Happy New Year - 2025 Kick-off

01/01/25 • 5 min

The ABIDE Podcast With Gretchen Stevenson

Happy New Year, and welcome back to the Abide Podcast! I’m Gretchen Stevenson, and I am so glad you’re here as we step into this fresh new year together. Whether you’ve been with me from the beginning or are tuning in for the first time, it’s an absolute joy to have you join me on this journey of abiding in Christ.

As the calendar turns, there’s something about the start of a new year that stirs hope and anticipation in our hearts. It’s a time to reflect on the road behind us, celebrate God’s faithfulness, and look ahead to where He’s leading us. This year, I’m particularly excited to share new insights, meaningful conversations, and deep dives into God’s Word that I pray will encourage you and draw you closer to Him.

As I enter my third year of hosting the Abide Podcast, I am humbled by all God has done through this space. I’ve been blessed with countless conversations with inspiring guests, each one a testimony to the power of God’s love and grace in the beautiful, challenging, and even broken parts of life. And through it all, His Word has remained steadfast—a timeless guide that never fades or loses its power to transform.

This year, we’ll continue exploring how abiding in Christ can shape our lives, offering hope and purpose no matter what the season holds. I’ll also be introducing a brand-new segment called Nerd in the Word, where my dear friend and I will dive deep into Scripture, uncovering its historical and cultural treasures to enrich our understanding and walk of faith.

So, as we begin this new year, my prayer is that this podcast will be a source of encouragement, inspiration, and renewal for you. Let’s fix our eyes on Jesus, seek first His Kingdom, and trust Him to lead us into His perfect plans.
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Gretchen
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Christmas Devotion: A Humble Song of Praise

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Welcome to the Abide podcast. As we approach Christmas, our hearts naturally turn to the story of Jesus—the child born in Bethlehem, the Savior who came to dwell among us. Advent is a time to pause, reflect, and prepare our hearts for the gift of Emmanuel—God with us.

In today’s episode, I want to invite you into something deeply personal and sacred: a love letter from God. These are not just words on a page but a reminder of the Creator’s tender affection for you. It’s a letter that speaks to the depth of His love, His purposes for your life, and His desire to use every part of your story—the good, the hard, and the broken—to tell of His glory.

As we reflect on Mary's story and her surrender to God’s greater plan, I hope you’ll see your own story in a new light. God is writing something beautiful with your life, just as He did with hers. Today, let’s rest in the truth that we are His masterpieces, shaped by His hands, redeemed by His love, and held securely in His grace.

So, find a quiet moment to listen and reflect, and let these words draw you closer to the heart of Jesus, the One who came to redeem your story and mine. Together, let’s abide in His love this Advent season.
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Pause & reflect

What part of your story feels the hardest to surrender to God right now, and how does the promise of His presence and purpose at work in all things bring you comfort?
Like Mary, God is writing a story that we cannot imagine. What would it look like for you to surrender your story to Him in an act of worship and trust?
In what way can you pause this Advent season to recognize God’s hand in the “unexpected” parts of your story?

Scripture references:

Luke 1:30-32/ Deuteronomy 31:6

Luke 1:35-38/ Hebrews 4:14-16

Luke 1:46-50/ John 3:16

Revelation 22:13/ Genesis 50:20

Psalm 139:13 / Isaiah 61:3

Genesis 1:27/ Isaiah 41:10

2 Corinthians 12:9 / Isaiah 9:6

1 Corinthians 2:9

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Nerd In The Word - Introduction

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"Welcome to a brand-new segment of the Abide Podcast, we’re calling Nerd in the Word! In this space, I’ll be sitting down with my good friend—a fellow self-proclaimed Bible nerd—as we dive into Scripture in a unique way. We’ll explore the meanings behind specific words, unpack their rich layers, and discover how they reveal God’s amazing attributes, His unchanging character, and His boundless love for us.

This is more than a study—it’s an invitation. We want to stir your curiosity and passion for God’s Word, showing how even the smallest details in Scripture hold incredible truths about who He is. So, grab your Bible, a journal, and maybe a cup of coffee, and join us as we nerd out in the Word together!"

Enjoy!
If you would like to support this ABIDE podcast and the other resources provided by our ministry, please consider donating at https://gretchenstevenson.com/donate/
Thank You!
Gretchen
https://gretchenstevenson.com/