In the Word with Rev Paula J Behrens's Podcast

About In the Word with Rev Paula J Behrens's Podcast

Feeling stretched thin, stuck in old hurts, or unsure what God is calling you to next? You're in the right place. Living on Purpose In Christ is a Christian Bible study and devotional podcast for women who want to know God's Word, find freedom from what's been holding them back, and live the life God designed for them, one short, encouraging episode at a time. I'm Paula Behrens. After 21 years leading local churches as an ordained United Methodist pastor, I now spend my days as a Christian life coach and Certified Aroma Freedom Technique (AFT) Practitioner, helping women grow in faith and walk in freedom. I'm grateful that Living on Purpose In Christ is ranked in the top 5% of Christianity podcasts worldwide. BOOK-BY-BOOK BIBLE STUDY Together we've studied every book of the New Testament, from Matthew to Revelation, and now we're walking through the Old Testament, starting with Genesis and Exodus. Each study is clear, practical, and short enough for busy women. Printable Bible studies with leader's guides are available for your personal devotions or small group. FAITH FOR REAL LIFE We also talk about: - Hearing God's voice and discovering your purpose and calling - Emotional healing: letting go of past hurts, anxiety, worry, and emotional chaos - Positive affirmations and Scripture-based truth statements - Faith at work: Christian business, entrepreneurship, and your work as ministry - Parenting, grandparenting, and passing on a spiritual legacy - Marriage and faith, including when your spouse doesn't share your faith - Spiritual disciplines: prayer, journaling, fasting, Sabbath rest, and quiet time ESSENTIAL OILS AND THE BIBLE Scripture is full of fragrant oils: aloes (sandalwood), cassia, cedarwood, cypress, frankincense, hyssop, myrrh, myrtle, onycha, and Rose of Sharon (cistus). I love exploring these oils of ancient Scripture and how aroma can deepen your prayer life and devotions. I also share Christian aromatherapy practices and simple, natural living swaps grounded in faith. Grab your coffee (or your favorite oil), open your Bible, and come as you are. Whether you're brand new to Scripture or have led Bible studies for years, there's a seat for you here. Find printable Bible studies and leader's guides, book a Christian coaching session, or join an upcoming Zoom class at PaulaBehrens.com. "Now to Him who by the power at work within us is able to accomplish abundantly far more than all we can ask or imagine, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen" ~ Ephesians 3:20–21 You are truly loved! Paula Behrens YOUR NEXT STEPS: - Accept Jesus into your heart: https://paulabehrens.com/accept-jesus (https://paulabehrens.com/accept-jesus) - Grab your Bible Guide: https://paulabehrens.com/bible (https://paulabehrens.com/bible) - Join the private Facebook group: https://DevotionDrops.com (https://DevotionDrops.com) - Email me: hello@paulabehrens.com (mailto:hello@paulabehrens.com)

Publisher

Paula Behrens | Pastor, Author, Christian Coach, Certified Aroma Freedom Technique Practitioner

Category

education · health & fitness · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 May 2024

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

14 of 184 episodes have a transcript.

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   12 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   170 | Are You Managing a Feeling Instead of Actually Being Free of It? (Leviticus - Bible Study 2)

   Host [Host Name] explores Leviticus 11-17, revealing how God releases us from guilt and burdens we manage instead of truly letting go.

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   5 Oct 2026

   169 | Why Does Getting Close to God Sometimes Feel So Complicated? (Leviticus Bible Study 1)

   Host [Host Name] explores Leviticus with listeners, revealing how God's invitation to draw near offers solace when prayer feels distant.

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   28 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   168 | Anointed, Not Just Approved: Your Set-Apart Identity In Christ (Exodus Bible Study 4)

   Paula Behrens explores your set-apart identity in Christ, revealing how your anointed status surpasses mere approval.

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170 | Are You Managing a Feeling Instead of Actually Being Free of It? (Leviticus - Bible Study 2)

Published 12 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Let me ask you something. Is there a feeling you've learned to manage? Perhaps it's guilt over words spoken years ago. Perhaps it is a quiet shame that rises when you walk into church or regret you have carefully folded and set aside where no one can see it. You've prayed about it. You've confessed it. And yet somewhere deep within, you're still carrying it. You've learned to live around it the way we step carefully around something that still hurts. In my years as a pastor, and now in my coaching work, I've seen this again and again. Many faithful Christians have become very skilled at managing their feelings, yet far less familiar with actually being set free from them. […]

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