Dwell Differently

Dwell Differently

Natalie Abbott & Vera Schmitz

If you were our friend, and if we could look you in the eyes and see your struggles and know you fully, and if we could only give you ONE thing—we'd give you God’s Word. There is more power and love and truth in one verse than in a thousand other words. So, let us help you memorize God's words in a simple, easy way. We hope you'll love listening in while we chat about what our verse means, why it matters, and how it intersects with our daily lives. 

Living in and Living out Compassion // Natalie & Vera

Living in and Living out Compassion // Natalie & Vera

"When we think, 'But I'm too far away from God' or 'You don't understand what I've done or the shame that I carry around with me' or whatever it is... There is nothing so great that it can keep us from the compassion God has for us."— Natalie AbbottToday's Episode: How do we experience God's daily compassion for us? And how do we live it out? Thats what Dwell Differently co-founders and sisters, Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz, are talking about today. You'll hear about God's loyal and limitless

Feb 19, • 24:17

In Her Grief, God Was There // Phylicia Masonheimer

In Her Grief, God Was There // Phylicia Masonheimer

"God is just so kind. He's so patient. His heart is for his people. So in the midst of loss and grief—which he himself has experienced—he wants to be near us, even if that means we're beating our fists on his chest."— Phylicia MasonheimerToday's Episode: How do we navigate grief and loss? How do we find comfort and experience peace in difficult seasons? That's what Natalie is discussing with today's guest, Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia tells the story of 2024—one of the hardest years of her lif

Feb 12, • 38:44

Lamentations 3:22-23 Deep Dive // God's Compassion When We Messed Up

Lamentations 3:22-23 Deep Dive // God's Compassion When We Messed Up

"Somehow, God is still compassionate, God is still in love with his people, and he's still the rescuer, even when they are the ones who have turned away and have run after other things, and they have not listened and repented. So from that deep place of sadness and of judgement...to have a verse like this sprout out of it, is just absolutely beautiful."— Natalie AbbottToday's episode:  Natalie gives new insight on an often familiar verse about seeking the Lord when we're going through hard times

Feb 3, • 22:27

BONUS Q & A // Are Tattoos Sinful? and Other Questions

BONUS Q & A // Are Tattoos Sinful? and Other Questions

"Are tattoos wrong? Or rather, aren't tattoos wrong? We're going to look at the Bible and what it says about tattoos."— Natalie AbbottToday's episode: Listen in as Natalie answers our three most asked questions. Find out the value and purpose of memorizing just one Bible verse each month. Learn about the different Bible translations and why Dwell Differently uses the version they do. And finally, find out what the Bible says about tattoos.    This month's memory verse: “I press on toward the goa

Jan 29, • 20:39

Speaking of Heaven // Jennifer Rothschild

Speaking of Heaven // Jennifer Rothschild

"Sometimes we think, 'when I get to heaven someday, then I'll get to meet Jesus, and it's going go be this glorious introduction.' No the reality is that it should be a glorious reunion because we walk with him so much now...that when we get to heaven someday, it'll be like we're embraced by the one we've known our whole life."— Jennifer Rothschild Today's Episode: Want to know more about heaven? Listen in on one of Natalie's favorite conver

Jan 23, • 38:47

Jesus Is the Goal, Jesus Is the Prize // Natalie & Vera

Jesus Is the Goal, Jesus Is the Prize // Natalie & Vera

"What if Jesus doesn’t want anything from you? What if instead, he just wants to be closer to you?"— Natalie AbbottToday's Episode: What does it look like when Jesus is your life goal? How do we live that out? That's what sisters and Dwell Differently Co-founders Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz are talking about on today's episode. Listen in as they share how they've worked to set small goals and create habits to make Jesus the ultimate goal in their lives. This mon

Jan 15, • 27:11

Create Counter-Habits // Justin Whitmel Earley

Create Counter-Habits // Justin Whitmel Earley

"So these became for me my rule of life: I'm going to do Scripture before phone. I'm going to do at least one communal meal a day. I'm going to turn my phone off for at least one hour each evening. And these were counter-liturgies to the habits I already had." Today's Episode: Listen in as Natalie talks all things "habits" with author and expert, Justin Whitlmel Earley. He tells us that we don't stop bad habits, but replace them with better habits. He

Jan 8, • 44:23

Philippians 3:14 Deep Dive // What Do You Stand to Gain?

Philippians 3:14 Deep Dive // What Do You Stand to Gain?

"All the gains—gaining Christ, being found in him, eternity with him—all of that, even suffering is on one side of the balance and all of our earthly, temporal gains are on the other side of the balance. Which one is the better deal? Would you make that trade?"— Natalie AbbottToday's episode: Have you ever made a trade where you were the big winner? In today's teaching episode, Natalie Abbott helps us see how in Christ we gain everything. The questions she asks again and agai

Jan 1, • 25:48

Step Out Into the Light // Felicity Carswell

Step Out Into the Light // Felicity Carswell

"It was my instinctive reaction to run back into the darkness...Whereas the more I know Jesus—the more I am in the Word, the more I am running towards the light—the more this life that God has given me just makes sense."— Felicity Carswell Today's Episode: Today we're talking about the light and life of Jesus with Felicity Carswell.  Felicity talks about the scary reality of being exposed by the light of Jesus and yet the forgiveness that we always find there. She shares abou

Dec 23, 2024 • 37:09

Lord, Wake Me Up!

Lord, Wake Me Up!

"I wrote in [my journal] to the Lord, 'Would you wake me up?' I wanna be awake. I want this verse to be real—that I would live a life of light, and that I would believe that Jesus is my life, and that I would be compelled to share it with others...I want to go out there and tell people about Jesus, but I was walking around like a dead person, weak and afraid of what it might mean if I wrote in [my journal], 'Wake me up.'"— Vera Schmitz Today's Episode: Today&ap

Dec 18, 2024 • 24:34

Light Always Wins // Tara-Leigh Cobble

Light Always Wins // Tara-Leigh Cobble

"You can't gather up a bunch of darkness and put out a candle. But you bring in one candle, and it always beats the dark. Light is always stronger. Light always wins."— Tara-Leigh Cobble Today's Episode: Do you need to be reminded that the light of Jesus always wins over every dark thing? Then this is the episode for you! Listen in as Tara-Leigh Cobble and Natalie bring encouragement, biblical teaching, and hones, practical dialogue about the abundant life we can experience w

Dec 11, 2024 • 31:14

John 1:4 Deep Dive // The Light of All Mankind

John 1:4 Deep Dive // The Light of All Mankind

"When the light of Jesus comes on in our dark hearts, the darkness must flee!"— Natalie AbbottToday's episode: We want life—real life, lasting life, full life—and this is precisely what what Jesus offers us! Listen in as Natalie Abbott unpacks the metaphors Jesus uses to explain the life he wants to give us. She narrows in on the metaphor of light, helping us see what it communicates about eternal life, victory over sin and death, and the beauty of the Christian life.  This is the

Dec 2, 2024 • 23:33

The Solid Rock of God's Love and Faithfulness // Carlos Smith

The Solid Rock of God's Love and Faithfulness // Carlos Smith

"Our feelings are important. But at the same time, we can't hang all of the weight of our being and our confidence on that, because they're going to vacillate, man. We've got to have something that's rock solid. And that's the Word of God. That's the presence of God." —Carlos SmithToday's Episode: Natalie is chatting with Vera's pastor, Dr. Carlos Smith. It's such a great episode about the love and faithfulness of God. Listen in as they disc

Nov 27, 2024 • 43:07

You Can't Earn OR Lose God's Love

You Can't Earn OR Lose God's Love

The everlasting love of God frees us from the fear of messing up and from hiding away from him when we do mess up (which is constantly). He's always that warm and loving Father who...even though your "wrecked the car"...says, "I am going to pay for that. My arms are open wide and I will love you regardless."— Natalie AbbottToday's Episode: Do you ever try to earn God's love for you? Or do you doubt his love when you mess up? Well, here's the best news, God

Nov 20, 2024 • 26:14

All the Time, God is Good // Tina Boesch

All the Time, God is Good // Tina Boesch

"The reality is, we see God's goodness all the time—when we wake up in the morning and there's light streaming in through the window and the rains fall and water the earth—there are these things that are happening all the time that we can miss that are displays of God's goodness and his sustaining grace."— Tina Boesch Today's Episode: You won't want to miss today's episode about the amazing goodness of our God! Listen in as Tina Boesch and Natalie share pe

Nov 13, 2024 • 49:41

Psalm 100:5 Deep Dive // God, Help Me Praise You!

Psalm 100:5 Deep Dive // God, Help Me Praise You!

"All of this praise is built on the foundational bedrock of who God is."— Natalie AbbottToday's episode: Has your praise ever felt hollow or empty? On today's episode, Dwell Differently cofounder Natalie Abbott shares about how she initially felt "meh" reading Psalm 100 and our memory verse. She shares how God met her in confessional prayer and used his Word to transform her heart and help her honestly say those words of praise. She also helps us see how God himself

Nov 4, 2024 • 25:43

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 6 //Courtney Doctor & Hunter Beless -  Finding a Mentor

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 6 //Courtney Doctor & Hunter Beless - Finding a Mentor

"Everybody has a 'yes' they can give [to mentor someone]. Give up your time for the good of someone else, then you will...also grow in it."— Courtney Doctor Today's Episode: What does a mentoring relationship really look like? Today Courtney Doctor and Hunter Beless are pulling back the curtain of their mentoring relationship. They are real and deep and rooted in the Word. And they are fun and practical and hilarious, and you won't want the conversation to end! We h

Oct 30, 2024 • 44:00

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep.5 // Elizabeth Woodson - Right Thinking

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep.5 // Elizabeth Woodson - Right Thinking

"We have been formed by the world...and we have to be reformed by the way of truth."— Elizabeth WoodsonToday's Episode: The world has so much impact on our thought life—on how we think about ourselves, about what matters, about who God is—and so often we just passively allow the world to form us. On this episode, Elizabeth Woodson is urging us not to just passively or thoughtlessly receive what the world is dishing out, but to actively take in God's Word and reform our thinki

Oct 30, 2024 • 37:15

BONUS EPISODE: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 4 // Melissa Spoelstra - Finding Peace

BONUS EPISODE: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 4 // Melissa Spoelstra - Finding Peace

"I can actually hold on to peace and grief at the same time. I can hold on to peace and disappointment at the same time. I can savor the peace that Jesus offers me because of who he is, not because of what is going on in my life."— Melissa SpoelstraToday's Episode: Looking for real and lasting peace—peace that isn't dependent on perfect outcomes or shifting circumstances? Then stop right here and take a listen. Today Natalie and Vera are chatting with Melissa Spoelstra about

Oct 30, 2024 • 35:13

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 3 // Debra Fileta - The Anxiety Exchange

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 3 // Debra Fileta - The Anxiety Exchange

"When you feel anxious, your body is sending you this signal. Don't just sit in that. Respond. Do something about it. Go to prayer; ask God to help you realign your mindset...Give him the burdens. Go to this quiet special place and start to adjust and recalibrate and do things differently. And when you leave that place, you will be filled with the peace of God."— Debra FiletaToday's Episode: Debra Fileta wants you to take good care of your soul. In today's episode she he

Oct 23, 2024 • 35:13

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 2 // Jeannie Cunnion - Get Closer to God

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 2 // Jeannie Cunnion - Get Closer to God

"It grieves me that so many women and men struggle to experience God's presence...Somehow the enemy has fooled us into believing that enjoying [God's] presence, experiencing his presence, hearing his voice, being led by his Spirit, is something that they somehow haven't figured out the formula for."— Jeannie CunnionToday's Episode: Jeannie Cunnion is convinced that God's purpose for you is to enjoy his presence. On today's episode, she shares how God goes

Oct 23, 2024 • 35:23

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 1 // Melissa Kruger - Experience Real Joy

BONUS SERIES: Dwell on These Things, Ep. 1 // Melissa Kruger - Experience Real Joy

"In the midst of a world that's not right, we drink from the well—which is Christ—and we have refreshment in a dry and weary land."— Melissa KrugerToday's Episode: How do we find joy? Real, deep joy in joyless circumstances, in dry seasons or dark places? On today's episode, Melissa Kruger walks us through the journey of finding joy. Spoiler alert: joy isn't discovered or mustered, it's given to us when we abide in Jesus. He is the source of all safe and solid

Oct 23, 2024 • 37:06

Revelation Doesn't Have to Be Scary // Jen Wilkin

Revelation Doesn't Have to Be Scary // Jen Wilkin

"Whatever is going to happen—whatever the literal next things are that happen in my life—this symbolic vision of God means that in the end, it's going to be alright. I can trust the God who made time to steward time all the way to its conclusion." — Jen WilkinToday's Episode: Does the book of Revelation intimidate you? Maybe even scare you a little? Or do you wonder how it could relate to your life in the slightest? On today's episode, Jen Wilkin acknowledges the scary a

Oct 16, 2024 • 45:19

Transformed by Scripture Memory // Elizabeth Hyndman

Transformed by Scripture Memory // Elizabeth Hyndman

"When I start to feel anxious about something, I have trained myself to be like, 'What is true? Is this true? Is this thing that you're worrying about...is it true?' And then going to the other passages of Scripture that I have memorized or that I'm familiar with and thinking, 'Okay, what is true? What is true is that God is good. What is true is that God fulfills all of his promises.'" — Elizabeth HyndmanToday's Episode: We are co-releasing today&apo

Oct 7, 2024 • 39:50

Revelation 4:8b Deep Dive // A Peek into Heaven

Revelation 4:8b Deep Dive // A Peek into Heaven

"Right now we can join in that worship and sing out with those angels, 'Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come.'" — Natalie AbbottToday's episode: Natalie is talking about Revelation 4:8b, which tells us, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who is, and was and is to come." It's a peek into the throne room of God and the perpetual worship of his heavenly creatures. Natalie walks us through what this verse tells us

Oct 2, 2024 • 22:54

Why Am I Suffering? // Vaneetha Risner

Why Am I Suffering? // Vaneetha Risner

"When you realize God meets us in the pit, that's a way that we can really glorify God, not for what he does, but for who he is." — Vaneetha RisnerToday's Episode: So often in our suffering we ask this question, "If God loves me, why did this happen?" On today's episode, Vaneetha Risner (who is no stranger to suffering), encourages us to ask a different question. She reminds us that we are loved by God and therefore should ask, "Because God loves me, why d

Sep 25, 2024 • 41:25

Faithful Because...

Faithful Because...

"I just want to be faithful because he is so faithful." — Vera SchmitzToday's Episode: How do you hold on to hope? That's what Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz are talking about on today's episode. They discuss how easy it can be to lose hope when our hope is placed in our circumstances, our tendency to slowly drift away from God, and his faithfulness to forgive us and restore us when we return to him. They also give us two practical tips for how we can remain faithful ov

Sep 18, 2024 • 23:52

Pivot with Purpose and Hope // Katherine Wolf

Pivot with Purpose and Hope // Katherine Wolf

"I also give myself permission to dream new dreams for my life and to not be wedded to the dreams from when I was a child...I have the ability to pivot into the story that God is writing and not be insistent on a story that's no longer available...God is on the move in this story right in front of my nose if I have eves to see that." — Katherine WolfToday's Episode: Everything doesn't always work out the way we hope it will. Certainly, Katherine Wolf's life didn&apo

Sep 11, 2024 • 38:04

Hebrews 10:23 Deep Dive // Jesus, Our Best Hope

Hebrews 10:23 Deep Dive // Jesus, Our Best Hope

"This is the hope that we long for: the throne room of God himself. It is a better country, a heavenly one. It is the place we belong. And you have been invited in." — Natalie AbbottToday's Episode: Jesus is our best hope. In him, we've been given access to God the Father. And because this is true, it should profoundly affect our lives. Listen today as Natalie Abbott teaches us how our theology (or what we believe about Jesus) has practical implications for how we live. Hear

Sep 2, 2024 • 21:54

Truth When You're Anxious

Truth When You're Anxious

"Whatever you're anxious about, it's real. Don't feel dumb or ashamed because other people don't deal with the thing you're dealing with in the same way that you're dealing with it." — Vera SchmitzOn today's episode:  All month long we've been considering the perfect peace of God. And today, we're going to get practical and look at how we can fight for peace when we're anxious by using God's Word. Anxiety is something Vera has stru

Aug 28, 2024 • 15:03

Creating Habits of Peace

Creating Habits of Peace

"The promise of the peace of God is so much greater than we can even comprehend. And the beauty of that promise and the culmination of that promise is the very thing our hearts long for." — Natalie AbbottOn Today's Episode: How do we find the peace of God in all circumstances, in our difficult things and in our mundane everyday lives? That's what Dwell Co-founders and sisters Vera Schmitz and Natalie Abbott are discussing today. They talk about their own experiences of God&ap

Aug 21, 2024 • 23:20

Secrets, Panic, Anxiety, and Being Set Free  // Scarlet Hiltibidal

Secrets, Panic, Anxiety, and Being Set Free // Scarlet Hiltibidal

"I was a Christian hiding this secret. "— Scarlet HiltibidalToday's Episode: Have you ever been eaten up with anxiety? Have you ever found yourself all in a panic? Or have you held on tight to a secret struggle and felt like everything would fall apart if anyone found you out? If so, you're not alone. Scarlet Hiltibidal is a mom, pastor's wife, author, speaker, and someone who struggles with anxiety and panic. She used to try desperately to be perfect and to hide her str

Aug 14, 2024 • 38:35

Isaiah 26:3 Deep Dive // Peace Then, Now, and Forever

Isaiah 26:3 Deep Dive // Peace Then, Now, and Forever

“God is the worker of salvation. God is the one who has done everything for us. And his salvation is good, and it is on offer for all of us.” — Natalie AbbottWe all want peace. We need peace! And our verse this month promises just that! It's the very thing God wants to give us and all people for all time. In today's teaching episode, Natalie Abbott shows us how this big promise of peace in our verse is even bigger than it seems at first glance. She helps us understand how God's pr

Aug 5, 2024 • 25:14

God, If You're There... Natalie's Story

God, If You're There... Natalie's Story

“I went on this quest where I was like, if there is a God, I guess I should give him a fair shake (or her or them). So I started praying every night...'God if you're there, show me who you are.'" — Natalie AbbottIf you've been praying for someone who is far off from God, let this episode be an encouragement to you. Natalie Abbott (Dwell Differently Co-founder) shares her own story of how God transformed her life—bringing light into darkness and life where there was death

Jul 31, 2024 • 20:01

Jesus Paid It All // Rachelle Starr

Jesus Paid It All // Rachelle Starr

"If we believed that Jesus only died for a few of our sins, we'd still be living as captive people. But when I first understood that God remembers no more and when he sees me he sees Jesus—that changed everything about how I live, what I believe about the power of the Gospel, and what I share with people."— Rachelle StarrThe blood of Jesus is enough to cover every sin—no sin is too big or too insignificant for him to forgive. He paid the full price for everyone who trusts in his s

Jul 24, 2024 • 33:19

Condemnation or Conviction? And How to Tell the Difference

Condemnation or Conviction? And How to Tell the Difference

"The narrative that Satan tells us is that we're unforgiven, we're unforgivable, we're steeped in this, there's no way out. And when you feel that way, that's condemnation. And my encouragement is when you hear those voices that you would respond with what is true—you would respond with some of the verses that we've memorized like...'As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.'" —Natalie AbbottToday&apos

Jul 17, 2024 • 26:18

God Belongs in Prison // Jake Bodine

God Belongs in Prison // Jake Bodine

“No matter what you've done or where you've come from there is a God in heaven that loves you. And he wants to have a relationship with you."— Jake BodineThis month we're focusing on the radical, endless love and forgiveness God offers sinners. Today we're seeing that love and forgiveness through the lens of prison inmates. Jake Bodine, founder of God Behind Bars, shares about the revival happening behind prison walls—inmates all over the country are experiencing the pro

Jul 10, 2024 • 35:31

Psalm 103:12 Deep Dive // You Don’t Have to Carry That Around Anymore

Psalm 103:12 Deep Dive // You Don’t Have to Carry That Around Anymore

“If you are walking around right now carrying a heavy burden of shame and guilt, and you feel like there is no way God could forgive you, you are wrong…that sin has already been paid for by the blood of Christ.” — Natalie AbbottOur verse this month is a message we all need to hear again and again. Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she unpacks the truth of what God has done for his people and the total forgiveness available because of Christ. As Natalie walks through the br

Jul 3, 2024 • 18:21

Throwback!!! How a Simple Act of Generosity Can Change a Life // Jonathan Almonte

Throwback!!! How a Simple Act of Generosity Can Change a Life // Jonathan Almonte

Today we're resharing one of our most inspiring episodes about how God uses ordinary people to make an extraordinary impact. You won't want to miss hearing Jonathan Almonte’s story. He was born into poverty in the Dominican Republic with no education and no prospects. But God changed the trajectory of his life entirely when a 20-something from Michigan decided to sponsor a Compassion child (Jonathan) instead of buying a new car. So the question we're asking today is this: How can

Jun 26, 2024 • 27:28

Do You Practice True Religion?

Do You Practice True Religion?

“Are the actions plugged into faith, or are they unplugged? What are we operating out of? Are we operating out of a duty to do these things because that's the right thing to do? Or are we plugged into faith and motivated by the love God has for us to do the things we're called to do?" — Vera SchmitzWhat's the difference between false religiosity and true religion? That's the question that Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz, sisters and co-founders of Dwell Differently, are

Jun 19, 2024 • 25:05

Make an Impact, One Person at a Time // Jenny McGee

Make an Impact, One Person at a Time // Jenny McGee

“I would just encourage people to step out and love those people in front of you...you're just trying to impact one by one. And that's all that any of us can do.” — Jenny McGeeJoin Natalie Abbott as she talks with Jenny McGee, founder of Starfish Project. They talk about Jenny's specific calling to help exploited and trafficked women and girls find freedom, independence, and meaningful work. They discuss the importance of helping just one person at a time and the calling we all ha

Jun 12, 2024 • 32:48

James 1:27 Deep Dive // Take the Ice Plunge of Obedience

James 1:27 Deep Dive // Take the Ice Plunge of Obedience

“God has done so much for us in Christ Jesus, and it is beautiful and it is wonderful, and it should change the way we live out our faith—both externally and internally."— Natalie AbbottToday, Natalie Abbott talks about how the book of James is like an ice plunge—a wake-up call for us to live out our faith. And James 1:27 (our memory verse) is where the rubber meets the road, calling us to consider both the external and internal expression of our beliefs. She discusses who modern-day orphan

Jun 5, 2024 • 20:10

God's Word: The Off-Ramp We Need for Negative Thinking

God's Word: The Off-Ramp We Need for Negative Thinking

"These are not just good words, these are powerful, true, universe-creating words that you are speaking into your soul...these words have the power to completely transform your life. We believe that. We've experienced that." — Vera SchmitzOn today's episode, Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz are talking about their new book Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thinking with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God's Truth.  They discuss how sometimes we get stuck in thought p

May 29, 2024 • 25:07

Let God’s Word Be the Thing That Remains // Courtney Doctor

Let God’s Word Be the Thing That Remains // Courtney Doctor

“The words that we speak simply are revealing what’s already there—they’re not making it, they’re not creating it, they’re just the thing that spills over.” — Courtney DoctorJoin Natalie Abbott and Courtney Doctor as they discuss how what we say reveals what’s going on inside us, how seeing the ugliness within us come out can sometimes be a gift, and how Jesus enables us to be people with transformed hearts and good that spills out. God himself is our ultimate good and the one who bears good fru

May 22, 2024 • 35:10

What Are You Consuming?

What Are You Consuming?

“Memorizing Scripture…actually stores up the good thing in my heart. The only good things I have are from the Lord. The only good in me is from the Lord….Any goodness that I perform or any kindness that I have first comes from a truth that I’m believing about God or about myself.” — Vera SchmitzWhat are you filling your mind and heart with these days? Join Vera Schmitz and Natalie Abbott, sisters and co-founders of Dwell Differently, as they talk honestly about their own struggles, encouraging u

May 15, 2024 • 23:05

God's Word Pulled Me Through // Jennifer Dukes Lee

God's Word Pulled Me Through // Jennifer Dukes Lee

“We have that ability—we can take God’s Word and when it’s ingrained in us we can just take it and pick it up and pray it over ourselves and pray it over our loved ones.” — Jennifer Dukes LeeToday, Jennifer Dukes Lee joins Natalie Abbott to talk about Luke 6:45a, and you won't want to miss it. Jennifer talks vulnerably about how God has met and sustained her and her family  in hard seasons through his Word. She encourages us to love our future selves by investing right now in knowing and lo

May 8, 2024 • 38:05

Luke 6:45a Deep Dive // It's Time to Take Inventory

Luke 6:45a Deep Dive // It's Time to Take Inventory

“What you store up in your heart—either good or bad—has a real effect in your life. And the good things that come out of your heart, or the bad things, are the result of what you’re putting inside of you. So here’s the thing: we can know what’s going on inside of us by evaluating what’s coming out of us.” — Natalie AbbottHave you ever said something and been shocked by what came out of your mouth, or maybe even how you said it? Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she unpacks

May 1, 2024 • 20:24

How to Share Your Faith // Mike Grenier

How to Share Your Faith // Mike Grenier

“God invites us to participate in what we’re seeing there in Ezekiel 36 and 37. It’s not that we’re making this heart of stone into a heart of flesh—God’s the actor. It’s not that we’re making these dry bones come alive—God’s doing that. But he invites us to be a part of that. That is an incredible privilege and it’s exciting.” — Mike GrenierIf you're honest, do you ever feel like you should want to share the gospel more than you do, or that you just don't quite know how to talk about

Apr 24, 2024 • 39:27

Vera's Salvation Story

Vera's Salvation Story

“When you get to the end of yourself and you’re truly honest with yourself, and then you hear this, and you hear that God comes right then with the promises, ‘I’ll give you a new heart and put my spirit in you,’ that is so good.” — Vera SchmitzWe can be tempted to think we just need to be “cleaned up” before coming to Jesus, but our verse this month helps us see the amazing truth about a God who does far more than just clean things up—he brings dead things to life. Join Vera Schmitz and Natalie

Apr 17, 2024 • 21:13

True Transformation // Nicole Zasowski

True Transformation // Nicole Zasowski

"The very thing that we most deeply need as human beings we can’t actually do for ourselves. It’s the work of God in us.” — Natalie AbbottWhat do you do when you find yourself not caring spiritually, when your heart feels cold toward God? What does it look like to have a heart that is soft toward the Lord? Join Natalie Abbott and Nicole Zasowski as they dig into how Ezekiel 36:26 continues to impact the lives of God’s people. They share practical hope for what to do when our hearts feel cal

Apr 10, 2024 • 36:26

Ezekiel 36:26 Deep Dive // This Verse Has Been Following Me Around

Ezekiel 36:26 Deep Dive // This Verse Has Been Following Me Around

“God has given us his own Spirit, and that’s how as believers we are able, by the power of the Holy Spirit, to follow him and to do what is right. But so often, we don’t. And that’s where this verse has been following me around. This verse has been convicting my heart where it’s hard and convicting my spirit where it’s unwilling and not wanting to follow the Holy Spirit who is in me and to listen to his voice and his guidance.” — Natalie AbbottHave you ever read a Bible verse that just keeps rin

Apr 3, 2024 • 18:43

The Beauty We're Longing For // Jason Abbott

The Beauty We're Longing For // Jason Abbott

“We have a God who first loved us…and sacrificed for us and served us, and that’s a beautiful, beautiful thing." — Jason AbbottThis month’s verse raises so many questions: Why is Jesus able to be a ransom for us? What does this verse teach us about the kingdom of God? How does our servant-King’s example impact the way we live our lives? What should I do when I know the right way to serve and love others but just don’t want to? Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, and her hu

Mar 27, 2024 • 34:03

Are You Keeping a Scorecard?

Are You Keeping a Scorecard?

“If we make Christ greater, then we are thinking of ourselves less…I just want my life to be about Christ…it’s Christ above all, Christ greatest, Christ more. That’s what I want. And so I think that if that is true of me, then service out of that is easier and also I stop vying for position and rank and approval.” — Vera SchmitzDo you tend to keep a scorecard when it comes to serving others? Our verse this month, Mark 10:45, helps us reframe what serving like Jesus really means—especially when w

Mar 20, 2024 • 21:02

Flipping Greatness on Its Head // Caroline Saunders

Flipping Greatness on Its Head // Caroline Saunders

“Jesus is trying to flip everything you expect upside down so that you can see him as he actually is.” — Caroline SaundersCaroline Saunders joins Dwell Differently’s Natalie Abbott for a super honest conversation about what greatness really is, how to explain the truth of this month’s memory verse to a 10-year-old, what a ransom is, and more. You won't want to miss the practical implications and encouragement they share, helping us serve others like our Savior has served us!This month’s mem

Mar 13, 2024 • 38:46

Mark 10:45 Deep Dive // What Do You Really Want Jesus to Do for You?

Mark 10:45 Deep Dive // What Do You Really Want Jesus to Do for You?

“He came to serve us because we are actually incapable of doing the thing that we most desperately need, which is to be made right before God.” — Natalie AbbottHow would you answer the question Jesus asks twice in Mark 10: “What do you want me to do for you?”? If you’re anything like us, you may wrestle with what you think that answer should be and what it really is. Join Natalie Abbott to learn more about the context of this month’s memory verse, Mark 10:45, and to see what these three interact

Mar 6, 2024 • 20:32

Who's in Control? // Joanna Kimbrel

Who's in Control? // Joanna Kimbrel

When it comes to control, we often tend to fell like we have it all under control or like everything is spinning out of control. Our verse this month tells us neither is true. Jesus is the one who is in control. On todays episode our guest, Joanna Kimbrel, shares just how easy it is for us to live under the illusion of our self control, asking Natalie if she's been reading her journal. And she also shares specific times when she felt like everything feels out of control. Joanna tells us why

Feb 28, 2024 • 42:49

This Brings Peace

This Brings Peace

“He sees everything, and there is a peace that comes when you remind yourself of how big and capable he is to hold all things together.” — Vera SchmitzWhat do you do when peace feels elusive and all the plates that are spinning feel like they’re about to crash? Join Dwell Differently co-founders and sisters, Vera Schmitz and Natalie Abbott, as they talk about times they’ve felt a lack of control in their lives, share how praying the Lord’s Prayer has been so formative, and invite us to give the

Feb 21, 2024 • 19:51

When You're Brought to the End of Yourself // Jen Oshman

When You're Brought to the End of Yourself // Jen Oshman

“But the Lord, I believe, in his mercy brought me to the end of myself and just said, ‘Actually, Jen, you can’t do it all. You are not self made. You are not self-sufficient. I made you—and I made you for me. And that’s where you’re going to find peace.’” — Jen OshmanWhat do you do when overwhelm strikes? Or when you find yourself in a place of relying only on your own efforts and self-sufficiency? Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, and Jen Oshman as they talk about what to do

Feb 14, 2024 • 34:36

Colossians 1:17 Deep Dive // Jesus Is Holding It All Together

Colossians 1:17 Deep Dive // Jesus Is Holding It All Together

If you've ever felt like everything depends on you (maybe you even feel that way right now), like you're the one holding it all together, then today's message is for you! Here is the good news: everything does not depend on you, you are not the one holding it all together. Jesus is.  He made, sustains, and will redeems all things. And this is exactly the reminder our weary souls need. On today's episode, Natalie Abbott takes us to God's Word to help us see the beautiful

Feb 7, 2024 • 17:14

Set Free from Fear, Control & Busyness (One of Our Most Helpful Episodes!)

Set Free from Fear, Control & Busyness (One of Our Most Helpful Episodes!)

Have you ever struggled with fear, control, or busyness? Who doesn't?! We wanted to revisit this topic today by sharing one of our all-time most helpful episodes (first released in August 2022). Dwell Differently co-founder Vera Schmitz shares how memorizing specific truths from God's Word has helped set her free from these struggles in her own life. She relates how the truth about God's transcendent peace in Philippians 4:6–7 has helped her in anxious moments. She shares how Exod

Jan 31, 2024 • 9:16

God's Purpose in Your Pain // Kristen Wetherell

God's Purpose in Your Pain // Kristen Wetherell

What is God's purpose for us in our pain and suffering? How do we walk through our trials in faithful prayer and even joy? In this episode, Kristen Wetherell answers these questions with vulnerable honesty. Kristen is a pastor's wife, busy mom of three, author, speaker, and she also suffers from chronic pain.  In our conversation today, she helps us see how knowing God in his Word is absolutely essential—it's the lens through which all of life makes sense, especially in our suffer

Jan 24, 2024 • 33:20

How Do We Live This Out?

How Do We Live This Out?

Our verse this month is Romans 12:12: "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." How in the world do we live like this? How do we have joy in our unrealized hopes? How do we patiently endure hardship? How do we faithfully pray in all of it? On today's episode, Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz wrestle through how they try (and often fail) to live like this, pointing us to the foundation and source of our joy, patience, and faithfulness: Jesus.  This month’s memo

Jan 17, 2024 • 23:49

When I Don't Know What to Pray // Andrew Peterson & Doug McKelvey

When I Don't Know What to Pray // Andrew Peterson & Doug McKelvey

Have you ever wanted to pray but couldn't find the words? In today's episode, Natalie talks with Andrew Peterson and Doug McKelvey about prayer—how we find time to pray in the midst of our lives, how we find words to pray when words are elusive, and how God wants to meet us in all of our emotions and situations with himself.  This month’s memory verse: "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer " — Romans 12:12Today's Dwell guests: Andrew Peterson is a

Jan 10, 2024 • 42:36

Romans 12:12 Deep Dive // How to Wait Well

Romans 12:12 Deep Dive // How to Wait Well

Are you good at waiting? Do you want to be? Our verse this month is all about waiting well. In it, we're encouraged to be joyful and patient and faithful in the unrealized and even difficult parts of our lives. But how do we do that? Tune in as Natalie Abbott walks us through the book of Romans, looking at the themes we see in Romans 12:12, and pointing us to the God in whom we can have confidence while we wait.This month’s memory verse: "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faith

Jan 3, 2024 • 20:43

2023 Wrap Up and 2024 Sneak Peek

2023 Wrap Up and 2024 Sneak Peek

Join Vera and Natalie, sisters and Dwell Differently co-founders, as they look back at 2023 and take a sneak peak into some exciting updates for Dwell Differently in 2024. They talk about which verses impacted them the most, their favorite podcast guests of the year, and what they're looking forward to in the new year!This month’s memory verse: "But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.

Dec 27, 2023 • 26:15

Discover Everything You Long For // Tara-Leigh Cobble

Discover Everything You Long For // Tara-Leigh Cobble

Tara-Leigh Cobble is convinced that everything we long for in life is found in knowing God and reading his Word—but she didn't always feel that way. In today's episode, she shares with Natalie Abbot her own story of how God moved her from a place of not wanting to read the Bible to actually loving it. She talks about being surprised and encouraged by some totally weird parts of the Bible, and shares about her passionate commitment to helping people understand the Bible on The Bible Rec

Dec 22, 2023 • 35:01

Jesus’s Perfection = Our Freedom

Jesus’s Perfection = Our Freedom

Do you feel like you have to get everything right all of the time? On today's episode, Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz talk about the freedom Jesus offers us when we trust in his perfection instead of relying on our own performance. Vera shares honestly about her regular struggle of trying to prove her worth and how verses like Titus 3:4–5a help her refocus on the truth of Christ throughout her day. There's so much encouragement and practical advice in this episode not just for perfect

Dec 20, 2023 • 22:24

The Impact of Memorizing Scripture // Randall Goodgame

The Impact of Memorizing Scripture // Randall Goodgame

Randall Goodgame of Slugs and Bugs joins Natalie Abbott to talk about how memorizing Scripture has impacted his life. They dig into how he found freedom in pointing his kids to Jesus as a dad, the mercy and kindness of God in Titus 3:4–5a, and the ministry the Lord has given him to help families have fun and learn Scripture together!This month’s memory verse: "But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of

Dec 13, 2023 • 33:29

Titus 3:4–5a Deep Dive // The Christmas Message You Need to Hear

Titus 3:4–5a Deep Dive // The Christmas Message You Need to Hear

If you’re feeling overwhelmed with all the Christmas things, this episode is for YOU today! Listen in as Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, walks us through the context of this month’s memory verses, highlighting 3 things from the book of Titus: who we were, who we are, and being who we are. Jesus came—and he came for us. This is the kindness and love of God our Savior. This is "good tidings of great joy" for all people!This month’s memory verse: "But when the kindne

Dec 6, 2023 • 13:12

Dads Who Dwell Differently // Jerrad Lopes and Matt Schmitz

Dads Who Dwell Differently // Jerrad Lopes and Matt Schmitz

Tune into this raw conversation between Jarred Lopes of Dad Tired and Matt Schmitz (husband of Dwell Differently co-founder Vera Schmitz) as they offer real encouragement and hope for dads who want to find their identity in Jesus, be spiritual leaders in their homes, and walk in the freedom of the gospel. And for any men who long to live like this, but don’t (and for the women who love them), don’t miss the end of the episode where Jarred shares the miraculous story of how God rescued him out of

Nov 29, 2023 • 27:11

How Do I Know If Jesus Is My Treasure?

How Do I Know If Jesus Is My Treasure?

Vera Schmitz brings us a heart check-up today: If we truly take inventory, are we just wanting the blessings of God, or are we wanting God himself? Tune in to hear a powerful quote from John Piper, the story of Vera’s battle with anxiety and what she learned in that season, and some helpful questions to evaluate what your heart is truly treasuring today. This month’s memory verse: "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." — Matthew 6:21Memorize Scripture with us: Fin

Nov 22, 2023 • 8:52

Is Your Heart in Danger?

Is Your Heart in Danger?

Do you find yourself more afraid of losing earthly treasure than your spiritual health? Ouch. If we’re honest, we all find ourselves there sometimes, and today Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz want to help us reorient our hearts toward our greatest treasure: Jesus Christ. Tune in to hear them talk about the story behind this month’s verse design, an antidote to worry, and an encouragement to ask God to help us all treasure him first.This month’s memory verse: "For where your treasure is, the

Nov 15, 2023 • 23:01

What Are You Chasing After? // Jerrad Lopes

What Are You Chasing After? // Jerrad Lopes

What comes to mind when you think of “treasure”? More importantly, what does Jesus say about it? Join Jerrad Lopes, founder of Dad Tired, and Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently as they dig into our memory verse for the month: Matthew 6:21. They take a look at the context of our verse, dig into what the Bible has to say about treasure and blessing, and share honestly about ways they are convicted by God’s call to treasure him more than any earthly thing. We hope you’ll be heartened b

Nov 8, 2023 • 34:26

Matthew 6:21 Deep Dive // The Safe Place for Your Heart

Matthew 6:21 Deep Dive // The Safe Place for Your Heart

“Is your heart wrapped up in something right now that it cannot lose? Something that's lasting, something that's dependable, something that won't break it. Is your heart confident, rested, and secure? Is your heart set on the incorruptible, unfading, forever treasures of heaven? Or, is your heart filled with something that it dreads losing?” — Natalie AbbottJoin Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she walks us through the context of Matthew 6:21, helping us see the

Nov 1, 2023 • 18:12

How Has God Shown Up in Your Life? // Sadie Robertson Huff and Christian Huff

How Has God Shown Up in Your Life? // Sadie Robertson Huff and Christian Huff

You won’t want to miss today’s episode with Sadie Robertson Huff and Christian Huff! Together with Natalie Abbott, they talk about why God is worth basing our whole life on, the overarching storyline of the Bible and how we see God’s faithfulness on display in it, how Sadie and Christian have seen God’s faithfulness in their own lives, and a word of hope to anyone listening who is struggling today. As we wrap up this month’s memory verse, may we be people who see the faithfulness of God and decl

Oct 25, 2023 • 37:36

Not Our Faithfulness, but God's

Not Our Faithfulness, but God's

What motivates our faithfulness? What can we learn about being faithful to God from the lives of other Christians? And what do we do when we realize that we've failed? Join Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz, sister and co-founders of Dwell Differently, as they talk about these questions and more! Want to learn more about the discussion questions they talk through today? Check out the Dwell Differently Membership—all members have access to unique questions every month to help apply the memory

Oct 18, 2023 • 17:25

A Guide You Can Trust // Elizabeth Woodson

A Guide You Can Trust // Elizabeth Woodson

How do we know who “this God” from Psalm 48:14 really is? And how can we be sure that he will be our God for ever and ever? Join Natalie Abbott and Elizabeth Woodson as they zoom out to help us see the big picture of what Scripture says about the faithfulness of God. They dig into why God's faithfulness is a theme in our verse, why it’s such good news that God is faithful (even when we are faithless), what it means that God is our guide, and how we can pass this declaration along to the nex

Oct 11, 2023 • 29:57

Psalm 48:14 Deep Dive // Tracing God’s Presence with His People

Psalm 48:14 Deep Dive // Tracing God’s Presence with His People

Have you ever wondered how modern believers should view the Old Testament and its promises? What can we learn from Israel’s talk about the City of God? Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she walks us through the context of Psalm 48, zooms out to look at God’s presence with his people from Genesis through Revelation, and helps reflect on the good news that this God—the God who dwells with his people—is our God for ever and ever.This month’s memory verse: "For this God i

Oct 4, 2023 • 20:56

3 Things I’ve Learned about Loving My Enemy

3 Things I’ve Learned about Loving My Enemy

Join Vera Schmitz, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she reflects on what she’s been learning this month from Luke 6:27. She shares 3 takeaways from her own life about loving her enemy, and reminds us that because Jesus loved us when we were his enemies, we can also love our enemies. This month’s memory verse: “But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.” — Luke 6:27Memorize Scripture with us: Find out more about Dwell’s monthly kit with temporary tatt

Sep 27, 2023 • 7:49

Love Like Jesus

Love Like Jesus

Vera is BACK and she has an exciting update to share! Today Natalie and Vera are talking all about our verse this month and how this hard call to love our enemies is really just loving the way Jesus loves. They talk about what to do if you can’t easily think of an “enemy,” how Jesus has been turning enemies into friends since he called his first disciples, and how when we remember that we were once God’s enemies who are now his friends we can extend his otherworldly love to others.This month’s m

Sep 20, 2023 • 20:57

How This Missionary Loves Ukrainian Refugees and Their Enemies // Madison Perekotiy

How This Missionary Loves Ukrainian Refugees and Their Enemies // Madison Perekotiy

We are so glad to have Madison Perekotiy on the podcast today to talk about what it means to love our enemies with the love of Christ. Madison and her Ukrainian-born husband Yuriy have been full-time missionaries since 2018, first in Ukraine and now in Romania. In this episode, she and Natalie talk about what it’s like to have enemies in an ongoing war, how the character of God helps us to make sense of difficult circumstances, why the gospel is so important to remember when we are tempted to ha

Sep 13, 2023 • 32:14

Luke 6:27 Deep Dive // This Is A Non-Negotiable

Luke 6:27 Deep Dive // This Is A Non-Negotiable

Is loving our enemies really a non-negotiable for Christians? If we're being honest, our verse this month is a hard one to live out. What is Jesus calling us to believe that we aren’t believing? Why is it a non-negotiable to love our enemies? And how can we live that way? Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she walks us through the context of this passage, looking at the 2 ways of living Jesus talks about, why loving our enemies is non-negotiable, and the difference it

Sep 6, 2023 • 22:24

BONUS EPISODE: What If Creativity Was an Others-Focused Activity? // Ashlee Gadd

BONUS EPISODE: What If Creativity Was an Others-Focused Activity? // Ashlee Gadd

We are so excited to share this special bonus episode with you today! Have you ever thought that creativity was limited to scrapbooking, or that you just aren't a "creative person"? Ashlee Gadd, author of Create Anyway, is joining Natalie Abbott to talk about why being created in the image of God informs how we should view creativity, why creativity doesn't need to be a selfish pursuit, and how motherhood and creativity collide. May you be inspired to use the creativity God h

Aug 30, 2023 • 28:17

Does Living Out This Verse Feel Impossible?

Does Living Out This Verse Feel Impossible?

Does it ever feel impossible to clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, gentleness, humility, and patience? On today’s episode, Dwell team member Lindsay Tully is sharing a story about how God has used this month’s verse in her family’s life. Tune in to hear where to start when we realize we’re failing, a creative way to remember this month’s verse, and an encouragement to remember you’re not alone as you seek to put on the new clothes Christ give his people.This month’s memory verse:  “There

Aug 23, 2023 • 4:36

Jesus > Others > You

Jesus > Others > You

Where is your gaze today? If you’re anything like us, you might be finding your gaze is far too often on yourself first instead of on Jesus. Listen in as Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, and Lindsay Tully, Dwell Differently editor and writer, look to God’s Word to offer hope when we’re struggling to put on the new “clothes” this verse calls us to wear. They take a look at how Jesus specifically describes himself with some of the attributes from our verse in the book of Matthew, t

Aug 16, 2023 • 13:12

Redefining "Be Who You Are" // Glenna Marshall

Redefining "Be Who You Are" // Glenna Marshall

We are thrilled to have Glenna Marshall back again to talk about one of her favorite hacks for prioritizing Scripture memory in her life, the 3 things Colossians 3:12  reminds us are true of believers followed by the 5 virtues we are called to put on, and what to do when we try to obey but fail.  We are right here with you, seeking to memorize God's Word and live the way he's called us to, and we know this episode will be an encouragement to you!This month’s memory verse: “Therefore, a

Aug 9, 2023 • 34:48

Colossians 3:12 Deep Dive // Chosen, Holy, and Dearly Loved

Colossians 3:12 Deep Dive // Chosen, Holy, and Dearly Loved

Do you ever wonder how God sees you? If you’ve trusted in Jesus, the beginning words of our verse this month are balm for our souls: chosen, holy, and dearly loved. Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she walks us through the context of this verse and the vital place we need to start before we try to tackle living out the virtues listed in Colossians 3:12. There is freedom awaiting us when we rely on God as we seek to live as he’s called us to!This month’s memory verse: “The

Aug 2, 2023 • 22:40

What Do You Evangelize About?

What Do You Evangelize About?

What does it mean to make Jesus great in our lives? April Harper, CEO of Dwell Differently, asks us some super practical questions today to help us identify what we are holding up as great to those around us. What do you functionally act like you're more excited about than Jesus? Would others see his greatness by what you say, or are other messages coming through more clearly? If we believe that Jesus is our greatest good, how can our words and actions reflect that? Praise God, he is at wor

Jul 26, 2023 • 4:08

Where Is Your Spotlight Shining?

Where Is Your Spotlight Shining?

You won’t want to miss today’s episode with Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, and April Harper, Dwell Differently’s CEO, as they dig into John 3:30 and what they’ve been learning this month. Natalie and April share how this verse is convicting them, a prideful moment April wishes she could take back, what we should be asking ourselves after an accomplishment, and how we can live lives that give glory to God.This month’s memory verse: “He must become greater; I must become less.” —

Jul 19, 2023 • 24:36

How to War against Pride // Trillia Newbell

How to War against Pride // Trillia Newbell

Do you catch yourself being more prideful than you'd like to admit? Pride is a difficult battle for all of us, and today Trillia Newbell and Natalie Abbott help us learn from Scripture how we can war well against pride. Looking at John the Baptist's famous words in John 3:30, they walk us through their own struggles with pride, why John the Baptist was able to say what he did about Jesus, and the freedom awaiting us when we worship the Lord for who he is and see ourselves as he sees us

Jul 12, 2023 • 29:31

John 3:30 Deep Dive // Are You Jealous of Jesus?

John 3:30 Deep Dive // Are You Jealous of Jesus?

As humans, we have a perennial tendency to focus on ourselves. We are all hungry for glory, and can try to put ourselves in the spotlight instead of Jesus. And John the Baptist's words in John 3:30 help us to see this sneaky tendency we all have—our longing for greatness—and put it in its proper place. John understood who he was, and he understood who Jesus was, and that made all the difference. Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she unpacks the context of John 3:30 fo

Jul 5, 2023 • 20:01

A Prayer for When I Feel Afraid

A Prayer for When I Feel Afraid

Surprise! This month’s wrap up comes from Natalie Abbott (Vera will be back soon)! We know you’ll be encouraged as Natalie prays the truth of Scripture over us today. May God's peace be present as you remember who he is and how he has been at work in your life. Because our God is our light, our salvation, and our stronghold, we can face whatever circumstances come our way with courage, knowing that we are not alone, but are held and protected by the God of the universe.This month’s memory v

Jun 28, 2023 • 6:05

Why Do We Get So Afraid?

Why Do We Get So Afraid?

Why do we get so afraid? And what is our first response when we feel fear? Join Vera Schmitz and Natalie Abbott, sisters and co-founders of Dwell Differently, as they talk all about fear—their irrational fears, their real fears, and where fearfulness is actually rooted. They look at two responses to fear, and share Scripture passages that have been helpful when they experience fear and anxiety. There is hope to be found today, right in the middle of our battles against fear, as we remember who G

Jun 21, 2023 • 24:16

Be Strong and Take Courage // Jamie Ivey

Be Strong and Take Courage // Jamie Ivey

Today’s guest, Jamie Ivey, digs into Psalm 27:1 with Dwell Differently co-founder Natalie Abbott. Listen in to hear some of Jamie’s biggest fears, when this verse became a lifeline for her, and what it really means that God is our light, our salvation, and our stronghold. We know you’ll be encouraged as Jamie and Natalie remind us that Jesus and his Word are never changing in our ever changing world, and we pray that you would have victory over your fears today as you remember who our God is!Thi

Jun 14, 2023 • 33:31

Psalm 27:1 Deep Dive // How You Can Overcome Fear

Psalm 27:1 Deep Dive // How You Can Overcome Fear

Would you like to know how to overcome fear in your life? Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she shows us what God’s Word says about how we can conquer our fear. In Psalm 27:1, King David gives us 3 images of who God is as a way to battle against the fear that is threatening to overwhelm him, and we can do the same thing today! As we understand and remember who our God is, our fears fall into the proper place, losing the power to overwhelm us. In whatever battle you find yo

Jun 7, 2023 • 21:42

How a Simple Act of Generosity Can Change a Life // Jonathan Almonte

How a Simple Act of Generosity Can Change a Life // Jonathan Almonte

You won't want to miss hearing the story of Jonathan Almonte’s life—born in poverty in the Dominican Republic, unable to attend school, burdened with medical challenges, and contemplated becoming part of a gang—all interrupted in the best way by God caring for him through a local church, Compassion International, and his sponsor. Not only was Jonathan’s life changed, but his family came to know Christ as well. And all this came about because of the way God used a woman from Michigan named J

May 31, 2023 • 25:46

Let Others Shine by Letting Go of Control

Let Others Shine by Letting Go of Control

Today on the podcast, Dwell Differently co-founder Vera Schmitz is asking one question: Are your control issues keeping others from using their gifts to serve God and serve others? It can be hard at times to take a step back and invite others to use the gifts and abilities God has given them, and Vera walks us through what this has looked like in her own life. We pray this episode will spark a renewed excitement for the ways God has uniquely gifted all believers and calls us to work together for

May 24, 2023 • 7:15

How Can God Use Me?

How Can God Use Me?

Have you ever felt afraid to use the gifts God has given you? Have you ever thought you were inadequate, or maybe even that the ways God has given you to serve others feel mundane and insignificant? We can relate! Join Vera Schmitz and Natalie Abbott, co-founders of Dwell Differently, as they remind us that in God’s economy, there’s no small thing. As stewards (not owners) of these gifts, we can trust him as the gift giver to equip us with all we need to serve where he’s called us. It’s all from

May 17, 2023 • 20:21

Stepping into Your Gifting // Heather MacFadyen

Stepping into Your Gifting // Heather MacFadyen

Have you ever felt unsure of how God has gifted you? As Heather MacFadyen says, we’ve all been called to make disciples, but the where and how will look different in everyone’s lives—and that is freeing! Join author and podcaster Heather MacFadyen as she talks with Natalie Abbott about how to identify what God has uniquely equipped you to do, why God gives gifts to his people, and how to not miss out on the goodness that God has for you. This month’s memory verse: “Each of you should use whateve

May 10, 2023 • 33:14

1 Peter 4:10 Deep Dive // Why Serve?

1 Peter 4:10 Deep Dive // Why Serve?

This month on the podcast, we’re talking all about gifts. God tells us in his Word that he has given all of us gifts, but in a world where we are bombarded with messages to live our best lives, focus on our own happiness, and put ourselves first, we can easily miss the why behind the gifts God has given. Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, walks us through the context of 1 Peter 4:10, helping us understand what this verse is saying and what it means for how we live our lives. If you

May 3, 2023 • 18:59

Remember Who Won

Remember Who Won

We know that Jesus raised from the dead, defeating sin and Satan and death. And we know that if we are in Christ, Jesus’s victory is true of us too. But all too often, we don’t live like Jesus has already won—we slip into being stressed and fearful and discouraged as our situations loom large in our minds. Join Vera Schmitz, co-founder of Dwell Differently, as she shares a story from her own life about this and points us again to the reality of the gospel and the real difference Jesus’s victory

Apr 26, 2023 • 10:37

Resurrection Every Day

Resurrection Every Day

As Christians, the resurrection can sometimes seem like something we only focus on at Easter, but the resurrection of Jesus has implications that reach far beyond an Easter Sunday church service. Join Vera Schmitz and Natalie Abbott, co-founders of Dwell Differently, as they talk about why the resurrection matters and makes a difference in our everyday lives. Don’t miss Vera’s book recommendations and the question about the resurrection she has for Natalie—maybe you’ve wondered about it before t

Apr 19, 2023 • 20:18

Matthew 28:6a Deep Dive // This Is Central

Matthew 28:6a Deep Dive // This Is Central

This month, we are memorizing beautiful words about a promise fulfilled—words on the lips of an angel. Words spoken to women who were desperate and mourning the loss not only of their friend, but of the man whom they had believed was the Messiah. The truth of the resurrection of Jesus Christ is central to the Christian faith, but it can sometimes be hard to wrap our minds around its implications—not just for the past, but also for our present and future. Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell

Apr 12, 2023 • 16:22

How Do I Talk to My Friends about Easter? // Rebecca McLaughlin

How Do I Talk to My Friends about Easter? // Rebecca McLaughlin

How can we talk with unbelievers about the truth of the resurrection in a way that makes sense? We all know it can be difficult—and sometimes intimidating—to talk about, but Jesus’s resurrection from the dead is central to the Christian faith. Join Natalie Abbott and Rebecca McLaughlin as they talk about how they connect with unbelievers when initiating conversations about the resurrection of Jesus, how the resurrection offers us great hope, what Jesus accomplished for us in his death and resurr

Apr 5, 2023 • 47:02

Get Your Heart Ready for Easter with These Readings

Get Your Heart Ready for Easter with These Readings

Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, wants to read God’s Word over you today. As we prepare to celebrate Easter, hear the truth about why the resurrection matters; slow down to remember that this good news is for us today; and meditate on the promise, power, and hope we have because Jesus is alive! If you want to follow along, open your Bible to 1 Corinthians 15:1–8, 12–28, 50–58; Romans 6:1–14; and Ephesians 1:18–23.This month’s memory verse: “Do not merely listen to the word, and s

Mar 29, 2023 • 11:47

Are You Seeing Yourself Clearly? // April Harper

Are You Seeing Yourself Clearly? // April Harper

April Harper, CEO of Dwell Differently, is today’s podcast host! Listen in as April reflects on what she’s learned from this month’s verse, James 1:22. She shares a great quote from Paul Tripp’s book Do You Believe?, talks about how this verse intersects with what the Lord taught her this year at IF:Gathering, and prays over us all, that we would know what God wants us to know and do what he wants us to do. You won’t want to miss it!This month’s memory verse: “Do not merely listen to the word, a

Mar 22, 2023 • 7:04

Help! I’m Struggling with the Same Things Over and Over

Help! I’m Struggling with the Same Things Over and Over

Our verse this month is not a call to just pull up our “good Christian bootstraps.” And that is good news! Join Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz, co-founders of Dwell Differently, as they share their real struggles with living this out, talk through practical questions we all have, and discuss real-life application for James 1:22. Are our good works what save us? What do we do when we find ourselves struggling with the same thing again and again? What does it mean to live in the Spirit and rely o

Mar 15, 2023 • 20:19

Do You Really Believe God’s Word? // Tara Sun

Do You Really Believe God’s Word? // Tara Sun

If you took inventory of your day-to-day choices, would they reveal you're following after Jesus? Or are you merely listening to the Bible but not believing it enough to live out what it says? Those can be hard questions to sit with (for us, too!), but they’re important. We all know the struggle to live out what we know to be true, but there is hope for us! In this episode, Tara Sun joins Dwell Differently co-founder Natalie Abbott to dig into what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, how to

Mar 8, 2023 • 44:27

James 1:22 Deep Dive // Do My Everyday Decisions Really Matter?

James 1:22 Deep Dive // Do My Everyday Decisions Really Matter?

What is God’s Word supposed to do in our lives? And is my obedience really that important? We’re so glad you’re here today as Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell Differently, unpacks James 1:22 for us, answering important questions, digging into the context, and helping us avoid 2 common dangers when reading this verse. Our prayer is that you would see James 1:22—which can feel a little bit like a kick in the pants—as a kindness from God, convicting us where we need it, and inviting us to live l

Mar 1, 2023 • 20:49

3 Barriers to Receiving the Everlasting Love of God // Vera Schmitz

3 Barriers to Receiving the Everlasting Love of God // Vera Schmitz

“It’s not about me, it’s not about what I say. It’s about what God says about you and about himself. He loves you with an everlasting love.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.” — Jeremiah 31:3bToday’s podcast: If you’re a human being listening today, you’re going to resonate with the 3 things Vera shares that can be roadblocks to feeling like we can receive God’s everlasting love for us. Listen in as she

Feb 22, 2023 • 8:03

Do You Believe You Have To Earn God's Love? // Vera & Natalie

Do You Believe You Have To Earn God's Love? // Vera & Natalie

“Sometimes I think we think this promise is something that we earn, or that we get when we're good enough, or when we’re doing all the right things. But the beauty of this promise is the context of the promise: when we fail, when we are faithless, God is still faithful. God still loves us. He draws us with unfailing kindness—the kind of kindness that doesn’t fail. That’s who our God is.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you

Feb 15, 2023 • 22:07

Love That's Bigger Than Our Rebellion // Cindy Bultema

Love That's Bigger Than Our Rebellion // Cindy Bultema

“It was then, in the midst of my mess, that I encountered Jesus. And I kept thinking, ‘How come no one ever told me? How come no one ever told me about God and his unbelievable love—even for a messed up woman like me?’” — Cindy BultemaThis month’s memory verse: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.” — Jeremiah 31:3b Today’s podcast: It’s February, and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! In this month where we celebrate love, we wanted to s

Feb 8, 2023 • 41:57

Good News in the Midst of Our Mess // Natalie Abbott

Good News in the Midst of Our Mess // Natalie Abbott

“This is a verse not spoken in a place of perfection and goodness and righteousness…but a place of mess and of need and even of God’s rebuke. In this midst of their sin, God says this to [his people]: 'I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.'” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.” — Jeremiah 31:3b Today’s podcast: What should we do when we feel unlov

Feb 1, 2023 • 17:44

Words That Bring Light // Vera Schmitz

Words That Bring Light // Vera Schmitz

“For each of us—no matter who you are, no matter how mentally tough you are—there are things in our lives we are believing that are not true. Or maybe we need guidance in our life. And God’s Word is saying here in this verse, in Psalm 119:105, that his Word is the light and the lamp for our path.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” — Psalm 119:105 Today’s podcast: We all know what darkness is—we know what it feels like and how we try

Jan 26, 2023 • 7:47

Training for the Olympics, Training for Life // Kelsie Holahan

Training for the Olympics, Training for Life // Kelsie Holahan

“God’s Word is this lamp, it’s a light. It makes a way in the darkness. It shows you the path where you should be going.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” — Psalm 119:105Today’s podcast: As we celebrate the 5 year anniversary of Dwell Differently, Vera Schmitz, co-founder of Dwell, talks with her good friend Kelsie Holahan about how Dwell came to be. Listen in as they share about their days of training together for the Olympic trials

Jan 19, 2023 • 33:06

How God’s Word Brought Light into the Darkest Season of My Life // Lauren McAfee

How God’s Word Brought Light into the Darkest Season of My Life // Lauren McAfee

“To be able to look to Scripture in the dark times, and look to Christ in those dark seasons of my life, gave me hope that brought light into the darkness and really was just a foundation for me when it felt like the earth beneath me was shaken and shattering.” — Lauren McAfeeThis month’s memory verse: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” — Psalm 119:105Today’s podcast: Have you ever walked through a season of darkness and longed for light? Today’s episode is a special one as w

Jan 12, 2023 • 51:40

Lessons from a Rule Lover // Natalie Abbott

Lessons from a Rule Lover // Natalie Abbott

“We walk in a dark place. This is inherently saying that we need God’s Word to light the way. We are not the light—we need God to be the light, to shine a light on our path and to illuminate where it is we are supposed to go. We need God’s Word.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” — Psalm 119:105 Today’s podcast: When you hear the word “law,” does it make you bristle a bit, or do you want to start composing a love poem? Join Natalie

Jan 5, 2023 • 18:17

Behind the Scenes with Dwell in 2022 // Vera & Natalie

Behind the Scenes with Dwell in 2022 // Vera & Natalie

“We’re not just putting verses on stuff to put verses on stuff. If it’s not going to bring life and push forward the Word for the good of God’s people, then we’re not going to do it.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.” — Isaiah 60:1Today’s podcast: Here’s your chance to hear a behind-the-scenes conversation with Vera Schmitz and Natalie Abbott, co-founders of Dwell Differently! Hear about their favorite desi

Dec 29, 2022 • 28:12

BONUS EPISODE: How to Read the Whole Bible in One Year // Tara-Leigh Cobble

BONUS EPISODE: How to Read the Whole Bible in One Year // Tara-Leigh Cobble

“You can read the whole Bible in a year in about 12 minutes a day…it’s 1% of your day that’s going to change the whole other 99%.” — Tara-Leigh CobbleWe are so excited to share this special bonus episode with you today! Have you ever started reading through the Bible and then stopped soon after starting because it felt hard or you were confused? Here at Dwell, while we focus in on memorizing and meditating on one verse a month together, we also have a passion for knowing the whole counsel of Scr

Dec 26, 2022 • 10:24

Anticipation and Awe // Vera Schmitz

Anticipation and Awe // Vera Schmitz

“So often we get so caught up in our own individual lives that our heads are down and we’re doing all the things and we forget that we have God’s light in us and that we can shine—that we are called to be a city on a hill that cannot be hidden, and we are to point other people to Jesus.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.” — Isaiah 60:1 Today’s podcast: What if Jesus came back today? What would you want your

Dec 22, 2022 • 7:42

Arise and Shine // Vera & Natalie

Arise and Shine // Vera & Natalie

“This should be our heartbeat…when we feel the pain and the darkness in our lives, that we would look at that eternal restoration of all things and long for it—we would long for this light, the glory of the Lord, to shine on us.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.” — Isaiah 60:1Today’s podcast: Curious why we picked Isaiah 60:1 for December? Listen in as Natalie and Vera talk about the layers to this verse,

Dec 15, 2022 • 20:39

What Is the Glory of God? // Jason Abbott

What Is the Glory of God? // Jason Abbott

“The darkness is being dispelled—the light is coming. Sin is being dispelled—righteousness is coming. Death is being dispelled—life is coming.” — Jason AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.” — Isaiah 60:1Today’s podcast: What does “glory” mean? Chances are you’ve heard that word a lot already this Christmas season, but how should we understand and explain what it means for the glory of the Lord to rise upon his people?

Dec 8, 2022 • 47:51

Light for the Helpless and Hopeless // Natalie Abbott

Light for the Helpless and Hopeless // Natalie Abbott

“I really hope that as you memorize and mediate on this verse this month, it would really guide you in the process of reflection on who Jesus is, and the beauty of who he is, and what he has done for us, and that it would compel you to share that good news with others throughout the month.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.” — Isaiah 60:1Today’s podcast: Happy December! Join Natalie Abbott, co-founder of D

Dec 1, 2022 • 19:16

What's the Most Wonderful Thing God Has Done in Your Life? // Vera Schmitz

What's the Most Wonderful Thing God Has Done in Your Life? // Vera Schmitz

“My challenge to you is to find somebody…who is further along in the faith than you and I want you to ask them this question: 'What is the most wonderful thing God has done in your life?’ and just treasure their answer.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind.” — Psalm 107:8 Today’s podcast: In our final episode for Psalm 107:8, Vera Schmitz, co-founder of Dwell Differently, brings us a super pra

Nov 24, 2022 • 6:22

Let the Redeemed of the Lord Tell Their Story // Vera & Natalie

Let the Redeemed of the Lord Tell Their Story // Vera & Natalie

“This is why this verse says let them give thanks—because when we share in the triumphs of God with others, our faith grows.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind.” — Psalm 107:8Today’s podcast: How have you experienced the goodness of God? Psalm 107:2, just a few verses before our memory verse this month, says, “Let the redeemed of the LORD tell their story,” and that is exactly what we are doing he

Nov 17, 2022 • 26:56

Cultivating Thankfulness Together // Rachel Gilson

Cultivating Thankfulness Together // Rachel Gilson

“There’s something about the practice of [thankfulness] in community that completes it. And that’s God’s design, that’s not a crutch. It’s not more holy if I’m just praying to Jesus alone in my thankfulness—it is in fact the bigger vision of what God’s redemption is that he creates a people that is marked by thankfulness.” — Rachel Gilson This month’s memory verse: “Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind.” — Psalm 107:8 Today’s podcast: Have

Nov 10, 2022 • 38:39

The Unfailing Love of the Lord // Natalie Abbott

The Unfailing Love of the Lord // Natalie Abbott

“[Psalm 107] is just such a beautiful picture of the gospel, isn’t it? That Jesus came not to save those who were good and righteous and the best, but he came to seek and save the lost. He came for those of us who were his enemies, who were thumbing our nose at him. And that is who our God is, and his love is unfailing, and his deeds are wonderful. Even to people like me who, in so many ways, am undeserving of the kindness of the Lord.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Let them give t

Nov 3, 2022 • 25:05

His Word Does Not Return Void // Vera Schmitz

His Word Does Not Return Void // Vera Schmitz

“Don’t be afraid to share your heart, to share God’s truth, and to share his promise, because it’s true that we can live full lives following Jesus—it is the only way to be full in a real and lasting way.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” — John 10:10Today’s podcast: You won’t want to miss today’s episode where Dwell Differently co-founder Vera Schmitz shares how this month

Oct 27, 2022 • 8:26

A Warning and an Offer // Vera & Natalie

A Warning and an Offer // Vera & Natalie

“This is the promise that we have in Jesus: not to be taken from but to be given. Even when we don’t deserve the kinds of gifts, the fullness that he gives us, he does it—willingly, fully, beautifully for us.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” — John 10:10Today’s podcast: If somebody were going to look in on your life today and make a list of how you spent your time, what

Oct 20, 2022 • 22:09

The Good News about Failure // Jen Oshman

The Good News about Failure // Jen Oshman

“I know what it is to grow up with my identity rooted in something that is temporary, and something that actually does come to steal, kill, and destroy rather than he who gives abundant life. And so it is with some urgency and compassion and drive that I want others to know that as well.” — Jen OshmanThis month’s memory verse: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” — John 10:10Today’s podcast: Have you ever thought you

Oct 13, 2022 • 50:46

Who Is the Thief? // Natalie Abbott

Who Is the Thief? // Natalie Abbott

“Are we going to entrust ourselves and believe in those things that are taking from us, or are we going to entrust ourselves and believe in Jesus, the Good Shepherd, who has laid down his life for us, and promises us abundant life?” —Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” — John 10:10Today’s podcast: Spoiler alert: in today’s episode, Natalie Abbott shares how she misunderstood t

Oct 6, 2022 • 16:46

A Movement to Memorize the Bible // April Harper

A Movement to Memorize the Bible // April Harper

“You only have one life, and while you can have a few careers in it, if my time was running out, what do I really want to be focusing my life on? And so that’s really what I’m here to talk about today.” — April HarperThis month’s memory verse: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 15:13Today’s podcast: Have you ever wrestled with discerning your calling or choosing a career? You’re n

Sep 29, 2022 • 37:48

Where Do You Find Hope? // Vera Schmitz

Where Do You Find Hope? // Vera Schmitz

“The reality is, we’re all empty vessels that are needing to be filled. So practically speaking, how then do we fill our buckets?” — Vera Schmitz  This month’s memory verse: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 15:13Today’s podcast: Welcome to our monthly wrap-up episode with Dwell Differently co-founder Vera Schmitz! Where do you find yourself going most often to fill up your “soul

Sep 22, 2022 • 7:44

An Invitation to Experience Hope // Vera & Natalie

An Invitation to Experience Hope // Vera & Natalie

"The promise is that we would overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit, and I think that’s the lynchpin there. It’s not my own scraped-up hope, it is hope only by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 15:13Today’s podcast: Is it hard for you to believe that you can experience overflowing hope daily

Sep 15, 2022 • 20:52

Overflowing Hope // Courtney Doctor

Overflowing Hope // Courtney Doctor

“These things that he’s giving—the hope and the joy and the peace—are not separate from him, they are part of him. He’s the God of hope, so he’s actually giving us himself.” — Courtney DoctorThis month’s memory verse: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 15:13Today’s podcast: In today’s episode, Natalie Abbott and Courtney Doctor are taking a deep dive into this month’s verse, Roman

Sep 8, 2022 • 45:41

What Is Hope? // Natalie Abbott

What Is Hope? // Natalie Abbott

“Biblical hope is not a wishing and a longing—biblical hope is a certain hope because it is rooted and grounded in the faithful God of hope.” — Natalie Abbott This month’s memory verse: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 15:13Today’s podcast: Have you ever wondered what “hope” really means? Is it just a wish, or is biblical hope something more? In today’s teaching episode, Natali

Sep 1, 2022 • 19:28

Set Free from Fear, Control, and Busyness // Vera Schmitz

Set Free from Fear, Control, and Busyness // Vera Schmitz

"It says, 'The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.' It doesn't say, 'You need only to make a plan, you need only to make a list, you need only to buy this thing.' No. 'The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.'" — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: "Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free."  —John 8:32Today’s podcast: This month, Dwell Differently co-founder Vera Schmitz shares how memor

Aug 25, 2022 • 8:27

A Hard but Beautiful Message // Vera & Natalie

A Hard but Beautiful Message // Vera & Natalie

“I love this truth, even though it’s hard. It’s a promise for the [initial] one time choice to follow Jesus, and for my day in and day out. He’s going to continue to set me free from my sin.” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” — John 8:32Today’s podcast: So many people have heard the words of this verse—quoted in movies, literature, and everyday life—but what many may not know is that these words were spoken by Jesus about hi

Aug 18, 2022 • 21:32

Walk in the Truth // Blair Linne

Walk in the Truth // Blair Linne

“Then you have Jesus who is Truth materialized. He is sincerity and genuineness in the flesh. He shows up on the scene and says, ‘I’m going to give you the truth in my Word, but also, I am the Truth. I am the Word. You come to me, and I will set you free…I’m going to help you walk further in reality.’” — Blair Linne This month’s memory verse: “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” — John 8:32Today’s podcast: Join Blair Linne and Natalie Abbott as they talk about this mo

Aug 11, 2022 • 49:34

The Truth That Sets You Free // Natalie Abbott

The Truth That Sets You Free // Natalie Abbott

“If Jesus tells you that you’re a sinner, will you still believe in him? Will you be honest with your sin and your failings? Will you confess that you could never measure up? Will you believe in the Son of God who came not to condemn the world but instead to save it? Or are you going to hold on to your own righteousness and keep justifying yourself?” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” — John 8:32Today’s podcast: What is “th

Aug 4, 2022 • 23:40

3 Takeaways from John 6:29 // Vera Schmitz

3 Takeaways from John 6:29 // Vera Schmitz

“Even if Jesus gave me all his miracles and he met every last need, the belief in him is the treasure. He is the treasure. He is the thing that my heart really truly longs for.” — Vera Schmitz This month’s memory verse: “Jesus answered, ‘The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.’” — John 6:29Today’s podcast: You won’t want to miss today’s episode with Dwell Differently co-founder Vera Schmitz as she reflects on three takeaways from John 6:29! We hope you’ve been encouraged as y

Jul 28, 2022 • 6:43

It’s Not about a Checklist // Vera & Natalie

It’s Not about a Checklist // Vera & Natalie

“We don’t have to keep relying on our works or measuring ourselves by our failures. We can measure ourselves and see ourselves as Christ sees us, which is people that he loves, his beloved bride.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Jesus answered, ‘The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.’” — John 6:29Today’s podcast: Have you ever wrestled with feeling like you need to be “good” to earn God’s favor? Even as Christians who know we are saved not by our works but by Jes

Jul 21, 2022 • 21:04

What Is the Work of God? // Amanda Bible Williams

What Is the Work of God? // Amanda Bible Williams

“It’s not just the head knowledge, in this case, that the work of God is to believe in the one he has sent, to believe in Jesus—but to actually know it to the point that that’s how I’m operating. That that’s the belief that I’m not just knowing with my head but that I’m living out of.” — Amanda Bible WilliamsThis month’s memory verse: “Jesus answered, ‘The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.’” — John 6:29Today’s podcast: Have you ever wondered how good works and faith relate

Jul 14, 2022 • 53:24

That You May Believe // Natalie Abbott

That You May Believe // Natalie Abbott

"If Jesus is our spiritual food, are we looking to Jesus to give us the food that perishes, or are we looking to Jesus for eternal, spiritual satisfaction? Are we looking for him to meet only our earthly needs and earthly comforts, or do we have eyes to see, spiritual eyes to understand our spiritual needs and to find them met in Jesus?” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Jesus answered, ‘The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.’” — John 6:29Today’s podcast: What

Jul 7, 2022 • 18:44

4 Ways God Keeps Us from Drifting // Lindsay Tully

4 Ways God Keeps Us from Drifting // Lindsay Tully

“It’s so encouraging to me that God has not left us on our own to follow after him—we don’t just hear a warning like this to not drift away without him also being the one to enable us.” — Lindsay TullyThis month’s memory verse: “We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” — Hebrews 2:1Today’s podcast: If we're being honest, we all know we have a tendency to drift spiritually. But how do we pay the most careful attention to what we

Jun 30, 2022 • 29:44

Fighting the Current with Christ // Vera Schmitz

Fighting the Current with Christ // Vera Schmitz

“What am I paying the most careful attention to right now? And how can I re-anchor myself to the truth with an easy habit or practice or rhythm?” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” — Hebrews 2:1Today’s podcast: If you had an inventory of your thoughts, what (or who) are you paying the most careful attention to? In today’s episode, Vera Schmitz, co-founder of Dwell Differently, takes a

Jun 23, 2022 • 7:38

Help...I'm Drifting // Vera & Natalie

Help...I'm Drifting // Vera & Natalie

“The reason this verse is in Scripture at all is because we have this tendency to drift.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” — Hebrews 2:1Today’s podcast: Let’s be honest—it’s hard to talk about drifting. Today’s episode is a very real conversation between Natalie and Vera about how they see drifting happen in their own lives, spiritual habits they’d like to incorporate to help them

Jun 16, 2022 • 24:12

The Danger of Drifting // Emma Mae McDaniel

The Danger of Drifting // Emma Mae McDaniel

“That’s the danger of drifting—while running away is an intentional, purposeful act, drifting away happens without our awareness.” — Emma Mae McDanielThis month’s memory verse: “We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” — Hebrews 2:1Today’s podcast: Do you find yourself easily distracted? Is it challenging to prioritize spending time with the Lord in busy seasons? Have you ever realized that you've unintentionally started focusi

Jun 9, 2022 • 43:36

Pay the Most Careful Attention // Natalie Abbott

Pay the Most Careful Attention // Natalie Abbott

“This is a daily practice—of not drifting, of coming back. And we have a God who welcomes us with open arms.” — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” — Hebrews 2:1Today’s podcast: Don’t miss today’s episode with Natalie Abbott, co-founder of Dwell, as she digs into our verse for this month: Hebrews 2:1! She walks us through some important questions: How does this fit into the big picture

Jun 2, 2022 • 17:05

Do You Want a Mentor? // Melissa Kruger

Do You Want a Mentor? // Melissa Kruger

“This is what the church should look like, this sharing: ‘What I have, I’m going to offer to you, and what you have, you can offer to me.’ And that’s a beautiful thing, without either demanding it of the other.” — Melissa Kruger This month’s memory verse: “Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.” — 1 Thessalonians 2:8bToday’s podcast: Have you been listening to our series this month and found yourself thinking, “I want t

May 26, 2022 • 22:54

How Do We Do This "Gospel Life" Thing? // Melissa Kruger

How Do We Do This "Gospel Life" Thing? // Melissa Kruger

"If there is one verse that I would want to characterize my ministry, it would be this one.” — Melissa KrugerThis month’s memory verse: “Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.” — 1 Thessalonians 2:8bToday’s podcast: What does it really look like to share not only the gospel but also our lives with one another? In today’s episode, Melissa Kruger and Natalie Abbott talk about the power of life-on-life ministry, why m

May 19, 2022 • 17:35

Living Out Our Faith Together // Melissa Kruger

Living Out Our Faith Together // Melissa Kruger

“I don’t want women to be in the Word because they think there’s some angel in heaven with a star chart who’s keeping track of their progress. I want them to be in the Word because there is a joy of knowing Christ that you just simply can’t explain other than to say he has such depths to be uncovered that we will spend all eternity knowing him more.” — Melissa KrugerThis month’s memory verse: “Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our li

May 12, 2022 • 19:47

Who Are You Sharing Your Life With? // Vera & Natalie

Who Are You Sharing Your Life With? // Vera & Natalie

“This is what God has for us. We were created to be in community with one another. And as hard as it can be, that’s where the joy is—when we are not only sharing the gospel at an arm’s length, but when the gospel is penetrating into those relationships and making them beautiful and vibrant." — Natalie AbbottThis month’s memory verse: “Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.” — 1 Thessalonians 2:8bToday’s podcast: We

May 5, 2022 • 16:46

God Redeems, No Matter What // Rachelle Starr

God Redeems, No Matter What // Rachelle Starr

Important Note: If you have little listeners with you today, you may want to put in headphones or listen later as this episode is about sharing the gospel with women in the adult entertainment industry.  ____________________“God redeems, no matter what. No matter how long you’ve been away from him, no matter how far you’ve been away from him, or how far you’ve been kept from him.” — Rachelle StarrThis month’s memory verse: “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought nea

Apr 28, 2022 • 18:16

Jesus Is the One Who Does the Work // Rachelle Starr

Jesus Is the One Who Does the Work // Rachelle Starr

Important Note: If you have little listeners with you today, you may want to put in headphones or listen later as this episode is about sharing the gospel with women in the adult entertainment industry. ____________________“The more drastic and dark and depraved you recognize you were, the more Christ’s sacrifice on the cross becomes real because you knew how bad you were and how much grace you’ve been given.” — Rachelle StarrThis month’s memory verse: “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were

Apr 21, 2022 • 19:57

God Loves Those Who Are Far Away // Rachelle Starr

God Loves Those Who Are Far Away // Rachelle Starr

Important Note: If you have little listeners with you today, you may want to put in headphones or listen later as this episode is about sharing the gospel with women in the adult entertainment industry. ____________________“It really just takes one act of obedience to advance God’s kingdom.” — Rachelle StarrThis month’s memory verse: “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ.” — Ephesians 2:13Today’s podcast: How do you embody what Jesus ha

Apr 14, 2022 • 18:28

How Do I Talk to My Kids About Easter? // Vera & Natalie

How Do I Talk to My Kids About Easter? // Vera & Natalie

“Jesus invites us to bring our little people to him” — Vera SchmitzThis month’s memory verse: “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ.” — Ephesians 2:13Today’s podcast: It’s a new month and a new memory verse! Today, Natalie and Vera dive into Ephesians 2:13 and talk about how to share the gospel with our kids. Want some help with questions to get the conversation going? Need some guidance when it comes to explaining why we need the blood

Apr 7, 2022 • 20:32

How to Memorize the Bible with Your Kids // Hunter Beless

How to Memorize the Bible with Your Kids // Hunter Beless

“As we continue to dwell on the truths of God’s Word, it’s leading us to delight in them and to testify to those realities in the lives of the people that are around us.” — Hunter BelessThis month’s memory verse: “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.” — Hebrews 10:35Today’s podcast: Have you even wondered how to memorize the Bible with your kids? What if they aren't interested? Is it really that important? Hunter Beless joins Dwell co-founder Natalie Abbott to g

Mar 31, 2022 • 22:24

Know Who God Is, and You'll Know Who You Are // Sadie Robertson Huff

Know Who God Is, and You'll Know Who You Are // Sadie Robertson Huff

“If you want to be confident, and you want a daily confidence boost, get to know the character of who your God is. Speak it out. Say it over your life. Because when you know who God is, you will know who you are." - Sadie Robertson HuffThis month’s memory verse: “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.” — Hebrews 10:35Today’s podcast: Vera Schmitz, co-founder of Dwell Differently, and Sadie Robertson Huff, author and speaker, talk about how to break free from the c

Mar 24, 2022 • 17:21

Where Is Your Confidence? // Sadie Robertson Huff

Where Is Your Confidence? // Sadie Robertson Huff

“I was thinking I'd find something in the Word where God says, ‘This is who you are, and you're amazing, and you're so awesome, and why would you ever feel insecure.’ That's not what I found . . ." - Sadie Robertson HuffThis month’s memory verse: “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.” — Hebrews 10:35Today’s podcast: Vera Schmitz, co-founder of Dwell Differently, and Sadie Robertson Huff, author and speaker, are diving into why Sadie includes

Mar 17, 2022 • 18:57

Be an Influencer Worth Following // Sadie Robertson Huff

Be an Influencer Worth Following // Sadie Robertson Huff

“When you’re following someone who is lost, do you understand that you’re also going to be lost? It’s important that individually, we are all following Jesus—the Way, the Truth, the Life—leading us to the Father so that we know where we are leading other people as well.” — Sadie Robertson Huff This month’s memory verse: “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.” — Hebrews 10:35Today’s podcast: Vera Schmitz, co-founder of Dwell Differently, and Sadie Robertson Huff, auth

Mar 10, 2022 • 22:10

It's Not About Us // Vera & Natalie

It's Not About Us // Vera & Natalie

“You can’t rely on your feelings. You have to rely on what’s actually true—who God actually is and what he actually says about you.” — VeraThis month’s memory verse: “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded.” — Hebrews 10:35Today’s podcast: Join Natalie and Vera—sisters and co-founders of Dwell—as they take a look at the confidence our verse of the month is talking about, some  times in their own lives when they’ve come face-to-face with a lack of confidence (and how Dwe

Mar 3, 2022 • 24:18

How Do We Live In Love? // Debra Fileta

How Do We Live In Love? // Debra Fileta

“God’s love is so different from the relationships we have in this world, where there’s always the expectation of giving and receiving. God is love. He is the epitome of love. There’s nothing I have to do to engage in the process, or give back. I just receive it. It’s almost hard for the brain to compute, but there’s something really special about that.” — Debra FiletaThis month’s memory verse: “And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God,

Feb 24, 2022 • 20:31

Dwell #124: The Hungry Monster - Debra Fileta

Dwell #124: The Hungry Monster - Debra Fileta

Meet our February Dwell Guest: Debra Fileta! Debra is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the author of 5 books on the topics of dating, marriage, love, and healthy relationships (see link below).  Her heart for Jesus informs her work, her writing, and her conversation with us this month about what love is.Here's what we're talking about today!-Ways to know God's love-Defining and recognizing transference-Examples from Debra's work as a counselor-Healing from our past-Havin

Feb 17, 2022 • 18:49

Dwell #123: Healthy Love - Debra Fileta

Dwell #123: Healthy Love - Debra Fileta

Meet our February Dwell Guest: Debra Fileta! Debra is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the author of 5 books on the topics of dating, marriage, love, and healthy relationships (see link below).  Her heart for Jesus informs her work, her writing, and her conversation with us this month about what love is. Here's what we're talking about today!-How healthy people make healthy relationships-"Ah-ha!" moments in counseling and in ministry-Seeing psychology in Scripture-Using

Feb 10, 2022 • 16:31

Dwell #122: God Values Me, and That Ain't Changin' - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #122: God Values Me, and That Ain't Changin' - Vera & Natalie

We're a full week into February, so you've probably had a minute to check out this month's verse - 1 John 4:16! What do you think?! We hope that the truth of living in God's love, and him living in you, is blessing you deeply.  Today's conversation could've lasted a long time, but we did our best to squeeze it into just a bite-sized amount of time so that you can dip your toes into the waters of what we're memorizing together for the month of February.  Thanks

Feb 3, 2022 • 23:46

Dwell #121: The Pink Bathtub - Ellie Holcomb

Dwell #121: The Pink Bathtub - Ellie Holcomb

Meet January's Dwell Guest: Ellie Holcomb! Ellie is a singer, songwriter, wife, mama, and lover of God and his Word. We are big fans of her work and we're pumped to start the year with Ellie on the podcast!  After you listen today, take a few minutes to check out Ellie's newest book, Fighting Words (linked below).  If you're here, we know that you've got some interest in Scripture memory so we know you'll love this book too!Here's what we're talking about

Jan 31, 2022 • 17:08

Dwell #120: Light Is Stronger - Ellie Holcomb

Dwell #120: Light Is Stronger - Ellie Holcomb

Meet January's Dwell Guest: Ellie Holcomb! Ellie is a singer, songwriter, wife, mama, and lover of God and his Word. We are big fans of her work and we're pumped to start the year with Ellie on the podcast!  After you listen today, take a few minutes to check out Ellie's newest book, Fighting Words (linked below).  If you're here, we know that you've got some interest in Scripture memory, so we know you'll love this book too!Here's what we're talking about

Jan 24, 2022 • 17:45

Dwell #119: Sharing Jesus through Song - Ellie Holcomb

Dwell #119: Sharing Jesus through Song - Ellie Holcomb

Meet January's Dwell Guest: Ellie Holcomb! Ellie is a singer, songwriter, wife, mama, and lover of God and his Word. We are big fans of her work and we're pumped to start the year with Ellie on the podcast!  After you listen today, take a few minutes to check out Ellie's newest book, Fighting Words (linked below).  If you're here, we know that you've got some interest in Scripture memory so we know you'll love this book too!Here's what we're talking about

Jan 17, 2022 • 17:13

Dwell #118: The Messengers In Your Life - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #118: The Messengers In Your Life - Vera & Natalie

Are you loving this month's verse? We hope so! We chose it because we wanted to kick off the year with a reminder of hope, joy, and good health.  You'll hear a little bit more about that in today's episode as we introduce the January 2022 verse; Proverbs 15:30.On today's show we're talking about:-How and why we picked Proverbs 15:30-The messengers in our own lives-What it looks like to be a messenger of good news-Ideas for life on life discipleship-A great book recommend

Jan 10, 2022 • 17:58

Dwell #117: So Long, 2021 - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #117: So Long, 2021 - Vera & Natalie

What just happened!? You guys - we've entered a new year! Happy 2022!Before we dive into our January 2022 verse (have you seen it yet?? It's so good!), we're going to take some time to reflect back on what exciting things happened with Dwell in 2021.On today's show we're talking about:-The Dwell verse tracker and our goal for 1 million verses memorized!-Where we started and where we're going (and how thankful we are that you're along with us for the ride.-Vera

Jan 3, 2022 • 19:14

Dwell #116: Sorry, But You Can't Earn This - Tara-Leigh Cobble

Dwell #116: Sorry, But You Can't Earn This - Tara-Leigh Cobble

Meet December's Dwell Guest; Tara-Leigh Cobble! Tara-Leigh is an author, podcast host, and Bible teacher who has an obvious passion for pointing people to a Jesus through gaining a deeper understanding of the Word.  She's got some great thoughts to share with you this month, and you're going to love the Bible reading resources she has available.  We're thrilled to have her with us and know that you're going to love hearing from her!Here's what we're talking abo

Dec 27, 2021 • 19:39

Dwell #115: Our Ransom - Tara-Leigh Cobble

Dwell #115: Our Ransom - Tara-Leigh Cobble

Meet December's Dwell Guest; Tara-Leigh Cobble! Tara-Leigh is an author, podcast host, and Bible teacher who has an obvious passion for pointing people to a Jesus through gaining a deeper understanding of the Word.  She's got some great thoughts to share with you this month, and you're going to love the Bible reading resources she has available.  We're thrilled to have her with us and know that you're going to love hearing from her!Here's what we're talking abo

Dec 20, 2021 • 17:27

Dwell #114: We're Being Pursued - Tara-Leigh Cobble

Dwell #114: We're Being Pursued - Tara-Leigh Cobble

Meet December's Dwell Guest; Tara-Leigh Cobble! Tara-Leigh is an author, podcast host, and Bible teacher who has an obvious passion for pointing people to a Jesus through gaining a deeper understanding of the Word.  She's got some great thoughts to share with you this month, and you're going to love the Bible reading resources she has available.  We're thrilled to have her with us and know that you're going to love hearing from her!Here's what we're talking abo

Dec 13, 2021 • 15:38

Dwell #113: The Infinite Becomes Infant - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #113: The Infinite Becomes Infant - Vera & Natalie

It's December! Merry Christmas! We have been waiting and waiting to share this month's verse and design with you.  It's one of our favorites and we hope you'll be blessed by it.  If you haven't checked it out yet, head over to our Insta page @dwelldifferently and take a look.  On today's episode we're diving into the beautiful truth that Jesus became human and made his dwelling among us.  We hope that you'll find encouragement and focus on the true meaning

Dec 6, 2021 • 21:39

Dwell #112: The One Who Makes the Promise - Katie Guiliano

Dwell #112: The One Who Makes the Promise - Katie Guiliano

The Bible is full of beautiful words - and today's guest, Katie Guiliano, has made it her mission to translate that beauty into intentional tools that draw us further into scripture.  Katie is the founder of Hosanna Revival.  Her company has the most gorgeous bibles, journals, devos, and more!  Give today's episode a listen and then go check her out!Here's what we're talking about today!-Personal examples of persistence-When you plant the seeds but someone else reaps the harv

Nov 29, 2021 • 17:46

Dwell #111: The Harvest You're Actually Promised - Katie Guiliano

Dwell #111: The Harvest You're Actually Promised - Katie Guiliano

The Bible is full of beautiful words - and today's guest, Katie Guiliano, has made it her mission to translate that beauty into intentional tools that draw us further into scripture.  Katie is the founder of Hosanna Revival.  Her company has the most gorgeous bibles, journals, devos, and more!  Give today's episode a listen and then go check her out!Here's what we're talking about today!-The commonly used phrase, "You reap what you sow."-Our understanding of what ha

Nov 22, 2021 • 14:49

Dwell #110: Beauty In The Word - Katie Guiliano

Dwell #110: Beauty In The Word - Katie Guiliano

The Bible is full of beautiful words - and today's guest, Katie Guiliano, has made it her mission to translate that beauty into intentional tools that draw us further into scripture.  Katie is the founder of Hosanna Revival.  Her company has the most gorgeous bibles, journals, devos, and more!  Give today's episode a listen and then go check her out!Here's what we're talking about today!-How Hosanna Revival began-Persistence in day to day work life-The goodness of God to know

Nov 15, 2021 • 16:32

Dwell #109: Advent Blocks - Clayton Greene & Chris Pappalardo

Dwell #109: Advent Blocks - Clayton Greene & Chris Pappalardo

The countdown to Christmas is on, and you're not going to want to miss this episode. Special guests, Chris and Clayton from the Advent Blocks team are joining us to talk about how we can keep Jesus central throughout the Christmas season.  Advent Blocks help kids and parents anticipate the birth of Jesus, and not just presents.  Here's what we're talking about today!- What is Advent?- How Advent Blocks were created and how they work- A special promo code for Dwell listeners- ** SP

Nov 8, 2021 • 21:37

Dwell #108: Heavenly Deposits - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #108: Heavenly Deposits - Vera & Natalie

Welcome to November! It's time for a new verse! We're inching towards the holidays and we want yo to hear what this verse has to say about persistence and handling weariness. Here's what we're talking about today!- Persistence in your every day life- Healthy ways to handle weariness- Heavenly deposits put toward our eternal life- An Advent teaser!L e t // u s // n o t // b e c o m e // w e a r yi n // d o i n g // g o o d,f o r // a t // t h e // p r o p e r // t i m ew e //

Nov 1, 2021 • 21:07

Dwell #107: Refinement - Lindsay May

Dwell #107: Refinement - Lindsay May

Lindsay is wrapping up our time together with a great episode today.  We're talking about some tough stuff - the kinds of things that bring refinement in our lives.  If you've loved chatting with Lindsay May this month, make sure to check her out at The Truly Co Magazine and Podcast (links below).Here's what we're talking about today!-Lessons from Lindsay's time in Israel-A literal back breaking experience-Practical ways to renew your spirit-How to encourage friends not

Oct 25, 2021 • 26:06

Dwell #106: Don't Stay Stagnant - Lindsay May

Dwell #106: Don't Stay Stagnant - Lindsay May

It's a joy to continue my chat with Lindsay May today.  We're digging deeper into what the purpose of renewal is in our lives.  Lindsay shares a great analogy about the importance of renewal with us and reminds us of the hope we have in the one who does the renewing.  Thanks for listening with us today.Here's what we're talking about today!-The purpose of renewal-Suffering in our lives-Hope in the unseenLinks from today's show:-The Truly Co Magazine-The Truly Co PodcastT

Oct 18, 2021 • 22:30

Dwell #105: Spiritual Renewal - Lindsay May

Dwell #105: Spiritual Renewal - Lindsay May

Meet my friend, Lindsay May! I've been WAITING to introduce you to her for way too long. She's the founder and publisher of The Truly Co. Magazine. It's just such a beautiful, inspiring magazine. I love it! Lindsay has assembled the most amazing team of writers, photographers, and artists to create the Truly Co. content. You'e going to love hearing from her.Here's what we're talking about today!-How Truly Co. began-Lindsay's passion for beauty and relatable sto

Oct 11, 2021 • 21:15

Dwell #104: What A Promise - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #104: What A Promise - Vera & Natalie

Welcome to October! It's time for a new verse! Jump in and hear a little bit of the behind the scenes of this month's memory verse, 2 Corinthians 4:16.Here's what we're talking about today!-The reason for this month's tattoo and print designs-A Dwell member must have-Leaning on the promise in this verse-How we can participate in our day by day renewalT h e r e f o r e  // w e // d o // n o tl o s e // h e a r t.T h o u g h // o u t w a r d l y w e // a r e // w a s t i n

Oct 4, 2021 • 18:20

Dwell #103: Scripture's World Wide Impact - Mark Farr

Dwell #103: Scripture's World Wide Impact - Mark Farr

We are so thankful for today's guest, Mark Farr, and for the work that he and his team are doing with Seed Company.   Seed Company's mission is to translate the Bible into every language of every people group, to the ends of the earth.  How amazing is that!? We are humbled to be able to partner with them in working towards this goal, and we can't wait for you to hear more from Mark this mont.Here's what we're talking about today!-Creating muscle memory for scripture-The

Sep 27, 2021 • 20:01

Dwell #102: The Sweetness of Scripture - Mark Farr

Dwell #102: The Sweetness of Scripture - Mark Farr

We are so thankful for today's guest, Mark Farr, and for the work that he and his team are doing with Seed Company.   Seed Company's mission is to translate the Bible into every language of every people group, to the ends of the earth.  How amazing is that!? We are humbled to be able to partner with them in working towards this goal, and we can't wait for you to hear more from Mark this mont. Here's what we're talking about today!-Why can't we just use Google transl

Sep 20, 2021 • 18:43

Dwell #101: Heroes On The Ground - Mark Farr

Dwell #101: Heroes On The Ground - Mark Farr

We are so thankful for today's guest, Mark Farr, and for the work that he and his team are doing with Seed Company.   Seed Company's mission is to translate the Bible into every language of every people group, to the ends of the earth.  How amazing is that!? We are humbled to be able to partner with them in working towards this goal, and we can't wait for you to hear more from Mark this month.  Here's what we're talking about today!-Mark's journey of bringing Bible

Sep 13, 2021 • 18:03

Dwell #100: Why It Matters - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #100: Why It Matters - Vera & Natalie

It's a new month.  Are you ready to dive into Deuteronomy 11:18a with us!? Let's get God's words into our hearts and minds. Here's what we're talking about today!-Why scripture memorization is important-How the words we've memorized come back to us and impact our lives-Some of the surprises we've encountered along the way as Dwell has grown-The verses that Vera & Natalie find themselves coming back to over and over again-Our goal for Dwell members to memori

Sep 6, 2021 • 19:20

Meet Ruthie : Dwell Designer - Ruthie Haas

Meet Ruthie : Dwell Designer - Ruthie Haas

Have you ever wondered how the Dwell designs are created?Ruthie is here to answer that question for you today!  Take few minute to meet our sweet friend and hear some behind the scenes info on how the memory verse designs are created.Members! Don't miss out on your freebies!  Go over to our site, log in, and take a look at the Member Shop.  We've got digital downloads for your phone and computer - plus a new coloring sheet every month.  Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at Dwel

Aug 30, 2021 • 19:39

Access Granted - Jenny McGee

Access Granted - Jenny McGee

This month Jenny McGee, founder of Starfish Project, joins Natalie to discuss 2 Timothy 1:7.  Starfish Project exists to help exploited women and girls experience freedom, establish independence and develop careers.  This amazing organization came about when Jenny took a bold step of faith to help those around her.Here's what we're talking about today!-A big anniversary for Starfish Project-Walking daily with the Spirit -The amazing truth that we have access to God and his power-Ways t

Aug 23, 2021 • 20:28

Must Be the Spirit - Jenny McGee

Must Be the Spirit - Jenny McGee

This month Jenny McGee, founder of Starfish Project, joins Natalie to discuss 2 Timothy 1:7.  Starfish Project exists to help exploited women and girls experience freedom, establish independence and develop careers.  This amazing organization came about when Jenny took a bold step of faith to help those around her.Here's what we're talking about today!-Unexpected opposites within the verse.-Releasing control and fear of failure.-The work that Starfish Project is doing within brothels,

Aug 16, 2021 • 16:59

Be Bold - Jenny McGee

Be Bold - Jenny McGee

This month Jenny McGee, founder of Starfish Project, joins Natalie to discuss 2 Timothy 1:7.  Starfish Project exists to help exploited women and girls experience freedom, establish independence and develop careers.  This amazing organization came about when Jenny took a bold step of faith to help those around her.Here's what we're talking about today!-The Dwell Differently + Starfish Project necklace collaboration.-The creation of Starfish Project in Asia.-How the jewelry is helping t

Aug 9, 2021 • 14:12

Empowered by the Spirit - Vera & Natalie

Empowered by the Spirit - Vera & Natalie

This month we are talking about how God's own Spirit lives in us, giving us power, love, and self-discipline. Oh YEAH! Vera and Nat take you through each of these concepts, talking about which of these gifts of the Spirit speaks most to them, why this verse only tackles three gifts of the Spirit, and even the why some translations have sound mind instead of self-discipline. It's some good stuff people.Can't wait to get going on this verse:F o r  //  t h e  //  S p i r i t  G o d

Aug 2, 2021 • 20:22

The Art of the Gracious "No" - Alli Worthington

The Art of the Gracious "No" - Alli Worthington

This episode is so so good.  Alli is bringing it home and wrapping up her last episode with us by leaving us with some very encouraging tips on how to put rest into practice.  She's giving us permission to offer a gracious "no" when we need to.  She's encouraging us to take care of what's in front of us.  And, she's even suggesting that we make a "stop doing" list.  We hope that this verse and these conversations have encouraged you to find rest this month

Jul 26, 2021 • 14:49

Patterns of Rest - Alli Worthington

Patterns of Rest - Alli Worthington

It's summer.  Maybe that means a slower pace and relaxing days... Or... maybe that means new patterns and routines and a faster-than-normal post pandemic pace.  Whatever your schedule looks like these days, we bet you'd benefit from finding a healthy pattern of rest.Today we're talking about biblical rest. What is it and how do we work towards it?   Alli has some great tips for us.Find out more about Alli Worthington here.r e t u r n // t o // y o u r // r e s tm y // s o u l f o

Jul 19, 2021 • 14:11

Quality Freak Out Time - Alli Worthington

Quality Freak Out Time - Alli Worthington

Do you need to schedule some "quality freak out time"?We can't wait for you to hear about how important it can be from this month's featured guest, Alli Worthington. She's an author, speaker, coach, wife, and busy mom of 5 sons.And we just love her! She has so much to teach us about what it looks like to really rest. She's got so much wisdom on this topic, in fact, she wrote the book about it; it's called Breaking Busy : How To Find Peace & Purpose in a Wor

Jul 12, 2021 • 14:40

Need Some Rest? - Vera & Natalie

Need Some Rest? - Vera & Natalie

Summer is in full swing, life's pace is picking up in this post pandemic time, and this verse is bringing us something that we need : R E S T.  If you're a long time listener, you know that this first week of the month is always Vera & Natalie (Dwell Co-Founders/sisters) introducing the new verse to us and sharing some of their thoughts.  We are eager to jump into Psalm 116:7 with you all this month.  May your soul find rest as you memorize and learn about this verse.*Get Out of Yo

Jul 5, 2021 • 21:28

Released From My Courtroom - Ruth Chou Simons

Released From My Courtroom - Ruth Chou Simons

Oh friends.  This is a good one.  The final part of our verse leads us to the discussion of forgiveness.  We've all been there, in a spot where we need to forgive, or move towards forgiveness, but sometimes it is HARD!  We hope that today's episode will be encouraging to you in all the right ways.  We're thankful for Ruth's vulnerability and wisdom that she has shared today and throughout the month of June.  If you missed any of her past episodes, go take a quick listen!b e /

Jun 28, 2021 • 18:50

A Posture of Kindness - Ruth Chou Simons

A Posture of Kindness - Ruth Chou Simons

Be kind and compassionate.  Ok...but...how? What exactly is kindness, and how can we muster that up all on our own?   These are the things we're diving into today with Ruth Chou Simons.  We all encounter people who are difficult to be kind and compassionate towards.  That's just life.  But what we believe about God and the posture that we take towards those people,  impacts why and how we can show kindness.Find out more about Ruth Chou Simons here.b e // k i n d // a n d // c o m p a s

Jun 21, 2021 • 16:35

Beauty in the Word - Ruth Chou Simons

Beauty in the Word - Ruth Chou Simons

We are thrilled to introduce you to our June Dwell Guest, Ruth Chou Simons! You may know her from  her art and lifestyle brand, Gracelaced, or from some of her recent writings such as Beholding and Becoming or Foundations.  If you don't know her yet, today is a great opportunity to hear from her and to be encouraged!In today's episode Ruth is sharing her eye for beauty with us.  We love connecting with other artists who are working toward drawing us closer to God and his Word.  You&apo

Jun 14, 2021 • 13:24

Simple, But Hard - Vera & Natalie

Simple, But Hard - Vera & Natalie

At first glance, the application of our verse this month seems simple.  But when we really break it down... it's actually a little more tricky than we'd like to admit! Kindness, compassion, forgiveness—can we do it? Not on our own. But, because of what Jesus as done for us, there's hope.  We can't wait to dig into this with you more today and throughout June!B e // k i n d  a n d  // c o m p a s s i o n a t e t o //  o n e //  a n o t h e r ,   f o r g i v i n g  //  e a c h

Jun 7, 2021 • 19:52

Special: KID Guests! - The Bush Family

Special: KID Guests! - The Bush Family

A few weeks ago we received the sweetest letters from a few of our youngest Dwell members.  They shared with us how much they love using their Dwell kits to memorize scripture.  We were so excited about what they share with us that we knew we had to turn around and share it with you today!  Enjoy our chat with the Busch family kids.  We know you'll be as encouraged as we were.D o // n o t // c o n f o r m t o // t h e // p a t t e r n // o f // t h i s // w o r l db u t // b e // t r a n s

May 31, 2021 • 20:00

Renewing Your Mind - Crystal Paine

Renewing Your Mind - Crystal Paine

These show notes are going to be GOLD for you today! Crystal wraps up her last interview with us by sharing a huge list of tips for cramming as much of God's word into your mind as possible.  Check those resources out below!Daily Light, Morning & Evening Edition by Samuel BagsterShe Reads Truth & He Reads Truth daily reading plansYouVersion Bible AppBible GatewayFirst 5 AppLearn more about Crystal here.Check out Crystal's new book, Love Centered Parenting.Listen to The Crystal

May 24, 2021 • 19:17

How Would "Loved You" Live? - Crystal Paine

How Would "Loved You" Live? - Crystal Paine

We don't want to give all the good stuff from today's episode away... but here's one of our favorite tidbits.During our chat, Crystal mentions that she often thinks of the question, " How would 'loved me' live?".  Pushing out the lies, and leaning into the truth that you are loved by God; how would that impact your life? Renewing our minds with scriptural truth makes all the difference.Learn more about Crystal here.Check out Crystal's new book, Love Center

May 17, 2021 • 13:50

Seeking Discernment - Crystal Paine

Seeking Discernment - Crystal Paine

Ready to meet our May Featured Guest? Let us introduce you to Crystal Paine!  Crystal is a wife, mom, speaker, author, and online entrepreneur.  You may know her as The Money Saving Mom, or as the author of Love Centered Parenting.  Today we're talking about our verse, Romans 12:2, and how the discernment of God's will has played out in Crystal's life over the past few years.  Thanks for listening!Learn more about Crystal here.Check out Crystal's new book, Love Centered Paren

May 10, 2021 • 16:29

He Showed Up - Vera & Natalie

He Showed Up - Vera & Natalie

New month, new verse!Today we're diving in to talk about Romans 12:2.  Vera & Natalie share personal experiences of times when they were wrestling through discerning God's will for their lives.D o // n o t // c o n f o r mt o // t h e // p a t t e r n o f // t h i s // w o r l db u t // b e // t r a n s f o r m e db y // t h e // r e n e w i n g  o f // y o u r // m i n d . T h e n // y o u // w i l l b e // a b l e // t o  // t e s t   a n d //  a p p r o v e  // w h a t G o d ’ s

May 3, 2021 • 21:26

Are You There? - Christine Gordon

Are You There? - Christine Gordon

Just beyond our verse, Romans 8:31, we find a list of things that often times feel like they can separate us from God.  What's on your list? Stress? Anxiety? You name it- it's included in the "N O T H I N G" that can detach you from God and his love for you.We have been so blessed by our time with Christine Gordon this month, and we hope that you have been as well.  If you'd like to learn more from Chris, go check out At His Feet Studies, for a list of her studies.  We k

Apr 26, 2021 • 20:57

These Things - Christine Gordon

These Things - Christine Gordon

We're digging deeper this week! If you've got a Bible handy, pop it open to Romans 8 and join us in our chat about what Paul refers to as "these things".  Chris is bringing the truth today, and we are here for it.Bonus - she's sharing a little bit more about how and why she wrote her study on Romans with her friend, Hope.  Enjoy!W h a t // t h e ns h a l l // w e // s a yi n // r e s p o n s et o // t h e s e // t h i n g s ?I f // G o d  // i s f o r // u s // w h o //

Apr 19, 2021 • 18:36

Answering Life's Big Questions - Christine Gordon

Answering Life's Big Questions - Christine Gordon

Meet Christine Gordon. Chris writes Bible studies for At His Feet Studies—including one on the book of Romans. So you better believe that we're excited to pick her brain about this month's verse from Romans.  Today we get to know Chris' story just a bit. If you're someone who always asks the "why" questions, you'll really relate to our discussion today.  Chris grew up with that question always on the forefront of her mind, and we are so thankful that she did. H

Apr 12, 2021 • 18:12

Someone Who's For Us - Vera & Natalie

Someone Who's For Us - Vera & Natalie

Our lives can feel full of things working against us.  Internal things. External things. Things unseen.  We NEED someone to be FOR us! And, good news, that's exactly what this month's verse tells us: God is for us.  He's bigger than every  hardship or worry.  Though we are unfaithful, he remains steady.Thank you for listening and memorizing with us this month. We're so glad you're here!-Vera & NatW h a t // t h e ns h a l l // w e // s a yi n // r e s p o n s et o //

Apr 5, 2021 • 18:05

Easter Traditions - Vera & Natalie

Easter Traditions - Vera & Natalie

How do you celebrate Easter? Do you have a certain candy that you always get? Is there a church service you look forward to each year?Vera & Natalie share some of their favorite Easter traditions with us in today's episode. They've got everything from creepy bunny costumes to a special recipe your kids will love!  Thanks for listening - we hope that you experience the victory of the cross this Easter. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldiffe

Mar 29, 2021 • 15:10

Forgiven! - Curtis Gilbert

Forgiven! - Curtis Gilbert

There could not be any better news to share with you than this: as children of Jesus, we are forgiven! Once and for all. His wounds have healed us! That is true on the days you feel it and on the days you don't.If you've ever wondered how to become a Christian, Pastor Curtis gives us the low down on what that looks like. It's both simple and profound. We hope you enjoy this final interview with Curtis Gilbert.  Thanks for listening!b u t // h e // w a s // p i e r c e d f o r // o

Mar 22, 2021 • 14:11

What's So Good About Good Friday? - Curtis Gilbert

What's So Good About Good Friday? - Curtis Gilbert

What exactly is Good Friday? Why do we call it that? If you've ever wondered this, or maybe you've been asked this question, but weren't really sure how to answer it, today's chat is going to help you out!The day of celebration is coming, but we can't get there without first going through this sacrifice of Good Friday. We can't wait to look at this day through the lens of Easter.b u t // h e // w a s // p i e r c e d f o r // o u r // t r a n s g r e s s i o n s,h e

Mar 15, 2021 • 15:28

Finding Peace - Curtis Gilbert

Finding Peace - Curtis Gilbert

It's time to introduce you to our March featured guest, Curtis Gilbert!Pastor Curtis our very own cofounder, Vera Schmitz's, pastor. He's Senior Pastor of the Journey Church in St. Louis, MO.Today, Pastor Curtis is helping us to look towards the victory of Easter that's just around the corner. He shares some of his own story of how he personally experienced the peace and healing of Jesus in his own life. We can't wait for you to meet him, he is both deep and lighthearted

Mar 8, 2021 • 13:30

Hard But Hopeful - Vera & Natalie

Hard But Hopeful - Vera & Natalie

Easter is just around the corner, and we plan to spend the nest few weeks setting our eyes and hearts on the cross.  Our verse holds both hard AND hopeful truth in it and we can't wait to unpack it with you.b u t // h e // w a s // p i e r c e d // f o r // o u r  t r a n s g r e s s i o n s,h e // w a s // c r u s h e d // f o r // o u ri n i q u i t i e s;t h e // p u n i s h m e n t // t h a t // b r o u g h tu s // p e a c e // w a s // o n // h i m,a n d // b y // h i s // w o u n d s

Mar 1, 2021 • 15:42

Children of Light - Kristy Cambron

Children of Light - Kristy Cambron

We're wrapping up our time with Kristy Cambron  by talking about what it means to "live as children of light". You'll find some practical applications and some personal stories in today's conversation. What does this part of our memory verse mean to you? How are you a child of light? Don't be shy- share! Talking about this topic and holding one another accountable plays right into living this out!f o r // y o u // w e r e // o n c eD A R K N E S Sb u t // n o w // y

Feb 22, 2021 • 18:03

Map Your Bible! - Kristy Cambron

Map Your Bible! - Kristy Cambron

You're going to want to grab your pen and your Bible for this episode! Kristy Cambron is taking us on a Bible-mapping journey.  In this episode she breaks down the 5 steps to verse mapping. It is super practical and really simple. In this episode, Natalie and Kristy go deep with our verse discussion and actually verse map Ephesians 5:8 together. Do try this at home! We would love to know how you like it, so drop us a review or shoot us an email (dwell@dwelldifferently.com)!f o r // y o u //

Feb 15, 2021 • 22:35

Stories of Light - Kristy Cambron

Stories of Light - Kristy Cambron

Friends, we are just so excited to introduce you to Kristy Cambron! Kristy is an author who writes both fiction and non-fiction (a rare talent, for sure). It's not often you can read award-winning fiction and engage the Biblical text in deep study with the same author.  But Kristy does both, using her aptitude for research to create engaging stories and thorough Bible studies. We love what she's doing, and we're pretty sure you'll love her too.Give today's episode a list

Feb 8, 2021 • 14:14

Live in the Light - Vera & Natalie

Live in the Light - Vera & Natalie

Happy February! We're on to our 2nd verse of the year:f o r // y o u // w e r e // o n c eD A R K N E S Sb u t // n o w // y o u // a r eL I G H Ti n // t h e // l o r d.l i v e // a s // c h i l d r e n // o f // l i g h tEPHESIANS 5:8This month we're going to break down what it means to "live as children of light", and we're going to dig into all that the light does. It reveals, it heals, it encourages growth... it's where we're meant to be! Thanks so much fo

Feb 1, 2021 • 16:01

Life on Life - Tracy Sullivan

Life on Life - Tracy Sullivan

How exactly do you encourage others? And what about taking it one step further; how do you encourage others in the Lord, making disciples!?Tracy is the girl to help us unpack these questions! During today's episode, we dig into the  context of our verse in order to get to the practical application. We take a look at Paul's example of encouraging others. We hope you'll learn about what it looks like to live life on life, inviting others into the gospel and into our own, every day l

Jan 27, 2021 • 22:12

Linking Arms - Tracy Sullivan

Linking Arms - Tracy Sullivan

Last week Tracy left us with a cliff hanger question:"Who are the people that have had the most influence in your life?"Are they famous authors? People in high leadership positions? Or are they teachers, mentors, friends, family members? In this episode we discuss how important relationships are and the role that they play in discipleship and leadership.Want to know more about Tracy? Find out more here:Tracy's  websiteInstagram: @tracysullivandiscipleshipNEW book!:  Small Batch Di

Jan 20, 2021 • 13:46

It's the Little Things - Tracy Sullivan

It's the Little Things - Tracy Sullivan

Do you have any friends that you are just deeply thankful for? The kind who share wisdom and truth, the kind who push hard for community? Today's guest, Tracy Sullivan, is one of those people.  This girl is passionate about the Word, about discipleship, and about community. We know you're gonna live her just  as much as we do.Give today's episode a listen, and take a few minutes to answer Tracy's cliff hanger question at the end!Want to know more about Tracy? Find out more he

Jan 13, 2021 • 15:54

Be the Encourager - Vera & Natalie

Be the Encourager - Vera & Natalie

Happy New Year, friends! The name of the game this month is ENCOURAGEMENT! We've got a new verse for you and we've got some great suggestions for how you can be an encourager. We can't wait to learn more and more about 1 Thessalonians 5:11 with you.t h e r e f o r e // e n c o u r a g e // o n e a n o t h e r // a n d // b u i l d // e a c h o t h e r // u p, // j u s t // a s // i nf a c t // y o u // a r e // d o i n g.1 thessalonians 5:11Support the showFollow Natalie & Ver

Jan 6, 2021 • 16:35

Dwell #65: Hindsight on 2020 - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #65: Hindsight on 2020 - Vera & Natalie

Before we close the door on 2020, let's take a quick look back at what the Lord has done this year.  It wan't an easy year, but we are certain that there has been holy work done through all that we've experienced.  Our memory verses have helped to root us to the Lord this year and we hope that they've done the same for you! Here are some questions to get you thinking:What particular verses impacted you the most this year?How have you seen God show up this year?What have you l

Dec 30, 2020 • 17:36

Dwell #64: The Nature of Our God - Mary Wiley

Dwell #64: The Nature of Our God - Mary Wiley

What we believe about God impacts every decision that we make.  God is so good to give us his word so that we can know who he is! It has been a gift to spend time talking about God; the Alpha and Omega, who is, and who was, and who is to come, with Mary Wiley this month!Find more about Mary here:Mary's websiteInstagram: @MarycwileyPodcast: Everyday Theology + Questions Kids AskSupport the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Dec 23, 2020 • 22:09

Dwell #63: In the Middle - Mary Wiley

Dwell #63: In the Middle - Mary Wiley

Week #2 with Mary Wiley - and it's a good one!During our chat with Mary today, she so wisely reminds us that no matter what we feel like we're "in the middle" of, we can know for certain what - or who - is at the beginning and the end. It's Jesus. He's the Alpha and the Omega, just like it says in our verse this month!"I am the Alpha and the Omega," says the Lord God,  "who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty." - Revelation 1:8Find

Dec 16, 2020 • 15:24

Dwell #62: Part of A Bigger Story - Mary Wiley

Dwell #62: Part of A Bigger Story - Mary Wiley

Today, we welcome, Mary Wiley, our December featured guest, to the podcast!Mary is the author of Everyday Theology, she's a podcast host, a wife and mama, a student of God's word, and a gifted teacher!  Mary is passionate about knowing what we believe, why we believe it, and why it matters. You'll be blessed to hear her story of how she came to faith through a difficult season in life. We can't wait to chat more with Mary this month!Find more about Mary here:Mary's websi

Dec 9, 2020 • 15:41

Dwell #61: So Long, 2020 - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #61: So Long, 2020 - Vera & Natalie

"Who is, and who was, and who is to come."What a comfort this December verse is! 2020 has been a doozy, y'all. But, we haven't walked this crazy road alone. God, in his unchanging character, has met us time and time again.  As we chose our 2020 memory verses last year, we could never have imagined how perfectly timed they would be! We have already prayed over and chosen our 2021 verses- and we promise we only picked realllly light hearted, easy ones! Just kidding (but we are

Dec 2, 2020 • 13:58

Dwell #60: The Word In Action - Wren Robbins

Dwell #60: The Word In Action - Wren Robbins

We have to know the word of God. Why? Because Jesus tells us that it's what we live on! Not just bread, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.Natalie and Wren are breaking down our verse and getting practical in today's episode. How exactly do we live on the word? Wren graciously shares with us a few ways that the word has been life to her during everyday moments and during difficult trials.We have loved dwelling on Matthew 4:4 with you and with Wren this month. If you hav

Nov 25, 2020 • 19:17

Dwell #59: Fighting Words - Wren Robbins

Dwell #59: Fighting Words - Wren Robbins

Pop Quiz! Do you know what's happening to Jesus as he shares Matthew 4:4 with us? Context is so important and we are answering this question for you in today's podcast with Wren Robbins.Jesus tells us that we are not meant to live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of God. Scripture is not just important, it is crucial. It's our weapon against the enemy. It's our source of truth. It's our life line.  As Wren shares, it's not a matter of IF yo

Nov 18, 2020 • 15:17

Dwell #58: What We Desperately Need - Wren Robbins

Dwell #58: What We Desperately Need - Wren Robbins

We are pumped to introduce you to our November Dwell guest, Wren Robbins! Wren is not new to the world of podcasts. In fact, she is  a Podcast Coach AND she's also the host of her own podcast- Friends of a Feather. Today we're talking about just how desperately we need the Word to nourish us. Not just sometimes, not just when we're feeling a little out of sorts, but DAILY!  As always, this is just the first of three episodes chatting with our featured guest. Join us  each week as

Nov 11, 2020 • 15:24

Dwell #57: Words of Life - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #57: Words of Life - Vera & Natalie

Happy November! We could not be more excited to share this month's verse with you!Jesus answered; "It is written: 'Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" -Matthew 4:4While this month is often filled with feasting on good food, we will also be dwelling on the idea that God's word is our true feast.  It's not the turkey and mashed potatoes that will keep us full- it's the very word of God. We are eager to sha

Nov 4, 2020 • 16:31

Dwell #56: Whole and Holy Thoughts - Kristin Funston

Dwell #56: Whole and Holy Thoughts - Kristin Funston

Today we're wrapping up our thoughts on the fruit of the Spirit, and hearing a few helpful tips from author, Kristin Funston.  Listen to today's episode to hear four helpful strategies that Kristin uses to help keep her mind focused on what's true.  We hope that you've been blessed by memorizing and dwelling on Galations 5:22-23 this month!Read more from Kristin:www.kristinfunson.com*book noted in episode:Nice: Why We Love to Be Liked and How God Calls Us to MoreBy Sharon Hod

Oct 28, 2020 • 21:36

Dwell #55: Fruit We Cannot Manufacture - Kristin Funston

Dwell #55: Fruit We Cannot Manufacture - Kristin Funston

This week we're diving deeper into the fruits of the Spirit with Kristin Funston! We're getting nitty gritty and talking about which fruits feel harder or easier for us to let show in our lives.  Which one has been a struggle for you lately? Love? Joy? Peace? Maybe it's a few (or all of them)!  Listen in today for some encouragement about where these fruits truly come from in our lives.To hear more from Kristin, check out her site here.Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at

Oct 21, 2020 • 17:57

Dwell #54: Stop Striving - Kristin Funston

Dwell #54: Stop Striving - Kristin Funston

Meet our member of the month, Kristin Funston! Kristin is a Christian author, speaker, web designer, and regular contributor to multiple popular blogs. She's been featured on sites such as The Better Mom, City Moms Blog, FaithIt, TODAY Parenting, and Scary Mommy. Today we're getting to know Kristin and hearing about how the fruits of the Spirit are a welcomed rest for our souls. To learn more about Kristin, check out her site and join us over the month of October as we chat with her we

Oct 14, 2020 • 15:07

Dwell #53: The Fruit of the Spirit - Vera & Natalie

Dwell #53: The Fruit of the Spirit - Vera & Natalie

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.Galatians 5:22-23New month. New verse! We're jumping in and talking all about the fruits of the Spirit today. This list can sometimes feel intimidating, can't it? But when the Spirit is at work in us, and we step out in faith to allow these fruits to grow, amazing things can happen.  We can't wait to see what God's goin

Oct 7, 2020 • 15:02

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