Christians and Work - Why Your Secular Job Matters: Best Of Coffee & Bible Time w/ Jordan Raynor
Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unless you leave your email.This episode was first published on Feb. 1st, 2024.Have you ever wondered if your life would have more significance if you were in ministry? In this episode, Ellen and guest Jordan Raynor challenge our idea that only explicitly spiritual activities matter to God.They discuss:• The biblical definition of "work" and why your job matters to the kingdom • Why Christians are necessary to secular workplaces• How we misunderstand the Great Commission• Four ways your work matters eternally Get a copy of "The Sacredness of Secular Work: Four Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity (Even When You're Not Sharing the Gospel)" to discover how your daily work contributes to God's eternal purposes!If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you! CBT In-Depth Bible Study Academy Complete and comprehensive Bible study academy. Support the showSubscribe to our newsletter & stay up-to-date on everything Coffee & Bible Time! Check out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at [email protected] 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.
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Transform Your Time in Scripture w/ Philip Nation│Coffee & Bible Time
Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unless you leave your email.In this episode we are joined by Philip Nation, Vice President and Publisher at Thomas Nelson Bibles, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The OPEN Bible! From exploring Philip's own story of faith, to advice on using topical indexes and Bible translations for encouragement and spiritual growth, this episode offers fresh inspiration to approach God's Word with intention and joy. Join us to discover how The OPEN Bible continues to make Scripture accessible and meaningful fifty years after its groundbreaking publication.View The OPEN BibleFollow Philip on XLearn more about Thomas Nelson BiblesPhilip's favorite BiblePhilip's favorite journaling tools: Pigma Micron Pens │Mini-ruler │Interleaved Journaling BiblePhilip's favorite Bible study websiteIf you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you! CBT In-Depth Bible Study Academy Complete and comprehensive Bible study academy. Support the showSubscribe to our newsletter & stay up-to-date on everything Coffee & Bible Time! Check out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at [email protected] 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.
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You're Doing Better Than You Think: Walking with God Through Motherhood
Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unless you leave your email.Glorify is the #1 Christian devotional app, and as a Coffee & Bible Time listener, you get 3 months of FREE access to Glorify Plus! Go to glorify-app.com/cbtpodcast to download the app and create your profile, then click on your icon, select "I HAVE A PROMO CODE", and enter POD2025Q1-Q2!Motherhood and faith often feel impossible to balance when you're exhausted, stretched thin, and your Bible is collecting dust. We explore the beautiful yet challenging intersection of spiritual life and parenting, addressing the lies that make moms feel inadequate and offering practical wisdom for connecting with God in the chaos.• The lie "I'm alone in this" and why community with other mothers is essential• How social media comparison can drown out your God-given maternal instincts• Why emotions like anger and frustration aren't moral failures but important signals• Creative ways to experience God's presence during chaotic days with little onesMentioned in the show: The Practice of the Presence of GodFight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict Into ConnectionEvery Moment Holy prayersGlorify prayersCBT In-Depth Bible Study Academy Complete and comprehensive Bible study academy. Support the showSubscribe to our newsletter & stay up-to-date on everything Coffee & Bible Time! Check out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at [email protected] 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.
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Navigating Love, Longing, & Relationships as a Christian
Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unless you leave your email.Most of us approach relationships with a mix of excitement and anxiety, asking questions like: Is this the right person? Am I ready? What if it doesn't work out? In this deeply personal conversation, Ellen and Taylor strip away the polished veneer of "relationship advice" to share honest truths about their own journeys through dating, breakups, and spiritual growth.Taylor opens up about her path from singleness through dating struggles to her current engagement, including a pivotal breakup that ultimately strengthened her relationship. Ellen reflects on her pre-Christian dating experiences and how faith transformed her understanding of marriage from a "cure for loneliness" to a divine tool for spiritual formation. Together, they explore how God uses relationships to shape us into His image.Ellen and Taylor address big questions: How do we trust God's timing when everyone else seems to be finding love? What happens when our worth becomes tied to our relationship status? How do we recognize authentic red flags versus normal human imperfections? And perhaps most importantly, how do we cultivate relationships that genuinely reflect Christ's love?Whether you're single and wondering if God has someone for you, dating and trying to honor God in your relationship, or married and seeking to grow, this conversation offers biblical wisdom wrapped in authentic personal experience. Grab your coffee and join us for this intimate look at how faith and love intertwine on the journey toward Christ-centered relationships.If you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you! CBT In-Depth Bible Study Academy Complete and comprehensive Bible study academy. The Signpost Inn PodcastFind peace, clarity, and companionship for your spiritual journey.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSubscribe to our newsletter & stay up-to-date on everything Coffee & Bible Time! Check out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at [email protected] 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.
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A Word For The Weary: How Sabbath Changed Our Lives
Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unless you leave your email.Have you ever felt pressure to perform, produce, and push through exhaustion? In this soul-refreshing conversation, Ellen is joined by her daughter Taylor Krause (Coffee and Bible Time co-creator) to explore the transformative practice of Sabbath rest—a discipline that's increasingly counter-cultural yet desperately needed.Taylor shares her own struggles with technology addiction and the sobering reality that the average person spends ten years of their life on screens. What might happen if we reclaimed even a fraction of that time for true rest? Ellen and Taylor address the dangers of legalism, offer practical tips for different life seasons, and ultimately point to Jesus' invitation in Matthew 11: "Come to me all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest."Ready to experience the transformative power of true rest? Grab your coffee and listen in, then share this episode with someone who needs permission to pause in our productivity-obsessed world. Rest will require intentionality and discipline, but it's a beautiful way to build trust in God's sovereignty and to savor his presence in our lives. Show notes: Pastor David Giese (of Village Church of Gurnee) gives a sermon on the Sabbath: https://www.youtube.com/live/MRaB8VxxxYc?si=l6hmoRdFh0n7qjQRIf you are a Christian woman seeking to know God deeper, study Scriptures, pray with and for others, strengthen your faith, and support other in doing the same, this is the place for you! CBT In-Depth Bible Study Academy Complete and comprehensive Bible study academy. Support the showSubscribe to our newsletter & stay up-to-date on everything Coffee & Bible Time! Check out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at [email protected] 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.
The Coffee and Bible Time podcast offers a source of encouragement and spiritual growth for your Christian faith journey. Our episodes delve into subjects that can evoke laughter, provoke profound thoughts, reveal lesser-known aspects of the Bible, spark your curiosity about contemporary Christian music and entertainment, and provide an enjoyable experience of listening to engaging discussions. Our guests include book authors, pastors, Bible scholars, filmmakers, musicians, and missionaries like Max Lucado (author/Anxious for Nothing), Dr. Gary Chapman (author/The Five Love Languages), Lee Strobel (author/The Case for Christ), Tiffany Dawn (YouTube/speaker), Chrissy Metz (actress/This is Us), Sam Sorbo (actress/Underground Education), Trudy Cathy White (Chick-fil-A), Dr. Heather Holleman (author/The Six Conversations), Zach Windahl (author/The Bible Study), Dr. Juli Slattery (clinical psychologist/author), Alex & Stephen Kendrick (directors/producers - Courageous, Fireproof, War Room), Karl Clauson (pastor/Moody Radio host), Asheritah Ciuciu (One Thing Alone Ministries), Bethany Beal (Girl Defined), Ryan Whitaker Smith (author/filmmaker), Ben Fuller (CCM Artist), Dr. Charlie Dyer (Bible professor), Tara Sun (Truth Talks podcast), Dannah Gresh (author/And the Bride Wore White), Sharon Jaynes (author/The Power of a Woman's Words). Ashley, Taylor, and Ellen are the founders of the Coffee and Bible Time ministry, which started on YouTube. Their passion is to inspire people to delight in God's word and thrive in Christian living. We would be overjoyed if you would join our loving and caring community!
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