4:13 Podcast with Jennifer Rothschild

As I was writing my Heaven Bible study, every time a podcast guest said something about Heaven, I saved it for later. Well, I finally got to go back through those recordings and found so many nuggets of truth that I just had to share with you. You’ll get to hear from the Kendrick Brothers, Karen Kingsbury, Joni Eareckson Tada, Lee Strobel, Kathie Lee Gifford, and others whose godly wisdom and eternal perspective will encourage you deeply. Plus, you’ll get to hear the voice of someone very special to me—my hero dad—from a sermon he gave just a few months before he died. And do you know what he talked about? Heaven. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/333 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

1/16/25 • 32:54

Did you know focusing on your future can change your present? Research has shown that thinking about the future can actually improve your mental health. It can reduce worry, increase hope, and refine your sense of purpose. Well, that’s all true if we’re talking about your certain future—in Heaven. It’s focusing on your uncertain future that can have the opposite effect.    So today, you’re going to learn how thinking about your certain future, in Paradise, can make a huge difference in how you live today. I’ll give you three ways to become a biblical future thinker and practical strategies to fight the doldrums. Sounds good, right? New year, new focus! Get ready to lighten your load and become the future thinker God created you to be. Here we go… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/332  Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

1/9/25 • 35:29

In my new Heaven Bible study, I try to depict the longing for Heaven—the ache for our forever home—using the motif of a blue flower. I call these moments that awaken your longing for Heaven, the ones that stir your spiritual senses and help you cast your gaze toward Heaven, “blue flower moments.” So today on the 4:13, I’m going to share with you some of my blue flower moments using audio pictures to help you recognize those moments in your life! Because God has placed a longing within your heart too, my friend. So, open your spiritual eyes, open your heart, and experience with me these blue flower moments. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/blueflower Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

1/2/25 • 17:06

As we kick off this new year, we’re beginning with the end in mind! And to be clear, I’m talking about our ultimate end … in Heaven, which is our glorious unending. We’re jumping all the way to Heaven because this is a very special day for me! Today is when my newest Bible study called Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight releases. Woohoo! But before we begin with the end in mind, let’s begin at the beginning of my attempt to write Heaven. I thought it would be fun for you to go behind the scenes of the writing process so you can see how the Lord carried me and this project along, and how—in the same sense—He carries you along too. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/331 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

1/2/25 • 31:54

On this episode of the 4:13, you’re going to get a little history and a whole lot of blessing because I’m going to sing a song over you as a blessing for your new year. But before I sing, you’ll get to learn about the fascinating history of St. Patrick. Yep! Because although it may not be St. Patrick’s Day, what I’m going to sing is taken from the Hymn of St. Patrick. The lyrics are an inspiring expression of faith and reliance on God, and I believe that’s the BEST way to begin your new year. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/330 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

12/26/24 • 09:09

Merry Christmas, 4:13ers! Today, KC and I share some fun Christmas memories to brighten your day and lighten your load. You’ll enjoy these hilarious little snapshots into our youth that God used to form us into who we are today. And—in keeping with our Christmas tradition—Michael O’Brien will sing a beautiful Christmas song over you to remind you of the peace and blessings we all get to experience this season. So, as you’re shopping, wrapping gifts, or sitting back and relaxing with a cup of hot cocoa, may the Lord use this time to fill your cup (or mug) of faith to the very top. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/329 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

12/19/24 • 23:48

“The peace we long for begins with coming to the end of ourselves.” Those words are from today’s guest, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, and on today’s episode, he’ll explain how humility is the missing piece we’re looking for to find the security, strength, and confidence we all need. He’ll help us understand biblical humility—what it is and what it’s not—by breaking down the theology of humility into bite-sized takeaways. Plus, he’ll clarify what it means to have a balanced self-awareness and explain how humility actually serves as an antidote to shame. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/328 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

12/12/24 • 40:59

Have you ever Googled “Christian book about _____” to find a book that will help you get through something you’re facing? Or maybe you’ve found yourself wishing you could just spill it with other women to help you with that thing you’re facing. Well today, I’m hanging out with my friend Kendra from Proverbs 31 Ministries, and we’re getting honest about how women need each other and how joining together—even if it’s only online—can help us go and grow deeper in our faith. So, pour your coffee and pull up a chair, and get ready to learn how to circle up with other women to grow deeper in your faith. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/327 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

12/5/24 • 25:36

On this BONUS episode of the 4:13, I’m sharing with you some of the stuff I love. It's just a few of my favorite things that will make your life easier and may even help with your last-minute Christmas shopping. Get the full list of all my faves in the show notes! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/GiftIdeas Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

12/2/24 • 15:39

Thankfulness. It’s a choice we make every single day. But this is the time of year we focus in on what it means, what we have to be thankful for, and—most importantly—to whom we’re thankful. So, to help you pause and give thanks, KC and I put together this short and sweet Thanksgiving Audio Card that will center your heart on the One who is the source of all your blessings. Plus, we’ll play for you a powerful song by Micah Christopher called “The Lord Is Good,” so be sure to listen to the very end. Happy Thanksgiving! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/326 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

11/28/24 • 13:33

When life is hard or sad, it can feel like joy is out of reach. And when we’re in a really difficult season, the “overflowing joy” spoken of in Scripture can seem impossible to experience. But it’s not true, my friend! We can experience joy in any circumstance and experience it in full. Today’s guest, author and Bible teacher Tara Dew, explains that if you’re willing to take Jesus up on His word, you’ll find that God’s pruning, God’s presence, and God’s commands have the power to deliver a ton of joy to your life. As we look at Jesus’ instructions in John chapter 15, Tara will point out three surprising paths to a truly joy-filled life, as well as reveal the paths we often think lead us to joy but are actually dead ends. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/325 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

11/21/24 • 35:58

Get ready! You are coming with me to a Fresh Grounded Faith event where we’re hanging out with Ann Voskamp, Tammy Trent, and Michael O’Brien. We’re talking about the importance of community, tips for memorizing Scripture, and how to stay on fire for God. Oh, and there’s even a special—and hilarious—call out to all the single ladies. Then we tackle some heavy topics like what to do if you feel anger toward God, how to deal with others who lack empathy for your struggle, and where to turn if you feel like you just can’t go on. I’m telling you—what’s shared around the bistro is so deep and wise! It will encourage your heart and lift your spirit, so pull up a chair and let’s spill some beans! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/324 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

11/14/24 • 35:00

Do you ever beat yourself up when how you feel doesn’t line up with how you think you should feel? You may be saying, “I shouldn’t feel this way” or “Why does this even bother me?” Well, my friend, there's a reason you feel the way you feel, and those inner tensions don’t have to result in guilt, shame, or being frustrated with yourself. Today on the 4:13, Dr. Alison Cook is back to help you walk through the conflicting thoughts and emotions that leave you confused and feeling defeated. She’ll show you how to name, tame, and transform those unruly thoughts so you don’t have to be stuck in them anymore, but instead experience emotional freedom. Alison will help you identify false guilt and get rid of it, trade that mental chaos for curiosity, and break those cycles of defeat once and for all. It’s time to stop beating yourself up for the way you feel and say, “You know what? I do feel this way! And I am going to do something about it.” SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/323 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

11/7/24 • 37:58

Life. It seems to move so fast, doesn’t it? Our days are filled with noise, pressing deadlines, and ever-increasing demands. And with all that’s going on in the world, worry and fear easily become our constant companions. So in the middle of all this chaos, is it even possible to experience peace in this world?” Well, good news, my friend! Jesus offers peace because He IS peace. And today’s guest, author and Bible teacher Melissa Spoelstra, reveals how it really is possible to slow down and linger with the living Word. You’ll learn to imitate the pace of the Savior who never hurried but never failed to do everything God called Him to do. And you’ll discover how growing in intimacy with Jesus will help you live, serve, and rest in His peace. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/322 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

10/31/24 • 30:40

As Christians, we’re instructed to imitate Jesus, right? But is that even possible? Think about it! Jesus was sinless, He performed miracles, and He was God’s beloved Son! So how could we possibly come anywhere close to being like Him? Well, today’s guest, author Cynthia Heald shares how God Himself makes this possible. Through Scripture, she’ll teach you how God shapes our hearts, motivations, and actions so we’re conformed into His likeness. Plus, she shares the biggest myths or misconceptions we have when it comes to becoming like Jesus, as well as how to avoid falling into a perfectionist, works-based faith in our attempt to be more like Him. It’s time to embrace the call to imitate Christ and discover the joy and fulfillment that come from reflecting His character. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/321 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

10/24/24 • 26:03

In a tense and divided cultural climate, is it possible to engage in conversations with others who think differently? And if so, how do you disagree without compromise and be respectful without disregarding your convictions? Whew! This can seem impossible sometimes, right? Well today, Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion John Inazu teaches you how to balance being gracious and kind with being honest when you do have disagreements. Not only will he help you handle interactions with those who see life very differently than you do, but he’ll also show you a better way to live joyfully in a very complex society. Plus, he’ll help you discern when it’s important to engage in a conversation and when it’s best to walk away. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/320 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

10/17/24 • 33:31

Do you want to experience the presence and love of God through every joy and struggle in your life? Do you long to enrich your prayer life and grow closer to God? Well, the psalms can help you do just that. They can guide you into fresh encounters with God, and today’s guest, author Leslie Leyland Fields, is going to show you how. You’ll learn how the psalms invite you to talk with God, and you’ll be inspired when you understand how the living Word of God can affect your whole self—mind, spirit, and body. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/319 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

10/10/24 • 28:58

God has given you a divine purpose, but sometimes life has this way of beating us down and robbing us of our confidence. So instead of following God’s calling, we’re left paralyzed with feelings of insecurity, doubt, or fear of being unqualified or unworthy. But today, Nancy Gavilanes will help you break free from the chains of doubt and fear so you can live out God’s purpose for your life. She’ll speak directly to your heart, offering hope and encouragement through six transformative truths about your divine purpose. Plus, you’ll learn how to discern if your dreams are God-given and reflect His purpose for your life, or if they’re actually rooted in your own plans and desires. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/318 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

10/3/24 • 21:11

We all have limitations, don’t we? Whether we recognize them or not, they exist and can lead to frustration as we try to meet our goals, chase our dreams, or simply get through the day. It would be so much better if those limits weren’t there at all, right? But what if those areas of your life you resent the most—the places where you feel the most overextended—are actually the doorways to rich intimacy with God? What if your limitations were, in fact, your greatest gift? Well today, you’ll hear from writer, speaker, and mother of seven Sara Hagerty who knows the constraints of limitations. Yet she has also seen how the boundaries of our life circumstances can bring about growth and satisfaction we'd never experience otherwise. Sara will help you identify your limitations, know when to embrace them and when to challenge them, and all the while, experience God’s strength in your weakness. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/317 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

9/26/24 • 31:13

Have you ever found yourself in an unexpected season where you’re struggling with uncertainty or an unknown future? Maybe you’re even thinking to yourself—and perhaps saying to God—“This is not what I signed up for!”  Well, on this episode of the 4:13, counselor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice will help you remain faithful in those difficult seasons. Because it’s often in life’s twists, turns, and in-between spaces where God is growing something essential in your soul. So today, Nicole takes us to the story of Joseph to uncover the deeper reasons our faith is tested. She’ll help you learn how to persevere when every choice feels hard, giving you strength, hope, and perspective to navigate a season you didn’t sign up for. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/316 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

9/19/24 • 36:33

We often approach the Bible like an instruction manual for living our lives, reading it primarily with ourselves in mind and viewing it through the lens of our current culture. But what if we read Scripture differently—through the Middle Eastern lens in which the Bible was originally written and understood? Well, today’s guest, professor and biblical culturalist Kristi McLelland, highlights the importance of the historical, cultural, geographic, and linguistic contexts of Scripture. She’ll explain how the Bible is a timeless, transformational story with one cohesive storyline, helping you make sense of what you're reading. Plus, she’ll encourage you to approach God’s Word not just to learn something, but to encounter someone. The result is an encounter with the living God in a way you may not have experienced before. The Bible is about to be transformed from black and white to vivid color, so let’s go! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/315 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

9/12/24 • 40:01

All things ever seem to do is change. And just as soon as you get your footing, the ground shifts under you again. So, how can you keep your balance in such a disorienting world? Well, you can start by going to the book of Ecclesiastes! That’s right! Today’s guest, Hannah Anderson, is going to take us on a tour of the ancient book of Ecclesiastes to help us find a solid foundation for when the seasons change. You’ll discover how Ecclesiastes is far more than self-help or good advice. But, rather, through the goodness and grace in its pages, you’ll find hope in the One who guides us through every season. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/314 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

9/5/24 • 30:13

Whether it’s intentional or not, lots of Christians today call on the Holy Spirit like a cosmic butler there to meet our every need. But when things don't go as hoped, they often wonder if the Holy Spirit is even real or question His purpose if not to give us what we ask for. Well, my friend, it shouldn’t be this way because that’s not who the Holy Spirit is to us! So today, author and pastor Costi Hinn uses clear and sound interpretation of Scripture to clarify who the Holy Spirit is—and who He isn't—and answer some of the most common questions about Him. You’ll discover what the Bible really says about the Holy Spirit and what it looks like to see the power of the Holy Spirit in your life. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/313 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

8/29/24 • 52:51

Have you ever read the whole Bible? How about in just three months? Well, according to today’s guest, author Mary DeMuth, you can supercharge your walk with God by reading the entire Bible—cover to cover—in just 90 days. Now, I know what you’re thinking, but believe me when I say it’s totally doable and has a profound impact. It will transform how you view Scripture, build your confidence in handling the Word of God accurately, and immerse you into a powerful spiritual discipline. So, if your time in the Bible has felt tedious and you’re longing to revitalize your faith, listen in! What you hear today may be just what you need. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/312 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

8/22/24 • 25:01

Today on this very special BONUS episode of the 4:13, the Kendrick Brothers are taking us behind the scenes of their newest film … The Forge! And here’s something exciting… I’ve got both Alex and Stephen Kendrick with me, so this conversation is twice as good, twice as insightful, and twice as fun with two guys I really respect.  As we talk about the movie, you’ll get the inside scoop into the cast, the script, the shoot, and the never-ending editing process. Plus, you’ll be inspired as we talk about what’s at the heart of the movie: being fully devoted to Jesus. So, pop the popcorn, get comfy, and let’s go to the movies… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/forge Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

8/19/24 • 32:14

This wasn’t part of the plan. My story wasn’t supposed to go this way. I didn’t sign up for this. If you’ve ever had these thoughts, chances are your story has shifted in some unexpected way. Well, you aren’t alone, my friend, and God is with you as you go down this new path. Today, author Sarah Frazer will take you through the unexpected plot twists in the story of Moses to help you see that even when your life seems completely derailed, God’s plan still goes forth, His presence always provides, and His purpose prevails. And you can trust that God’s sovereignty is always connected to His goodness. So, no matter what detour, setback, heartache, or disappointment life has thrown at you, be encouraged, my friend. Because, like Moses, you may not have signed up for the path you’re on, but God can—and will—see you through it. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/311 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

8/15/24 • 41:20

Today, you’re coming with me to Fargo, North Dakota for a Fresh Grounded Faith event. I’m sitting at the bistro table with author and speaker Margaret Feinberg and singer-songwriter Michael O’Brien, and we are spilling the beans! We talked about how to get into the habit of meeting with God and the difference between your gifting and your calling. And we also got really honest about how to forgive when you don’t want to or feel like you can’t. Then we dealt with a few hard subjects, including thoughts of suicide and experiencing anger toward God. It was very gentle and wise, and you’ll find it so helpful.  But, even in all that hard stuff, I am telling you this was one of the funniest conversations I have had in a long time. So, get ready to think, grow, and laugh. Let’s spill the beans… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/310 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

8/8/24 • 36:13

Think about the way you feel when you see a sunset. Or think about other moments of beauty and peace that capture your heart—moments you sense are offering you a hint of Heaven. And what about the longing you feel when you attend a funeral or experience sorrow? It’s true these moments are meant to point you to eternity, but what if they could do more? What if they could help you live more fully on the way there? Well today, author Amy Baik Lee will invite you to pay attention to those longings deep within. As a shadow of the fullness to come, they’re designed to enrich and alter every area of your life right now, this side of Heaven, and they’re one way you can tune in to eternity even now. So, if you’ve ever wondered how to keep going in this world while holding on to the hope of the world to come, listen in. This conversation will give you courage, companionship, and a stirring sense of wonder in your journey home to Christ. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/309 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY and read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

8/1/24 • 29:04

Through the killing fields of Vietnam, Winston Bui’s family traveled on foot, by truck, and by a rocket-damaged boat at sea, barely escaping the war that was engulfing their country and threatening to take their father as a political prisoner. Now, decades later, Winston is on the 4:13 to tell his story of God’s rescue and redemption. From a refugee with no country to a redeemed child in God's family with a forever home, Winston shares how his story is just a snapshot of the bigger story of God’s mercy and grace. You’ll learn how God’s love has no border, how miracles still happen, and how no matter what you face, God is working even when you can’t see it. You are about to be blessed by Winston’s story and blown away by his God. Here we go… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/308

7/25/24 • 22:58

You have the best weapon against shame… the Word of God. So today, author Scarlet Hiltibidal is back on the 4:13 to help us move beyond shame to the joy-inducing, peace-producing thrill that comes from a relationship with Jesus. Scarlet will expose the sources of shame, give you scriptural strategies to combat them, and help you live in the light and victory of God’s Word. She’ll also explain the connection between shame and humility, helping you discover the deep, freeing truth that being undone is the right place to start. So, shame off you! Here we go… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/307 Enter to win the GIVEAWAY Read the Episode Transcript Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE. 

7/18/24 • 26:43