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Hearing Jesus: Daily Bible Study, Christian Affirmations, Hearing God, Prayer, Holy Spirit, Daily Devotional

A Prayer for the Pain: Immersive Prayer Series: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotionals

Hearing Jesus: Daily Bible Study, Christian Affirmations, Hearing God, Prayer, Holy Spirit, Daily Devotional

Hearing Jesus: Daily Affirmations & Bible Study Podcast

Christianity, Religion & Spirituality

4.81.1K Ratings

🗓️ 2 September 2025

⏱️ 17 minutes

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Summary

A Prayer for the Pain: Immersive Prayer Series: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotionals In this prayer, Rachael explores the themes of grief, faith, and the presence of Jesus in our moments of sorrow. Through the story of Lazarus, she emphasizes the importance of honesty in our struggles and the assurance that Jesus is with us in our pain. The discussion highlights the transformative power of faith and the promise of resurrection, not just in the future but in our present lives. Takeaways: Have you ever had a moment when your heart whispered, Lord, if you had been here? Mary believed Jesus loved her and had the power to heal. Jesus arrives in Bethany four days after Lazarus's death. Mary's raw honesty reflects our own feelings of grief. Jesus weeps, showing his compassion and presence in our sorrow. He reveals himself as the resurrection and the life. We meet Jesus not just in good times, but in our waiting and wondering. Honesty in grief is essential; Jesus can handle our questions. Jesus asks, 'Where have you laid him?' inviting us to confront our pain. Resurrection is a present reality, not just a future promise. Chapters: 00:00 The Heart's Whisper: A Moment of Grief 02:58 Jesus Enters Our Sorrow 06:01 Honesty in Grief: Where Are You, Lord? 08:59 The Resurrection and the Life 12:11 A Call to New Life Sound bites: "He weeps." "Jesus isn't a God who is far off." "You are life. I believe in you." This audio devotional is a companion to the She Hears Bible Study, Grab Your Printed Copy Here! Show Information: ☆Have a question for Rachael? Ask it here: Ask Rachael a Question ☆Join Rachael for Bible Study Live in Rome this fall: BibleStudyLive.org ☆Get Ad-Free Episodes, Bonus Content, and more here: ⁠ patreon.com/HearingJesus ☆To Learn More About Sponsoring a Child, check out Compassion International here:  ➤  Sponsor a Child ☆Schedule Spiritual Direction or Life Coaching with Rachael here: One on One Session ☆If you would like to give to Hearing Jesus and financially support the podcast,  you can do so here ! ➤ Give Here ☆Connect further with Rachael ! ☆Facebook ➤https://www.facebook.com/SheHears.org/ ☆Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/rachael.d.groll/ ☆Website ➤ Hearing Jesus ☆Shop Christian Resources ➤ https://www.rachaelgroll.com/resources ☆Coaching/Spiritual Direction ➤ https://www.rachaelgroll.com/coaching Bible, Bible Study, Devotions, Devotional, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Spiritual Growth, hearing God’s voice, Hearing God, Hearing Jesus, Praying, Pray, God’s Word, Scriptures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Have you ever had a moment when your heart whispered, Lord, if you had been here?

0:07.5

A moment where your world turned upside down with news that you didn't expect,

0:13.7

or an answer that didn't come, or silence that followed after desperate prayers.

0:22.9

Well, Mary of Bethany knew that moment too.

0:26.9

She believed that Jesus loved her.

0:30.5

She believed he had the power to heal.

0:34.8

But in John Chapter 11, her brother Lazarus died, and Jesus was late.

0:42.0

If you have ever felt like something died while you were waiting on Jesus,

0:47.0

then this episode is for you.

0:50.2

Stay tuned.

0:53.2

Hey friend, a quick break from the episode to tell you about something I don't want you to miss.

0:58.5

This November, I'm hosting Bible study live in Rome, and I want to personally invite you to

1:04.8

join me.

1:05.7

You won't just learn about the Bible, you'll experience it, live.

1:10.1

We'll visit Luke's house where Paul was held under

1:12.7

house arrest and where Luke likely wrote part of his gospel. We'll stand in the Mamartine

1:17.3

prison where Paul and Peter were imprisoned before they died, and where Paul wrote his final words

1:22.7

in 2 Timothy. We'll walk through the catacombs, the birthplace of the underground church, and we'll step

1:27.8

into the Coliseum where early Christians were persecuted and gave their lives for their

1:32.4

faith.

1:33.2

It's not just about these sites, it's also about what happens in between.

1:37.3

Each morning we'll gather together for Bible study, letting God speak to us in these sacred

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