House of Word and Spirit

The HWS Podcast is taking a wee break for this season, and we're here to tell you the story! Rachel has been producing this podcast for the last year and has done a wonderful job. In this episode, Ruth and Rachel talk about obedience to Jesus, hearing God's voice, and the need to let Him take the lead on all ministry planning.If you've enjoyed these episodes so far, let us know in the comments! We look forward to release more at a later time.

This week we have Zaden, video game aficionado, joining us in the house. We’ve all heard about the dark side of video games being designed to be more and more addictive to steal more and more of our time. But Zaden wants to tell us about the potential video games have, not just to be something different, but to change your life for the better.Listen to hear the chat about how you can co-create with God. Is God calling you into game design? Can you imagine a world where people worked with God to design video games?References:Banjo-KazoieeMario 64Michael Dragon Outer wildsDark Soul soundtrack (slave night gale, phase 2)Breath of the Wild playlistCuphead soundtrack

Today in the house, our friend Hannah joins us to tell us about her recent journey of taking control over how she thinks. Practicing prayer like how they do it in the Psalms has resulted in less shame and more mental discipline for her. Would it work for you?We’d love to hear from you too! Tell us about your top tips, or the scriptures you use to battle a negative mindset with truth.Bible references:Psalm 34John 15:1-17Other references:Re:Hope Church The next Kingdom Come event Hannah’s insta Praying the Bible by Donald S. Whitney BRT: (Bible Read Through group) - If you like the sound of this and would like to join an online group reading the bible in a year, we do that at HWS! Tiktok Bible in a YearYoutube Bible in a YearRuth’s Bible in a Year shares on TikTok

God can’t be limited! And neither can the number of subjects covered in this pod! Today in the house, Ruth’s guest Matthew is bringing topics such as loneliness, God’s desire for us to know him more fully in many ways and God’s love for diversity.Bible references:1 Corinthians 11:1Ephesians 5:1-2

Ruth has new friends, Malachi and Stefan, in the house sharing on the topic of hearing God’s voice. If you like real life examples of God speaking today, this is the pod for you.Bible references:John 10:4Other references:Circuit Riders Circuit Riders Insta Malachi’s Insta Malachi’s TikTok

Join Angela, Sarah and Ruth on the couch as they continue their chat from Ep 16 on the voice of God. This time they are talking about the difference between His logos and rhema word.Other reference:The previous episode with Angela and Sarah’s talking about the audible voice of God is 16. God is speaking. Do you hear Him? by House of Word and SpiritYWAM Home - Youth With A Mission

Trigger warnings: detailed descriptions of suicide attempts and substance abuse.Today Ryan joins Ruth on the couch to tell her his story of how God saved his soul... and his life. After years of alcohol abuse, depression and anxiety Ryan describes how he came now to having internal peace.Bible references:Deuteronomy 6:4-5Other references:Munros are Scottish mountains over 3000 feet in height.Re:Hope church Young Adults gatherings at Re:Hope Remain internshipSamaritans helpline: 116 123 or online at @‌ryan.wardhaugh If you have, or anyone you know has been affected by any of the topics in todays podcast, there are charities that want to hear from you:In the UKSamaritans – call 116 123 (free) | www.samaritans.orgShout – text "SHOUT" to 85258 | www.giveusashout.orgIn the US988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – 988 (24/7) | 988lifeline.orgCrisis Text Line – Text "HELLO" to 741741 | www.crisistextline.orgInternationallyBefrienders Worldwide – www.befrienders.org (find local crisis helplines globally)

Today Ruth is with our bible teachers, Angela and Sarah, discussing how even people in the bible didn’t always recognise immediately that it was God speaking to them. Its normal to be in that place too, so the girls give us some tips on how to pick out His voice.Also if you are listening to all the girly chat and need to see our girl’s hair dos, all our podcasts are also available to watch on our YouTube channel.Bible reference:Luke 24:13-35 (Road to Emmaus)Acts 9:3-5 (Saul, why do you persecute me?)1 Samuel 3 (Wee Samuel)John 4 (Woman at the well)John 10:10Psalm 145:8Other references:DTS Pete Greig

Last week we heard from the girls on what its like to be a christian woman. This week we have the boys talking about what its like to be a son of God. Join Ruth, Asher (insta: @asher.byrd - tiktok: @‌asher.burb) and Dan on the couch as they vulnerably share their personal experiences.Bible references:1 Chronicles 2:1-2 - the tribes of IsrealLuke 15 - parable of the prodigal sonOther references:Circuit Riders Circuit Riders - A missions movement of young people pursuing Jesus.Circuit Riders Instagram Instagram (@circuitriders)

Ruth talks to guests Beth and Hannah from Circuit Riders. They get into how God originally designed women and share some of their experience growing up as a girl Christian. We would love to hear your testimony about female identity in the comments!Bible references:Genesis 2:8Other references:Circuit Riders website Circuit Riders Instagram Hannah's InstagramIdentity scriptures:You Are a Child of GodJohn 1:12; Romans 8:16-17; Galatians 3:26You Are Loved and AcceptedJeremiah 31:3; Romans 8:38-39 ; Ephesians 1:6 (NKJV)You Are a New Creation2 Corinthians 5:17; Colossians 3:10You Are Strong and Empowered2 Timothy 1:7; Philippians 4:13; Isaiah 40:31You Are Forgiven and RedeemedEphesians 1:7; Colossians 1:13-14; 1 John 1:9

Sarah, Angela and Ruth are kickstarting our new year of podcasts discussing their experiences of fasting. We get to hear how God has spoken to them during times of prayer and fasting. If you have any questions about how to hear God’s voice we would love to know about them! Leave a comment or send us a message.

You loved our recent episode on revival in Scotland so here is a bonus episode about more revival! Some from now times and some from past times. This is an audio only episode so it won’t be available on our Youtube channel. We decided to go audio only as some of the missionaries in this episode work in countries where the gospel is not aloud to be preached so revealing their identity could be dangerous. Hope you enjoy this bonus episode and it tides you over until we start back with our regular content ;)

Our HWS team, Angela, Sarah and Ruth close of the year by chatting about how they do Sabbath. Ruth prays your Sabbath will be life giving so you can do all you are called to do. Bible references:Mark 2:27-28Luke 9:10-11 Other references:Sabbath Part 1: What The Bible Says. Sabbath Part 2: What To Actually Do. You can get links to our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from our website⁠.https://www.housewordspirit.com Sabbath Part 1: What The Bible Says.Sabbath Part 2: What To Actually Do.

Ruth and guests, Chloe and Alex, discuss how Gen Z in Scotland today are unashamed to speak about their faith and how we can be preparing for Jesus' return. Ruth prays God will reveal to you the people you are supposed to pour out on and receive from, and that you will be one of the strong ones. References:YWAM website YWAM Norway Magnitude festival g.uk/ The Send UK & Ireland You can get links to our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from ⁠our website⁠.

Ruth and guests, Nate and Isaac, discuss how we reconcile the truth that God is good while living with the reality of tragedy in the world. Ruth prays that God will rescue you from situations of suffering and that you would know God's heart for you, not to stay in suffering. Bible references:John 16:33Genesis 37-50 (Joseph’s story)Romans 5:3-5Genesis 50:20 Other references:YWAM websiteYWAM Kona website Frontlines: Revival & Reformation schoolNate's previous appearance on the podcast in episode 2 You can get links to our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from our website⁠.

Ruth and guests, Lindsay and Isaac, discuss the difference between what purity culture has been and what God intends it to be. Ruth prays over you to break off spirits of religion and legalism. Bible references:Ephesians 1:17Psalm 119:9Psalm 51:10Philippians 4:8 Other references:YWAM websiteYWAM Kona website Frontlines: Revival & Reformation school You can get links to our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from ⁠our website⁠.

Ruth and returning guest, Praise, talk about the question we all ask ourselves at least once in our lives, “who am I”? Praise tells us about her experience wrestling with cultural identity, and Ruth blesses you to receive a revelation of your own identity. Bible references:Romans 12:1-2Job 32 Other references:YWAM websiteYWAM Kona websiteFrontlines: Revival & Reformation schoolSchool of communication foundations You can get links to our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from ⁠our website⁠.

Aisha and Agnes are back and they are talking about how God uses fashion. They make reference to stories and verses discussed in previous episode, so check that out too. Ruth blesses those who God is calling into business with their creativity and binds comparison affecting your life. Tell us your testimonies in the comments of how the Kingdom of God is coming through beauty and creativity. Bible references:Matthew 3:42 Kings 1:8Acts 16: 13-15Leviticus 16:4 and Exodus 28Psalm 27:4 Other references:YWAM Kona website YWAM websiteFrontlines: Revival & Reformation school You can get links to our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from ⁠our website⁠.

Guests from YWAM Kona, Aisha and Agnes, share with us the difference between the world’s singular definition of beauty and God’s intention. Ruth exposes how the enemy has limited our revelation of our God given creativity. Bible references:Psalm 27:4Revelation 4Genesis 2:9Exodus 25 - 31Psalm 139: 13-14Genesis 1:26-27 Other references:YWAM Kona website YWAM websiteFrontlines: Revival & Reformation school You can get links to our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from ⁠our website⁠.

Breanna and Praise follow up the chat from the previous episode by sharing with you the bible verses they use to meditate on their God given identity. Ruth prays for you to be aware of your potential. Bible references:1 Peter 2:9Jeremiah 29: 11Genesis 1:272 Corinthians 5:17 You can get links to our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from ⁠our website⁠.

This week we are chatting identity with 2 more guests from the YWAM Kona team. Breanna tells us about how she discovered she was putting her identity in her achievements, and Praise shares how she used to feel like many people in one body. Join us as we discuss in this episode what our identity is not, and next time we will follow up with what it should be. We want to bless you to know the truth about your identity. You can find our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from our website.

Following on from the previous episode, Nate and Yesenia share the bible verses they use in their fight against lies. Ruth encourages you to know you have the authority to win this battle and blesses you with the ability to have a closer relationship with Jesus. You can find our social media pages or financially donate to our ministry from ⁠our website⁠.

In keeping with the word from God we have for this winter season, Ruth has a conversation with guests from the YWAM base in Kona, Hawaii, about winning battles with mental health. Nate and Yesenia share how they overcame such struggles with the truth from the bible and discuss what that now looks like in their lives today. Ruth closes off by leading us in a prayer to bind fear in our lives. You can give financially to House of Word and Spirit from our Stewardship page.

This podcast is a discussion around a word from the Lord about this winter season. You need not be a victim of mental unwellness! Join Ruth Weller, Angela Street and Sarah George, as they discuss what the Lord is saying and their top tips on being holistically well in dark times. Finally, be blessed as Ruth prays over you for deliverance from mental health issues. You can give financially to House of Word and Spirit from our ⁠Stewardship page⁠.