What does it look like to live faithfully when your right now circumstance is full of pain or suffering?

In today's episode, Ruth and Eve talk to author, stroke survivor and disability advocate Katherine Wolf about radical acceptance of difficult circumstances and trusting the Lord when where you are is not at all what you planned or hoped for.

Scripture Referenced
Psalm 16:5
1 Peter 1:10
Psalm 84:11
Philippians 1:6

Resources Mentioned
Treasure in the Dark by Katherine Wolf
Katherine's Coffee Shop
The Good Hard Story Podcast

Sponsorship
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Remember what it was like to make (what felt like) life-long decisions in your early 20s? What did you long for most? What  made you feel constantly unsure? Join Ruth today as she chats with her oldest son, Caleb Simons, about life as a young adult.

And make sure you don't miss out on this episode's BONUS CONVO with Dr. Jeff Myers, president of Summit Ministries, to learn more about the sponsor of this season of the podcast.

Scripture Referenced
Jeremiah 29:11
1 Timothy 4:1-5
John 8:32

Resources Mentioned
Now and Not Yet by Ruth Chou Simons
Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis

Sponsorship
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Ever wondered why even though you know you’ve been made new in Christ nothing actually feels new? Or been curious about how your life right now fits into the bigger story of redemption?

Listen in to today’s episode and hear Ruth and Eve chat with Bible teacher Nancy Guthrie about the answers to these questions and more!

Scripture Referenced
Genesis 3
Mark 1:15
Colossians 2:15
Galatians 3:13
2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Resources Mentioned
Now and Not Yet by Ruth Chou Simons

Sponsorship
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Welcome to a new season of the podcast where Ruth, Eve, and some special guests tackle what it means to live faithfully in the tension between now and not yet. Grab a cup of coffee and listen in to Ruth and Eve kick things off in today's episode.

Resources Mentioned
Now and Not Yet by Ruth Chou Simons
Now and Not Yet Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video by Ruth Chou Simons

Sponsorship
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Sometimes the hardest part of carrying a heavy burden is just not seeing a reason for it... but what if there is a purpose in your pain? What if it’s not designed to take you out, but to prepare you? Join Ruth and Eve for a conversation about preaching truth to themselves using 2 Corinthians 4:16-18.

Scripture Referenced
2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Resources Mentioned
Now and Not Yet by Ruth Chou Simons
Truthfilled by Ruth Chou Simons

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When the burden you're carrying has to do with regrets or the mistakes you can't stop replaying over and over, where do you turn? How do you walk in the freedom you know Christ has secured on your behalf instead of getting bogged down by regret? Tune in for Ruth and Eve's conversation about the truth of Romans 8:1-2.

Scripture Referenced
Romans 8:1-2

Resources Mentioned
When Strivings Cease by Ruth Chou Simons
Truthfilled by Ruth Chou Simons

Sponsorship
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If you've ever wrestled with anxiety and felt alone in your thoughts with no end in sight, today's episode is for you. Today, Ruth and Eve are talking about the peace of God—how we access it, what it means, and what it doesn't mean. Listen in for practical encouragement!

Scripture Referenced
Philippians 4:6-7
1 Peter 5:6-7
Matthew 6

Sponsorship
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He carries what we can’t. Does it resonate with you or does it feel too good to be true? Join Ruth and Eve for a conversation about what this truth really means and how to apply it to your everyday life.

Scripture Referenced
Matthew 11:28-30

Resources Mentioned
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer

Sponsorship
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Ever worked really hard to provide and felt a lot of pressure to do it well? What truth do we anchor ourselves to when stress and the mental capacity it requires threaten to take us out? Tune into today's episode to hear what truth Ruth and Eve preach to themselves!

Scripture Referenced
Matthew 6:25-33

Resources Mentioned
Thinking Biblically About Worry - a blog post by Paul David Tripp

Sponsorship
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When “Happy New Year!” doesn’t feel true to reality because there’s a heavy burden following you from the previous year, how do you anchor your heart to something better? Join Ruth and Eve for another season designed to help you preach truth to yourself when life feels heavy.

Scripture Referenced
Matthew 11
Psalm 42
Psalm 103
Lamentations 3

Resources Mentioned
Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund
TruthFilled by Ruth Chou Simons
Meditating on Scripture PDF from Donald Whitney's Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life
Preach To Yourself Scripture Decks

Sponsorship
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Welcome to the week between Christmas and New Year's! In today's episode, the entire GraceLaced team sits down for a conversation about what it looks like to make room for Jesus beyond the month of December.

Resources Mentioned:
Download the Emmanuel  Discussion Guide
Prepare Him Room Advent Card Set
Emmanuel by Ruth Chou Simons
Emmanuel Playlist

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Ever stopped to really think about what the names of Jesus tell us about who He is and how He relates to our every day lives? Listen in as Ruth and and Eve talk about how the names of Jesus apply in this season and all year long.
 
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Resources Mentioned:
Download the Emmanuel  Discussion Guide
Prepare Him Room Advent Card Set
Emmanuel by Ruth Chou Simons
Emmanuel Playlist

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What does it look like to respond to the true reason for the season without adding another item to your "to-do" list? Join Ruth and Eve for a conversation about what types of responses come most naturally for them in the Advent season, and how they're cultivating the ones that don't.
 
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Resources Mentioned:
Download the Emmanuel  Discussion Guide
Prepare Him Room Advent Card Set
Emmanuel by Ruth Chou Simons
Emmanuel Playlist

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If you've ever thought, "I know this season 'should be' joyful, but...." this episode is for you! Join Ruth and Eve for a conversation about the power of stepping back to look at the whole story of redemption to change how we experience Advent.

Resources Mentioned:
Download the Emmanuel  Discussion Guide
Prepare Him Room Advent Card Set
Emmanuel by Ruth Chou Simons
The Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd-Jones

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How we enter the Advent season will make or break both our enjoyment of it and our ability to worship well in it... so how do we set ourselves up for success? Listen in as Ruth and Eve talk about letting go of expectations for the month and how they're fighting to "make room" for Christ in their hearts this Christmas.

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Resources Mentioned:
Prepare Him Room Advent Card Set
Emmanuel by Ruth Chou Simons

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Advent is just around the corner - do you feel ready for it? Check out what Ruth and Eve are talking about in season 7 of the GraceLaced Podcast and learn about how the Advent conversation even began for GraceLaced Co. The new season begins Nov. 29!

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Resources Mentioned:
Prepare Him Room Advent Card Set
Emmanuel by Ruth Chou Simons

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Why does theology matter in our everyday lives? Today we’re sharing the audio from the live Pilgrim Stories Event, so you can hear Ruth, Jen Wilkin, and Jada Edwards tackle this question & have a lot of fun doing it!

Resources Mentioned
Pilgrim by Ruth Chou Simons
You Are A Theologian by Jen Wilkin
Knowledge of the Holy by A.W. Tozer

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Ever wonder why hymns have such a lasting impact? In this episode, Ruth sits down with modern hymn-writer, Kristyn Getty, to talk about the role hymns can play in our pilgrim journeys.

Scripture Referenced
Lamentations 3
Psalms

Resources Mentioned
Pilgrim by Ruth Chou Simons
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross covered by Sandra McCracken
In Christ Alone by Kristyn and Keith Getty
Holy, Holy, Holy covered by Shane & Shane
All Glory Be To Christ covered by Kings Kaleidoscope

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Sponsorship
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Listen in as Ruth and Eve chat with Ann Voskamp about sheep, her own adventures as a shepherdess, and how the Lord has used both to remind her that He is our Good Shepherd. If you're in need of encouragement today, this episode is for you!

Scripture Referenced
John 10:11
Psalm 23

Resources Mentioned
Pilgrim by Ruth Chou Simons
One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp
The Broken Way by Ann Voskamp
Waymaker by Ann Voskamp
All The Way My Savior Leads Me covered by Chris Tomlin
Pilgrim Playlist

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Listen in as Christy Nockels shares how the Lord met her in the midst of an overwhelming personal trial. May the story of His provision in her life encourage you!

Resources Mentioned
Pilgrim by Ruth Chou Simons
Music by Christy Nockels
Glorious in the Mundane Podcast with Christy Nockels
Lord, I Need You by Matt Maher
I Need Thee Every Hour covered by The Worship Initiative, John Marc Kohl, Hannah Hardin
Everywhere the River Goes by Nathan Nockels
This is the Hour Album by Christy Nockels

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Sponsorship
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Ever wonder why music and art can have such a deep impact on our souls? Listen in as Ruth and Eve chat with Andrew Peterson about what it looks like to have purpose in what we do even when we’re ultimately created for another world.

Scripture Referenced
Ephesians 2:8-10

Resources Mentioned
The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis
Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson
Watch The Wingfeather Saga
Meditation in a Toolshed Essay by C.S. Lewis
Heaven by Randy Alcorn
Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright
Love by George Herbert
Pilgrim by Ruth Chou Simons

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If you've ever wondered why it matters that God is faithful, today's episode with author and Bible teacher, Trillia Newbell is for you! Grab a cup of coffee and join Ruth, Eve, and Trillia for a great conversation!

Scripture Referenced
Ephesians 2:8-9
Hebrews 11 & 12
Psalm 23
Genesis 17
Psalm 103

Resources Mentioned
Great Is Thy Faithfulness cover by Shane & Shane
A Great Cloud of Witnesses Bible Study by Trillia Newbell
Pre-order Jesus and the Gift of Friendship by Trillia Newbell

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What does it mean for God to be sovereign? We're so glad you asked! On this episode, Ruth and Eve sit down with singer/songwriter Laura Story to hear how the sovereignty of God has met Laura and her family over and over. We know you'll be encouraged! And... you just might get a special mash-up of hymns at the end of today's conversation!

Scripture Referenced
Romans 5
John 9

Resources Mentioned
Blessings by Laura Story
He Will Hold Me Fast by Kristyn & Keith Getty
It Is Well With My Soul (Live) covered by Sovereign Grace Music, Bob Kauflin

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Today's conversation with Candace Cameron Bure is such an encouragement! Listen in as Ruth, Eve, and Candace talk about how knowing God as a Deliverer gives us confidence when things get tough.

Scripture Referenced
Exodus 14

Resources Mentioned
Pilgrim: 25 Ways God's Character Leads Us Onward by Ruth Chou Simons
The Bible Recap
A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
Deliverer by Matt Maher
Candace Cameron Bure Podcast

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Omnipresent? It's a big word with an especially comforting definition. Grab a cup of coffee and listen in while Ruth, Eve, and Melissa discuss this amazing piece of God's character.

Scripture referenced
Psalm 19
Colossians 1:17

Resources mentioned
Pilgrim: 25 Ways God's Character Leads Us Onward by Ruth Chou Simons
In the Secret of His Presence by Sandra McCracken
Parenting with Hope by Melissa Kruger

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