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What Does Pilgrimage Mean in the Bible? | Hearing Jesus

Episode Summary

Why would anyone travel across the world to meet with God when He's already right there with them? It's a fair question, and one Rachael has heard for years.

In this bonus episode, Rachael opens up a six week series taking you behind the scenes of her Bible study live trips to Rome. Before she gets into the details of the trip itself, she wants you to understand something the modern church has mostly set down: the spiritual practice of pilgrimage.

Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 105: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

It can sometimes be difficult to have faith when we feel that God is silent. Psalm 105 reminds us to look back at the ways God has been faithful to us throughout our lives. That act of remembering can be the catalyst to having the faith we need to move forward in the hard seasons.

Today’s Key Verse:

Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done. Psalm 105:1

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Friday: God Fights My Battles:  Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

End your week anchored in peace and presence. This episode invites listeners to release their burdens and find rest in God’s care. With each affirmation and verse, you’re reminded that you’re not alone—God’s strength, love, and renewal are available right where you are. It’s time to stop striving and start resting in His goodness.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Affirmations for rest, renewal, an...

Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 104: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

Psalm 104 is a beautiful meditation on the Creation story, but from the perspective of after the fall. As we look to the parallels, we can be encouraged that we have a Creator who loves us as His creation. God reveals His love for us through this psalm.

Today’s Key Verse:

 I will sing to the Lord all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live. Psalm 104:33

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Thursday: Using My Life For God: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

You were created on purpose—for a purpose. In this episode of Daily Affirmations, we focus on walking with intention, clarity, and wisdom, grounded

in God’s truth. Whether you’re questioning your calling or navigating a new season, these affirmations help you trust God’s plan, listen for His guidance, and move forward with boldness.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠⁠⁠⁠

God created you for...

Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 103: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

Even though we don’t deserve it, we serve a God whose compassion and love for us will never fade. Today we look at the ways Psalm 103 showcases God’s love for us. Our response to God’s love should always be praise because God loves us because of who HE is and not because of what we do.

Today’s Key Verse:

The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. Psalm 103:8

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Wednesday: I Will Trust God: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

In today’s Wednesday Affirmations episode, Rachael leads listeners through declarations of peace, trust, and confidence grounded in Scripture. As the world feels overwhelming, these affirmations anchor the listener in God’s promises. From surrendering anxiety to trusting God’s timing, each statement is followed by a full Bible verse designed to renew faith and calm the heart. This episode is a gentle reminder that God’s peace isn’t just a feeling—it’s a promise.

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Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 102: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

We all have hard seasons when we need some hope to hold onto. So many of us are holding onto false hope though. Today we walk through a lament psalm that points us to hope in the one who holds our hearts. 

Today’s Key Verse:

But you, Lord, sit enthroned forever;   your renown endures through all generations. Psalm 102:12

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Tuesday- Peace That the World Doesn't Understand: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

This Tuesday episode offers powerful, Scripture-based affirmations to help you step into your week with boldness, peace, and purpose. As the world demands more, God invites you to rely on His strength. Through these promises, you’re reminded that you are never alone, never powerless, and never without purpose.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus

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Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 101: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

While the Bible is full of leadership, some good and some, well, not-so-good, today we look at the qualifications of a good leader. Psalm 101 provides for us a list of what to look for in a leader and what to embody as a leader. The Psalms reveal the characteristics of the heart of a leader that is after God’s heart. 

Today’s Key Verse:

I will sing of your love and justice; to you, O Lord, I will sing praise. Psalm 1...

Monday- Set Free by Jesus: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

Start your day with confidence, peace, and purpose through these Daily Affirmations for Adults. Each episode is a short but powerful way to realign your heart and mind with biblical truth. Speak life over your day, renew your faith, and step into God’s promises with Scripture-based affirmations.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠

Here are your Monday affirmations. I will read the phrase...

Sunday: I Receive God's Wisdom:  Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations

Today is about looking ahead with God. Before the week begins, we pause and place what’s coming into His hands. These affirmations are meant to help you enter the week grounded, attentive, and trusting God to lead you one day at a time.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus

Repeat after me, then listen to the Bible verse.

I place this coming week in God’s hands.

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Saturday Affirmations: The Lord Is My Strength: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

As we slow down today, this is a chance to look back over the week with God. Not to replay everything or overthink it, but to notice where He met you, where He carried you, and where His grace showed up. Let these affirmations help you reflect with honesty and gratitude.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus

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When God Meets You on the Road: Hearing God, Bible Study 

Today Rachael chats with Susan and Maria, two women who each came to Italy in search of something more. God met them in that place, and they share their experiences of what it was like to go on a pilgrimage. Rachael and the ladies share some heart felt moments that the Lord moved in some pretty special ways.

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Friday: I Am Safe In God's Hands:  Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

End your week anchored in peace and presence. This episode invites listeners to release their burdens and find rest in God’s care. With each affirmation and verse, you’re reminded that you’re not alone—God’s strength, love, and renewal are available right where you are. It’s time to stop striving and start resting in His goodness.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠⁠⁠

Affirmations for res...

Hearing God With Your Spouse: Hearing God, Bible Study 

Today Rachael chats with her dear friends who experienced an incredible experience together in their marriage. The encouragement this conversation offers helps us understand how God wants us to experience Him together with our spouse, in order to grow our marriage. 

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Thursday: I Do Everything To Glorify God: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

You were created on purpose—for a purpose. In this episode of Daily Affirmations, we focus on walking with intention, clarity, and wisdom, grounded

in God’s truth. Whether you’re questioning your calling or navigating a new season, these affirmations help you trust God’s plan, listen for His guidance, and move forward with boldness.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠⁠⁠

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Counterfeit Oil: Hearing God, Bible Study 

In part two of a two part mini-series, Rachael talks about the danger of counterfeit oil. Told through the lens of what the Lord taught her on location in Italy, Rachael encourages listeners to not allow the enemy to tempt them to be satisfied with the counterfeit version of the truth. A powerful episode with a real life application, this episode will help you understand Rachael’s heart for believers to really understand the gospel truth.

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Wednesday: God Renews My Strength: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

In today’s Wednesday Affirmations episode, Rachael leads listeners through declarations of peace, trust, and confidence grounded in Scripture. As the world feels overwhelming, these affirmations anchor the listener in God’s promises. From surrendering anxiety to trusting God’s timing, each statement is followed by a full Bible verse designed to renew faith and calm the heart. This episode is a gentle reminder that God’s peace isn’t just a feeling—it’s a promise.

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The Importance of Community: Hearing God, Bible Study 

In part one of a two part mini-series, Rachael talks about the importance of community in our Christian walk. As believers, we were created for relationships- with God and with each other. In this episode, she shares a powerful lesson that the Lord taught her, that helps us understand the way we were created.

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Bible study, Christian affirmations, prayer, devotionals, hear God...

Tuesday- God's Grace is Sufficient for Me: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

This Tuesday episode offers powerful, Scripture-based affirmations to help you step into your week with boldness, peace, and purpose. As the world demands more, God invites you to rely on His strength. Through these promises, you’re reminded that you are never alone, never powerless, and never without purpose.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus

Today’s daily affirmations are for strength and conf...

An Invitation to Go Deeper: Hearing God, Bible Study 

This week we are taking a short break from the Psalm series, and chatting a little about what it means to hear God in a different environment. Rachael takes this week to share some lessons she learned about hearing God’s voice in community, and the importance of relationships in our walk with the Lord. In this episode, she shares from the heart about what God has in store this fall. Join us for some encouragement and a challenge to lean into this next season.

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Monday- God is Always With Me: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

Start your day with confidence, peace, and purpose through these Daily Affirmations for Adults. Each episode is a short but powerful way to realign your heart and mind with biblical truth. Speak life over your day, renew your faith, and step into God’s promises with Scripture-based affirmations.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠

Here are your Monday affirmations. I will read the phr...

Sunday: I Rely on God's Grace:  Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations

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Saturday: I Receive God's Mercy: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

As we slow down today, this is a chance to look back over the week with God. Not to replay everything or overthink it, but to notice where He met you, where He carried you, and where His grace showed up. Let these affirmations help you reflect with honesty and gratitude.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠⁠

Repeat after me, then listen to the Bible verse.

I thank God for walk...

Today I chat with my middle daughter, Addy, as she gives us a report on her mission trip around the world. Join me as we talk through what it means to be truly surrendered to the Lord, to allow Him full control, and what it means to be fully loved by a good, good father.

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Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 100: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

The beauty of the salvation message is that God makes it available for all people for all time. Today we look at Psalm 100 and the beautiful salvation message that produces in us hope and joy. God made us and we are His.

Today’s Key Verse:

Know that the Lord is God. It is He who made us, and we are His. Psalm 100:3a

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Friday- God Is My Refuge:  Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

End your week anchored in peace and presence. This episode invites listeners to release their burdens and find rest in God’s care. With each affirmation and verse, you’re reminded that you’re not alone—God’s strength, love, and renewal are available right where you are. It’s time to stop striving and start resting in His goodness.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠⁠

Affirmations for rest...

Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 99: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

Sometimes we are quick to pray but slow to listen. Today we look at the examples of Moses, Aaron, and Samuel who not only listened to God, but were obedient in what He told them to do. God answers prayer when we take the time to listen.

Today’s Key Verse:

They called on the Lord and He answered them. Psalm 99:6b

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Thursday: God's Plans Can Not Be Stopped: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

You were created on purpose—for a purpose. In this episode of Daily Affirmations, we focus on walking with intention, clarity, and wisdom, grounded

in God’s truth. Whether you’re questioning your calling or navigating a new season, these affirmations help you trust God’s plan, listen for His guidance, and move forward with boldness.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠⁠

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Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 98: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

Have you ever had moments where you asked the question, “What does God want me to do?” Or “Why don’t I feel fulfilled in my relationship with God?” Well, today, we are unpacking those questions and more.

Today’s Key Verse:

The Lord has made his salvation known and revealed his righteousness to the nations. Psalm 98:2

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Wednesday: I Have Peace in Christ: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

In today’s Wednesday Affirmations episode, Rachael leads listeners through declarations of peace, trust, and confidence grounded in Scripture. As the world feels overwhelming, these affirmations anchor the listener in God’s promises. From surrendering anxiety to trusting God’s timing, each statement is followed by a full Bible verse designed to renew faith and calm the heart. This episode is a gentle reminder that God’s peace isn’t just a feeling—it’s a promise.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on...

Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 97: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

Growing in our relationship with the Lord allows God’s glory to shine in our lives. When that light is present, it exposes the sin of the world around us and sometimes even in our own lives. Today we talk about that concept and what it looks like to love what God loves and hate what God hates.

Today’s Key Verse:

Let those that love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones a...

Tuesday- I Will Not Grow Weary: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

This Tuesday episode offers powerful, Scripture-based affirmations to help you step into your week with boldness, peace, and purpose. As the world demands more, God invites you to rely on His strength. Through these promises, you’re reminded that you are never alone, never powerless, and never without purpose.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus

Today’s daily affirmations are for strength and confidence for...

Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 96: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

As we celebrate God’s goodness in our lives, we can use those moments as an opportunity to share what God is doing with those around us. Our praise and testimony can be the very things God uses to draw others close, as praise motivates us to share God’s love with others.

Today’s Key Verse:

Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Psalm 96:2

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Monday- Never Alone: Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

Start your day with confidence, peace, and purpose through these Daily Affirmations for Adults. Each episode is a short but powerful way to realign your heart and mind with biblical truth. Speak life over your day, renew your faith, and step into God’s promises with Scripture-based affirmations.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠

Here are your Monday affirmations. I will read the phrase, then you rep...

Sunday- Inviting God Into Every Moment:  Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations

Today is about looking ahead with God. Before the week begins, we pause and place what’s coming into His hands. These affirmations are meant to help you enter the week grounded, attentive, and trusting God to lead you one day at a time.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus

Repeat after me, then listen to the Bible verse.

I place this coming week in G...

Saturday Contemplative: A New Kind of Life

Scripture: Acts 2:1–4

In this final episode of Living the Resurrection Life, we reflect on Pentecost and the coming of the Holy Spirit. The Resurrection story does not end at Easter. It continues through the power of the Spirit alive in believers today.

This contemplative prayer episode invites you to consider how God wants to fill and empower you, not just to survive, but to live fully in His strength and for His purposes. The same Spirit who fi...

Psalms for the Soul: Psalm 95: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Hearing Jesus  

In today’s psalm, we are reminded of the generation of people that wandered around in the wilderness. Their disobedience teaches us something powerful if we pay attention. There may be a reason why you are not hearing God’s voice clearly.

Today’s Key Verse:

Today if you hear his voice, do not harden your heart as you did. Psalm 95:8a

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Friday- God Guards My Peace:  Daily Affirmations, Christian Affirmations, Biblical Affirmations, Affirmations

End your week anchored in peace and presence. This episode invites listeners to release their burdens and find rest in God’s care. With each affirmation and verse, you’re reminded that you’re not alone—God’s strength, love, and renewal are available right where you are. It’s time to stop striving and start resting in His goodness.

AD-FREE Daily Affirmations can be found on my Patreon at: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/c/HearingJesus⁠

Affirmations for r...