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Habakkuk is a dirge over injustice in Jerusalem and a lament over the eminent threat from Babylon. It's not the pick-me-up of most morning devotionals. But it does contain the banger: "... the righteous will live by faith" (2:4) picked up and expounded upon by Paul in his letter to the churches in Rome and Galatia. Join Clay and Ross as they break down this textually small but theologically large prophet.

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Short but not sweet. Nahum is a book that doesn't get much air time in pulpits for some pretty glaring reasons. As a condemnation on Assyria it contains some violent and offensive language and, if taken at face value, some violent and offensive theology. But read as resistance poetry given to those under oppression it offers hope for a better tomorrow.

Incredible conversation with our friend Wade Griffith of Shanta Foundation discussing issues of justice and mercy in the prophet Micah. And challenging us to think differently about  missions. This is one you won't want to miss friends.

You can find Wade and donate at shantafoundation.org

Do you ever wonder if your deepest desires and dreams matter to God? For me, I feel like I don’t even deserve to ask God for things I desire or dream for. Like who am I to ask for such a thing? God you’ve done enough for me, how dare I be so selfish? That’s my perspective though. I know it’s not biblical but it is how I’ve felt and still feel a lot of the time. 

Today’s verse provides clarity, to the truth the God DOES in fact care about your dreams and desires and challenges how we think about those things.

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Obadiah is quite certain that God has a zero-tolerance policy for bullies who kick others when they're down. Join Ross and Clay break down this pint-sized prophet who packs a punch.

"I hate your religious festivals", God exclaims in Amos 5:21, "Instead seek justice for the poor". (paraphrased) Amos pulls no punches for those whose religiosity doesn't  lead to equality.
Garrett Harper; friend, colleague, and Executive Director at Urban Ministry in West End Birmingham, AL joins Clay and Ross to talk about ministry that makes a difference and how the kinds of folks that go to church and listen to Bible podcasts might do a better job obeying Amos. You can reach Garrett at urban-ministry.org

Joel may be short but it's dense enough to get air time later by Luke and Paul. Join Ross and Clay as they breakdown this pint-sized prophet that packs a punch.

Hosea begins with a somewhat demeaning view of women but ends with with God's love expressed as a mother. Huge thanks to Rev. Julie Holly for joining us today to break down this incredible book.

Julie is and ordained elder in the North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church serving as the Chaplain and Religious Life Director at Birmingham Southern College. She's a colleague and friend and an amazing person. You can find Julie on Instagram at @JulieBHolly

Hosea kicks off the Book of the Twelve with a bombshell request from God: that Hosea marry an unfaithful wife to illustrate Israel's unfaithfulness to God. Join Ross and Clay as they break down this anything but minor prophet.

And stick around at the end for a conversation with our great friend, Anthony Nathan, who joined Clay 20+ years ago to terrorize the good citizens of Bardstown, KY to ask them Bible trivia about Hosea AND who is transcribing these podcasts for the hearing impaired.

The second half can get pretty trippy if you don't realize what all the metaphors mean. Join Clay and Ross and they shed some light on this apocalyptic text.

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace. Daniel in the lion's den. A hand writing on the wall... Daniel 1-6 contains some of the most memorable stories in scripture. Join Clay and Ross as they break down this iconic book.

When God wanted to show us His love, He gave. And He gave everything. Today’s devotional reminds us of the incredible sacrifice God made when He spared not even His own Son. 

If you would like more insight into today’s devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef’s sermon For God So Loved the World: LISTEN NOW

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Putting on a bow on the one of the most difficult to read prophets. And it ends with a beautiful vision of a new temple and renewed Jerusalem. Join Clay and Ross as they wrap up Ezekiel.

Creating a routine. Getting that consistency. Being disciplined. Ya, it’s hard. Especially when it comes to reading the Bible. Oh you expected it to be easy? I’ve given you legit strategies in the last two episodes mentally and physical actions you can take. And today I’m dropping 4, yes 4 more strategies to get your Bible reading routine back. And today’s strategies all start once you open the Bible. So if you’re one who has always said you don’t understand, or you don’t know where to start, or you never remember what you read… stay tuned, open up the notes in your phone, grab a pen and paper…this next 20 minutes is just for you!

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Download your FREE GET UNSTUCK NOW! Guide right now and defeat your negative thoughts with God's truth! The enemy is coming for your thoughts and it's time to shut him up once and for all! This guide takes five of the most common lies of Satan and I give you Scripture to fight those lies with the truth. With prayer templates and a video teaching, grab this free guide now!

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Remember that reading plan you started? Remember that Bible Study plan you started? Remember that devotional you committed to do for 30 days? Well, how’s it going? I’ve tried so many checklists and trackers, and books to follow. I knew I should be reading the Bible every day but man I just couldn’t do it. Until I finally made the decision, committed to it, and implemented some strategies into my life that got me to consistent, daily Bible Time for now more than 5 years straight! You may need to open your notes for this one, I’m sharing all the goods!

After this episode, I want to hear from you! Find me on Instagram @kaelaprays and right here on Facebook too!

BIBLE JOURNALING BOOTCAMP program - 30 days to get you pages full of purpose! Limited spots. ENROLL NOW!

Enroll in my upcoming FREE Masterclass RIGHT HERE. Now is the time to grow in your relationship with God. Consistency? Discipline? Too busy? I've got you covered and you will leave this 60 minute class with strategies and tips to implement right away and get you on the path to growth so that you can experience God in your life, right where you are right now.

BIBLE TIME ACCELERATOR is my signature program and you can find all the details RIGHT HERE!


Download your FREE GET UNSTUCK NOW! Guide right now and defeat your negative thoughts with God's truth! The enemy is coming for your thoughts and it's time to shut him up once and for all! This guide takes five of the most common lies of Satan and I give you Scripture to fight those lies with the truth. With prayer templates and a video teaching, grab this free guide now!

If you have questions about knowing Jesus and having a personal relationship with Him, please do not hesitate to reach out to me via email at info@kaelaprays.com

You can find out more about my services including PRAYING THROUGH PROVERBS devotional  and how to work with me one on one as your Christian Life Coach & Mentor by heading to hiswordmywalkpodcast.com (or clicking the links for each service above.)

Following a long criticism of Israel, Ezekiel turns the pen towards Israel's neighbors for allying with Babylon, for injustice, and for being Egypt. Join Clay and Ross as they breakdown Ezekiel 25-32.