Bible Study for Busy Christians: Context, Red Letters, and Real Growth

Got a question or comment? Send us a text!How do you study the Bible when life is loud, toddlers are wild, and your soul is tired? In this episode, Taylor and I get super practical about building a simple, sustainable study rhythm that actually shapes your walk with Jesus. We talk box-breathing to settle your body, reading whole letters as letters, Old Testament timelines, red-letter focus in Matthew/John, word studies, translations, and learning to “present yourself to the Holy Spirit” and let Him grow you.You’ll hear: • How study makes your faith yours—not just something you were handed • Simple tools for overwhelmed parents (and busy humans) • Why context matters (and how to get it without a seminary degree) • What to do when study feels dry, distant, or you’re low-key angry at God • A grace-filled starting plan you can try this week🎁 Free Worksheet (Season 2 Download): raferowensjr.gumroad.com/l/S2wrksheetGet the Worksheet Here! https://raferowensjr.gumroad.com/l/S2wrksheet Get the workbook here!https://raferowensjr.gumroad.com/l/S2wrkbook Support the showThanks for tuning in to Shifts and Giggles!If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review.Have a question or comment? Send it in — it might get featured in our Q&A episode at the end of the season! Follow Rafer on Instagram ---> https://instagram.com/raferowensjr Buy The Simple Shift Book ---> https://a.co/d/8O7xs9R Work with Rafer ---> https://tr.ee/Work_With_Rafer Shift happens on purpose.