Well, hey everybody and welcome back to the messy table, an ordinary space for us to slow down and

remember that God is actually at work in our mess. And I know I need that reminder, and maybe you could

use it too. And so if we haven't yet had the chance to meet, my name is Jen Jewel, and I am grateful

to host this faith-fueled conversation-style podcast, which unleashes a fresh

perspective and new story into your speakers and your podcast app every other Tuesday.

And joining me once again as my co-host is my sweet friend Amy Groschelle.

Y'all, we are partnered with the women of our church, Life Church, where we're also huge

fans of the U-Version Bible app, God's Word literally in your back pocket for free.

And so if you don't already have that, today can be the day.

And guys, one of my personal favorite things about this podcast is simply locking arms

with women from all over who are willing to share a piece of their life

and point us back to truth. So have you ever heard someone say, we all need both a Paul and a

Timothy in our life? Meaning, we all need godly mentors and teachers and those who've gone before us

to help us and guide us and stretch us. And we also get to pass on what we've learned,

to those who are coming after us, to those with similar questions,

to those facing similar challenges.

Now, the fancy word is discipleship,

but the practical way this plays out is in real-life relationships,

meeting someone for coffee, meeting to go on a walk,

or just hanging out in one of your living

rooms, or cooking together in your kitchen, and studying the Bible together, talking about this

great hope we have together, because in a world that's becoming increasingly more connected,

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