Abide in Jesus

Abide in Jesus

Find hope, encouragement and a deeper relationship with Christ as Christian author Carolyn Rice shares her own story of finding freedom in Christ and healing life's hurts. Carolyn leads you in practical and biblical steps to empower you in your walk with Christ. Carolyn Rice is an author and Bible teacher with an associate degree in biblical studies. She has served in several aspects of ministry including teaching Cleaning Stream Seminars and has served as the Alumni Director for Seattle Bible College. She has written several books including Loved by the Father, a Women's Bible Study and Journal through John and First John, Lord, Heal My Heart, God Sees your Tears: 30 Prayers for Comfort and Healing, as well as Healing the Father Wound; A Women's Bible Study through the Gospel of Mark. You can find out more about Carolyn and her books at CarolynsBooks.com

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October 8, 2025 5 mins

In this episode of Abide in Jesus, Carolyn Rice shares how to practice gratitude in hard times through three simple yet powerful steps. Whether you’re walking through a joyful season or facing mountains that feel impossible to move, learning to give thanks can shift your heart and renew your hope.

Join Carolyn as she shares how gratitude journaling helped her find peace in the middle of life’s storms — and how you ...

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In this episode you will find Christian words of encouragement and a prayer for when you are going through situations that have caused you grief and heartache. 

The Bible verse we are talking about is Psalm 34:17-19 

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August 31, 2023 4 mins

Have you struggled with feeling insignificant?  Be encouraged today as we talk about how God can use you in everyday life. We'll explore Matthew 5:14 in this devotion for women. 

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Carolyn Rice is an author and Bible teacher.  She overcame her past by sitting at the feet of Jesus, and she's written several books on finding freedom in Christ. You can find...

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August 24, 2023 4 mins

How do you delight in the law of the Lord, as it says in Psalm 1? Find out how on today's episode of Abide in Jesus.

You can find   Loved by the Father here. 

Find the Strong's Lexicon here. 

And Matthew Henry's commentary here. 

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August 17, 2023 7 mins

Don’t you hate it when you’re going through something hard, and someone gives you a platitude? It’s almost like they’re just telling you to smile and get over it. But some things are really hard to get over. Some things leave you broken, the shattered pieces of your heart and life seem to be everywhere.  But there is a way to step out of despair and find your joy again. Find out how on today’s epi...

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In this special episode I am inviting you to join the launch team for my newest Bible Study, Tools for Spiritual Freedom, an Ephesians Bible Study for women.

If you are interested find out more here. 

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In today's Bible study with me, I'll share with you 4 powerful verses on God's love for you and show you how to get the Word from your head into your heart. Find faith and encouragement for today as you listen to freedom in Christ Devotional.

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In today's  Bible Study with me, we are looking at Ephesians 1:5 and at the fact that God chose you. If you have struggled with rejection, this episode will bless you. Find faith and encouragement for today as you listen to freedom in Christ Devotion.

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Have you ever felt God's prompting to step out in faith on something, not knowing what was on the other side of that step? You may feel fearful, and others may not believe in you. Today, we're discussing what to do when what God has put on your heart looks impossible.

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July 20, 2023 4 mins

Have you ever heard yourself say,  I don't feel forgiven by God, and then you struggle with shame and condemnation?  Today on the podcast, I'll help you break free of not feeling forgiven.

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July 6, 2023 3 mins

You have heard so much about forgiving others, but what about forgiving yourself? What about letting go of shame and condemnation, the feeling that you deserve to be punished for mistakes and wrong decisions in your life? Today I’m going to show you how to forgive yourself. 

Find a printed copy of this prayer on my blog at Blog - The official website of Carolyn Rice, author (carolynsbooks.com)

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June 29, 2023 6 mins

Have you struggled with the idea of forgiveness? You want to forgive, but it feels like if you do, it means the offender got away with what they did. And to top it all off, how do you actually do it?
Today, on abide in Jesus, I’ll show you how to forgive. 

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June 22, 2023 5 mins



In today's Christian devotional for women, we talk about defeating fear and doubt.  How do you do it? You'll find practical steps and encouragement to strengthen yourself in the Lord, so that you can be strong and courageous, knowing that the Lord is with you.

We take a look at how David strengthened himself in the Lord, and see how we ourselves can use his example to defeat doubt and fear in our own lives. ...

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Have you wanted divine direction from the Lord, but you're not even sure how? Today I'll share with you a few ways you can put yourself in a position to hear from the Lord for divine direction and share how these things have worked in my own life. 

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Have you ever found yourself in circumstances that left your faith in pieces and your mind swirling with questions? "God, where are you?" might come from your mouth. Today, I'll share with you some encouragement and practical steps to take when you find yourself in that place. 

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Have you ever wondered what receiving the Kingdom of God like a little child actually means? Today, we'll discover what this actually means and you'll gain practical steps to Receive the Kingdom of God as a child.

Strong's Lexicon Greek and Hebrew Words

Matthew Henry's commentary


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Have you struggled to believe God's love for you? After experiencing abuse and trauma in my life, I struggled too. Today I'm sharing 3 things that helped me overcome feeling unloved, so that you too, can become confident in God's love for you. 

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Do you struggle with the negative words people have spoken over you, even years ago?  Do you find that those words play over and over in your mind? Today, I'm going to give you six ways to replace those negative thoughts so that you can finally walk in peace.

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May 4, 2023 4 mins

Have you struggled to trust God with your doubts or fears, or wondered if he'd come through for you? Some days are heavy with questions, and discouragement beckons. Today I share a short devotional to help you overcome those places where you're struggling and ask God to become so real to you in those moments. 

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Have you found yourself in a waiting season? 
And during that season, have you struggled with doubt or fear?
I myself have been there, and today, I'll share with you three things you can do when you find yourself waiting on God.  

All scriptures not noted are in the NKJV. 

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