Coffee and Bible Time Podcast

If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the Bible, inconsistent in your quiet time, or unsure how to truly enjoy reading scripture, this is where to start. Ellen Krause and Amanda Bible Williams discuss:
 how to stay consistent in Bible reading (without perfectionism)
 what to do when scripture feels intimidating or overwhelming 
 practical ways to engage more deeply with God’s Word 
 Why Bible journaling can be a helpful practice (even if you’re not a journaler) 
Whether you’re brand new to reading the Bible or trying to reconnect after feeling discouraged, our prayer is that this episode helps you feel equipped, encouraged, and invited back into God’s Word with fresh joy.
She Reads Truth Spiral-Bound Notetaking Bible

Scripture referenced:
Psalm 139

About Amanda Bible Williams:
SheReadsTruth.com | She Reads Truth Podcast | @SheReadsTruth | @BibleWilliams

Amanda's Bible study tools:
ESV Notetaking Bible | She Reads Truth CSB | NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible | MUJI 0.5 pens | She Reads Truth Bible Reading Plans
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If you’ve been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just plain exhausted, Psalm 23 offers a deeply comforting reminder: you are not walking through life alone.
Taylor joins Ellen to walk through one of the most beloved passages in Scripture—Psalm 23. From “green pastures” to “the valley of the shadow of death,” Psalm 23 paints a picture of a Shepherd who leads, protects, and stays near even in the hardest seasons of life.
Together, they talk about:
 what it means that the Lord is our Shepherd when life feels out of control 
 why anxiety often comes from our desire for control and certainty 
 how God invites us into real rest
 what it looks like to trust God in “valley seasons” that don’t end quickly 
 how Scripture redefines suffering as a place of God’s presence, not absence
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Resources:
Psalm 23 Free Download
A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 by Phillip Keller
Scripture referenced:
Ps. 23 | Prov. 3:5 | John 15:5 | Matt. 11:28 | Ps. 46:10 | Phil. 4:7 | Is. 43:2 | Ps. 34:18 | Rom. 8:28 | Is. 55:8-9 | Titus 3:5 | Matt. 11:28-30 | John 10:11
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In-Depth Bible Study Academy Course 1 
Course 1 is Foundations. Learn the foundations of the Bible to grow in your knowledge of the Bible.
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What happens when you love God but still struggle deeply with anxiety, trauma, or emotional exhaustion?
In this powerful episode, Victoria Arlen shares her extraordinary testimony of surviving a rare neurological illness—and the hidden mental health battle that followed her miracle recovery.
Through honest conversation and biblical encouragement, Ellen and Victoria explore:
 how God meets us in suffering, 
 why Christians don’t have to hide emotional pain, 
 the importance of therapy and safe support, 
 and how Scripture anchors us in seasons of fear and uncertainty. 
The View Is Worth It: Unlocking the Beauty in Life's Peaks and Valleys

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Scripture referenced:
Proverbs 3:5-6 | Hebrews 13:5 | Matthew 4:1
About Victoria Arlen:
Website | Resources
Victoria's Bible study tools:
Gratitude journal | Sticky notes | Colorful pens | YouVersion | Spotify/worship music
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In-Depth Bible Study Academy Course 1 
Course 1 is Foundations. Learn the foundations of the Bible to grow in your knowledge of the Bible.
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What if the way we talked about purity, shame, and identity left out something essential—healing? Dannah Gresh joins Ellen to talk honestly about sexual shame, God's truth, and the long-term impact of purity culture. 
Together, they explore what purity teaching got right, where it fell short, and how we can move forward with both truth and grace.
If you’ve ever struggled with shame, questioned your past, or wondered how to talk to your kids about these topics, this episode offers hope, clarity, and a path toward freedom in Christ.
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And the Bride Wore White: Seven Truths to Live in Sexual Integrity...No Matter Your Past by Dannah Gresh
Scripture referenced:
Acts 17:11 | Genesis 1:26-27 | Genesis 2:15-17 | Matthew 22:34-40 | Deuteronomy 6:7 |
James 5:16
About Dannah Gresh:
Website | True Girl | Instagram
Dannah's Bible Study Tools:

Wonder App | CSB | Papermate Flair | ESV Interleaved Bible | ReviveOurHearts.com
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In-Depth Bible Study Academy Course 1 
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If prayer feels hard right now, you might not need better words...just an open Bible.
Today, Ellen talks with longtime friend Traci Crowley about how praying with Psalms can completely transform your prayer life—giving you words when you feel stuck and helping you reconnect with God in a simple, meaningful way.
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Praying the Bible by Donald S. Whitney
Scripture referenced:
Psalm 23 | Psalm 77:2; 8-9 | Psalm 54:1-4, 6 | Colossians 1:9-12

Traci's Bible study tools:
ESV Large Print | Amplified Bible | Spiral notebooks | Colored pencils | BibleHub 
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