Coffee and Bible Time Podcast

Coffee and Bible Time
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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.

  1. 3d ago ·  Video

    Want to Grow Closer to God? Start With His Love | Stasi Eldredge

    What if your relationship with God became less about trying hard, and more about receiving His love? In this episode, Ellen talks with Stasi Eldredge about moving from knowing about God to experiencing Him personally. They explore what spiritual maturity really looks like—and why growing closer to God isn't about doing more, but about learning to rest in His love. In this episode, you'll discover: Why spiritual maturity is about relationship, not performanceHow wounds and past experiences can shape the way you see GodWhat it means to experience God's love personallyHow to recognize false beliefs about who God isA simple practice for becoming still and aware of Jesus' presenceHow to begin asking God to reveal Himself to you more deeplyLearn more about Stasi and The Ladder of Love here! Scripture referenced: James 4:2 | John 17:20-23 | John 14:15 | 1 John 4:19 | Romans 8:28 | Philippians 1:6 | Ephesians 6:11 | 1 Peter 5:9 About Stasi Eldredge: wildatheart.org | Captivated Podcast | The Ladder of Love audiobook | Facebook | @stasieldredge Stasi's Bible study tools: NIV | Unlined journal | YouVersion 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn: 6 Choices to Live Free From Striving and Performance. Get yours here! Get your copy of the CSB Women's Study Bible here! Support the show YouTube channel ☕ Instagram  Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

  2. Oct 1 ·  Video

    What to Do When God Isn't Answering Your Prayers | Kaci Nicole Harlow

    You’ve prayed about it for months, maybe even years, and you’re starting to wonder if it's time to give up hope. We've been there too.  In this episode, Ellen sits down with Kaci Nicole Harlow to talk about the painful reality of waiting on God, and how to remain faithful with unanswered prayers. Kaci shares from her own long season of waiting for marriage and motherhood, offering biblical encouragement for anyone wrestling with disappointment, comparison, or questions about what God is doing. They discuss: How to keep trusting God when your prayers are going unansweredWhy God cares about who we’re becoming while we waitHow to resist comparing your journey to someone else’sWhy prayer matters for the waiting seasonWhat it looks like to be faithful with what God has made clear todayCheck out Kaci's new book, So Much Better: Daring To Trust God When You're Waiting, Impatient, and Expectant Scripture referenced: Hebrews 11:8-19 | 2 Timothy 2:13 | Philippians 4:6 | Deuteronomy 29:29 | 2 Corinthians 3:18 About Kaci Nicole: kacinicole.com | @kacinicole | So Much Better Bible Study Kaci's Bible study tools: ESV Single Column Journaling Bible | Mr. Pen Highlighters | Enduring Word App 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn: 6 Choices to Live Free From Striving and Performance. Get yours here! Get your copy of the CSB Women's Study Bible here! Support the show YouTube channel ☕ Instagram  Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

  3. Sep 24 ·  Video

    How to Grow Your Love for God's Word | Ashley Armijo

    Do you want to grow closer to God...but aren’t sure how to get more from your Bible study? In this episode, Ellen and Ashley dive into Psalm 119 and explore how studying God’s Word can deepen your relationship with Him. Together, they discuss: Why Psalm 119 is so deeply centered on loving God’s WordHow Scripture helps us know God and His characterWhat words like law, statutes, testimonies, and commandments meanPractical ways to study and pray through Psalm 119How theme tracing can help you understand ScriptureWhat to do when Bible study feels intimidating or confusingWhether you’re new to Bible study or looking for a fresh way to engage with Scripture, Psalm 119 offers encouragement to keep showing up, studying God’s Word, and growing in love for Him. Scripture referenced: Psalm 119 Resources mentioned: How to Pray the Psalms with Traci Crowley | BibleGateway Check out our new course! How Do I Grow Closer to God? In-Depth Psalm 119 Course 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn: 6 Choices to Live Free From Striving and Performance. Get yours here! Get your copy of the CSB Women's Study Bible here! Support the show YouTube channel ☕ Instagram  Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

    How to Grow Your Love for God's Word | Ashley Armijo

  4. Sep 17 ·  Video

    The Losses No One Talks About (and How to Let Yourself Grieve) | Nicole Langman

    Sudden sadness. Bursts of irritability. If that sounds familiar, you may be carrying grief you haven't recognized—and naming it is the first step toward bringing it to God, healing, and moving forward. In this conversation, Ellen and licensed therapist Nicole Langman explore the often-overlooked losses that can leave us grieving even when no one has died. Together, they discuss: Why we compare our pain to others—and why we don't have toHow grief can show up as anger, guilt, shame, or even reliefWhy joy and sorrow can exist at the same timeHow to recognize, name, and process the grief you're carryingWhat to do when you're asking God, “Why?”Practical ways to bring your grief to God and begin healingNicole also shares how Scripture and honest prayer can help us remember that God is near in our pain. This Isn't The Story I Wanted: Grieving the Life You Lost and Trusting the God Who Stays Scripture referenced: Psalm 56:8 | Psalm 18:6 | John 11:35 About Nicole: NicoleLangman.com | @_nicolelangman | Facebook Nicole's Bible study tools: ESV | Filament Bible | Transparent sticky notes | Logos (get a 60-day free trial with this link!) | BlueLetterBible.org | BibleProject.com 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn: 6 Choices to Live Free From Striving and Performance. Get yours here! Get your copy of the CSB Women's Study Bible here! Support the show YouTube channel ☕ Instagram  Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

  5. Sep 10 ·  Video

    An Eternal Perspective For Everyday Life | Jennifer Rothschild

    When life gets hard, the Bible doesn't give us easy comfort...it points us to eternity. Here's why that matters.  In this episode, Ellen Krause talks with Bible teacher and author Jennifer Rothschild—who has lived with blindness since age 15—about how the hope of eternal life shapes the way we live right now. Together, they discuss: Why heaven is more than a future promise and how it changes our lives todayCommon misconceptions Christians have about heaven and eternal lifeHow an eternal perspective can help us navigate suffering, grief, and disappointmentHow our longings, losses, and loves can point us toward ChristWhat it means to keep Jesus at the center of our hopeEncouragement for trusting God when He doesn’t change our circumstancesHeaven for Today: 60 Devotions on How the Life to Come Changes Your Life Right Now Scripture referenced: John 14 | 2 Cor. 5:8 | 1 Cor. 15:51 | Romans 8:18 | 2 Cor. 4:16-18 About Jennifer: JenniferRothschild.com | HeavenforToday.com | Facebook Jennifer's Bible study tools: NASB 1995 | NIV | YouVersion | Dwell Bible App | GotQuestions.org 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn: 6 Choices to Live Free From Striving and Performance. Get yours here! Get your copy of the CSB Women's Study Bible here! Support the show YouTube channel ☕ Instagram  Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

  6. Sep 3 ·  Video

    Living Wholeheartedly for God in Every Season | Cheryl Marshall

    How do you give God all of yourself when your days are filled with responsibilities, distractions, and discouragement? Cheryl Marshall joins Ellen Krause to offer an encouraging reminder from Romans 12:1-2.  Faithfulness to God doesn’t require big platforms or major accomplishments—it can happen right in the middle of your ordinary life. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why God’s mercy is the foundation of wholehearted devotionWhat it means to surrender your whole self to GodThree obstacles to spiritual growth: distraction, disobedience, and discouragementHow God’s sovereignty can strengthen you through painful seasonsHow renewing your mind with Scripture can deepen your relationship with GodSimple steps for pursuing greater faithfulness and wholehearted devotionGet your copy of All of Me: Pursuing A Life Wholly Devoted to God by Cheryl Marshall! 🎁 GIVEAWAY: enter for a chance to win a copy of Cheryl's book by leaving a comment and your email address through this link. Scripture referenced: Romans 12:1-2 | Romans 6:13 | 1 Corinthians 10:31 | 1 Corinthians 10:13 | Psalm 145:14-16 | Psalm 103 | Psalm 86:11 | 1 Corinthians 10:13 | 2 Corinthians 5:9 | 2 Corinthians 5:15 | 1 Corinthians 6:20 | Psalm 119 How to Pray When You Don't Have the Words | Traci Crowley About Cheryl: CherylMarshall.com | @_cherylmarshall | Whole Life Worship Podcast Cheryl's Bible study tools: John MacArthur Study Bible (NASB) | Leatherbound Journal | Logos (get a 60-day free trial with this link!) | BlueLetterBible.org 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn: 6 Choices to Live Free From Striving and Performance. Get yours here! Get your copy of the CSB Women's Study Bible here! Support the show YouTube channel ☕ Instagram  Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

  7. Aug 27 ·  Video

    Always Tired? What Sleep Can Teach You About Trusting God | Brett McCracken

    What if your exhaustion is revealing something deeper about you? The Gospel Coalition's Brett McCracken joins Ellen Krause to offer a fresh perspective on why God created us to rest—and what our need for sleep can teach us about surrender, trust, and dependence on Him. You’ll discover: Why sleep is a gift from God, not something to feel guilty aboutHow your need for rest can reveal your limits and desire for controlWhat science and Scripture teach us about dreamsHow sleep can become an act of trust and worshipWhat to do when exhaustion or sleeplessness is part of your current seasonHow our imperfect rest points us toward the perfect rest we have in ChristIf you’ve been running on empty or wondering, "why am I always tired?" this conversation will encourage you to see rest in a whole new way. Get your copy of Brett's new book, The Wisdom of Sleep, here! Win a free copy of Brett McCracken's new book! Enter by leaving a comment and your email address through this link. Scripture referenced: Psalm 127:1-2 | Psalm 121 | Hebrews 4:9  About Brett McCracken: BrettMcCracken.com | @bwmccracken | Substack Brett's Bible study tools: NIV | Moleskine journal | ESV.org 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn: 6 Choices to Live Free From Striving and Performance. Get yours here! Get your copy of the CSB Women's Study Bible here! Support the show YouTube channel ☕ Instagram  Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

  8. Aug 20 ·  Video

    Following God's Purpose For Your Life (& What the Women of Genesis Can Teach Us) | Paige Allen

    What if the things you’re doing every day—your work, your responsibilities, your relationships, even the parts no one else sees—matter far more than you realize?  Paige Allen joins Ellen Krause on the Coffee and Bible Time Podcast to share what the women of Genesis can teach us about recognizing God’s purpose in our lives and faithfully responding to what He’s asking of us today.  You’ll discover: God can work through ordinary faithfulness.Waiting isn’t wasted.You don’t have to see the whole story for your obedience to matter.Your “small” acts of faithfulness are part of something bigger.Your life can have eternal impact even when you can’t see the fruit yet.Check out Paige's new book, Matriarchs, here! Win a free copy of Paige Allen's new book! Enter by leaving a comment and your email address through this link. Scripture referenced: Exodus 3:6 | Genesis 24 | 1 Corinthians 1:27 | Luke 1:26-38 | Hebrews 10:23 | Genesis 23 About Paige Allen: PaigeAllen.net | @PaigeAllenTexas Paige's Bible Study tools: Large Print NLT | Journal | Pens | Logos (get a free trial here!) | Blue Letter Bible 💌 CLICK HERE TO SEND FAN MAIL Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Earn: 6 Choices to Live Free From Striving and Performance. Get yours here! Get your copy of the CSB Women's Study Bible here! Support the show YouTube channel ☕ Instagram  Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

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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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    Coffee and Bible Time
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
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