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8 | How Does God Speak to People? (How to Hear God's Voice - Part 1)

Have you ever heard someone say something like, "God told me to move to this city" or "I felt led to take this job"? and wondered, "How do I get to a place where I hear God's voice?" This mini-series is for you!
In this episode, you'll get a Biblical introduction into hearing God speak. Chloe shares on six Biblical methods of communication that God used to in speaking with people in Scripture and still uses today! She shares on the audible voice of God and the inner audible voice of God (His still small voice), and how God also speaks through dreams, visions, circumstances, and last but never, ever least: the Holy Bible, our beloved Word of God. Chloe also shares stories from her personal life where she felt the leading of the Holy Spirit -- in miraculous encounters and in the simple every day moments of life -- and some of the things she learned along the way. 
This is part 1 of a mini-series on hearing God's voice.
If you want to start growing in hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit for yourself, let's get practical.

7 | Compromising to Get Ahead? - Psalm 1:1,2 Devotion: Encouragement to Trust God

Join in for a short devotion on Psalm 1:1,2 "Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked..."
In this episode, Chloe shares a story from her life where this Scripture became very real to her. She shares how she learned to walk by faith in a season of uncertainty as she leaned on God's promise in this psalm. Psalm 1 offers a unique opportunity for us to grow in deeper relationship with God, and Chloe unpacks that in this devotion.
Here at on the Practical Abiding podcast, we believe a big part of abiding with Christ, and a big part of spiritual growth in general, is to spend regular time in God's Word. So we are excited to have you join in as we take a look at the promise of blessing found in Psalm 1.
Let's get practical.

6 | Is God Disciplining Me? 3 Life-Changing Truths I Learned the Hard Way

Do you ever find yourself wanting to make a righteous decision, but it feels inconvenient or scary or weird? Do you ever feel that you know what's right and wrong, but what's right feels... well, difficult...
In this episode, Chloe shares a story from her life about God's discipline -- when she felt the Holy Spirit was telling her not to do something, but she did it anyway to try to get ahead in her career. Hear how God corrected her and met her with love, showing His character as totally righteous and yet completely loving.
This singular incident in her life gave her new revelation into the goodness of God and His character, and it led her into greater spiritual growth and a deeper prayer life. When God corrects you personally in a dramatic way, you grow in deeper relationship with God in a big way! We pray this story will impact your faith and take you into further intimacy with God.
If you want to grow in righteousness and discernment, and you want to trust God's leadership in your life more, this episode is for you.Let's get practical.

5 | How to Pray God's Will: What I Wish I Had Known

Are you feeling overwhelmed with a major life decision? Are you afraid you'll make the wrong choice and disappoint God and ruin your life path forever? Sis, we get it. We've been there, too. Our young adult years are filled with sooo many big decisions! We know the feeling. But, you don't have to stay in that place of fear and confusion. There is a simple way to pray that can help you connect with God and begin to build discernment of His voice.
In this week's episode, Chloe shares the two common school's of thought that people have when it comes to praying God's will, and she shares the "secret third option" that the Holy Spirit showed her that completely changed the way that she prayed. It took her deeper into relationship with God, and it can for you, too!
Whether you are stepping into Christian dating (and all that comes with that!), already in a season of transition, or looking for a new job, this simple prayer method is a perfect addition to your quiet time. 
If you want to leave confusion and anxiety behind, and become that Proverbs 31 woman who laughs without fear of the future, this episode is for you! Let's get practical.

4 | 7 Tips to Stay Focused While Reading God's Word (Bible Study Tools)

If we're honest, we all struggle from time to time with distraction while reading Scripture. Maybe you sat down this week with a reading goal only to find that you haven't been able to get past the first paragraph. And, maybe you've found yourself reading that same paragraph for 20 minutes straight... Sis, you are not alone. We've all been there.
In this episode, Chloe shares 7 (plus a bonus) hands-on tips that she uses when she's distracted during her quiet time, and you can use them, too. These are great to implement into your morning Bible study time, evening Bible study time, and well, anything in between. She shares on how to pray when you need help focusing, how to study the Bible in a way that helps you retain what you're reading, and how to go deeper in your study of God's Word.
If you are struggling with distraction and want to stay focused reading the Bible so you can become that Proverbs 31 woman you always dreamed of being, you're in the right place! Let's get practical!
Resources from today's episode:
- You Version App: https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/
- ESV app: https://www.esv.org/ 
- The Bible Project: https://www.youtube.com/@bibleproject/featured 

3 | How often should I read God's Word? Where do I start? (Bible Study Tools)

Are you struggling with inconsistency in your quiet time? Do you want to start a daily Bible study, but feel unsure of where to start? Girl, you are not alone!
Regular personal Bible study can feel daunting and intimidating for many Christian young adult women. We get it! In this podcast, Chloe shares how to get started in building a Bible study routine. She shares about a life-changing mindset shift that she had around studying God's Word and the year-long impact it had on her life.
 
In this podcast you will also learn:
- How to choose a Bible translation that's right for you
- How to study the Bible for the first time by yourself
- What books of the Bible to start with as you build your Bible study habit
 
You will also hear insight into how long to make your quiet time, how often to read God's Word, and how to form a plan for regularly reading Scripture.If you're ready to have those practical Bible study questions answered so that you can build a consistent quiet time with the Lord, let's get practical.

2 | 3 Simple Questions That Will Take You Deeper in Your Quiet Time (Bible Study Tools)

In this episode, you will listen to a guided Bible study and devotion on John 10 focusing on Jesus as the Good Shepherd. Using this Scripture as an example, Chloe will walk through how to go deeper in God's Word. She shares three questions that you can take with you into your quiet time no matter what section of Scripture you are reading. The first Bible study prompt will help you go deeper in the knowledge of God and grow in understanding God's character. The last two Bible study prompts will help you develop your prayer life and personal relationship with God.
Spiritual growth doesn't happen overnight, but daily prayer and daily Bible study are paramount when it comes to abiding with Christ in a more intimate way. 
Let's get practical.

1 | How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Daily Prayer

Prayer can feel awkward, and sometimes it can be difficult to know what to say. Praying can especially feel uncomfortable if you feel distant from God. In this episode, Chloe shares a simple framework for how to pray -- how to open a prayer, what to say while praying, and how to end your prayers in a way that feels authentic. This prayer method can be used for morning prayer, night prayer, and everything in between!
In this episode, you will also learn a couple of practical tips for growing intimacy with God through prayer so that you can feel confident in your prayer life! Prayer adds so much to your relationship with God and is such an integral part of abiding with Christ. So, if you're ready for to leave behind those awkward feelings during prayer time and feeling like you don't know what to say, and you want to develop an intimate relationship with God, let's get practical.