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    <description>At Draw Near, we explore the beautiful truth that God, out of His deep and personal love for each of us, takes the first step to draw near. But this divine movement calls for a response—a response that shapes our lives and transforms our hearts. Together, we embark on this journey of faith, discovering the many ways God's grace and the power of the Holy Spirit work within us.
Rooted in the Catholic faith, our podcast is a space where authenticity meets joy. We’re two best friends navigating life, family, and faith with honesty, humility, and a lot of love. Each episode is a heartfelt conversation—sometimes deep, sometimes lighthearted, but always real. We strive to be vulnerable, faithful, and passionate, sharing insights and stories to inspire you on your path toward Christ.
This is more than a podcast; it’s a shared journey toward sainthood. So come laugh with us, reflect with us, and grow with us as we Draw Near to God and one another. Let’s set out together on this adventure of faith, friendship, and grace.
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This is more than a podcast; it’s a shared journey toward sainthood. So come laugh with us, reflect with us, and grow with us as we Draw Near to God and one another. Let’s set out together on this adventure of faith, friendship, and grace.
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  <title>Wrestling with God: A Lectio Divina Reflection on Genesis 32</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>In this episode we dive deep into one of the most perplexing passages in Scripture and reflect on its meaning and the implications for our own lives. What is this passage? Genesis 32:22-32, in which Jacob wrestles with God. In what ways is this passage an invitation for all of us? In what we ways do (and perhaps must) we also wrestle with God? How does this wrestling leave us changed? Listen to find out! </itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode we dive deep into one of the most perplexing passages in Scripture and reflect on its meaning and the implications for our own lives. What is this passage? Genesis 32:22-32, in which Jacob wrestles with God. In what ways is this passage an invitation for all of us? In what we ways do (and perhaps must) we also wrestle with God? How does this wrestling leave us changed? Listen to find out! &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Listen to the episode, I See A Movement &lt;a href="https://drawnear.fireside.fm/104" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;here! &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;What is Project Timothy? Find out &lt;a href="https://www.projecttimothy.me/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;here&lt;/a&gt;! &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Interested in supporting the Project Timothy effort at &lt;a href="https://staugustinemission.org/about-us" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;St Augustine Indian Misison&lt;/a&gt;, contact us &lt;a href="https://www.projecttimothy.me/donate" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;here&lt;/a&gt;! &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "&lt;a href="https://www.drawnear.me/booking" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;booking page&lt;/a&gt;."&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our &lt;a href="https://www.drawnear.me/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;home page. &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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    <![CDATA[<p>In this episode we dive deep into one of the most perplexing passages in Scripture and reflect on its meaning and the implications for our own lives. What is this passage? Genesis 32:22-32, in which Jacob wrestles with God. In what ways is this passage an invitation for all of us? In what we ways do (and perhaps must) we also wrestle with God? How does this wrestling leave us changed? Listen to find out! </p>

<p>Listen to the episode, I See A Movement <a href="https://drawnear.fireside.fm/104" rel="nofollow">here! </a></p>

<p>What is Project Timothy? Find out <a href="https://www.projecttimothy.me/" rel="nofollow">here</a>! </p>

<p>Interested in supporting the Project Timothy effort at <a href="https://staugustinemission.org/about-us" rel="nofollow">St Augustine Indian Misison</a>, contact us <a href="https://www.projecttimothy.me/donate" rel="nofollow">here</a>! </p>

<p>Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near &quot;<a href="https://www.drawnear.me/booking" rel="nofollow">booking page</a>.&quot;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.drawnear.me/donate" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> to become a patron! Patrons are essentially &quot;sponsors&quot; and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them. <br>
&quot;Like&quot; and follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fredandkara" rel="nofollow">Facebook!</a>. Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drawnear.me/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>! </p>

<p>Who are &quot;Fred and Kara?&quot; Find out by visiting our <a href="https://www.drawnear.me/" rel="nofollow">home page. </a></p>

<p>Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us! </p>

<p>Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger &amp; Kara Kardell</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/drawnear">Support Draw Near</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>In this episode we dive deep into one of the most perplexing passages in Scripture and reflect on its meaning and the implications for our own lives. What is this passage? Genesis 32:22-32, in which Jacob wrestles with God. In what ways is this passage an invitation for all of us? In what we ways do (and perhaps must) we also wrestle with God? How does this wrestling leave us changed? Listen to find out! </p>

<p>Listen to the episode, I See A Movement <a href="https://drawnear.fireside.fm/104" rel="nofollow">here! </a></p>

<p>What is Project Timothy? Find out <a href="https://www.projecttimothy.me/" rel="nofollow">here</a>! </p>

<p>Interested in supporting the Project Timothy effort at <a href="https://staugustinemission.org/about-us" rel="nofollow">St Augustine Indian Misison</a>, contact us <a href="https://www.projecttimothy.me/donate" rel="nofollow">here</a>! </p>

<p>Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near &quot;<a href="https://www.drawnear.me/booking" rel="nofollow">booking page</a>.&quot;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.drawnear.me/donate" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> to become a patron! Patrons are essentially &quot;sponsors&quot; and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them. <br>
&quot;Like&quot; and follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fredandkara" rel="nofollow">Facebook!</a>. Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drawnear.me/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>! </p>

<p>Who are &quot;Fred and Kara?&quot; Find out by visiting our <a href="https://www.drawnear.me/" rel="nofollow">home page. </a></p>

<p>Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us! </p>

<p>Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger &amp; Kara Kardell</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/drawnear">Support Draw Near</a></p>]]>
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