The Ruth Chou Simons Podcast

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021 | How Do We Abide? (A Fruitful Summer) Jun 04, 2025

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The fruit of the Spirit is… LOVE. Join Ruth for this episode introducing a new summer series, considering what it means to truly abide in Christ, and how the fruit of love shows up in our lives.

All summer long, join us in meditating on what it means to abide and consider the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. These short episodes, full of Scripture, are designed to be an opportunity to pause and realign your heart with truth.

Scripture referenced:
Galatians 5:22-23
Mark 12:30-31
John 13:34-35
1 Corinthians 13:1-8
1 John 4:7-12
Romans 12:9-10

Resources mentioned:
GraceLaced Fruit of the Spirit Collection
(gracelaced.com/FOTS) - use code POD15 to take 15% off items in the collection

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020 | Spiritual Mothering with Annie F. Downs May 28, 2025

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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life.

In this episode, Annie F. Downs shares how she’s embraced the role of spiritual mother to the children in her life, why the family of God needs spiritual mothers, and how we can all invest in nurturing the next generation.

Resources mentioned:
Live and In Color Tour with CAIN (caintheband.com)
Single Purpose League (anniefdowns.com/single-purpose-league/)
anniefdowns.com | @anniefdowns

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019 | Adoption and the Kindness of God with Lisa Harper May 21, 2025

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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life.

Listen in as Lisa shares her journey into motherhood, how she learned to trust God in the dark and therole gratitude plays in her life. Grab a cup of coffee (or some chips and queso!) and prepare to be encouraged!

Resources mentioned:
A Jesus-Shaped Life by Lisa Harper
Back Porch Theology Podcast
lisaharper.org | @lisadharper

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018 | Motherhood: There Is No Formula with Jinger Vuolo May 14, 2025

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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life.

Tune in for today’s conversation with Jinger Vuolo about how her upbringing influences her motherhood, discerning what she wants to teach her own children, and what it looks like to navigate parenting littles in a social media culture.

Resources mentioned:
People Pleaser by Jinger Vuolo
Becoming Free Indeed by Jinger Vuolo
The Jinger and Jeremy Podcast

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017 | Mom Guilt and the Gospel with Emily Jensen + Laura Wifler May 07, 2025

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In celebration of Mother’s Day this month, Ruth’s sitting down to talk about the wild and wonderful journey of motherhood with a handful of friends in various stages of life.

Grab a cup of coffee and listen in on a conversation with Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler, co-founders of Risen Motherhood, as they talk about how the gospel changed their motherhood.

Learn more about today’s guests:
emilyajensen.com | @emilyajensen
laurawifler.com | @laurawifler

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016 | Ruth + Troy: How To Read Your Bible Apr 30, 2025

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Have you ever longed for a different relationship with the Bible? Wondered if you actually need to read the whole Bible? Felt stuck in Leviticus or a long list of names? This episode is for you!

Join Ruth and her pastor husband, Troy, for a conversation about how to read your Bible, where to start, and how the Old Testament and New Testament are connected. Don’t miss this episode and Ruth & Troy’s encouragement!

Resources Mentioned
M'Cheyne Reading Plan on ESV Bible app
The Bible Recap
The Bible Project

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015 | Why Is It So Hard To Rest? Apr 23, 2025

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We know God invites us to rest… so why is it so hard sometimes?
Join Ruth for a conversation about rest—mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual—and what role our hearts play in it.
Scripture Referenced
Matthew 11:28-30
Resources Mentioned
Return to Rest Evening Reflection Journal
Beholding and Becoming by Ruth Chou Simons
Emmanuel by Ruth Chou Simons
Reactivity by Paul David Tripp

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014 | PTY: You are qualified. Apr 16, 2025

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If you've ever shrunk back in fear instead of moving forward because you felt underqualified... this episode is for you.
Tune in to hear what truth Ruth preaches to herself when she doubts her own resources, strength, or qualification to do what God has asked her to.
Scripture Referenced
Acts 4:11-13

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013 | Ruth & Eve: Immunity Shots, Community, and Deadlifting Apr 09, 2025

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In this episode, Ruth and Eve catch up about what they're loving, learning, and letting go of.
Grab a cup of coffee and listen in on their conversation about everything from a general sense of malaise, to giving thanks for community, learning to deadlift, embracing black coffee, and letting go of needing a super tidy house.
Resources Mentioned
Look to Jesus Reflection Set

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012 | Aging, Changing, and the Season You're In Apr 02, 2025

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In a culture that idolizes youth, what does it look like to love the season you’re in, regardless of how you might feel about your body?
Join Ruth for an honest convo about being 49 and what she’s doing to embrace the life God’s given her… today.

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