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Love the Bible

Kristin Nave

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Welcome to the Love the Bible Podcast, where the mission here is to help us grow in our understanding and love of the Bible and to apply it to every area of life, from the everyday mundane, to our deepest trials. Because let’s be honest, sometimes it's hard to read and study the Bible. Our lives our busy and hard, we are distracted, we face a lack of motivation, and then at times even when we are excited to read the Bible, it can be hard to understand. But what if the ups and downs of our Bi ...
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Has it ever felt like forgiveness was impossible? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes author, speaker, and resident scholar Chad Bird to the Love the Bible Podcast for a deep and honest conversation about the Bible’s teaching on forgiveness. Kristin and Chad dive into the dimensions of biblical forgiveness, including what it means to forgiv…
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Is it possible that we are the final generation before Jesus comes back again? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes Doug Cobb, author and managing partner of the Finishing Fund, for an absolutely mind-blowing conversation about the End Times, the completion of the Great Commission, and what it means for Christians today. Doug shares the jour…
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Could there be divine purpose in our emotions that not only guide us to God but deepen our faith? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes author Kara Stout to discuss finding hope for troubled hearts through faith and scripture. Kara shares her personal journey of dealing with grief, anxiety, and the discovery of peace through her relationship …
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What if your greatest failures are actually the seeds of God’s greatest work in and through your life? In this episode, host Kristin Nave takes you into a very intimate and vulnerable conversation about failure from a Christian perspective, guiding you through biblical truths and examples to provide encouragement and understanding in this difficult…
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Have you ever considered that your physical health and well-being might be intimately connected to living a life that glorifies God? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes Alyssa Hustedt, a certified nutritional therapy practitioner, as they explore the connection between the Bible, health and wellness, and the integration of the physical body…
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Did you know that Jesus quoted from the Book of Psalms more than any other book of Scripture? In this episode, host Kristin Nave takes you on a deep dive into the Book of Psalms, inviting us into her personal journey of engaging with the Psalms over the last several years. She provides an overview of what the Psalms are, their historical context, a…
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What happens when you challenge Jesus to speak to you,and He actually does? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes Ershad Ganji, CEO of Mr. Pen, to discuss his journey from Iran to Christianity and how his faith impacts his business practices. Ershad shares his powerful personal story of exploring Christianity as a college student and how he w…
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How does a does a mother find light in the darkest days through faith and power of God’s word? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes guest Hillary Smiley to talk about how the Bible guides, informs, and comforts us in times of difficulty and suffering. Hillary shares her personal journey as a mother to her son, Luke, who has special needs, an…
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What if the miracle you’re looking for is sitting on your bookshelf? In this episode, host Kristin Nave goes deep into the miraculous nature of the Bible and its impact on faith with author James Finke, the mind behind the ministry, Christianity Uncomplicated. James shares his transformative personal journey from a corporate leader to a passionate …
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Have you ever had questions about the Bible that you were too afraid to ask? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes pastor and author Tim Chaddick to dive deep into the wisdom books of the Bible. Tim shares his journey from a non-believing youth to becoming a preacher, discusses his passion for expository preaching, and provides insights into …
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What is the Metanarrative and how could it help unlock Bible Study for you? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes Elizabeth Woodson, a Bible teacher, theologian, and author, to discuss common myths in Bible study and the importance of properly approaching Scripture. Elizabeth shares her journey of falling in love with the Bible from a young a…
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The world says, "You don’t have enough—hold on tight." The gospel says, "Jesus is enough—pour yourself out." Pastor Kevin Weiner preaches a sermon from 1 Kings 17:8-16 about sacrificial service. This is one of our focus areas for 2025. To hear our full vision for 2025, go to reality.la/vision2025.By Reality Church of Los Angeles
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Have you ever wondered why the gospels sometimes tell the same story differently? In this episode, host Kristin Nave interviews Jeremy Treat, pastor for preaching and vision at Reality LA, adjunct professor of theology at Biola University, and author of multiple books. Together they dive into the uniqueness of the perspectives of each of the gospel…
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Ever wonder how to keep your children engaged with The Bible as a busy mom? In this episode, host Kristin Nave sits down with Lindsey Carroll to discuss her journey from a full-time marketing career to homeschooling her children and creating theologically rich resources for Christian families. Lindsey shares about her favorite resources for women a…
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What do you do when you feel your faith buckling under the weight of doubt? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes Bethany Lauren for a rich discussion on maintaining faith amidst doubts, the interplay between doubt and belief, and the recent revival of cultural Christianity amongst secular thinkers. Bethany shares her personal journey, highli…
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What do you do when you don’t understand something you’re reading in the Bible? In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes guest Meghan Harvey to discuss the obstacles to studying the Bible. Megan shares her journey from struggling with selective storytelling and taking verses out of context in church to discovering a deeper, more personal underst…
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Advent is an opportunity to join with our sisters and brothers all over the world to reflect and to remember the hopelessness of our fallen condition without Jesus, but also to revel and rejoice in the joy of God’s redemptive solution in Jesus. A week after the conclusion of our Good News for All series through the book of Luke, Pastor Goodwin Deng…
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Did you know that there are more people living in slavery today than at any other time in history? Where is our hope against this injustice? In this episode, host Kristin Nave is joined by Shannon Sergey, founder and CEO of Forever Found, to explore the intersection of biblical teachings on slavery and the urgent crisis of modern-day human traffick…
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Do you ever wonder why biblical literacy is declining in a time when there has never been more helpful resources? In this episode, host Kristin Nave talks with Megan Rawlings, the CEO and founder of The Bold Movement, to explore the paradox of declining biblical literacy amid an abundance of resources. They discuss the importance of context and com…
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If Christ is truly raised from the dead, it means hope is possible, there’s purpose in our suffering, we're not alone, his power can be made perfect in weakness, injustice has an expiration date, evil will be held accountable, and fear can be driven out by love! Pastor Jeremy Treat preaches a sermon from Luke 24:1-49.…
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Is struggling with our emotional and mental health a weakness in our faith? In this episode, host Kristin Nave engages in a deep conversation with biblical counselor and licensed marriage and family therapist Carole Reitsma about the impact of emotional dysfunction and generational sins on our souls, as rooted in biblical teaching. Together they ex…
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Do you ever feel yourself being crushed under the weight of “mom guilt” and the expectations of motherhood? In this episode, host Kristin Nave sits down with Laura Wifler, a writer, podcaster, and co-founder of Risen Motherhood. Laura takes us on a deep dive into the profound impact of motherhood on her faith journey, addressing challenges, and the…
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What could draw a young woman into the porn industry, and what would it take to draw her out? In this episode, host Kristin Nave sits down with Gwen, a former fashion influencer and OnlyFans content creator who by the grace of God, found her way to faith in Christ. Gwen shares her transformative journey from financial stress and materialism to spir…
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