Ep 117 | Bible Impact Stories: From Playground to Pastor (Lynfield Hines)
Want to build confidence in studying the Bible? One way to do this is from learning from other people's stories–hearing the impact of the Bible and it's message on people's lives that can encourage us in our faith journey.Join the Chara Project team as they interview long-time friend Lynfield Hines, a pastor for more than twenty years. Driven by a deep family legacy of faith, Lynfield shares how he encountered Jesus at seven, lead Bible studies on the playground in junior high, and through it all, approached the Bible with curiosity and passion. In his journey with the Bible, he discovered the redemptive narrative threading through scripture - a story of God's relentless love and desire for relationship with us. Lynfield's story will inspire you to embrace biblical study as a transformative, personal relationship with God, and be bold and brave in sharing your faith with others.This podcast is also released as a video podcast on YouTube here.The Chara Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to help build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Chara is the Greek word for JOY, and the organization offers resources and teaching to empower people to find joy as they explore the Bible, grow in their Biblical understanding, and help others do the same, no matter their faith background.For more information about The Chara Project, including a download of the CHARA Bible Study Guide or the Neighbor Guide, visit www.thecharaproject.com. To support The Chara Project, visit https://www.thecharaproject.com/giveSupport the show
Want to build confidence in studying the Bible? One way to do this is from learning from other people's stories–hearing the impact of the Bible and it's message on people's lives that can encourage us in our faith journey.Join the Chara Project team as they interview Bruce Juhlin, a long-time friend and board member of The Chara Project. Bruce shares his unique journey of coming to faith in Jesus before engaging with the Bible, marked by a challenging religious upbringing and a tragic loss as a teenager. Discover how a moment of despair led him to invite Jesus into his life, and how, through C.S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity and learning interpretive principles, he overcame doubts and embraced the Bible as a story of God’s relationship with His people. Bruce’s insights highlight the transformative power of studying scripture to know and love God deeply.This podcast is also released as a video podcast on YouTube here.The Chara Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to help build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Chara is the Greek word for JOY, and the organization offers resources and teaching to empower people to find joy as they explore the Bible, grow in their Biblical understanding, and help others do the same, no matter their faith background.For more information about The Chara Project, including a download of the CHARA Bible Study Guide or the Neighbor Guide, visit www.thecharaproject.com. To support The Chara Project, visit https://www.thecharaproject.com/give#bible #biblestudy #biblestudytools #scripture #scripturestudy #christianpodcast #biblepodcast #howto #testimony #jesus #impactstories #catholic #purpose #hermeneuticsSupport the show
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Ep. 115 | Bible Impact Stories: From Trauma into Trust (Ashley Readenour)
Want to build confidence in studying the Bible? One way to do this is from learning from other people's stories–hearing the impact of the Bible and it's message on people's lives that can encourage us in our faith journey.Join the Chara Project team as they interview Ashley Readenour, a long-time Bible study friend of Sarah and Heather's. Ashley shares her journey from a childhood marked by abuse and relgious hypocrisy, to a life-changing encounter with God’s Word that sparked a pivotal shift in her life. Discovering God’s love transformed her view of scripture from a rigid manual to a vibrant story, guiding her from trauma to trust and inspiring a life of compassion for others. If you’re someone who has experienced trauma in your own life, Ashley’s story will resonate with you!This podcast is also released as a video podcast on YouTube here.The Chara Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to help build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Chara is the Greek word for JOY, and the organization offers resources and teaching to empower people to find joy as they explore the Bible, grow in their Biblical understanding, and help others do the same, no matter their faith background.For more information about The Chara Project, including a download of the CHARA Bible Study Guide or the Neighbor Guide, visit www.thecharaproject.com. To support The Chara Project, visit https://www.thecharaproject.com/giveSupport the show
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Ep. 114 | Bible Impact Stories: Saved by Cartoon Jesus (Kass Wessman)
Want to build confidence in studying the Bible? One way to do this is from learning from other people's stories–hearing the impact of the Bible and it's message on people's lives that can encourage us in our faith journey.Join the Chara Project team as they interview Kass Wessman who shares how as an adult, a children’s storybook Bible first introduced her to Jesus—and how its message deeply transformed her heart. Listen as Kass recounts her powerful journey of discovering truth in scripture and how daily time in God's Word renews, sustains, and sets her free. Her story is a moving reminder of the life-changing power of abiding with Jesus and will inspire you to make space for regular connection with God through His Word.This podcast is also released as a video podcast on YouTube here.The Chara Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to help build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Chara is the Greek word for JOY, and the organization offers resources and teaching to empower people to find joy as they explore the Bible, grow in their Biblical understanding, and help others do the same, no matter their faith background.For more information about The Chara Project, including a download of the CHARA Bible Study Guide or the Neighbor Guide, visit www.thecharaproject.com. To support The Chara Project, visit https://www.thecharaproject.com/giveSupport the show
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Ep. 113 | Bible Impact Stories: From Bandmate to Believer (Mike Bell)
Want to build confidence in studying the Bible? One way to do this is from learning from other people's stories–hearing the impact of the Bible and it's message on people's lives that can encourage us in our faith journey.Join the Chara Project team as they interview Mike Bell, a pastor at South Mountain Community Church in Utah and Executive Director of Healing Nations. Mike's unlikely path had him joining a Christian band before believing, and it was his bandmate that challenged and led him to embrace Jesus and dive into the Bible. Mike shares how scripture can inspire compassion and societal flourishing through our love for God and our neighbor. You'll want to listen to this episode as Mike shares his transformative journey from skepticism to faith. This podcast is also released as a video podcast on YouTube here.The Chara Project is a nonprofit organization with a mission to help build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Chara is the Greek word for JOY, and the organization offers resources and teaching to empower people to find joy as they explore the Bible, grow in their Biblical understanding, and help others do the same, no matter their faith background.For more information about The Chara Project, including a download of the CHARA Bible Study Guide or the Neighbor Guide, visit www.thecharaproject.com. To support The Chara Project, visit https://www.thecharaproject.com/giveSupport the show
The Chara Project podcast is for anyone interested in learning how to explore and understand the Bible, no matter your faith background. Tune in regularly as our team helps you build confidence in studying the Bible on your own and with your neighbor. Each podcast complements content found at www.thecharaproject.com.
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