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Join host Ellen Krause—co-creator of Coffee and Bible Time—as she sits down with authors, pastors, theologians, and everyday believers to explore Scripture, identity, relationships, and how to truly keep Jesus at the center of it all. Whether you're just starting your faith journey or looking to go deeper, this podcast is a space to learn, be encouraged, and draw closer to Christ.
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The fruit of the Spirit can sound beautiful—but feel out of reach. Ava Pennington shares her journey through spiritual drought and anxiety to true fruitfulness—not through striving, but surrender to the Spirit. Join us to discover how you can flourish in Christ through the Holy Spirit's work—not by working harder, but by surrendering more fully to God's grace. Check out Ava's new book, Flourish: Grace-Centered Practices to Protect and Grow a Fruitful Life in Christ Scripture referenced: Galat...
Sometimes the only thing you can do during profound loss is hold on tight to God. Ellen sits down with Emily Jackson to hear about her ongoing journey through pregnancy loss and infertility, and learn how faith has helped her survive the grief. Check out Emily's devotional, The Weight of the World: A Devotional for Women in Times of Doubt, Hardship, & Loss in Your Journey to Conceive Scripture referenced: Philippians 4:6-7Genesis 18:1-15, 21:1-7Genesis 50:20Learn about Emily: Websi...
What if the key to a more peaceful family life isn’t doing more, but choosing less—and choosing it on purpose? Author and homeschool mom Jessica Smartt joins us to unpack how loving authority, slow tech, and small daily rituals can transform your home from frantic to grounded. Looking for more practical ideas and grace-filled guidance? Grab Jessica’s new book, Come On Home, today! Scripture referenced: Proverbs 14:1Jessica's faves: NIV One Year Bible | A Praying Life | Audio Bible...
What does it mean to live truthfully with complex emotions? Author Jillian Benfield joins us to share how parenting two medically complex children led her to deeper honesty with God—and freedom in holding both pain and praise. This conversation challenges toxic positivity, explores biblical lament, and offers a powerful framework for living fully human through life’s hardest seasons. Overwhelmed & Grateful releases on October 7th, 2025—order your copy today! Scripture and R...
1What happens when you take the little you have and place it in the hands of Jesus? The impossible becomes possible. Ellen and Taylor unpack the miracle of feeding the 5,000 as told in the Gospel of John, a story so significant it appears in all four Gospels. Scriptures referenced: John 6:1-15Matthew 14:21Colossians 1:16Mark 6:34-36Resources mentioned: NIV Journal the Word Bible | The EASY Bible Study Method | Coffee and Bible Time Community What did you learn from this passage? Any obse...
What happens when the love and emotional safety we needed as children wasn’t there? Ellen is joined by Dr. John Trent and Kari Trent Stageberg to talk about a biblical framework that can lead to emotional and spiritual healing. They unpack the five key elements of the Blessing, share stories of redemption from their own journeys, and offer practical steps for walking forward in faith. Whether you're carrying childhood wounds or helping others heal, this conversation is a hopeful reminder: you...
Dr. Juli Slattery joins Ellen to discuss how Christians can find healing when struggling with sexual sin. From identity traps to rethinking sex as covenant, this powerful conversation offers practical steps and gospel-centered hope for anyone battling shame, addiction, or confusion around sexuality. Scriptures referenced: 2 Corinthians 5:17Galatians 2:20Luke 15:11-321 Corinthians 6:9-11Matthew 11:28Romans 12:1Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes...Everything Juli's favorit...
Struggling to hear God’s voice in everyday life? In this inspiring episode, pastor and author Heather Sheldon Comber shares how divine encounters often show up in ordinary moments—from tangled Christmas lights to life-altering loss. Discover practical wisdom and honest stories that will help you recognize and respond to hearing God’s voice in your own journey. Scriptures referenced: Psalm 139Luke 1:26-38John 6:1-15John 10:271 Peter 2:2Psalm 42Psalm 91:1Matthew 6:9Father Talks: A Journey of H...
Taylor returns for a conversation about the final step of the EASY Bible Study Method, Yearn For A Heart Change. She and Mentor Mama discuss how to bridge the gap between head and heart, what God has been showing them in their personal studies, and how to apply even difficult or unfamiliar passages of Scripture. Scriptures referenced: James 1:22Proverbs 4:23Jeremiah 29:11Proverbs 3:5-6James 1:5Acts 7:60Matthew 16:24Resources: The EASY Bible Study Method: A Guide to Understanding, Applying, ...
Ellen and Taylor dive into Step 3 of the Easy Bible Study Method: Seeking God and His Character. They discuss how to move beyond surface-level reading and intentionally discover who God is through Scripture—even when emotions feel flat or life gets overwhelming. You'll hear practical tips, personal stories, and powerful reminders of how meditating on the character of God transforms our faith and brings peace in hard seasons. Scripture referenced: Ephesians 2:20-211 Peter 2:6Romans 8:38...
Ever feel like you read your Bible...but don't really understand it? In this episode, we explore the second step of the EASY Bible Study Method: Assess the Main Idea. Whether you have just 10 minutes or a full hour for Bible study, you’ll learn a simple, flexible approach to understanding Scripture that meets you right where you are: and grows with you over time. Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unless you...
Sometimes, the hardest part of studying the Bible is just getting started. In this episode, Ellen and Ashley discuss how they overcame being intimidated by Scripture to develop a regular (and realistic!) rhythm in God's Word. Scriptures referenced: John 6:1-14John 6:16-21James 1:22-25Resources: Pre-order our book: The EASY Bible Study Method: A Guide to Understanding, Applying, and Delighting in God's Word Click here to read an excerpt! Ellen and Ashley's favorite study Bibles: ESV St...
Satan's playbook against women isn't as hidden as you might think. In this eye-opening conversation with Emily Wilson Hussem, we pull back the curtain on spiritual warfare, and how to fight the subtle tactics the enemy designed to pull us away from intimacy with God. Scriptures referenced: John 10:10Resources: Sincerely, StoneheartDiscussion GuideAbout Emily: Website | Instagram Emily's favorite Bible: NRSV Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show...
It sounds impossible, right? Joy and suffering in the same sentence. But in this powerful conversation with pastor and author Chip Ingram, we dive into Paul’s letter to the Philippians and learn how joy can actually grow because of hardship—not in spite of it. If you’re walking through something heavy, this episode is for you. Scriptures referenced: Philippians 1Nehemiah 8:9-12Philippians 1:21Philippians 1:29John 16:33Ephesians 4:12 Corinthians 12:9-10I Choose Joy: Change Your Perspect...
Ever felt like your anger was out of control? You’re not alone. In this episode, Ellen talks with Elizabeth—Christian anger coach and host of the Emotionally Healthy Legacy podcast—about her journey from “mom rage” to emotional healing through God’s grace and practical tools. Learn how to break the cycle of reactive parenting and find peace in your motherhood. Scriptures referenced: Matthew 14:22-23Luke 5:15-16Genesis 3:12-13Galatians 5:22-232 Corinthians 10:5James 1:19Ephesians 4:26Ep...
We explore James 1:19 and unpack practical ways to become better listeners, thoughtful speakers, and people who manage anger biblically in our relationships and conversations. Taylor shares about a bug flying in her mouth. Scripture referenced: James 1:19James 3:4John 15:5Ellen's Bible: Amplified 'Journal the Word' Bible Sermon referenced: The Look that Changes Everything (note: Taylor accidentally misquoted this quote to Tim Keller. The original quote is from Gabe Fluhrer.) Click here to se...
Is AI a threat to Christian faith—or an invitation to go deeper with God? In this episode, we ask the hard questions: What role does prayer play when tech seems to know everything? Can the presence of God be more real than the presence of machines? If you’re looking for clarity, hope, and a fresh spiritual perspective on the digital age, this conversation is for you. Dr. Drew Dickens joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on how Christian women can navigate AI with wisdom, discernment,...
As a pre-teen, Eryn Lynum was diagnosed with Addison's Disease. As an adult, she became a naturalist. Both taught her that rest isn't a luxury—it's a vital, God-given activity designed to fuel everything else you do. Scriptures referenced: 2 Timothy 2:15Romans 1:20Matthew 11:28-30Isaiah 40:28John 10:10Exodus 16Dive deeper: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living More from Eryn: Website | Podcast | Family Values Guide Eryn's favorites: NASB 1995 | E...
What if God allows pain in our lives to invite us to deeper joy? Join Ellen and Taylor as they chat through James 1:2-4 and challenge the idea that trials and joy are mutually exclusive. Scriptures mentioned: James 1:2-4Matthew 16:24-26Romans 5:1-5James 1:52 Timothy 1:7Matthew 11:28-30Ellen's Bible: ESV Key Word Study Bible Taylor's Bible: CSB Spurgeon Study Bible BibleHub Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show! We have no way of responding unles...
Perfectionism can feel holy—but it’s keeping you trapped. In this episode, Ellen sits down with guest Bethany Broderick to talk about the hidden struggle of perfectionism in the Christian life. Together, they open up about their battles with inner critics, shame cycles, and the pressure to “get it all right.” But there’s good news: God never asked us to be perfect—He invites us to be free. 💛 Join us as we explore how Scripture breaks the chains of performance and offers us something better: g...
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I'm so excited to find you now have a podcast. I always loved tuning into your YouTube Channel @CoffeeandBibleTime I really enjoyed this episode, and although this is an old episode I have to agree that God has been dealing with me what I Value most, and where social media plays a part in that.
Thank you for this wonderful podcast!
You gals are awesome at doing podcasts. Exactly what I've been looking for I just have one request. I just feel like saying HECK so much is not glorifying the Lord. Other than God bless you beautiful ladies❤💞
this was extremely relatable! thank you guys!
Do you please have any tip for praying in the morning and remaining awake? because when i read his word and study it at night, i just sleep on it and it has no impact on me the next day.
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Very important topic,thank you for this.I have been helped to understand the balance between self care and being re-filled.God bless you!
thank you ladies so much for an amazing podcast and keep it real even when you are having a hard day. You guys have helped me restore my faith and relationship with Jesus Christ. Thank you. ❤ 🙏🏻☕
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thank you for keeping me company when I'm alone and need to listen to something to get my mind off of it 💗
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true about the prayer...i used to pray before i start studying when i was in school. All is beautiful, you are wonderful , God bless
I adore your hearts for God. I'm so excited that you guys decided to start a podcast! I look forward to what God does through this new medium.