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Learning to Build Seasons Inside of a Season with She Reads Truth - Episode 957

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Feb 3, 2025
Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams, contributors to She Reads Truth, dive into the significance of Lent as a bridge from winter to spring, enriching spiritual practices. They celebrate the church calendar's guidance and share unique prayer methods like 'breath prayer.' The discussion touches on finding joy amid life's challenges and how scripture offers strength during tough times. Personal anecdotes and practical tips for healthier living are woven throughout, culminating in reflections on Isaiah's messages of judgment and comfort during this pivotal season.
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INSIGHT

Purpose of the Church Calendar

  • The church calendar helps us remember Christ's work and the gospel story.
  • It provides structure and rhythm, preventing us from forgetting important spiritual observances.
INSIGHT

Lent's Seasonal Placement

  • Lent straddles winter and spring, bridging the two seasons.
  • This unique placement highlights the transition from darkness to light in our spiritual lives.
ANECDOTE

The Hot Potato Prayer

  • Raechel and Amanda share their "hot potato" prayer method for handling heavy burdens.
  • They repeatedly surrender their worries to God, finding comfort and peace in the process.
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