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If you are deep in the trenches of life and looking for hope-filled encouragement and practical wisdom, this podcast is for you. With her down-to-earth style, blind author Jennifer Rothschild offers practical encouragement and biblical insight to help you live the "I Can" life of Philippians 4:13 (“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"). Each episode, Jennifer answers real-life 4:13 questions like, "Can I overcome my fear?" or "Can I find balance?" You won't find just a chee ...
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Merry Christmas, 4:13ers! Today, KC and I share some fun Christmas memories to brighten your day and lighten your load. You’ll enjoy these hilarious little snapshots into our youth that God used to form us into who we are today. And—in keeping with our Christmas tradition—Michael O’Brien will sing a beautiful Christmas song over you to remind you o…
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“The peace we long for begins with coming to the end of ourselves.” Those words are from today’s guest, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, and on today’s episode, he’ll explain how humility is the missing piece we’re looking for to find the security, strength, and confidence we all need. He’ll help us understand biblical humility—what it is and what it’s not—by …
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Have you ever Googled “Christian book about _____” to find a book that will help you get through something you’re facing? Or maybe you’ve found yourself wishing you could just spill it with other women to help you with that thing you’re facing. Well today, I’m hanging out with my friend Kendra from Proverbs 31 Ministries, and we’re getting honest a…
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On this BONUS episode of the 4:13, I’m sharing with you some of the stuff I love. It's just a few of my favorite things that will make your life easier and may even help with your last-minute Christmas shopping. Get the full list of all my faves in the show notes! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/GiftIdeas Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be n…
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Thankfulness. It’s a choice we make every single day. But this is the time of year we focus in on what it means, what we have to be thankful for, and—most importantly—to whom we’re thankful. So, to help you pause and give thanks, KC and I put together this short and sweet Thanksgiving Audio Card that will center your heart on the One who is the sou…
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When life is hard or sad, it can feel like joy is out of reach. And when we’re in a really difficult season, the “overflowing joy” spoken of in Scripture can seem impossible to experience. But it’s not true, my friend! We can experience joy in any circumstance and experience it in full. Today’s guest, author and Bible teacher Tara Dew, explains tha…
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Get ready! You are coming with me to a Fresh Grounded Faith event where we’re hanging out with Ann Voskamp, Tammy Trent, and Michael O’Brien. We’re talking about the importance of community, tips for memorizing Scripture, and how to stay on fire for God. Oh, and there’s even a special—and hilarious—call out to all the single ladies. Then we tackle …
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Do you ever beat yourself up when how you feel doesn’t line up with how you think you should feel? You may be saying, “I shouldn’t feel this way” or “Why does this even bother me?” Well, my friend, there's a reason you feel the way you feel, and those inner tensions don’t have to result in guilt, shame, or being frustrated with yourself. Today on t…
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Life. It seems to move so fast, doesn’t it? Our days are filled with noise, pressing deadlines, and ever-increasing demands. And with all that’s going on in the world, worry and fear easily become our constant companions. So in the middle of all this chaos, is it even possible to experience peace in this world?” Well, good news, my friend! Jesus of…
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As Christians, we’re instructed to imitate Jesus, right? But is that even possible? Think about it! Jesus was sinless, He performed miracles, and He was God’s beloved Son! So how could we possibly come anywhere close to being like Him? Well, today’s guest, author Cynthia Heald shares how God Himself makes this possible. Through Scripture, she’ll te…
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In a tense and divided cultural climate, is it possible to engage in conversations with others who think differently? And if so, how do you disagree without compromise and be respectful without disregarding your convictions? Whew! This can seem impossible sometimes, right? Well today, Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion John Inazu teaches y…
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Do you want to experience the presence and love of God through every joy and struggle in your life? Do you long to enrich your prayer life and grow closer to God? Well, the psalms can help you do just that. They can guide you into fresh encounters with God, and today’s guest, author Leslie Leyland Fields, is going to show you how. You’ll learn how …
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God has given you a divine purpose, but sometimes life has this way of beating us down and robbing us of our confidence. So instead of following God’s calling, we’re left paralyzed with feelings of insecurity, doubt, or fear of being unqualified or unworthy. But today, Nancy Gavilanes will help you break free from the chains of doubt and fear so yo…
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We all have limitations, don’t we? Whether we recognize them or not, they exist and can lead to frustration as we try to meet our goals, chase our dreams, or simply get through the day. It would be so much better if those limits weren’t there at all, right? But what if those areas of your life you resent the most—the places where you feel the most …
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Have you ever found yourself in an unexpected season where you’re struggling with uncertainty or an unknown future? Maybe you’re even thinking to yourself—and perhaps saying to God—“This is not what I signed up for!” Well, on this episode of the 4:13, counselor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice will help you remain faithful in those difficult seasons.…
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We often approach the Bible like an instruction manual for living our lives, reading it primarily with ourselves in mind and viewing it through the lens of our current culture. But what if we read Scripture differently—through the Middle Eastern lens in which the Bible was originally written and understood? Well, today’s guest, professor and biblic…
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All things ever seem to do is change. And just as soon as you get your footing, the ground shifts under you again. So, how can you keep your balance in such a disorienting world? Well, you can start by going to the book of Ecclesiastes! That’s right! Today’s guest, Hannah Anderson, is going to take us on a tour of the ancient book of Ecclesiastes t…
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Whether it’s intentional or not, lots of Christians today call on the Holy Spirit like a cosmic butler there to meet our every need. But when things don't go as hoped, they often wonder if the Holy Spirit is even real or question His purpose if not to give us what we ask for. Well, my friend, it shouldn’t be this way because that’s not who the Holy…
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Have you ever read the whole Bible? How about in just three months? Well, according to today’s guest, author Mary DeMuth, you can supercharge your walk with God by reading the entire Bible—cover to cover—in just 90 days. Now, I know what you’re thinking, but believe me when I say it’s totally doable and has a profound impact. It will transform how …
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Today on this very special BONUS episode of the 4:13, the Kendrick Brothers are taking us behind the scenes of their newest film … The Forge! And here’s something exciting… I’ve got both Alex and Stephen Kendrick with me, so this conversation is twice as good, twice as insightful, and twice as fun with two guys I really respect. As we talk about th…
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This wasn’t part of the plan. My story wasn’t supposed to go this way. I didn’t sign up for this. If you’ve ever had these thoughts, chances are your story has shifted in some unexpected way. Well, you aren’t alone, my friend, and God is with you as you go down this new path. Today, author Sarah Frazer will take you through the unexpected plot twis…
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Today, you’re coming with me to Fargo, North Dakota for a Fresh Grounded Faith event. I’m sitting at the bistro table with author and speaker Margaret Feinberg and singer-songwriter Michael O’Brien, and we are spilling the beans! We talked about how to get into the habit of meeting with God and the difference between your gifting and your calling. …
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Think about the way you feel when you see a sunset. Or think about other moments of beauty and peace that capture your heart—moments you sense are offering you a hint of Heaven. And what about the longing you feel when you attend a funeral or experience sorrow? It’s true these moments are meant to point you to eternity, but what if they could do mo…
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Through the killing fields of Vietnam, Winston Bui’s family traveled on foot, by truck, and by a rocket-damaged boat at sea, barely escaping the war that was engulfing their country and threatening to take their father as a political prisoner. Now, decades later, Winston is on the 4:13 to tell his story of God’s rescue and redemption. From a refuge…
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You have the best weapon against shame… the Word of God. So today, author Scarlet Hiltibidal is back on the 4:13 to help us move beyond shame to the joy-inducing, peace-producing thrill that comes from a relationship with Jesus. Scarlet will expose the sources of shame, give you scriptural strategies to combat them, and help you live in the light a…
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#306: Spill the Beans LIVE with Karen Kingsbury and Annie F. Downs [Fresh Grounded Faith Springfield, MO]
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Have you ever been with friends who make you laugh, make you grateful, and just plain make you a better person? Well, I was at a Fresh Grounded Faith event with two friends who do that for me: best-selling author Karen Kingsbury and podcaster extraordinaire, Annie F. Downs. We spilled the beans about dating apps, how to help someone who is struggli…
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We’ve been doing a Summer Sizzle around here, which means for the past four weeks, we’ve enjoyed four of the hottest, most shared episodes on the 4:13. And for our final week, we’re taking you back to Episode 40: Can I Overcome Sadness? Because we all find ourselves down in the dumps sometimes, don’t we? And there’s no quick fix for it—it’s not lik…
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We are in the middle of a Summer Sizzle around here, and we’re so glad you joined us for this five-week throwback to your most shared, hottest episodes on the 4:13! Today, we’re bringing back Episode 37: Can I Show Good Judgment Without Being Judgmental? Because none of us want to be “judgy,” but we do want to show good judgment, right? Well today,…
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It’s hot out there and that means it’s time for another Summer Sizzle episode on the 4:13. We’ve been featuring your most shared episodes, and they’ve been so practical and inspiring. Well today, we’re bringing back Episode 48: “Can I Trust God When Life is Scary?” Because we all face hard things and have to deal with life’s uncertainties. And when…
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It's summer and it's hot! So that means it’s time for another one of our hottest episodes on the 4:13 … or what we like to call “Summer Sizzle.” We’re featuring your most shared episodes of the podcast, and that includes Episode 46: “Can I Respond Well to the Grown-Up Mean Girl?” You know she’s out there, because sometimes the mean girl doesn’t qui…
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It's summer and it's hot! So that means it’s time for our hottest episodes on the 4:13 … something I like to call “Summer Sizzle.” For the next five weeks, we’re featuring your most shared episodes of the podcast, and that includes Episode 35: “Can I Find Comfort When My Heart is Broken?” We’ve all experienced grief, perhaps varying degrees of it, …
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Prayer doesn’t come easy for everyone. Whether we’re praying for ourselves or for someone else, it can be such a thing, can’t it? Well, it doesn’t have to be. Author Sharon Jaynes is back on the 4:13 to teach us how to pray for the people we love! And you are going to love this because it’s memorable and something you can do each time you interact …
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We all long for lasting peace and stability, whether we’re healing from painful memories, grieving a recent loss, or simply trying to find a quiet path forward in a chaotic world. So today on the 4:13, author Anh Lin vulnerably shares how she rebuilt her life following the instability and trauma of her early years. With Christ as her new foundation…
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#298: Spill the Beans LIVE with Annie F. Downs and Laura Story [Fresh Grounded Faith Plant City, FL]
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Are you an introvert or an extrovert? What do you do to unwind? What’s your favorite smell or sound? These are just a few of the questions we were asked as we sat around the bistro table in Plant City, Florida at a Fresh Grounded Faith event. Author and podcaster Annie F. Downs and singer-songwriter Laura Story were with me, and these women gave so…
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With each wave of resistance in life, it can be so tempting to simply give up—to quit the calling, to leave the relationship, to walk away from all the dreams God may have placed on your heart. But according to today’s guest, Pastor Nick Connolly, God hasn’t let go of you, so you do not want to let go either. Nick will help you choose persistence i…
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When your life is turned upside down and you realize it’s the end of your hopes and dreams … your plans and ambitions … what you thought life would be like, it can seem like the end of the world. Or at least the world as you know it. Whether it’s a personal crisis, national chaos, or global catastrophe, it can feel like all hope is lost. But, my fr…
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After a devastating brain cancer diagnosis, today’s guest, Jay Hewitt, had a decision to make: Should he give up on his faith or practice what he preached and trust that with God, all things are possible? Well, if he’s on the 4:13, you know the decision he made! But what he did and how he did it will totally bless you and teach you how you can face…
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Most of us spend our lives avoiding pain at every turn, so when we do experience it, it can send us into a tailspin. We can begin to question why God even allows it, why He doesn’t stop it, and if we can really trust Him in it. Well, bestselling authors and pastors of Fellowship Church, Ed and Lisa Young, know the kind of pain most of us hope never…
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What does it mean to be blessed? Are Christians automatically entitled to happiness, fulfillment, and perfect peace? Does God’s presence guarantee us emotional ease amidst suffering? Wow! Those are some very interesting questions, aren’t they? Well today, you are about to get far more than interesting answers. You are going to be enlightened and in…
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Most of us grow up thinking failure is bad. And, let’s face it, it never feels good! Failure—and all the bad feelings that go with it—are real, like unemployment, bankruptcy, and divorce, just to name a few. Over time though, we might stop thinking we’ve failed at something and instead start believing we are failures. But, according to today’s gues…
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According to a survey, 97% of women have at least one “I hate my body” moments in a day. That’s a staggering statistic! Well, the beauty and diet industry just loves that, and in fact, they work hard to create those moments so you’ll buy their books or products or lies! But what if we rejected their lies and the false beauty narrative that exists i…
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Today I’m “talking story” with the one and only Karen Kingsbury! “Talking story” is a phrase I learned in Hawaii, and it’s when you have a casual conversation with someone. You know—hang out, shoot the breeze, and just tell stories. Well, since Karen is one of the best storytellers I know who also happens to be a #1 New York Times best-selling auth…
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Anxiety has an amazing ability to spread. It is downright contagious! And if you’re dealing with it, it's likely affecting your people, distracting you in the present, and making you feel like it will define your whole future. But how do you know if it’s anxiety or just a deep concern for the things you care about? Well today, author and counselor …
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Do you ever have moments when your words get the best of you? Maybe it’s complaining or yelling when deep down, you really want to be a person who speaks with kindness and grace. Maybe you know how much your words hurt, but you say them anyway because it feels good in the moment. Or maybe you spout off, shut down, or spit out some ugly words withou…
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Raising kids who are spiritually, emotionally, and physically healthy is what every parent wants to do, right? But when everyone else seems to be doing it better than we are, it leaves us full of doubt and worry: “Am I doing it right?” “Is what I’ve done enough?” “Is it my fault they’re struggling?” In comes the mom guilt, mom shame, and mom burnou…
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Diet culture is everywhere! It lurks in schools, medical offices, and even in our churches. We're even sold well-meaning messages wrapped in Bible verses that are actually rooted in diet culture. Well today, dietitian and nutrition therapist Leslie Schilling will help you recognize diet culture myths, fight the lies you've been told, and discover t…
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“Suffering has a way of heaving you beyond the shallows of life where your faith feels ankle-deep. It casts you out into the fathomless depths of God.” These profound words were written by an incredible woman and one of my heroes of the faith, Joni Eareckson Tada, who I’m super pumped to have on the podcast today because if anybody knows about the …
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It's time to stop letting your past define your future. Easier said than done, right?! Especially when your past includes bad choices that haunt you. But here’s the good news… Today’s episode is an invitation to liberation, a chance to break up with what has broken you and kept you dogged by shame. Author Christian Bevere explains how shame and reg…
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Deep within each of us is a longing for acceptance, significance, and provision. Ultimately we’re asking, “Will I have enough? Am I enough? And do I matter?” Well, did you know the answers to all three questions can be found in the temptations of Christ? That’s right! So today, author Tommy Brown will pull back the curtain on Christ’s temptations t…
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#284: Spill the Beans LIVE with Tammy Trent and Shaun Groves [Fresh Grounded Faith Greenville, SC]
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We are coming to you LIVE from a Fresh Grounded Faith event in Greenville, South Carolina, where I’m spilling the beans with two of my good friends, Shaun Groves and Tammy Trent. We’re talking about knowing your calling, giving grace when someone disappoints you, and dealing with depression. Plus, Tammy speaks a good word of encouragement to the la…
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