Explore every episode of the podcast The Ruth Chou Simons Podcast
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| 044 | His Sovereignty In My Unknowns | 03 Jun 2026 | 00:10:20 | |
Maybe you're facing an uncertain future, waiting for a diagnosis, or asking God for wisdom in a significant decision. Whatever unknowns lie before you friend, you're not alone.
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| 043 | WE'RE BACK! (A Real Life Update) | 27 May 2026 | 00:28:22 | |
We're back! Listen in as Ruth jumps back in to The Ruth Chou Simons Podcast and shares where she's been, where she's at, and what she's been working on. Resources Mentioned: This Moment Matters by Ruth Chou Simons
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| 034 | On Turning 50: Notes to My Younger Self | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:15:31 | |
In this episode Ruth’s reflecting on turning fifty and sharing a note to her younger self for each decade she’s lived. Hear her encouragement to guard your thoughts, habits, and the way you use your time, energy, and resources… because they’re shaping you day by day, and moment by moment. Scripture referenced:
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| S3 | SWYA: When Family is Complex | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:30:40 | |
Family: the people we love but may not always like. Whether it’s your immediate family or your extended family and whether it’s because of different personal choices, politics, or even faith, sometimes family relationships are really complicated. Join Ruth and Eve today as they talk about starting where you are with the people God gave you!
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| S3 | SWYA: When Your House Isn't Your Dream Home | 24 Aug 2022 | 00:31:56 | |
Ever look around your home, apartment, or dorm room and wish it was different because then you’d feel ready to host friends or neighbors? Listen in as Ruth and Eve discuss what it looks like to practice hospitality with the space you have, even if it doesn't match your Pinterest board!
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| S3 | Start Where You Are Trailer | 03 Aug 2022 | 00:01:05 | |
| BONUS | Ruth Reflects on 15 Years of the GraceLaced Blog | 14 Jul 2022 | 00:27:55 | |
Did you know that the entire GraceLaced brand actually began with a blog that Ruth started 15 years ago? Listen in on this special bonus episode and hear the story only God, in His faithfulness, could have written!
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| S2 | BONUS The Team Weighs In on Everyday Habits | 29 Jun 2022 | 00:48:58 | |
The GraceLaced team (well, most of them) is in the house for this special bonus episode! Listen in as the team discusses how exploring everyday habits for spiritual growth has impacted their walks with the Lord. You won't want to miss the wisdom and encouragement they share!
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| S2 | Don't Walk Alone | 08 Jun 2022 | 00:30:35 | |
There's no question that each of the habits we've tackled in season 2 happen best in the context of community. Grab a cup of coffee and listen in on today's conversation about what it looks like to invite others into your walk with Jesus for the purpose of spiritual growth.
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| S2 | Absence Makes the Heart Grow...Stronger | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:24:57 | |
You've heard that absence makes the heart grow fonder, but today Ruth and Eve are talking about the spiritual habit of fasting and how sometimes, absence can actually make the heart grow stronger.
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| S2 | Using What You Already Have | 25 May 2022 | 00:33:15 | |
Time, money, resources, and the gifts we’ve been given are amazing tools, but it’s way too easy to waste them if we’re not intentional. Join us today as we unpack what it means to be a steward and how to use what we’ve been given in a way that honors God.
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| S2 | Worthy of Your Full Attention | 18 May 2022 | 00:31:13 | |
What kinds of things do you give your full attention to? And how do you make it happen? In today's conversation, Ruth and Eve are talking about the power of silence and solitude to help us give our full attention to Christ.
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| S2 | We Don't Have To, We Get To | 11 May 2022 | 00:25:31 | |
Serving one another doesn't necessarily come naturally for most of us, but it is something we're called to do as believers...so how can we cultivate a heart of service? Join us today for a really practical discussion about what it means to serve others as a spiritual discipline.
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| 033 | Ruth + Troy: Learning Is Part of Becoming | 24 Sep 2025 | 00:29:02 | |
Is it really worth the time, energy, and effort it takes to learn a new skill, read classic literature, or understand math? In today’s episode, hear Ruth and Troy’s answer as they talk about what it means to learn for life and live for Christ. Whether you’re a student, a parent, or neither, this episode is for you! Scripture referenced: Resources mentioned:
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| S2 | Take Heart, Make Note | 04 May 2022 | 00:28:21 | |
Are you a notetaker? Does writing something down help you remember it? Join Ruth and Eve as they are diving deep and having an honest chat while tackling the everyday habit of journaling for the purpose of spiritual growth and formation.
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| S2 | Think About It All Day Long | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:30:07 | |
The Bible talks about meditating on God's Word, but what does that really mean? And how can you start doing it? Join Ruth and Eve as they explore what meditating on and memorizing God's Word looks like as a spiritual habit.
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| S2 | The Best Convo of Your Day | 20 Apr 2022 | 00:33:22 | |
If you've ever struggled to develop a habit of prayer or wondered if you were doing it right, we hope this conversation between Ruth and Eve encourages you to press on! Join us for a discussion about everyday habits for spiritual growth all season long.
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| S1 | Rest is Productive | 09 Mar 2022 | 00:24:13 | |
It's definitely countercultural and it may seem counterintuitive, but what if rest really can be productive? Listen in as Ruth and Eve talk about recognizing our limitations and learning to trust God and His faithfulness more than ourselves.
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| S1 | Grace Fuels What Striving Cannot | 02 Mar 2022 | 00:21:06 | |
If you've ever tried to do something so perfectly that it wore you out or worked really hard to succeed at a task and found the end result disappointing... this conversation is for you. Today, Ruth and Eve are unpacking what the identity that God's grace supplies and what it looks like to operate out of that identity.
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| S1 | We Become What We Behold | 23 Feb 2022 | 00:20:45 | |
If what we chase shapes our race, then the object our affections really matters! Join Ruth and Eve for a conversation about what "beholding" even means, what we're made to behold, and some practical thoughts about orienting our hearts toward Christ.
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| S1 | Motherhood is Sanctifying | 16 Feb 2022 | 00:18:31 | |
Don't let the title throw you off—this episode isn't only for moms! Listen in as Ruth and Eve discuss what it looks like to embrace weakness when you have to steward the hard tasks God has given you, whether it's motherhood, a career, a relationship, or a season that feels like it will never end. In every stage of life, God gives us hard tasks as an opportunity to see His faithfulness on display.
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| S1 | Preach to Yourself | 09 Feb 2022 | 00:25:44 | |
We've all been there—anxious thought swirling, feeling ill-equipped for the task before us, caught in a cycle of crazy thought patterns we just can't seem to break. Today, Ruth and Eve dive into what it means to "preach to yourself" and why the content of what you're telling yourself makes all the difference.
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| S1 | You Don't Have to Be Blooming to Be Growing | 02 Feb 2022 | 00:21:12 | |
If you've ever envied someone else's success or season, longing for the blooms in her garden instead of your own, this episode is for you! Listen in as Ruth and Eve discuss what it looks like to rest securely in God's timing for growth, fruit, and blooms... and why it matters.
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| S1 | Worship Before Service | 26 Jan 2022 | 00:27:48 | |
In today's episode, Ruth and Eve discuss Ruth's "3 words" for 2022 (she couldn't pick just one!) and why we have to be intentional about worship and BEING with the Lord before we DO things for Him. Listen in as they talk about what God's Word has to say about worship, why it matters, and how they are #StartingWithOneSmallThing to point their hearts to truth today.
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| 032 | PTY: When Life is Overwhelming | 17 Sep 2025 | 00:17:19 | |
What do you do when life is overwhelming? In this episode, Ruth’s sharing a word of encouragement and rehearsing truths that remind us all of the hope we have in Jesus. If you find this Preach To Yourself (PTY) episode helpful, share it with a friend! Scripture referenced: Resources mentioned:
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| S1 | Why GraceLaced? | 19 Jan 2022 | 00:25:56 | |
Join Ruth and Eve in this inaugural episode of The GraceLaced Podcast! Learn how GraceLaced started, how Eve came to be part of the GraceLaced team, and the heart behind the this first season.
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| The GraceLaced Podcast with Ruth Chou Simons Trailer | 08 Jan 2022 | 00:01:41 | |
It's happening! Hear co-hosts Ruth Chou Simons and Eve Stipes of GraceLaced Co. team share the vision for this exciting new podcast project!
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| 031 | Find a Mentor/Be a Mentor | 10 Sep 2025 | 00:33:12 | |
In today’s episode, Ruth’s sitting down with a younger woman she’s discipling to talk about mentoring relationships. Listen in as they share what’s working for them and offer encouragement for both sides of intentional mentoring relationships. Scripture referenced: Resources mentioned:
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| 030 | Ruth & Eve: Psalm 139, Mocktails, and Perimenopause | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:37:10 | |
Join Ruth and Eve for a catch-up session where they share what they’re learning, loving, and leaving behind. Put your headphones on, grab a cup of coffee, lace up your tennis shoes, or grab some laundry to fold while you listen in. Scripture referenced: Resources mentioned:
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| 029 | Leaning on the Spirit for Self-Control (A Fruitful Summer) | 30 Jul 2025 | 00:16:03 | |
The fruit of the Spirit is… SELF-CONTROL. Grab a cup of coffee and settle in for this episode full of encouragement for anyone who’s ever wrestled with self-control. Listen in as Ruth shares her journey toward self-control. 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: Resources mentioned:
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| 028 | Journeying Toward Gentleness (A Fruitful Summer) | 23 Jul 2025 | 00:14:21 | |
The fruit of the Spirit is… GENTLENESS. Listen in as Ruth shares her journey with gentleness, how she’s seen God work, and encourages you that his Spirit is at work in you, too. 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: Resources mentioned:
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| 027 | Pressing On and Cultivating Faithfulness (A Fruitful Summer) | 16 Jul 2025 | 00:13:59 | |
The fruit of the Spirit is… FAITHFULNESS. Join Ruth for this episode as she unpacks what it means to stay faithful, keep pursuing Christ, and persevere under trial. 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: Resources mentioned:
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| 026 | Doing Good... Because It Doesn't Depend On Us (A Fruitful Summer) | 09 Jul 2025 | 00:12:15 | |
The fruit of the Spirit is… GOODNESS. In this episode, join Ruth as she meditates on the truth that in Christ, we’re made for good works. 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: Resources mentioned:
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| 025 | Reflecting the Kindness of God (A Fruitful Summer) | 02 Jul 2025 | 00:11:52 | |
The fruit of the Spirit is… KINDNESS. Join Ruth for this episode about what kindness means (it’s not just being nice!) and how we can reflect the kindness of God to others. 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: Resources mentioned:
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| 042 | Ask Me Anything | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:22:30 | |
As 2025 comes to an end, Ruth takes time to answer listener questions in this special Q&A episode. Scripture referenced: Resources mentioned:
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| 024 | Growing in Patience (A Fruitful Summer) | 25 Jun 2025 | 00:08:31 | |
The fruit of the Spirit is… PATIENCE. Listen in as Ruth leads us in meditating on patience and encourages us in the way we treat others and in how we wait on the Lord. 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: Resources mentioned:
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| 023 | When Peace Feels Impossible (A Fruitful Summer) | 18 Jun 2025 | 00:11:04 | |
The fruit of the Spirit is… PEACE. If you’ve ever longed for peace, this episode is for you. Listen in as Ruth leads us in a meditation about this much-desired fruit of the Spirit. 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: Resources mentioned:
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| 022 | The Source of Your Joy (A Fruitful Summer) | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:10:58 | |
The fruit of the Spirit is… JOY. Join Ruth for this episode, meditating on Scripture about joy and its true source. 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: Resources:
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| 021 | How Do We Abide? (A Fruitful Summer) | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:10:47 | |
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: Resources mentioned:
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| 020 | Spiritual Mothering with Annie F. Downs | 28 May 2025 | 00:36:58 | |
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:
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| 019 | Adoption and the Kindness of God with Lisa Harper | 21 May 2025 | 00:55:15 | |
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:
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| 018 | Motherhood: There Is No Formula with Jinger Vuolo | 14 May 2025 | 00:44:38 | |
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:
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| 017 | Mom Guilt and the Gospel with Emily Jensen + Laura Wifler | 07 May 2025 | 00:36:58 | |
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:
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| 016 | Ruth + Troy: How To Read Your Bible | 30 Apr 2025 | 00:37:49 | |
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
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| 015 | Why Is It So Hard To Rest? | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:29:36 | |
We know God invites us to rest… so why is it so hard sometimes?
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| 041 | Giving Thanks | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:07:22 | |
It’s the day before Thanksgiving… so let’s practice giving thanks! In this short episode, listen to Ruth read a curated selection of Scripture and share a few questions for reflection. Scripture referenced:
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| 014 | PTY: You are qualified. | 16 Apr 2025 | 00:13:40 | |
If you've ever shrunk back in fear instead of moving forward because you felt underqualified... this episode is for you.
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| 013 | Ruth & Eve: Immunity Shots, Community, and Deadlifting | 09 Apr 2025 | 00:43:13 | |
In this episode, Ruth and Eve catch up about what they're loving, learning, and letting go of.
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| 012 | Aging, Changing, and the Season You're In | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:28:46 | |
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?
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| 011 | 5 Ways To Stay Encouraged When You Don't Feel Celebrated | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:30:41 | |
Ever felt like your choices or successes aren’t celebrated? Or experienced some resistance about the path you're on from the people you love? You’re not alone, friend!
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