The Ruth Chou Simons Podcast
Some days, all you need is an honest conversation with a friend who’s been there… but scheduling a coffee date feels impossible. Join Ruth Chou Simons, bestselling author, artist, and founder of GraceLaced, as she seeks to apply the gospel to her everyday life and help you do the same. Tune in for a coffee date you didn’t have to schedule to chat real life and real application of God’s Word.
Episodes
Is it really worth the time, energy, and effort it takes to learn a new skill, read classic literature, or understand math? In today’s episode, hear Ruth and Troy’s answer as they talk about what it means to learn for life and live for Christ.
Whether you’re a student, a parent, or neither, this episode is for you!
Scripture referenced:
Psalm 19:1
Genesis 1:28
Resources mentioned:
The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis
To K...
What do you do when life is overwhelming? In this episode, Ruth’s sharing a word of encouragement and rehearsing truths that remind us all of the hope we have in Jesus.
If you find this Preach To Yourself (PTY) episode helpful, share it with a friend!
Scripture referenced:
Psalm 42
Lamentations 3:21-23
2 Timothy 2:10-13
Hebrews 13:8
Deuteronomy 7:9
Hebrews 10:23
Resources mentioned:
The Way of the Wildflo...
In today’s episode, Ruth’s sitting down with a younger woman she’s discipling to talk about mentoring relationships. Listen in as they share what’s working for them and offer encouragement for both sides of intentional mentoring relationships.
Scripture referenced:
Titus 2
Proverbs 11:14
Resources mentioned:
Better Together by Melissa Kruger
You are a Theologian by Jen Wilkin & J.T. English
Join Ruth and Eve for a catch-up session where they share what they’re learning, loving, and leaving behind.
Put your headphones on, grab a cup of coffee, lace up your tennis shoes, or grab some laundry to fold while you listen in.
Scripture referenced:
Psalm 139:7-10
Resources mentioned:
The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Easy Pasta Salad from Love and Lemons
Easy Chicken Shawarma from Fox and Briar (minus suma...
The fruit of the Spirit is… SELF-CONTROL. Grab a cup of coffee and settle in for this episode full of encouragement for anyone who’s ever wrestled with self-control. Listen in as Ruth shares her journey toward self-control.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign...
The fruit of the Spirit is… GENTLENESS. Listen in as Ruth shares her journey with gentleness, how she’s seen God work, and encourages you that his Spirit is at work in you, too.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth
Scripture referenced:
The fruit of the Spirit is… FAITHFULNESS. Join Ruth for this episode as she unpacks what it means to stay faithful, keep pursuing Christ, and persevere under trial.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth
Scripture referenced:
Galatians 5...
The fruit of the Spirit is… GOODNESS. In this episode, join Ruth as she meditates on the truth that in Christ, we’re made for good works.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth
Scripture referenced:
Galatians 5:22-23
Ephesians 2:10
The fruit of the Spirit is… KINDNESS. Join Ruth for this episode about what kindness means (it’s not just being nice!) and how we can reflect the kindness of God to others.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth.
Scripture referenced:
Pr...
The fruit of the Spirit is… PATIENCE. Listen in as Ruth leads us in meditating on patience and encourages us in the way we treat others and in how we wait on the Lord.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth.
Scripture referenced:
Galatia...
The fruit of the Spirit is… PEACE. If you’ve ever longed for peace, this episode is for you. Listen in as Ruth leads us in a meditation about this much-desired fruit of the Spirit.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth.
Scripture reference...
The fruit of the Spirit is… JOY. Join Ruth for this episode, meditating on Scripture about joy and its true source.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth.
Scripture referenced:
Galatians 5:22-23
Psalm 37:4
Proverbs 15:13-15
Phi...
The fruit of the Spirit is… LOVE. Join Ruth for this episode introducing a new summer series, considering what it means to truly abide in Christ, and how the fruit of love shows up in our lives.
All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth.
Scrip...
In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life.
In this episode, Annie F. Downs shares how she’s embraced the role of spiritual mother to the children in her life, why the family of God needs spiritual mothers, and how we can all invest in nurturing the next generation.
In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life.
Listen in as Lisa shares her journey into motherhood, how she learned to trust God in the dark and therole gratitude plays in her life. Grab a cup of coffee (or some chips and queso!) and prepare to be encouraged!
Resources mentioned:
A Jesus-Shaped Life by...
In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life.
Tune in for today’s conversation with Jinger Vuolo about how her upbringing influences her motherhood, discerning what she wants to teach her own children, and what it looks like to navigate parenting littles in a social media culture.
Resources mentioned:
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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life.
Grab a cup of coffee and listen in on a conversation with Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler, co-founders of Risen Motherhood, as they talk about how the gospel changed their motherhood.
Learn more about today’s guests:
emilyajensen.com | @emilyajensen
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Have you ever longed for a different relationship with the Bible? Wondered if you actually need to read the whole Bible? Felt stuck in Leviticus or a long list of names? This episode is for you!
Join Ruth and her pastor husband, Troy, for a conversation about how to read your Bible, where to start, and how the Old Testament and New Testament are connected. Don’t miss this episode and Ruth & Troy’s encouragement!
Resources Menti...
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