The Connection Place

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The Connection Place

Do you want to read your Bible, but feel overwhelmed by the effort? Do you love Jesus with your heart, yet struggle to understand Him with your mind? Then "The Connection Place" is for you! Come read the Bible with Stefani Smith, a woman who once struggled to understand Scripture but now treasures the Word of God and is passionate for others to do the same. Listen along as she shares her honest insights and questions, doubts and delights. Let's connect our hearts AND our minds in the pursuit of our faith. Let's connect with Jesus in the place He longs to connect with us: His Word!

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    HOPE for the Holidays: Thanksgiving

    In this brief episode, I share a bit of what the Lord has put on my heart for the 2025 holiday season. I also ponder this question: What would Thanksgiving with Jesus be like?

  2. 26

    Luke 12:21-40 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 22)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're digging into the middle portion of chapter 12. Jesus will teach us how to combat worry and anxiety, and how to be ready for Him when He returns. Let's go!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

  3. 25

    Luke 12:1-21 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 21)

    We're diving into chapter 12 and wrapping up the first half of the book of Luke! In these verses, Jesus will tell us to beware of the leaven of the Pharisees. He'll teach us to fear God and not man, as well as what happens when we do (or don't) acknowledge Christ before men. Finally, He'll teach us the parable of the rich fool. Let's go! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

  4. 24

    Luke 11:27-54 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 20)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're learning what true blessedness looks like; Jesus talks about the "sign of Jonah" to those demanding a sign; Jesus warns us to take care that the light we think we have within us is actually light and not darkness; and Jesus has some sobering words about religious hypocrisy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 11:1-26 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 19)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're getting into chapter 11. Here, Jesus will teach us how to pray and how to be persistent in praying; He'll respond to people who think His authority to drive out demons comes from Satan; and He'll teach about unclean spirits coming back after they've been kicked out.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 10:21-42 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 18)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the back half of Luke chapter 10. Jesus rejoices in and reveals His Father; Jesus teaches on the parable of the Good Samaritan; and sisters Martha and Mary will teach us something about Jesus too.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 10:1-20 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 17)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the first part of Luke chapter 10. Jesus will send out 72 disciples on a mission. He'll talk about the woe destined for unrepentant cities. And, He reminds the 72 - and us - that while having authority over evil spirits is good, having our names written in heaven is better.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 9:43b-62 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 16)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're wrapping up Luke chapter 9. Jesus will predict His death again, and some of His disciples will argue about who is the greatest among them. Jesus will teach that anyone who isn't actively against their cause is for them. A Samaritan village will reject Jesus. And Jesus will once again talk about what it means to follow Him. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

  9. 19

    Luke 9:21-43a (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 15)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the middle section of chapter 9. Jesus finishes the conversation with Peter and the disciples about who He really is - and foretells His death in the process. We learn that we are to take up our cross and follow Jesus. We experience what's known as the Transfiguration. And Jesus heals a boy with an unclean spirit. Let's go!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 9:1-20 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 14)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into chapter 9. Jesus sends out the twelve apostles, Herod is perplexed by Jesus, Jesus feeds the 5000, and Peter confesses Jesus as the Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 8:40-56 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 13)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the last section of Luke chapter 8, where Jesus heals the woman with the issue of the blood, as well as a man named Jairus' daughter. These are some of my favorite stories, so let's dive in! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 8:19-39 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 12)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the middle portion of Luke chapter 8. Here we'll get a better understanding of who Jesus considers to be His mothers and brothers, we'll see Jesus calm a storm, AND Jesus will heal a man with a demonic spirit. Let's go!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 8:1-18 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 11)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the beginning of Luke chapter 8. We'll learn about some of the women who are following Jesus at this point. We'll also hear Jesus teach parables about a sower and a lamp under a jar. He'll also tell us the purpose of parables.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 7:24-50 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 10)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the second half of Luke chapter 7. We'll pick right up where we left off in episode 9, with Jesus continuing the conversation started by the messengers from John the Baptist. Jesus will warn about being an unresponsive generation, and teach about the connection between being forgiven of much and loving much.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 7:1-23 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 9)

    In this episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the first 23 verses of Luke 7. We get to see Jesus heal a centurion's servant and raise a widow's son from death to life. And, we meet some messengers from John the Baptist who have an important question for Jesus. Let's discover some treasure in the Word of God together, shall we?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 6:27-49 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 8)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the second half of Luke chapter 6. Jesus will continue His "Sermon on the Plain" by teaching us about loving our enemies, judging others, a tree and its fruit, and building our house on the capital-R Rock of Christ.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 6:1-26 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 7)

    In this episode, we're diving into the first 26 verses of Luke chapter 6. We'll see Jesus call Himself the "Lord of the Sabbath" - and come to learn what that means. We'll get the rundown of who the 12 apostles are - the 12 people that Jesus hand-picked to teach and carry out His mission. And, we're going to hear Jesus teach about something called "the Beatitudes" and also "the Woes."Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 5:17-39 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 6)

    In today's episode of the "Luke 50/20" Plan, we're diving into the second half of Chapter 5, where we'll see Jesus do some pretty major healing - but this time it'll be a bit more controversial because He'll also claim the power to forgive sins. Jesus will call Matthew as His disciple. All the while, the Pharisees are around and they have a lot of questions for and about Jesus. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 5:1-16 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 5)

    In this installment of the "Luke 50/20 Plan," we're diving into the start of Luke chapter 5. We'll meet the first disciples, and we'll also see Jesus cleanse a leper. Let's go!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 4:22-44 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 4)

    In this installment of the "Luke 50/20 Plan," we're going to discuss how the people reacted to Jesus when He claimed to be the Anointed One Isaiah prophesied about. We'll also see Jesus do plenty of preaching and healing! Come along and let's explore together the treasure found in this text.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 4:1-21 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 3))

    In this installment of the "Luke 50/20 Plan," we're exploring the start of Jesus' public ministry. But before Jesus can get started, the Holy Spirit has some wilderness training in mind, and Satan tries his hand at tempting Jesus. Come along and let's explore together the treasure found in this text.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 3:23-38 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 2)

    In the second installment of the "Luke 50/20 Plan," we're exploring the genealogy of Jesus. You might think there's not much here other than a bunch of names, but you'd be wrong! Come along and let's explore together the treasure found in this text.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 3:1-22 (The Luke 50/20 Plan, Episode 1)

    Kick off 2024 with this first installment of the "Luke 50/20 Plan," where we will spend 50 weeks continuing in the book of Luke, covering about 20(ish) verses in each week's episode. Today's episode picks up in Luke 3:1-22, where our 2023 Advent series left off.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 2:25-40 (4th Sunday of Advent)

    Join me on this fourth and final Sunday of Advent 2023 as we dig deep into the last verses regarding Jesus' birth in Luke 2.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 2:1-24 (3rd Sunday of Advent)

    Join me on this third Sunday of Advent 2023 as we dig deep into the first half of Luke 2.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 1:39-80 (2nd Sunday of Advent)

    Join me on this 2nd Sunday of Advent as we continue our study of Luke 1.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    The Connection Place: Introduction

    Discover the "why" behind The Connection Place.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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    Luke 1:1-38 (1st Sunday of Advent)

    Join me on this first Sunday of Advent 2023 as we dig deep into the first half of Luke 1.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-connection-place/exclusive-content

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Do you want to read your Bible, but feel overwhelmed by the effort? Do you love Jesus with your heart, yet struggle to understand Him with your mind? Then "The Connection Place" is for you! Come read the Bible with Stefani Smith, a woman who once struggled to understand Scripture but now treasures the Word of God and is passionate for others to do the same. Listen along as she shares her honest insights and questions, doubts and delights. Let's connect our hearts AND our minds in the pursuit of our faith. Let's connect with Jesus in the place He longs to connect with us: His Word!

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Stefani Smith

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