Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
Christ Community Church, Greeley CO
Welcome to Cover to Cover: Unpacking the Intimate God-A weekly spiritual guide to deepening your connection with Jesus. Drawing inspiration from Pastor Alan Kraft's transformative book, The Intimate God, this podcast embarks on a journey through seven profound spiritual practices that promise to reshape and rejuvenate your relationship with Jesus.
Each episode is an exploration into various facets of spirituality, ranging from understanding and embracing God's delight in us to harnessing the transformative power of stillness and prayer.
Whether you're seeking to revitalize your spiritual routine, engage more in the book itself, or desire a more profound connection with Jesus, Cover to Cover: Unpacking the Intimate God offers guidance, perspective, and inspiration to help you on your journey.
Tune in weekly as we unpack and explore The Intimate God Experience.
Resources can be found at ALANKRAFT.COM
Each episode is an exploration into various facets of spirituality, ranging from understanding and embracing God's delight in us to harnessing the transformative power of stillness and prayer.
Whether you're seeking to revitalize your spiritual routine, engage more in the book itself, or desire a more profound connection with Jesus, Cover to Cover: Unpacking the Intimate God offers guidance, perspective, and inspiration to help you on your journey.
Tune in weekly as we unpack and explore The Intimate God Experience.
Resources can be found at ALANKRAFT.COM
Episodes
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Mar 4, 2024 • 19min
Building a Life of Intimacy with Jesus | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
In their final episode, Pastor Alan Kraft, Pastor KJ Tencza, and Jenny Hooten discuss maintaining momentum in spiritual practices. They highlight the concept of a "rule of life" and encourage listeners to incorporate meaningful practices into their daily routines to deepen intimacy with God.https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_wr_but_lft?ie=UTF8&channel=reviews-product&asin=1959099426Find resources at ALANKRAFT.COM
Feb 26, 2024 • 24min
Sabbath | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
In this episode of Cover to Cover, Pastor Alan Kraft, Pastor KJ Tencza, and Jenny Hooten dive into the challenges and rewards of observing Sabbath. They discuss personal struggles with productivity addiction, the value of intentional Sabbath preparation, and the cultural barriers to embracing rest. With candid reflections and practical insights, they explore the significance of Sabbath in today's busy world.https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_wr_but_lft?ie=UTF8&channel=reviews-product&asin=1959099426Find resources at ALANKRAFT.COM
Feb 19, 2024 • 32min
Practicing the Presence of Jesus | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
In this episode of Cover to Cover, hosts Alan Kraft, KJ Tencza, and Jenny Hooten explore the concept of practicing the presence of Jesus in everyday life. They discuss how to cultivate awareness of Jesus throughout the day, incorporating stillness, prayer, and scripture into daily routines. The episode delves into the importance of simple prayer and repetition of scripture phrases, highlighting the transformative power of these practices in fostering intimacy with Jesus.Find resources at ALANKRAFT.COM
Feb 12, 2024 • 22min
Engaging in Scripture | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
In a thought-provoking discussion, Alan Kraft, an author and pastor known for 'The Intimate God', joins KJ Tencza and Jenny Hooten to explore engaging with Scripture. They candidly address the challenges of reading the Bible, discussing cultural barriers that make it seem distant. Alan emphasizes viewing Scripture through Jesus' lens, cautioning against legalistic interpretations. With practical reading strategies and a focus on allowing Scripture to transform us, they inspire listeners to dive deep and wrestle with the Word until it blesses their lives.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 23min
Prayer | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
Alan Kraft, author of The Intimate God, shares powerful insights on the art of prayer. He emphasizes the Lord's Prayer as a transformative guide that extends beyond rote recitation into personal connection with God. The conversation navigates the importance of vulnerability in prayer, the dynamics of spiritual warfare, and the necessity of adapting prayer practices to individual journeys. Listeners will find practical wisdom on deepening their prayer life through relationship and active listening to the Holy Spirit.
Jan 29, 2024 • 22min
Listening to Jesus | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
Pastor Alan Kraft, author of The Intimate God, joins Jenny Hooten and Pastor KJ Tencza to discuss the pivotal chapter on 'Listening to Jesus.' They highlight the crucial difference between hearing and truly listening, emphasizing the role of stillness in connecting with God. The conversation explores the challenges of discerning God’s voice in our thoughts and practical ways to identify meaningful insights. With personal stories, including a taco encounter, they encourage listeners to ask God specific questions and cultivate patience in their journey of faith.
Jan 22, 2024 • 24min
Stillness | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
In this podcast episode, Pastor Alan Kraft, Jenny Hooten, and Pastor KJ Tencza discuss the second chapter of The Intimate God, which is on the practice of Stillness. They share personal experiences and insights into navigating the challenges of being present with oneself during moments of Stillness.Find resources at ALANKRAFT.COM
Jan 17, 2024 • 20min
How Does God Feel About You? | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
In this podcast episode, Pastor Alan Kraft is joined again by Jenny Hooten and Pastor KJ Tencza as they explore the theme of experiencing God's love and delight on a deeper level. They discuss the challenges people face in truly living in God's delight and the disconnect between knowing the theological concepts and actually feeling God's love.Find resources at ALANKRAFT.COM
Jan 11, 2024 • 19min
Introduction
In this podcast episode, Pastor Alan Kraft engages in a cover-to-cover unpacking of his new book, "The Intimate God," with Jenny Hooten and Pastor K.J. Tencza. They discuss the origins of the book, its connection to past works, and the importance of the first chapter in building a foundation for understanding God's delight.Find resources at ALANKRAFT.COM
