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Connect with God through uncommon conversations in everyday moments. Our good God talks with us... and He invites you to stay constantly connected with him in powerful and practical ways as you go about your day today. Every episode shares a thought, scripture passage, and a question to ask God—all in 8 minutes or less!
Episodes
- EP#369: What If You Don't Need Quiet to Connect with God? - God Is Already Here
This episode of Good God Talks explores how to connect with God amidst a busy life, suggesting that quiet moments aren't a prerequisite. It addresses feelings of disconnection during hectic seasons and encourages listeners to find God's pr…
- EP#368: Learning to Notice God When He Feels Far - God Is Already Here
This episode of Good God Talks explores how to notice God's presence, even when He feels distant. Drawing from Psalm 139, Jen discusses the difference between God's absence and our awareness, offering practices to feel more connected to Go…
- EP#367: Slowing Down to See God - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks discusses how an awareness of God transforms individuals, emphasizing that simply noticing God is a powerful act of Christian spiritual formation. It unpacks 2 Corinthians 3:18, highlighting that beholding Go…
- EP#366: What the Holy Spirit Is Already Doing in You - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks explores spiritual maturity and the role of the Holy Spirit in personal growth. It emphasizes staying connected to God and recognizing the fruit the Spirit is forming. The discussion highlights finding real p…
- EP#365: Are You Striving or Seated? - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks discusses whether one is striving or seated in their faith, focusing on earning God's love and acceptance versus accepting a gift. It references Ephesians 2 to explore the idea of a secure relationship with G…
- EP#364: Not Ashamed to Call You His - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks discusses how Jesus views individuals, challenging assumptions about His perception of wrongdoings. It explores scriptural insights on Jesus' feelings when approached and offers a prayer prompt.
- EP#363: What "New Creation" Really Means - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode discusses the concept of "New Creation" as presented in 2 Corinthians 5:17, emphasizing it as a gift from God rather than an earned status. It explores what it means to be a "New Creation" now and one's identity in Christ.
- EP#362: Is God Disappointed in Me? - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode discusses approaching God from a place of belonging rather than fear, emphasizing that listeners are not auditioning for God. It explores how understanding one's adoption as His daughter can transform prayer.
- BONUS: What God Is Doing in Your Morning Routine with Jennifer Dukes Lee
Jennifer Dukes Lee shares insights on developing morning routines with God, emphasizing that perfection is not required. She highlights that connecting with God in the mornings is about intentionality rather than a specific alarm time, enc…
- EP#361: Finding Security in God When You Feel Like You're Failing - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks discusses how to find security in God. It emphasizes that a Christian’s security in Christ is not based on personal achievements, but on what Jesus has already accomplished, drawing from Colossians 3:1-4.
- EP#360: Am I Doing Enough for God? - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks discusses moving from striving to receiving in faith. It explores the question "Am I doing enough for God?" and reminds listeners to live from God's grace rather than striving for it, drawing inspiration from…
- EP#359: Freedom from the Guilt That Won't Let Go - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode discusses how to find freedom from guilt, even after receiving forgiveness. It explores the distinction between conviction and condemnation and emphasizes that believers are free from condemnation according to Romans 8:1.
- EP#358: Strength for Hard Seasons - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode discusses finding strength during challenging times, emphasizing that true strength comes from God's grace, as highlighted in 2 Corinthians 12:9. It provides Christian encouragement for listeners.
- EP#357: Hard Pressed, Not Crushed - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks explores enduring life's pressures without being crushed, focusing on a secure faith and drawing insights from 2 Corinthians 4. It offers Christian encouragement for difficult times.
- EP#356: Hope for the Worn-Out Believer - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks discusses finding hope and peace when feeling spiritually worn out, drawing on Romans 15:13. It shares a personal story about trusting God through grief and seeking His fill when one can't fix things alone. T…
- EP#355: When Faith and Fear Coexist - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode discusses how to reconcile faith and fear, and how to trust God even when still afraid. It references John 20 and the disciples hiding in fear after the resurrection, and how Jesus offered them peace.
- EP#354: The Peace You Don't Have to Produce - Real Peace, Secure Faith
This episode of Good God Talks discusses how to experience real peace as a Christian. It explores letting the peace of Christ make decisions when facing anxiety and overwhelm, drawing from Colossians 3:15.
- EP#353: Step Into His Compassion - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode of Good God Talks discusses God's reliable compassion and how to approach Him with your feelings, even during challenging seasons. It references Isaiah 30 to illustrate God's unchanging grace.
- EP#352: From "How Long "to "I Trust" - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode of Good God Talks explores how to express pain and disappointment to God through prayer, drawing on biblical examples of lament, specifically Psalm 13. It invites listeners to reflect on their own feelings and find expression…
- EP#351: When You're Afraid God Will Reject You - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode explores the feeling of being unsafe with God and the fear of rejection. It discusses what the Bible says about God's view of individuals and encourages an open conversation with God.
- EP#350: Releasing Anxiety to God - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode of Good God Talks discusses how to release anxiety to God. It explores two scripture passages, Luke 10:38–42 and Psalms 94:16-19, to illustrate how God meets individuals in their worry. The episode offers a grounding, faith-ba…
- EP#349: Confused but Not Alone - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode of Good God Talks explores how to bring feelings of confusion to God. It discusses staying close to God when answers are not clear, emphasizing that Jesus meets individuals in their confusion with His presence and peace rather…
- EP#348: Content in the Wrestling - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode explores finding contentment in difficult circumstances by bringing one's true feelings to God. It draws upon scriptural insights from Philippians 4:11–13 to discuss how to rely on God's strength.
- EP#347: What to Do When You Feel Spiritually Bored - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode discusses spiritual renewal and connecting with God when feeling spiritually bored. It references Isaiah 57:15 to explain how God meets individuals in their spiritual flatness and offers a question for personal reflection.
- EP#346: Cultivating Wonder in Your Faith - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode discusses cultivating wonder in one's faith, emphasizing the necessity of experiencing awe in relation to God. It explores how this practice can deepen one's connection with the divine.
- EP#345: When Angst Meets Grace - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode of Good God Talks discusses bringing feelings of angst and restlessness to God, finding Him a refuge amidst overwhelming emotions. It provides Christian encouragement based on Psalm 55 for those experiencing anger, stress, and…
- EP#344: Pausing to Praise in Relief - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode of Good God Talks explores the practice of thanking God during times of relief, rather than only in desperation. It uses a personal anecdote and the biblical account of ten lepers to illustrate how gratitude can deepen one's r…
- EP#343: When God Meets You in Grief - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode of Good God Talks discusses how God meets individuals in their grief and the importance of bringing all feelings to Him. It explores biblical stories, including Lazarus and Ruth, to illustrate how Jesus offers compassion and p…
- EP#342: Emotional Honesty with God - How to Bring Your Feelings to God
This episode of Good God Talks explores emotional honesty with God, focusing on how to bring true feelings into prayer. It emphasizes that sharing emotions is a path to deeper intimacy with God, who already knows the heart.
- EP#341: Reading the Bible With Confidence - Learning to Enjoy Life with God
This episode of Good God Talks focuses on reading the Bible with confidence and without the burden of feeling like one must understand everything alone. It emphasizes releasing pressure and trusting that God meets individuals where they ar…
- EP#340: Scripture That Sticks: Moving Beyond Your Quiet Time - Learning to Enjoy Life with God
This episode discusses applying biblical teachings and partnering with God for personal transformation. It explores the difference between outwardly appearing spiritual and genuinely growing through connection with God, encouraging listene…
- EP#339: Staying Connected to God When Life Won't Slow Down - Learning to Enjoy Life with God
This episode of Good God Talks discusses how to maintain a connection with God even when life is busy. It explores turning everyday moments into opportunities for prayer and hearing from God, emphasizing that prayer can be a unifying threa…
- EP#338: Living from Christ's Faith, Not Your Own with Jason and Elizabeth Settle
In this episode, Jason and Elizabeth Settle discuss Galatians 2:20, focusing on the concept of living by Christ's faith rather than one's own efforts. They invite listeners to stop striving and start receiving the faith that is already pre…
- EP#337: Grace for the Days You Don't Read Your Bible - Learning to Enjoy Life with God
This episode explores feelings of guilt and failure when falling behind on Bible reading. It emphasizes God's grace and constant presence, encouraging listeners to embrace His mercy even in missteps. The discussion includes relevant Bible…
- EP#336: Have a Two-Way Conversation with God Through Scripture - Learning to Enjoy Life with God
This episode explores reading the Bible as a two-way conversation with God, focusing on hearing from Him through Scripture and the Holy Spirit. It offers practical encouragement for engaging with God's Word, even when life is overwhelming.
- EP#335: Eternal Life Isn't Just About Heaven - Learning to Enjoy Life with God
The episode discusses the beginning of eternal life, emphasizing that it starts in the present through knowing God rather than solely in heaven. It provides Christian encouragement for listeners to experience God in their daily lives.
- EP#334: What Do You Do When the Bible Stops Making Sense - Learning to Enjoy Life with God
This episode explores what to do when the Bible stops making sense or feels distant. It offers Christian encouragement for spiritual dryness and suggests it might be an invitation to something deeper, referencing John 6:66-69.
- EP#333: Bible Reading Plans 101: Where to Begin - Learning to Enjoy Life with God
This episode of Good God Talks focuses on creating and sticking to a Bible reading plan. It aims to help listeners overcome common challenges in consistent Bible reading and encourages a more engaging approach to scripture.
- Encore | Ep 231 The Real Power of a Word for the Year
This episode of Good God Talks, part of the "Small Steps, Big Faith Series," focuses on "The Real Power of a Word for the Year." It includes a reference to Psalms 139:16-18 and prompts listeners to consider what else God wants to share.
- Encore | Ep 121 God’s Incredible Prophetic Promise for You
This episode of Good God Talks discusses God's prophetic promise, referencing Matthew 1:22-23 and Isaiah 53, and explores the meaning of "God with you." It is part of the Awe in Advent Series.
- Encore | Ep 120 Savior of All
This episode of Good God Talks discusses the "Savior of All" as part of their "Awe in Advent Series." It references biblical verses Romans 1:16 and Luke 2:10, 28-33.
- Encore | Ep 119 The Gift of Christ's Genealogies
This episode of Good God Talks is titled 'The Gift of Christ's Genealogies.' It features discussion of biblical verses from Isaiah, Genesis, Samuel, Revelation, Matthew, Luke, and Romans.
- Encore | Ep 118 Familiar, Impossible, Incredible
This episode of Good God Talks is part of their "Awe in Advent Series" and focuses on the theme "Familiar, Impossible, Incredible." It explores the Nativity story, referencing Matthew 1:18-25 and Isaiah 7:14, with a question posed to God a…
- Encore | Ep 117 Born in Bethlehem & Why it Matters
This episode of Good God Talks discusses the birth of Christ in Bethlehem and its significance, referencing biblical passages Micah 5:2, Matthew 2:1, and Isaiah 9:6a.
- Encore | Ep 116 Our Serpent Crusher
This episode of Good God Talks is titled "Encore | Ep 116 Our Serpent Crusher" and focuses on the topic of "Our Serpent Crusher" from Genesis 3:15. It is part of their "Awe in Advent Series."
- Encore | Ep 115 Experience More Wonder This Christmas
This episode of Good God Talks discusses experiencing more wonder this Christmas, focusing on verses from Luke 2:16-20 and Luke 2:51b.
- EP#324: Fresh Revelations This Advent - Awe in Advent
This episode of Good God Talks discusses "Fresh Revelations This Advent" as part of their Awe in Advent series. The topic explores new ways to experience God, referencing Jeremiah 33:3.
- EP#323: Finding Peace Through Gratitude - Everyday Awake
This episode of Good God Talks, part of the "Everyday Awake Series," focuses on finding peace through gratitude. It includes a Bible verse from Colossians and a reflective question for listeners.
- EP#322: Thank Him Before the Outcome - Everyday Awake
This episode of Good God Talks, titled "EP#322: Thank Him Before the Outcome" from the Everyday Awake Series, discusses showing gratitude before results are seen. It references Psalm 100:1-5 as a key verse.
- EP#321: When God Redirects Your Plans - Everyday Awake
This episode of Good God Talks, from the Everyday Awake Series, discusses when God redirects plans, referencing Acts 16:6-10. The episode also includes a question for reflection: "God, how do you want to surprise me as I stay open to your…