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It’s Christmas Eve.

Matthew 1:23 reminds us that a child was born, and they called Him Immanuel, meaning “God with us.” This episode invites you to pause in the middle of the season and remember that His presence is here and His comfort is near.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this week’s episode

• What the name Immanuel means and how it traces from Hebrew → Greek → English
• Why Matthew’s use of the prophecy from Isaiah 7:14 is “the essen...

There’s no hurt like church hurt.

As we move through this Christmas season, Angie pauses to address a reality many of us know too well: spiritual wounds that leave us questioning whether community, worship, and trust in spiritual leaders are worth the risk again.

With compassion and honesty, Angie shares part of her own story, reflects on John 10:14, and walks through five common struggles believers face after church hurt. Through Sc...

Have you ever longed for a place that truly feels like home?

Psalm 23:6b reminds us that God’s presence is that place. When David writes, “I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever,” he’s not only looking ahead to eternity. He’s declaring a daily commitment to stay close to the Shepherd who never leaves his side.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this week’s episode

• What the Hebrew word yashab (H3427) reveals that dwelling is about ...

Have you ever thought God calls the super-special and not you?

It’s easy to believe we’re too ordinary or too flawed to be used in a meaningful way. But Psalm 23:5b reminds us that God’s anointing is not about status, it’s about sufficiency. When He calls us, He equips us with His presence and fills us so fully that His goodness overflows through our lives to bless others.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this week’s episode:

• What the ...

Have you ever felt like life is running at full speed and there’s no way to keep up?

The holiday season often feels that way. Schedules are full, emotions are high, and quiet moments with God can get pushed aside. But John 8:32 reminds us that even in the busiest seasons, the truth will set us free.

In this episode, Angie shares encouragement and practical ideas for staying connected to Scripture when life doesn’t slow down.

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Have you ever felt like everything around you was working against you?

In those places, it can be hard to trust that God will still show up with exactly what we need. But Psalm 23:5a reminds that even in seasons that feel scattered or overwhelming, God’s preparation is deliberate, loving, and full of intention.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this week’s episode:

• What the Hebrew word ʿarak reveals about God’s preparation: orderly, del...

Have you ever wondered if God’s correction meant He was disappointed in you?

It’s so easy to confuse His discipline with His disapproval. But Psalm 23:4b shows us that even discipline can be a form of God’s comfort and care.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this week’s episode:

• What the Hebrew word nacham reveals about God’s comfort, meeting us in both our deepest emotions and our turning points of change
• How translations like The Passio...

Have you ever worried that following God might take you somewhere you don’t want to go, or that you wouldn’t be able to keep up if you tried?

In Psalm 23:3b, David writes, “He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.” The Hebrew word nachah means to guide, to govern, to lead forth. It’s not just about pointing out the path. It’s about walking with us, rerouting us when we wander, and strengthening us to keep movi...

Have you ever felt like Bible study is just out of reach? Maybe you’ve told yourself you’re not smart enough, you’re too busy, or you’ve failed too many times before to try again.

In John 17:17, Jesus prayed, “Sanctify them in the truth; Your word is truth.” His Word is not meant to weigh us down with guilt—it’s meant to lift us up in freedom.

In this episode, we’ll uncover 3 common lies that keep us from Bible study and the truth th...

Have you ever prayed for God to give you something back, only to find He gave you something completely different instead?

In Psalm 23:3a, David writes, “He restores my soul.” That little word “restores” is rich with meaning. In Hebrew, it’s shoob, to turn back, to renew, to repent, to be brought to life again. Restoration doesn’t mean business as usual. It means being welcomed into something greater than before.

Here’s what you’ll h...

Have you ever felt guilty for slowing down?

In a culture that glorifies hustle, rest can feel like weakness. But Psalm 23:2a says something different. This week, we’re looking at the word “makes” and discovering how God’s insistence on rest is an act of love.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this week’s episode:

• How the Hebrew meaning of “makes” deepens our understanding of God’s care
• Why true rest isn’t something we earn, but something ...

What If Failure Isn’t What You Think It Is?

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you’re still falling short? In this episode, we’re digging into Psalm 23:1, the Hebrew word for “want,” and how it might mean more than you think it means.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this week’s episode:

• How the Hebrew word chaser deepens the meaning of “I shall not want”
• Why success is found in following the Shepherd, not performing fo...

Big changes are coming to Understand Your Bible!
In this short episode, I’m sharing why we’re shifting to a shorter, more focused format, what God’s been teaching me, and how you can follow along with the brand-new Step By Step Starter Kit.

What’s New on the Podcast—and How You Can Shape What’s Next

Big changes are coming to Understand Your Bible—and I want you to be part of it!

In this short but important episode, I’m sharing:

Jesus doesn’t say, try not to worry. He says, Don’t.

In this week’s episode, Susie and Angie sit down for one last conversation in our current season to explore what Jesus meant in Matthew 6:34 when He told us not to be anxious about tomorrow. Together, we unpack the meaning behind the word “worry,” discover the freedom that comes from contentment, and share the ways God is gently helping us trust Him with the future one day at a ti...

Sometimes obedience leads to open doors. Other times, it leads straight into hardship. But Acts 5:41 reminds us that when we suffer for the sake of Christ, it’s not a sign we’re off course. It’s evidence we’re walking in step with Him.

In this episode, Angie and Susie explore what it means to be counted worthy of suffering for the name of Jesus. They unpack the surprising joy the apostles found in persecution, and how we can anchor ...

Ephesians 6:17 calls us to take up the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. But what does it look like to use God’s word as a weapon in everyday battles?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Katie unpack how the sword of the Spirit is more than head knowledge. It’s Scripture lived out. When we let truth shape our thoughts, guide our decisions, and speak into our pain, we fight back against the enemy’s lies with the very stren...

Ephesians 6:17 tells us to take the helmet of salvation, but how do we do that when fear, confusion, and discouragement attack our minds?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Susie unpack what it means to guard our thoughts with the truth of our salvation. They explore how salvation isn’t just a one-time event or a future hope; it’s a present-day reality that brings clarity, security, and peace when the spiritual battle rages.

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Ephesians 6:16 urges us to take up the shield of faith to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. But what does it really mean to raise that shield in the heat of spiritual battle?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Susie dive deep into what faith looks like when fear, insecurity, and doubt come rushing in. They unpack how our trust in God becomes a powerful defense against the enemy’s lies, and why even mustard-seed faith...

Ephesians 6:15 urges us to fit our feet with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. But what does that really mean when life feels uncertain, overwhelming, or just plain loud?

In this week’s episode, Angie and Katie dig into what it looks like to walk in peace, not as the absence of conflict, but as the presence of God's steadying hand. Together, they explore how recalling God’s faithfulness helps us stand firm, eve...