ep74 - Walking with God: A New Year's Journey with Richard Littledale

In this episode of the Christian Book Blurb podcast, host Matt McChlery speaks with author Richard Littledale about his new book, 'In Step with God: 101 Devotional Walks Through the Bible.' They discuss the metaphor of walking in relation to faith, the importance of community, and how to approach scripture with a fresh perspective. Richard shares insights from his book, emphasizing the significance of walking hopefully and companionably with God and others. The conversation also touches on Richard's slate craft hobby and his love of pasta! Links Help keep this podcast on the web by simply buying me a coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mattmcchlery Sponsor an episode of this podcast Click for Advertising info Visit Matt McChlery's website mattmcchlery.com Visit Richard Littledale's website richardlittledale.co.uk Takeaways Walking is a metaphor for the Christian journey. Choosing the right footwear symbolizes preparation for spiritual walks. Walking meetings foster better conversations and connections. The Bible is a complex landscape that requires careful navigation. Walking hopefully means expecting to encounter God in daily life. Companionable walking emphasizes the importance of community in faith. The book encourages active engagement with scripture through walking. Each walk in the book is designed to be accessible and relatable. New believers should expect surprises on their journey with God. Long-time believers can find new insights by slowing down and reflecting.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:58 The Theme of Walking with God 02:42 Choosing the Right Footwear for the Journey 05:48 Structure and Organization of the Book 08:29 Exploring Specific Walks in the Bible 11:35 The Importance of Walking Together 14:05 Encounters with Biblical Figures 17:10 Reflections on the Journey of Faith 19:53 Advice for New and Long-Time Believers 22:38 Author's Life and Future Projects