Ep. 188: Bible Reading & Study Listening to Gods Word
May 21 • 7:43
Ep. 188: Bible Reading & Study Listening to Gods Word
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Ep. 188: Bible Reading & Study Listening to Gods Word

May 21, 2025 • 7:43 • Jay Holland

In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay discusses the foundational spiritual discipline of Bible reading. He emphasizes the importance of engaging with Scripture as a means of listening to God and understanding His character. Jay provides practical tips for reading the Bible effectively, including starting with a simple plan and asking key questions about the text. He encourages listeners to develop a consistent habit of reading and to seek a deeper relationship with God through prayer and Scripture study.

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Guided by Faith is your go-to daily devotional podcast for teens, students, and young adults looking to strengthen their faith and Biblical worldview. In just five minutes every weekday, dive into essential topics like identity, life purpose, friendships, dating, decision-making, handling temptation, coping with grief, and living out your mission for Jesus. Parents will also find valuable insights to support their teens on their faith journey. Join Jay Holland for inspiring and practical advice that equips you to navigate life’s challenges with a strong faith foundation.
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Ep. 188: Bible Reading & Study Listening to Gods Word

In this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay discusses the foundational spiritual discipline of Bible reading. He emphasizes the importance of engaging with Scripture as a means of listening to God and understanding His character. Jay provides practical tips for reading the Bible effectively, including starting with a simple plan and asking key questions about the text. He encourages listeners to develop a consistent habit of reading and to seek a deeper relationship with God through prayer and Scripture study.

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Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.

For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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About the Host

Jay Holland

Jay Holland is a follower of Jesus, a husband to Emily, and the biological and adoptive father of four children. For more than two decades Jay has served as a pastor in family and student ministries, and has walked through multiple special needs challenges within his own family.

Jay’s personal and pastoral experiences led him to launch the weekly Let’s Parent on Purpose podcast to equip and empower moms and dads to build thriving families. He serves at Covenant Fellowship Baptist Church in Stuart, Florida and is also on the board of Hopegivers, a ministry that cares for children and churches in India.

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