Grow in Grace Podcast

Shanna is joined today by Brooke Ledbetter, author of Closer Than a Brother: An Invitation to Cultivate Friendship That Lasts. In this conversation, they are going to explore the beauty of biblical friendship—what it looks like, why it matters, and how we can begin to pursue it with intention. 

If you’ve ever wrestled with being vulnerable, felt abandoned by shallow community, or struggled to believe that Jesus actually wants to be ...

In this episode, Shanna is joined by Kelli Galyean, to talk about the life of David. From overlooked shepherd to mighty king, David’s journey is full of faith, failure, courage, and redemption. But this episode isn’t just about David - it’s about what his life reveals about the heart of God. 

We unpack the Davidic Covenant, discuss the importance of godly mentorship, reflect on the raw beauty of David’s wilderness Psalms, and look a...

In this episode, Shanna explores the significance of Jesus’ resurrection and ascension. The resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith - without it, there is no gospel, no hope, and no future. But the story doesn’t stop there. We turn our attention to the often-overlooked ascension of Christ, a vital part of the gospel narrative. From His heavenly throne, Jesus continues His work as our Prophet, Priest, and King. Join Shanna as s...

Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the coming kingdom of our father David! Hosanna in the highest!

These were the shouts that filled the streets as Jesus made his entrance into Jerusalem the week of Passover. Join us as we look back to the story of Moses and the very first Passover and then walk through this pivotal week of Jesus' triumphal entry and the last meal he shared with his disciples. ...

We see the character of God all over the story of Ruth even though He is only mentioned just a few times. The story of Ruth and Naomi is one that highlights many of God's characteristics including his compassion and provision. We see the introduction of the Kinsman-Redeemer and how God used the seemingly insignificant events in Ruth's story to connect her to the lineage of David and ultimately, to be mentioned in the line...

In this episode, Shanna gets to interview her pastor, Matt Chandler. 

For many, Revelation is a bit intimidating. It’s a big book with a lot of weird characters in it. And yet, for the last 2000 years, the book of Revelation has put courage into the spines of Christians. Revelation says that despite what we see and experience, Christ is on his throne and ruling on high, and we are able to live faithfully in the moment of time that G...

This episode, Shanna and Kristen are going to take a 30,000 ft view of the story of Abraham. We will look at God's character as we look at the lives of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar. Don't let the length of this episode fool you -  It is full of deep truth that we pray will encourage your heart and remind you of what is true about God. 

So buckle up as we talk about one of Shanna's favorite stories in the Bible: The Story...

This episode, we dive into the opening chapters of the Bible and talk about the creation narrative in Genesis 1-3. These chapters are so foundational, not only to understanding the Bible but to understanding God Himself. Our origin story is crucial because it frames and sets the tone for every other story that follows. We are going to look and see how God brings order out of chaos, what it means to be made in His image, and how the...

Questions to Consider:
Do you ever feel like you are unworthy to receive the love of God? What can you do to remind yourself of the truth about His love for you? 

How might your day look different if you truly believed you were a recipient of the love of God? What are some ways you can respond to Him in love? 

Do you tend to get stuck thinking of love as just a feeling? How can you shift love from being a thought in your head or ...

Read: Luke 1:26-28, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:8-14, Ephesians 2:14-16,Colossians 3:12-17

Sing: Away in a Manger

Family Time: 

1. Continue making your nativity set. This week, create the baby Jesus piece and add it to the set. 
2. Draw or paint what you think the night sky might have looked like when the angels appeared to the shepherds. 
3. When you see Christmas lights, talk about which lights and houses are your favorites and why. We are attract...

Read: Genesis 3, Exodus 3:7-22, Mark 13:32-37, Isaiah 9:1-7,

Sing: COME, THOU LONG-EXPECTED JESUS

Family Time: 

1. Create an Advent wreath to use throughout the Advent season. 
2. Create a nativity scene to use throughout the Advent season. If you would like to make this activity last the entire season, consider creating just the stable, animals, and Mary and Joseph this week. 

Questions to consider:

• Read Genesis 3. How does begi...

This episode is all about Thanksgiving (maybe a little Advent)! 

We are not called just to give thanks during certain seasons. God calls us to give thanks in everything in Christ Jesus. In this episode, we will look at Psalms 100 and the call to action that is given to the believer. May our lives be marked by thankfulness each and every day and not just a few short months a year. God is worthy of all our praise and thanksgiving now ...

Shanna and Kristen are joined by special guest Jani Ortlund. We had the privilege of chatting with Jani about marriage, family discipleship, and the importance of passing on a legacy of faith to future generations. Jani shares so much wisdom in this episode. We know that whatever stage of life you are in, you will be encouraged and reminded of what God can do generationally through your family.   

Books Mentioned In This E...

On today’s episode, we are discussing the glory of God. We hear a lot about the glory of God. We often say, “God is working all things together for His own glory” or “Glorify God in everything you do”. These are all true and important statements! But what exactly is the glory of God? Why is His glory a big deal? These are valid questions. We will even confront the natural objection that people may have: if God’s after His own glory...

Everyone is being discipled, the question is what is discipling us? Churches have neglected their responsibility to make disciples. The church is not a secondary platform; it is the primary platform God uses to grow people into the image of Jesus. Join us as we chat with Corey O'Grady about the importance of discipleship in our lives and how we can accomplish this command given by God. 

Corey has over 15 years of vocational min...