org💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAILThe One Year New Testament for New Beginnings by DaySpring helps you take next steps with daily Scripture & messages that draw you closer to God. Explore the Filament Bible app with over 25k study notes and more!Support the showYouTube 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.