• 648// From Spiritual Poverty to Hope and Purpose: How God Redeemed A Legacy of Witchcraft, Drugs, Violence, and Gangs Through the Power of the Gospel
    Sep 13 2024
    648// From Spiritual Poverty to Hope and Purpose: How God Redeemed A Legacy of Witchcraft, Drugs, Violence, and Gangs Through the Power of the Gospel In this conversation, Rachael interviews Jonathan Almonte, who shares his powerful testimony of growing up in poverty in the Dominican Republic. Jonathan's grandparents were witchcraft priests, and he grew up in a ghetto surrounded by drugs, prostitution, violence, and gangs. He faced spiritual poverty and physical poverty, including hunger and lack of access to education and healthcare. Through the hope of the gospel, his life was transformed, and he now serves in ministry. Jonathan shares his personal journey from poverty and brokenness to finding hope and purpose. He encourages listeners to overcome barriers, reminding them that the greatest need is Jesus. Show Sponsor Partnership Information: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, devotional and Bible study resources, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spiritual Direction: https://shehears.org/coaching Learn: https://shehears.org Devotional/Bible Study Resources: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, hearing God’s voice, Hearing God, Hearing Jesus, Praying, Pray, God’s Word, Scriptures, God’s Word Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 647// I Am No Longer Who I Was: Mark 2:13-17
    Sep 12 2024
    647// I Am No Longer Who I Was: Mark 2:13-17 In this episode, Rachael continues the Gospel of Mark series and focuses on the passage where Jesus calls Levi (later known as Matthew) to follow him and then travels to eat at his house. This passage highlights Jesus' willingness to associate with sinners and outcasts, challenging the religious leaders of the time. Rachael explores the background of Levi as a tax collector and the societal implications of his occupation. She emphasizes the transformative power of Jesus in changing Levi's identity and the hope that this offers to all believers. The episode concludes with a prayer for a heart that aligns with God's love for all people. Show Sponsor Partnership Information: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, devotional and Bible study resources, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spiritual Direction: https://shehears.org/coaching Learn: https://shehears.org Devotional/Bible Study Resources: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, hearing God’s voice, Hearing God, Hearing Jesus, Praying, Pray, God’s Word, Scriptures, God’s Word Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • 646// Dealing With the Religious Spirit: Mark 2:1-12
    Sep 11 2024
    646// Dealing With the Religious Spirit: Mark 2:1-12 In today’s devotional Bible study, Rachael highlights the radical nature of Jesus. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context and cultural nuances of the Bible to fully grasp its meaning. The passage focuses on the story of a paralyzed man who is brought to Jesus by his friends. Jesus forgives the man's sins and then heals him, which upsets the religious leaders. Rachael discusses the concept of a religious spirit and encourages listeners to break down barriers and approach Jesus with sincere faith. Show Sponsor Partnership Information: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, devotional and Bible study resources, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spiritual Direction: https://shehears.org/coaching Learn: https://shehears.org Devotional/Bible Study Resources: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, hearing God’s voice, Hearing God, Hearing Jesus, Praying, Pray, God’s Word, Scriptures, God’s Word Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • 645// Is Sin Contagious? Devotional Bible Study on Mark 1:29-45
    Sep 10 2024
    645// Is Sin Contagious? Devotional Bible Study on Mark 1:29-45 In today’s devotional Bible Study episode, Rachael talks about the need for intentional prayer in our lives. She also explores the idea of the contagiousness of sin and the impact that may have on our lives. This is a super interesting episode that helps some powerful truths from the Gospel of Mark. Show Sponsor Partnership Information: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, devotional and Bible study resources, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spiritual Direction: https://shehears.org/coaching Learn: https://shehears.org Devotional/Bible Study Resources: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, hearing God’s voice, Hearing God, Hearing Jesus, Praying, Pray, God’s Word, Scriptures, God’s Word Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 644// We Don’t Talk to Demons: Mark 1:21-28
    Sep 9 2024
    644// We Don’t Talk to Demons: Mark 1:21-28 In today’s power packed episode, Rachael discusses the topic of how Jesus dealt with demons. When it comes to spiritual warfare, Jesus is the one who gives believers the authority to drive out demons through the power of the Holy Spirit. So doesn’t it make sense for us to follow His model? Scripture gives us hope to fight back as we learn about our authority as believers. Show Sponsor Partnership Information: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, devotional and Bible study resources, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spiritual Direction: https://shehears.org/coaching Learn: https://shehears.org Devotional/Bible Study Resources: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, hearing God’s voice, Hearing God, Hearing Jesus, Praying, Pray, God’s Word, Scriptures, God’s Word Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • KIDS COMPANION EPISODE: Putting Jesus First: Mark 1:9-25
    Sep 6 2024
    Putting Jesus First: Mark 1:9-25 Jesus calls his disciples to follow him, and they immediately leave everything behind to do so. Following Jesus may require sacrifices and prioritizing our relationship with him above all else. Jesus promises to always be with us and provide for us. Do you have a question for Rachael? Maybe you have questions about God, the Bible, or something you heard on the podcast. Go ahead and leave me a message! And who knows, you may even hear yourself on a future episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/HearingJesusforKids You can find Family Discussion Guide that covers today’s content on our Patreon: patreon.com/HearingJesus The Hearing Jesus for Kids Podcast is a companion to the Hearing Jesus Podcast. Learn more at shehears.org Hey friends, welcome to the Hearing Jesus for Kids Podcast! Do you ever feel like you want to know more about the Bible but that it’s kind of hard to understand? Do you want to share your faith with your friends but have a hard time figuring out how to do that? Do you want to learn how to connect the Bible to your real life? Well then, this is the show for you. My name is Rachael, and I am your host. I have been a Children’s Pastor for a long time, and one of my favorite things is helping kids learn how to understand the Bible. I think that sometimes people think that the Bible is just for adults, but God actually really wants kids to know about Him. So, on this podcast, we are going to learn all about God’s Big Story and how he shows Himself to us through the Bible. As we learn together what the stories in the Bible mean, we can learn how to live out our faith in our everyday lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 643// The Radical Call of Jesus to be “All In”: Mark 1:14-20
    Sep 6 2024
    643// The Radical Call of Jesus to be “All In”: Mark 1:14-20 In today’s devotional Bible Study episode on the Gospel of Mark, Rachael teaches on the calling of the disciples. Looking at the cultural and historical context, she looks at the ways this parallels our lives today and what it truly means to follow Jesus. Show Sponsor Partnership Information: To Sponsor a Child through Compassion International: Compassion.com/hearingjesus Or Text HEARINGJESUS to 83393 Additional Resources: For ad-free content, family discussion guides, journaling worksheets, bonus content, devotional and Bible study resources, and our private discussion forum, please visit our Patreon page: patreon.com/HearingJesus Coaching/Spiritual Direction: https://shehears.org/coaching Learn: https://shehears.org Devotional/Bible Study Resources: https://shehears.org/resources Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, hearing God’s voice, Hearing God, Hearing Jesus, Praying, Pray, God’s Word, Scriptures, God’s Word Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • BONUS- KIDS COMPANION EPISODE- Getting Close to God: Mark 1:9-25
    Sep 5 2024
    75// Getting Close to God: Mark 1:9-25 Sometimes, we need to find a quiet place to just be alone with God. Today, Rachael is talking about how Jesus did exactly that. Today’s episode reminds kids that they are God’s favorite and that He loves them so much. Do you have a question for Rachael? Maybe you have questions about God, the Bible, or something you heard on the podcast. Go ahead and leave me a message! And who knows, you may even hear yourself on a future episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/HearingJesusforKids You can find Family Discussion Guide that covers today’s content on our Patreon: patreon.com/HearingJesus The Hearing Jesus for Kids Podcast is a companion to the Hearing Jesus Podcast. Learn more at shehears.org Hey friends, welcome to the Hearing Jesus for Kids Podcast! Do you ever feel like you want to know more about the Bible but that it’s kind of hard to understand? Do you want to share your faith with your friends but have a hard time figuring out how to do that? Do you want to learn how to connect the Bible to your real life? Well then, this is the show for you. My name is Rachael, and I am your host. I have been a Children’s Pastor for a long time, and one of my favorite things is helping kids learn how to understand the Bible. I think that sometimes people think that the Bible is just for adults, but God actually really wants kids to know about Him. So, on this podcast, we are going to learn all about God’s Big Story and how he shows Himself to us through the Bible. As we learn together what the stories in the Bible mean, we can learn how to live out our faith in our everyday lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins